ADVERTISEMENT

We invite you to immerse yourselves into a hilarious universe by Emily McGovern. Emily is a cartoonist who transforms everyday situations into witty and relatable comic strips. She creates a variety of themed comics, including Harry Potter-inspired pieces and series like Emily in Brazil, but in this feature, we wanted to showcase her creations that work on their own. If you'd like to see her other works, we urge you to visit her Instagram - you will not be disappointed!

As for Emily, the artist lives in Portugal. She graduated from University College London in 2014 with a First in Russian Studies and occasionally incorporates her knowledge of the language into her comics. In addition to creating cartoons, Emily is also a novelist, with her books published in both the UK and the US. In an interview with Bored Panda, the artist shared: “I have two graphic novels in English called Bloodlust & Bonnets, and Twelve Percent Dread, which are also very funny!”

Without further ado, let’s hop into the post as these comics are about to put a smile on your face!

More info: Instagram | emilyscartoons.myshopify.com | emilyscartoons.com

We continued chatting with Emily to learn more about her. She shared that she is actually Irish/English and now lives in Portugal. 

The artist also wrote what initially drew her to the world of artistry and it’s “The sense of freedom.”

RELATED:

    We were wondering how Emily would describe the essence or theme behind her comics to someone who's never seen her work before.

    She wrote: “I always go for humor first, and then try and make it look beautiful.”

    ADVERTISEMENT

    As for the creative process, Emily shared: “I make small notes and sketches when I think of something funny, or just anything I can think of, then I go back and rewrite the jokes that I think are good enough into comics.”

    Lastly, the artist commented on what she’d hope for audiences to take away from her comics: “I hope they laugh and come back for more!”

    ADVERTISEMENT
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #12

    Comic strip illustrating a tree blossoming in spring by Emily Mcgovern, showing blossoms popping like popcorn.

    emilyscartoons Report

    Add photo comments
    POST
    BookFanatic
    Community Member
    23 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yes. One day the trees are bare and the next day there are leaves and buds.

    #19

    Comic by Emily McGovern humorously shows the cycle of anxiety relief by leaving the house and returning home.

    emilyscartoons Report

    Add photo comments
    POST
    Nimitz
    Community Member
    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I live next to the mountain in Montreal. When I can't take it anymore, I go to the forest and reset. Then when I can't take the tourists anymore, I go home and reset.

    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #23

    Comic by Emily McGovern humorously depicting a fierce battle at a complimentary hotel breakfast buffet.

    emilyscartoons Report

    Add photo comments
    POST
    Nimitz
    Community Member
    1 day ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I used to be a traveling IT guy and sometimes I would do this if the company was stingy with expenses. Especially if they had ingredients to make a breakfast sandwich. Then I'd take two plates of food back to my room and pretend like I was being a good boyfriend. But really it was just to feed me for the day

    #24

    Cat and octopus comic by Emily Mcgovern, illustrating a humorous interaction about loneliness and companionship.

    emilyscartoons Report

    Add photo comments
    POST
    Susan Tieni
    Community Member
    3 hours ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is kitty under water? More likely, eight-legged monster has conquered dry land ( i know, I know, an octopus is smart, sensitive, blah, blah, blah. They just kinda creep me out. Sorry-not sorry).

    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda