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?
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?
4. **How do regional comic traditions, such as Korean manhwa or Chinese manhua, integrate local cultural elements while also appealing to international audiences?
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?
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?
