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Settle in for a captivating journey on 'The Truth in This Art' podcast, led by your host, Rob Lee. For today’s episode, our guest is Salvatore Marrone, a prominent gay comic artist residing in Philadelphia, who has gained recognition for his compelling autobiographical creation, "No More Mermaids." This insightful comic delves into Salvatore's journey of self-discovery and grappling with his sexuality. Rooted in a passion for art cultivated from an early age, Salvatore's distinctive style is influenced by retro and vintage aesthetics. Beyond his artistic prowess, he boasts a background in anime, contributing to popular series by editing subtitles for shows like "Cutie Honey" and "Devil Man."

In this podcast:

• Delve into Salvatore Marrone's artistic journey, tracing his early passion for art and his identity as the "art kid" throughout his school years, shaping his creative path.
• Explore the fascinating origin story behind Salvatore's artistic endeavors, as his curiosity about mermaids and a desire to see Ariel from "The Little Mermaid" drawn accurately propelled him to become a self-taught artist.
• Uncover the intimate narratives within "No More Mermaids," Salvatore's autobiographical comic that lays bare his experiences with dating and hookups, inviting listeners to engage with his candid and humorous perspective.
• Step into the realm of creative inspiration, as the podcast episode delves into the influence of old-school anime and manga on Salvatore's comic style, spotlighting artists like Gona Guy and Yoshihiro Tatsumi.
• Journey through Salvatore's unique blend of passions, from his work on anime releases and subtitle editing, to how these experiences have intricately woven together his love for art and the anime world, leading to unexpected synergies.

From a young age, Salvatore was drawn to art and had a particular fascination with mermaids. He started drawing his own comics in middle school and continued to explore different styles and storytelling techniques. "No More Mermaids" is an autobiographical comic that delves into Salvatore's experiences with dating and hookups, offering a humorous and honest perspective on the complexities of modern relationships. Salvatore also discusses his work editing subtitles for anime releases and the surreal experience of working on shows he grew up watching.

Mentioned in this episode:

Salvatore Marrone Collectables
No More Mermaids Comic

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Original music by Daniel Alexis Music with additional music from Chipzard.

Episode illustration by Alley Kid Art.