Chicago magazine

Gene Ha

 a lifelong comics fan whose talent vaulted him into the upper echelons of the superhero biz. The Chicago native and Berwyn resident, 53, has won four Eisner Awards (the Pulitzers of comics). His most recent achievement is, a stunningly detailed book packed with Greek goddesses and optical illusions. One way the innovator recharges his creative batteries is to browse local hubs for cool collectibles. His favorite spots represent the best of geekdom, from film to funky toys.

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