After drawing comics almost daily for 18 months while working full-time, I decided to take August off. I was feeling burnt out and disillusioned with the internet. Creating funny comics online doesn’t always mean they have to be laugh-out-loud hilarious. Some people get unreasonably upset if they don’t personally enjoy a comic. While I aim to make them a little quirky, sometimes they’re just an expression of how I feel, not necessarily meant to be humorous. I want to create actual comics online, not just memes.
Sharing your work on a comics website can be risky. You’re putting yourself out there, and people can interpret your content in ways you never expect. My advice? Be cautious. Don’t read the comments and turn off notifications—it will do wonders for your peace of mind. But hey, I’m not your dad. You do you.
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On a personal note, I’m Australian. I was born in Sydney but moved to a small village about 8 hours north when I was 6. The village was tiny, and my local primary school only had 50-60 kids during my time there. After high school, I moved to Brisbane and have been here ever since. I’ve loved comic drawing for as long as I can remember. On Saturday mornings, I’d sit in the sunroom with my dad. While he read the newspaper, I’d dive into funny comic strips and enjoy the Awkward Yeti comic.
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My main comic character is a bit of a self-insert, though she looks nothing like me. I’ve always been fond of space buns and fun-colored hair, so after doodling a few characters, I settled on her. My first name is Eirinn, and “Ske” is the three-letter name I used for video game high scores, inspired by my older brother, who used “SME.” It’s pronounced like “Erin Ski,” though I sometimes wish I had picked an easier username for people to say.
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It feels amazing when I post a comic before bed and wake up to positive feedback. That doesn’t always happen, so I really treasure it when it does. Some of my short funny comics that I think will do well sometimes completely bomb. The hardest part of creating is forcing an idea. While I have some techniques to help spark creativity, nothing compares to organic inspiration. My favorite part is the final stage—lining the comic after the draft. It’s very relaxing for me.
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Writing is just as crucial as the art itself. Learning how to craft a joke or write a strong narrative can elevate your work. It’s a skill that takes practice, and I’m still learning. Lately, I’ve been moving away from the traditional 4-panel comic style and focusing more on storytelling. One day, I hope to quit my full-time job and write a graphic novel, probably centered around time travel.
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Creating awkward comics online is an ongoing journey, but for now, I’m taking things one comic at a time. Whether you’re browsing for funny comics or searching for some of the best funny comics online, I hope my work resonates with you and brings a little joy to your day.
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