A Study of the Relationship between Realistic Expression of Objects and Graphic Novel in Korean Comics - Focused on the work by Kwon, Ga-Ya -

This study identifies the potential of Korean graphic novels to develop distinct, competitive identity within the global comics market by analyzing the realistic visual expression in Ga-Ya Kwon's 'Namhansanseong.' It highlights how Korean graphic novels can differentiate themselves from Western and Japanese counterparts through innovative subject matter and artistic techniques. The research focuses on the visual characteristics and narrative structures of 'Namhansanseong,' demonstrating its artistic value and complexity, which aligns with the global trend of graphic novels as a high-art form. By examining this representative work, the study aims to provide insights for revitalizing the stagnant domestic comics market in South Korea.

Park, H.-B., & Kim, K.-S. (2014). A Study of the Relationship between Realistic Expression of Objects and Graphic Novel in Korean Comics - Focused on the work by Kwon, Ga-Ya -. Cartoon and Animation Studies, 37, 361–392. https://doi.org/10.7230/koscas.2014.37.361