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Anton Gudim, the well-known artist behind the thought-provoking "Yes, But" comics, continues to captivate audiences with his unique take on the absurdities and contradictions of modern life. His work effortlessly balances humor and critique, offering a mirror to our everyday behaviors that we often overlook. With a sharp eye for detail and a knack for capturing the paradoxes of human nature, Anton’s comics resonate with anyone who has ever found themselves caught in the strange dualities of contemporary living.
His art is not just about the laughs; it’s about making us pause, think, and sometimes even cringe at how relatable his observations are. Whether you’re a longtime fan or a newcomer, Anton’s "Yes, But" series is a treasure trove of insights that will keep you hooked—and maybe even make you reconsider the world around you, even if just for a moment.
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I can feel this picture
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Given the chance, Bored Panda reached out to Anton for a quick chat! When asked about the source of his inspiration and the relatability of his work, Anton shared: “First of all, I want to thank everyone interested in my work for the feedback. My comics are about what I see around me, about incidents from my life, about observations, and given that my life cannot be called 'unusual,' so I'm not surprised that many people face the same problems or situations. It's also very nice to see when you're not alone and when people around the world can feel the same way. Of course, some of my drawings may be less understandable to most, and this is also absolutely normal because even though we are all similar, we can look at things differently, and we can have a different sense of humor.”
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Every time!
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USA?
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Many fans may not know that Gudim has already published four books, one of which, Everyday Absurdities, is available in English. Discussing this book, he revealed, “This book is a small summary of all my creative work: we have been choosing drawings for it for a long time, and the process of preparing for publication took about six months. The publisher and I shared our thoughts on how each of us sees this book until we finally came to a common form and content. The book turned out to be quite heavy and voluminous: inside it are several years of my painstaking work. By the way, you can find it on Amazon if you are suddenly interested in buying.” ADVERTIsem*nT
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My ex and I came up with a solution to this. We put a quiet high volume fan blowing across the bed angled so it doesn't blow in our faces. Pulled away the extra heat without interrupting snuggles
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aaaouch, this pain
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Given the time, effort, and creativity required to maintain a steady stream of content, we were curious about Anton's current workflow. He explained, “A few years ago, I would have answered: about 2 comics a week, but now the situation is a little different. I have a second project (Yes, But), I still get commissions for commercial illustrations, and I also do some of my drawings in animation form (and since I have little to no animation skills, this process can take several days). Given all this, my answer would be almost every day. I draw something almost every day, I don't have clear days off, even during the holidays. I can draw something on the plane or in the hotel room. I can’t say that this rhythm is tiring because I feel that I can stop at any moment, but if I don’t draw for 1-2 days, I already want to draw again.”
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This one always amazes me because we have multiple forms of biodegradable plastics that can be scaled up for mass consumption but we can't deploy it because it would increase costs to retailers. Source: my buddy owned a company that made environmentally friendly packaging/utensils/straws. They went out of business in 2019 because the stuff cost about 30% more than plastic. That's how little saving the environment costs to capitalism
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Have to use "Happy Land" because a certain Mouse has a LOT of aggressive lawyers.
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When discussing how he handles criticism, the artist reflected to Bored Panda, “I hope that you will not be too critical of what I do. Although, perhaps, the Internet was created specifically for this. Comics/drawings/creativity is as much a part of our life as trees, sky, and birds, and I really like being inside it. All I want is to invite you to the world that I created, and maybe it will give you a little joy, distract you from problems, maybe make you think, or inspire you to some kind of your own creativity. Thank you for your time!”
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Understandable if you're staying at resort hotels the entire time. Otherwise travelling is worthwhile to visit and learn other cultures. For those who can afford it, at least. I, sadly, am not one of them.
