The face that this is a comic about the way of thinking in comics is already fascinating in itself. I found his idea on faces the most interesting. I agree that simple faces are more identifiable than realistic faces. Though I do love to see drawings and paintings that are realistic, shows like Regular Show and Adventure Time I find very appealing than reality shows. These shows don't really have a continual story that you have to watch every episode to get. It is simple and gets the message across with noodle like bodies with doted eye faces. These episodes can be just funny or something filled with emotion and truth that deal with society.
The best example is The Simpsons. A silly style with hilarious looks at the daily lives of the family and citizens of Springfield. Shows like Family Guy, Futurama, and Bob's Burger copy these ideas of life with serious issues we face in reality into a simplistic look. I grew up watching The Simpsons with my Dad since I was born and often find him yammering about how true some points are in the show. He identifies with Homer and so have I because of how the show shapes his character and how my dad embraces these quirks and messages into real life. I find myself identifying with Tina from Bob's Burgers not only for her love of butts but how her family treats her despite how awkward she is.
Comics do the same. We identify with their strengths and weaknesses and find ourselves looking up to these "Heroes" (and maybe even Villains) to see how they overcame certain obstacles. I remember seeing someone talk about how their little brother who was autistic felt a connection to Drax in Guardians of the Galaxy because "he didn't get metaphors, too". These characters aren't just entertainment value, but also parts of ourselves. We find it easier to understand because of its simple design and concept as characterization is easier to pick up on than "real life" shows sometimes.
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