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For many artists with a sense of humor, comics are a no-brainer when it comes to visually expressing their ideas and feelings. Taking the form of sequential images with overlaid captions and speech bubbles, the narrative art form first became popular in America and Japan during the mid-20th century. Though comic illustrations were traditionally printed in comic books, graphic novels, and the “funnies” section in newspapers, today many artists are publishing their own webcomics online using popular platforms such as Instagram and Tumblr.
While some artists illustrate daily visual diaries full of hilariously relatable scenarios, others use webcomics to create narratives where real and make-believe creatures vent their grievances about the world, or just spread good vibes. No matter their style, there’s sure to be a webcomic for everyone to identify with and enjoy.
Even if you think you’re not much of a comics person, you’d be surprised by how a webcomic can be a tiny dose of joy to your day, uplifting you and commiserating through humor. Scroll down to take a look at some of these talented artists, gifted wordsmiths, and wonderfully witty comics.
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A self-confessed “anti-socialite,” British illustrator Gemma Correll creates an easily relatable webcomic, especially for those prone to anxiety. Her human and animal characters—rendered in her distinct cartoon style—perfectly sum up the “daily struggle” in the life of a socially awkward twenty-something. From worrying about networking events to making a beeline for the cat at a party, Correll’s illustrations are sure to make you giggle.
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Presented simply as “a comic about animals,” artist Jimmy Craig’s they can talk gives a voice to all manner of creatures, offering rationale and sage advice regarding all the weird things they get up to. Whether it’s a one-panel gag, or a silent punchline, Craig’s minimalist style is sure to tickle your funny bone.
They can talk has branched out from webcomics and now offers hand-signed prints, as well as a book that gathers together 100 of the most popular from the series.