In His Series “Yes, But” This Illustrator Explores The Irony Of Our Daily Contradictions (31 New Pics)
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Anton Gudim, a minimalist illustrator, crafts evocative images that touch on topics like mental health, self-exploration, and human relationships. His unique monochrome style, accentuated by bold graphics, conveys deep emotions and captures relatable moments of insecurity, introspection, and the journey of self-discovery. The short two-panel comics showcase the irony of everyday life, for example, the irony of drinking more water leading to long restroom lines, perfectly blends truth with a dash of playful wit. Inspired by everyday life, Gudim's "YES, BUT" concept effortlessly combines raw truths with light-hearted humor.
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That's why they're on sale, it's the weird sizes and colors no one wants.
tbh, i am happy because i have small feet. 9 times out of 10 they have a size that works for me :)
Just like previously, Bored Panda used the chance and reached out to Anton, a name that actually might be rather familiar to you already, Pandas. As always, we had a different set of questions to ask Gudim, and he was happy to share his thoughts with us.
When asked about the societal contradictions often highlighted in his comics, Anton responded, "I've probably said this before but I want to backtrack and say that our constant chase for digital perfection while neglecting our authentic selves stands out to me. Like when someone gets a compliment online, but can't reconcile it with their own self-perception. We've become a society of 'YES, BUT...' as seen in many of my comics. There's always a catch."
Yup. I hate that "wearing gloves is more hygienic" attitude. Unwashed/unchanged gloves are no more hygienic than skin. And people who forget to wash their hands are even less likely to stay clean with gloves, because you don't notice as easily that your fingers are getting dirty/sticky/slimy/smelly/... (of course there are exceptions like sensitive skin, discolouring stuff, extra long fingernails,...)
"I just went to the toilet, buts it's ok I was wearing these gloves I'm fixing your food with... "
Load More Replies...People don't wash gloves or change them. Just wash your hands please.
Yeah, if you've just touched money - which is one of THE most unhygienic thing on the planet - don't even think about making me a sandwich without putting on fresh gloves. I've called out a few people on this (one of which I know for a fact got fired, because he had been repeatedly warned). Rub some coins and dollar bills through your hands a few times and you'll see how f*cking dirty/nasty they are. NOPE.
Everyone bitches about gloves, yet when you watch Hell's Kitchen, do you EVER see any of these chefs wearing them? NO
look, my kids and I went to starbucks ONCE and when we realized how expensive the drinks were and how little you get we decided never again. Not only are they scamming people with that ice but the drinks are also heavy in calories... like almost your whole days' worth. Not worth it!!!!
and when it has whipped cream on top and u save it for last but u can barely even get a taste of it bc its on the ice
In the last few interviews, Anton mentioned the influence of his engineering background on his art, he also noted it with a recent example of his comic, "The comic depicting the discounted shoe price and unavailable sizes highlights this. It's about seeing beyond face value, analyzing the true meaning or intent, much like how engineering problems are approached. Sometimes, a discount isn't truly a deal."
It's a conspiracy from the toilet makers! /jk + /s 😊
Load More Replies...On the topic of his evident connection with animals in his comics and personal experiences, Gudim went on to tell us that, "Animals don't overthink or pretend. There's an authenticity in their behavior that's refreshing. They remind us of the simplicity we've lost in our convoluted societal norms. Observing them acts as a mirror to our own absurdities."
Makes sense, diet sodas lead to hunger as the body releases insulin to break down the non-existing additional sugar
I looked into this and it's been stated as true (as of 2022). Thank you for teaching me something new :)
Load More Replies...Used to work at a pizza place long time ago. Saw that there too, biggest greasiest piece of pizza and a diet coke. "Healthy".
One can enjoy fat and grease and still not want sugar. Keto diets are ALL about that, in fact. I hate the post-drink mouth-feel I get from sugared sodas.
Load More Replies...Hey, some of us just prefer the taste of Diet Coke. Nice that it doesn't have any calories, but that's NOT why I drink it.
Gosh I wish they’d bury the lines here. Poles and lines just ruin the landscape
This is the biggest reason we have power outages- they won't put the lines underground.
Or literally any place, where humans live. There is at least one cable, but usually more.
Load More Replies...That's when you make one of those cool photos with different skies in every section
Probably the USA, the land where underground cables don't seem to be a thing
There are a lot of underground cables here
Load More Replies...We were also rather curious about his creative rituals or favored environments, so he shared with us some more information in regard to that, "I usually start with a cup of tea and some quiet time. It's not about a particular place, but more about a state of mind. Disconnecting from the noise, both external and internal, helps ideas flow."
