Marjane Satrapi

Origins

Marjane Satrapi is a graphic novelist and an illustrator known for her black and white comic book style. Her drawings are characterized by bold lines, simple yet expressive characters, and a minimalist approach. Satrapi rose to fame with her graphic novel series, 'Persepolis', which recounts her experiences growing up in Iran during the Islamic Revolution. This style gained recognition for its ability to convey powerful narratives in a visually compelling way.