“Cattitude”: Artist Purrfectly Illustrates What Having A Cat Is Like (30 New One-Panel Comics)

Anthony Smith shared with Bored Panda that he has always had a deep love for cartoons. Growing up in the UK, he was inspired by comics like The Beano, The Dandy, and Marvel Comics. "I especially like the annuals which I'd get for Christmas," the artist added. His passion for drawing led him to create a cat cartoon for a national newspaper in the UK, which was well-received and paved the way for "Cattitude." Initially intended for the US market, "Cattitude" found its way into "Your Cat" magazine and eventually became a beloved online series on GoComics.

Anthony's journey into cartooning was not a straight path. He studied Advertising at university, and his skills in cartooning and illustration were honed through practice and life drawing classes. His early work included drawing puzzle pages for Marvel UK at just 16 years old. Despite not having formal training in art, Anthony's dedication and continuous learning, including tips from the Proko YouTube channel, have significantly shaped his craft.

In addition to "Cattitude," Anthony juggles multiple projects, often working in batches to manage his time effectively. He enjoys the flexibility of balancing cartooning with creative work for ad agencies, which helps support his artistic endeavors. Anthony's approach is to create work that pleases him first, hoping that others will enjoy it too. "I suppose I please myself first and then I hope enough other people like what I do. I believe my work is generally quite commercial though."

Anthony believes that drawing from real life is crucial for developing a unique style, advising aspiring artists to not just copy others but to observe and draw from their surroundings: "I'd say if you like to draw cartoons, don't just copy other artists. Try to also draw from real life because it will really help you develop a more rounded and individual style."