Simple Wins Over Complex

the more busy images took 4-6 hours per panel to construct, while the more traditional flat-color toons were about 1.5 hours per panel. Now I see why comic strips are usually kept simple ! It's all about conservation of energy, looking ahead long-term, going the distance without burning out. And no wonder Jack Kirby was a penciller primarily; there weren't no time for nutt'n else !