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Id do that for the lolls
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In our recent interview, we delved deeper into Anton’s creative process and the balancing act he performs between his engineering job and artistic pursuits. He explained, “I’m always observing the world around me, taking note of interesting or paradoxical situations that I encounter. These observations often serve as the basis for my comics. As for my work environment, I can create pretty much anywhere as long as it's peaceful and I have the mental space to focus.” On the topic of criticism, Anton said, “Criticism is part of being a creative individual, especially when your work is shared on such a vast platform. I view every critique as an opportunity to grow and improve. However, it's crucial to distinguish between constructive criticism and simple negativity. If the critique is meaningful, it could potentially influence my future work, but I won't alter my style just due to personal dislike.” ADVERTIsem*nT
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That's so true! I spent several weeks wondering why my feet kept on getting grubby. It turned out to be my fun new Roman style strappy sandals leaving splotches of tanned and untanned skin on my feet. *rolls eyes*
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They don't sell liquid explosives in duty free shops
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When asked about any untapped topics he plans to explore, Anton kept things mysterious: “There are countless topics and issues I haven't touched upon yet but hope to in the future. Given the endless stream of contradictions and absurdities in our lives, there's no shortage of subjects to cover. However, I prefer to keep my plans under wraps. The surprise element of my comics, I believe, contributes to their appeal.”
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So what? You can print it. But you don't have to. More flexibility.
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That rule is for protection of doctor and patient - the doctor is only allowed to look at a patient in a vulnerable position for medical purposes. Undressing does not belong in that category.
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Balancing his engineering job with his artistic work presents a challenge, but Anton finds value in this duality. He shared with us, “It can be quite a juggling act to manage my engineering job and art creation, but I find a way. In fact, having a non-artistic job is beneficial as it offers a breather from the creative process, allowing my ideas to brew at the back of my head. As for the influence of my engineering background on my art, I would say it introduces a level of precision and analytical thinking to my work. My comics, while seemingly ironic, are often the result of meticulous planning and execution.” ADVERTIsem*nT
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I'm fortunate enough to live somewhere where the tap water is of high quality. I haven't bought bottled water in years, except when travelling.
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Millions of people doing the exact same thing and claiming they're unique
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Tattooing someone´s name must be a nightmare for every tattoo artist. As well as dolphins and "live, laugh, love" above the arrow.
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Not to mention the grease from fancy oils :D
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A few rather poor studies have attributed negative characteristics to coffee that are not really true. In certain quantities, coffee is even healthier than not drinking coffee at all.
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Who does this?
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So true! Many people enormous amounts of time and money taking care of their 'things', but spend little to no time taking care of themselves!
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Haha I thought it was in Swedish. Cuz "var" means was/were. Like "No goal, it was/were offside" 😅
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This happened to Taylor Swift! The price of fame?
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Hey there, Pandas! My name is Diana (though some prefer to refer to me as Diane, Deanna, and even Liana sometimes), and I am a Community Post Moderator Lead for Bored Panda.As my position title states, I am one of the people (employed Pandas for bamboo) over here who work with the community side of things on this website to ensure all is well, and while at that, I also help various creators and artists get recognition for the incredible work they do by connecting them to a large worldwide audience.Other than that, outside of work, you can find me brewing a nice cup of coffee, making a pizza from scratch, or baking brownies. I also love traveling, concerts, and cats (heavy on that, because I am a cat mom).
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I like this comic series, but not this particular list. Half of this apply only if you are SUPER DUMB person.
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Mike m Mike m Community Member Follow
Yes: couple sleeping in separate bedsBut: now you finally get a good night's sleep.
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It's called a sleep divorce. My husband and I have become sleep incompatible (mostly since I hit menopause and can't stand being hot at night). He likes the bedroom warm with flannel sheets; I need it very cool and need crisp sheets. And we BOTH snore. So we got a sleep divorced. Now we both sleep much better and are well-rested.
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I like this comic series, but not this particular list. Half of this apply only if you are SUPER DUMB person.
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Yes: couple sleeping in separate bedsBut: now you finally get a good night's sleep.
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It's called a sleep divorce. My husband and I have become sleep incompatible (mostly since I hit menopause and can't stand being hot at night). He likes the bedroom warm with flannel sheets; I need it very cool and need crisp sheets. And we BOTH snore. So we got a sleep divorced. Now we both sleep much better and are well-rested.
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