That is a very vivid mental image lol
Load More Replies...Ugh this is one of my biggest pet peeves.. crumbs in the bed will drive me crazy. I will obsess over vacuuming them out or whatever it takes to clean them off.
So, you can't sit up like a GROWNUP and eat off of a TRAY??? You don't deserve breakfast in bed, you f*cking pig.
That's just somebody who can't eat properly it looks like to me. GROSS!
It's just wrong when male pop singers have to hide their sexuality (management or something made them do it) so they won't lose their -mostly female- fan base. Think about Ricky Martin who had to hide it from the public for years
Load More Replies...Yup, I remember an episode of Entertainment Tonight many years ago, where they snapped a picture of Ricky Martin (and I quote) "with a male buddy" on some tropical island. Why did they have to say anything like that? SMH
Load More Replies...When the Karens realize that the Chippendales they paid $100 to watch are gay. As a masculine gay man, it’s hilarious to get hit on. Then I introduce my husband
What is wrong with two people being happy and in love? It doesn't matter what their gender orientation is. All that matters is that their are in love.
awww wait this actually makes me happy :) feel like something out of a fanfic lol
Finally, when it came to addressing the challenges of the digital age and potential online negativity, Gudim stated, "The internet can be a double-edged sword. While feedback is valuable, it's essential not to lose oneself in the cacophony of opinions. As I have mentioned before, I first and foremost, create for the love of art and the messages I want to convey not the critique of other people. As long as I'm true to that, the noise fades away."
I take it that the umbrella should encapsule all four seats, but in reality, it's just casting a stick shadow on one.
Load More Replies...AND? What is this supposed to mean? That some people will still eat outdoors even if the sun does not shine? I don't get it.
My husband. I have sometimes plotted his violent death for this very reason.
I do think salami tastes better in thin slices, but on the other hand it's an enormously overblown package compared to the volume of produce it contains.
Huh? Were the shoes black already or does this comic not make sense?
Really none of them have made much sense to me
Load More Replies...This happens to me whatever type of shoe or boot I wear in winter: slush spots on the back of my calves. I can't figure out why it happens to me and not other people.
Try doing that when it rains, especially in humid and tropical places.
Load More Replies...My room is a mess AND my files are a mess :D
Load More Replies...My desk and desktop are pretty much the opposite, my computer positions the apps in a grid so I have that going, but I have a lot and for some reason there's one horizontal line of them going right through the middle.
Once climbed an active volcano and the crater hidden was by fog by the time I reached the place where you could look into it. So I went downhill. Fog lifted. Went uphill again. Fog came back. Happened several times but eventually got so see the crater.
Same thing happened to me going up Mt. Saint Helens... and I didn't bring cold weather gear with me.
Load More Replies...And if we eat meat, the animals should be brought ut in a way that make them as least stressed and happy we can.
Load More Replies...And then it turns out there's actually an alien death cult going on in there where they inject livestock and even humans with said alien's DNA in order to feed it back to her so that she can reproduce. Every. F****n. Time
its the angle, rejecting selecting photos makes food cold
Load More Replies...I've never liked any kind of salad dressing. Ever since I was a kid, I've only used lemon juice on my salads. Brings out the natural flavors of everything in it. And, so much more healthy.
I love ranch on salads. But I only use a little bit. Too much is just gross
So a negative plus a negative DOESN'T equal a positive! Some math is pointless :)
This is why you get one of those extension cables that have the thing at the end with all the outlets.
Uh this is used when you are in a car, plane, and more
Load More Replies...he never had a monocle. Mandela affect is crazy amirite?
Load More Replies...Being against capitalism does not mean that you have to live in the woods.
Besides, in the USA at least, I think most folks are not really against the private ownership of businesses (capitalism) but are instead against the massive greed of some who practice it and think it should be better regulated to prevent some of the worst offenses.
Load More Replies..."Smash the capitalism" did the activist write from a MacPro paid by the parent's wealth...
"We where working class"... "Tell them what car your dad drove you to school in" .... "Rolls-Royce..." (i think i remember the car brand?).
Load More Replies...But if you dont´t know socialism, you can´t compare. I live my whole life in Prague (a very beautiful city), mostly in socialism. 30 years I can compare. Capitalism has fauls, but socialism has them too, plus some more his own. Corruption, bad healthcare (we have mandatory insurance), communal powerty etc. Poeple immigre in capitalism, not in communist states.
I lived Prague for a decade. I thought healthcare in CZ was great. And I think socialism has more positives than negatives. I never saw anyone living in abject poverty, like we do here in the States.
Load More Replies...You don't agree with an aspect of society, but you still live in a society? Checkmate socialists.
you have to live in the system that exists, right?
