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Asked to describe his artistic style and the themes Dustin often explores in his comics, he said: “Before my current role in fin-tech, I worked as the UX lead on a CRM system for major companies like McDonald’s, Ford Motors, and Domino’s Pizza. Consumerism intrigued me, becoming a prominent theme in my comic work. This led me to become fascinated with other human behavior and I started observing silly aspects of married life among my friends. Things like this provided abundant material for my ‘Playing House’ and ‘Ethan the Vegan’ series.

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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176points

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ArodTheHorrible 1 year ago

It's going to be in my head all day now. Good thing I still love that song :D

67points

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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156points

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ArodTheHorrible 1 year ago

Not a little thing... messes with your shopping routine for months afterward!

65points

We were wondering what Rogers’ creative process looks like and what tools, software, or techniques the artist typically uses when creating his comics. The author of the ‘Dustinteractive Comics’ series told us: “I always begin by sketching everything by hand, a practice ingrained in me from art school. Despite experimenting with digital tools like tablets and iPads, I found the traditional method of sketching on newsprint and then photographing and vectoring in Illustrator to be most efficient. While many of my creative friends disagree, I've become very adept at digitizing physical work with a mouse, surpassing the speed of any stylus. Creating 3 comics a week on top of a full-time software design job was extremely challenging. Efficiency became important in my creative process and I stuck with the process that worked the best for me at the time.”

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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137points

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everett 1 year ago

Good man, Frank

75points

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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122points

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Vivian 1 year ago

bob ross made the world a better place

98points

Next, we wanted to find out if Dustin could tell us more about specific influences or artists who have inspired his work. The illustrator shared with us: “My entry into the world of comics was inspired by Matthew Inman, the creator of The Oatmeal. Seeing his ability to tell captivating stories and make a substantial impact on the world fascinated me. He was also brilliant at marketing. His success in monetizing his work also influenced me, as he pioneered ways for comic artists to sustain themselves independently.”

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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120points

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PolymathNecromancer 1 year ago

Niiice. On another note, Quack-Whacker's name origin raises curiosity about potential hidden character traits

29points

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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114points

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WindySwede 1 year ago

don't forget to tip the midwife? /s

54points

Finally, we asked the artist what his future plans and projects are. We found out: “After my contract ended with Webtoon, I've taken time to focus on a crucial project—myself. Addressing bad habits that developed during the years of nonstop creation, I'm committed to personal growth and health. Despite some readers feeling abandoned, I’m feeling great and have big plans for the future that hopefully redeem my recent absence.

I am working on a card game set for release in early 2024. This four-year project aims to captivate my audience and showcase the style and humor of my original work, while offering a new flair on what’s to come. I am thrilled to unveil this project and break back into this space that I’ve missed so much.”

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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108points

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Do-nut touch da donut 1 year ago (edited)

*takes notes for not apparent reason whatsoever*

71points

This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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107points

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ArodTheHorrible 1 year ago (edited)

YouTube: Should've sprung for premium. Let this be a lesson to all of you freeloaders

35points

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This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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106points

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everett 1 year ago

Oh...Oh, THIS... This is me

47points

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This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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101points

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Phoenix 1 year ago

aww naur but this one's kinda sad😭poor lady

32points

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This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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98points

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nelson 1 year ago

Keys, wallet, spectacles, testicles..got it!

1point

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This Artist Illustrates About Funny Situations Through His Absurd Comics

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ArodTheHorrible 1 year ago

I still remember my first one

20points

Lynn Delage 1 year ago

I was a little ahead of that. I don't remember my first chapter book but it was before third grade.

3points

Book Nerd (she/her) 1 year ago

Me too!! It was the Borrowers (I think)

2points

Cats4Life 1 year ago

I don't remember mine, but I have like 121 chapter books in my room, not even joking

0points

Garthus Andicus 1 year ago

Gary Paulsen! An amazing writer.

3points

Lee Banks 1 year ago

Not a humble brag, but my first was The Hobbit. Parents read it to me all the time, so I figured it out. Teachers didn't believe me. Still have the green, leather, gold leaf edition with the worst little kid handwriting inside the cover.

3points

Auntriarch 1 year ago (edited)

Nothing worse than teachrs who can't believe you read an entire book in the afternoon. Very upsetting. She sent me back home with it and called me a silly little girl. My mother opened it towards the end asked me a random question which I answered, then she had a little word with the teacher the following day. The policeman's name was Theophilus Goon.

3points

LauraDragonWench 1 year ago

My first one was so long ago; I think I started on chapter books around 4-5. It might've been one of my mom's Anne McCaffrey or my sister's Andre Norton. I do remember reading Anne of Green Gables not too long after - the series has been my favorite ever since.

2points

Auntriarch 1 year ago

My first chapter book was Little Men. My mother had put it on the top shelf because someone had told her it was too old for me yet ...

0points

1 year ago

I think I was about 7 when I started to read my first chapter book haha :D I didn't know much English back then so there were a lot of words I didn't know but I ignored them and kept reading bc can't be bothered to look them up :) the book was ''Louise Trapeze Is Totally 100% Fearless'' I still have the copy I really enjoyed it bc I LOVED the pictures and art

2points

1 year ago

then I started reading chapter books in my native language as well

3points