David John Mazzucchelli, born September 21, 1960, is a renowned American comics artist and writer. He is celebrated for his contributions to iconic superhero comic book storylines such as Daredevil: Born Again and Batman: Year One, alongside his work on graphic novels in diverse genres, including Asterios Polyp and City of Glass: The Graphic Novel. Mazzucchelli is not only a prolific creator but also takes on the role of educator, imparting his knowledge on comic book storytelling at the School of Visual Arts in Manhattan.