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Bev gave Bored Panda an exclusive interview, and we were excited to learn more about the inspiration behind her fun, relatable comics. To start things off, we asked her what first motivated her to create them:
"What really inspired me when I first started making comics was seeing all the amazing artists who were putting their work out there at the time! There was just something so cool about being able to tell stories and connect with people through comics. It made me want to try my hand at it and see if I could do the same."
The artist also shared the main purpose behind her work, which has evolved over time: "When I first started in 2018, my main goal was just to have a way to regularly practice both my drawing and writing skills. But as time has gone on, I’ve realized that what really matters to me is helping people feel less alone. If someone reads my comics and feels even a little more understood or comforted about something they’re going through, then that means the world to me."
While Bev creates her comics on her own, she told us that she does have a support system when it comes to brainstorming and refining her ideas: "It’s mostly just me working on them, but I’m lucky to have my boyfriend and my sister as my unofficial creative team! They’re always there to proofread, give me feedback, and throw out ideas when I’m stuck with art block. Sometimes, just talking things through with them helps me see an idea from a new perspective, and that can be all I need to get past a creative rut."
We were also curious about how her journey into art began and when she started making these comics specifically. She reminisced about her childhood love for drawing: "I’ve loved drawing for as long as I can remember. Even as a little kid, I was always doodling, and I think a huge part of that was my obsession with the Powerpuff Girls—I must have drawn them a million times! That’s probably where it all really started. As for these comics, I officially began posting them in January 2018, and I hope to keep making them for a long time because it’s something I truly enjoy."
Opening up about the challenges of her work, Bev shared what she finds most difficult about creating comics: "The more personal comics are definitely the hardest to make. Whenever I share something deeply personal, there’s always that moment where I hesitate, wondering if people will judge me for it. But every time I put one out, I’m met with such an outpouring of kindness and support. It really shows how important it is to have spaces where people can be honest about their struggles and know that they’re not alone in what they’re feeling."
Finally, we asked Bev about the main topics she likes to explore in her comics, and she gave us a great overview: "A lot of my comics focus on mental health, equal rights, what it’s like navigating the world as a woman, relationships, and, of course, my dog, Mordechi! I like to mix humor with real-life experiences because, at the end of the day, I want my comics to be something people can relate to and see themselves in. Whether it’s something funny, heartwarming, or just an honest moment, I hope my work makes people feel seen."