Load More Replies...Eda: “what kind of game are you playing?” Tibbles: “CAPITALISM! where 🌈 everyone 🌈 wins! (😘 except you 💅)” btw idk what capitalism is, so i dont wanna get involved in the opinion battle lol
Ok now I'm just picturing two roombas cleaning each other like cats and it's absolutely adorable
Load More Replies...I thought it meant that they are happily posting photos, but behind the scenes there's a lot of work going on, keeping the servers up and running, etc... Maybe I'm wrong though. 🤷
The couple are taking pictures on a night out in the city, but in the building behind them, people are still working, which is why the building is still lit up . . .
I got a cool job, big city, awesome building, great architecture! But inside, just another cubicle, another rat in a maze. Much like Vegas where outside draws you in, but induce it’s just a bunch of similar tables, ding-ding machines, sloppy drunks and fake, made-up blow up Barbie doll wannabes.
So people are outside the building, while others are inside working.... that's normal.
Is this one a European thing? In the US most bald people do not look 'sad' about being bald and most men do not wear swimming caps in the pool.
You don't need to wear the hats? If you're that worried about your hair, and being compared to the bald guy...then don't be in the water with him?
I think the point is they have to have the fastest internet available, but all they use it for is online shopping, which doesn't require high performance . . .
Yes, they're getting weirder and weirder - and none of them are funny
Load More Replies...Going to a fancy barbershop and getting a bad haircut, assuming it's not a bad job, they just chose a bad style?
Load More Replies...A barber shop that has it's priorities wrong. Or, don't be distracted when you should be paying attention?
I think your first guess. Service in barbershops are getting a bit weird sometimes, trying to be different from other barbershops and compete. But it's still about the haircut, you want it done well.
Load More Replies...When the barber cuts his fringe is in front of him and he can't play so the barber can cut it straight
That's cooler than an actual tattoo buddy, don't know what you're talking about.
I don’t think the artist is saying anything is wrong with it. They’re just illustrating interesting observations.
Load More Replies...I have a Russian Blue Cat! Her name is Lucy (short for Lucille/Lucinda) and she is 19 years old. Very old and cranky, she makes a lot of noise and sleeps often but has a big appetite for a skinny cat. I grew up with her, she is practically my sister I love her very much! Russian blues are very beautiful cats and also better for those who have allergies, I definitely recommend them.
I've got two, one is 2½ years old and the other is 7 months old. I highly recommend them. They are very loyal, and protective like a guard dog! They don't necessarily play with each other, the kitten attacks the older one and the older one runs, but they're learning to cohabitate.
Load More Replies...I don't think the cat has initiated or even sanctioned the war on Ukraine
A friend of mine had a Russian Blue cat. He was very friendly and also good for exercising, as he was very fond of the game "catch me if you can", which of course he always won :D
You need to be able to accept that dogs and cats are wild in ways.
Anton Gudim's work continues to resonate deeply with many due to his ability to illuminate the paradoxes of daily life in a uniquely compelling way. His two-panel comics brilliantly capture the duality faced by many in modern society, echoing the blend of humor and profound truth found in his previous works.
If you've been intrigued by how he reflects real-world contradictions, delve into his enlightening approach to capturing the nuances of life, which is further explored in this collection of illustrations.
They started out okayish, back in the day. Critical of modern society. Now it's just a hobby this guy desperately keeps milking. If only we could just be proud of something we made and move on, instead of commercialising everything.. Someone should make a meta-yes-but about this comic XD
Completely agree. He's looking for problems that don't exist. All of these comics belong in r/im14andthisisdeep.
Load More Replies...This artist used to have something to say. Now these newer ones are just trying too hard.
Noo, please, not another "deep" series of "Yes, but...". This author is so edgy and misunderstood and unique, he's worse than I was as an "angry 16 y.o."
To be honest, I don't get a few of them, and I don't really care either!
Most of the commenters here seem to miss the point of Yes, But comics.
They started out okayish, back in the day. Critical of modern society. Now it's just a hobby this guy desperately keeps milking. If only we could just be proud of something we made and move on, instead of commercialising everything.. Someone should make a meta-yes-but about this comic XD
Completely agree. He's looking for problems that don't exist. All of these comics belong in r/im14andthisisdeep.
Load More Replies...This artist used to have something to say. Now these newer ones are just trying too hard.
Noo, please, not another "deep" series of "Yes, but...". This author is so edgy and misunderstood and unique, he's worse than I was as an "angry 16 y.o."
To be honest, I don't get a few of them, and I don't really care either!
Most of the commenters here seem to miss the point of Yes, But comics.
