2. **How do European comic traditions like Franco-Belgian bandes dessinées influence global comic art and storytelling techniques, and what are some notable works and creators from this tradition?
3. **In what ways do Latin American comics, or historietas, reflect the social and political landscapes of their respective countries, and how have they evolved over time?
4. **How do regional comic traditions, such as Korean manhwa or Chinese manhua, integrate local cultural elements while also appealing to international audiences?
5. **What are the challenges and opportunities faced by comic creators from non-Western traditions when reaching global audiences, and how has digital distribution impacted this process?
What are some of the historical and cultural factors that have contributed to the rise in popularity and value of original comic art in the art market?