In the ever-changing world of comic art (especially online), Pedro Arizpe stands out with his webcomic “Port Sherry.” Since 2010, Pedro has been surprising fans with his witty and relatable stories.With over 90.4k Instagram followers, his comics often tend to capture the funny and heartwarming moments of everyday life. That’s why the artist’s unique art style and clever storytelling touch on deeper themes, making readers laugh and think. In a time when quick content is everywhere, “Port Sherry” is a refreshing reminder of the power of great storytelling and the joy of a well-drawn comic.More info:portsherry.tumblr.com|x.com|patreon.com|portsherry.com|ko-fi.com|InstagramThis post may includeaffiliate links.
In the ever-changing world of comic art (especially online), Pedro Arizpe stands out with his webcomic “Port Sherry.” Since 2010, Pedro has been surprising fans with his witty and relatable stories.
With over 90.4k Instagram followers, his comics often tend to capture the funny and heartwarming moments of everyday life. That’s why the artist’s unique art style and clever storytelling touch on deeper themes, making readers laugh and think. In a time when quick content is everywhere, “Port Sherry” is a refreshing reminder of the power of great storytelling and the joy of a well-drawn comic.More info:portsherry.tumblr.com|x.com|patreon.com|portsherry.com|ko-fi.com|Instagram
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Given the chance,Bored Pandaonce again reached out to Pedro with some new questions following our chat back in 2022.When asked about his distinctive narrative style and artistry that sets “Port Sherry” apart, Pedro explained, “It’s equal parts working on what I personally find interesting, moving, or funny first and foremost, and making sure I provide all the tools necessary to let the reader into what I’m trying to say. A lot of these tools come from my love of movies: accurate facial expressions, timing, significant pauses, framing, etc. I’m always on the lookout for ways to show rather than tell. Because of this, my comics sometimes might seem too oblique and subtle, and some people would prefer they were more straightforward. However, I believe a message or twist has more impact if the reader figures it out on their own rather than if I spell it out for them.”
Given the chance,Bored Pandaonce again reached out to Pedro with some new questions following our chat back in 2022.
When asked about his distinctive narrative style and artistry that sets “Port Sherry” apart, Pedro explained, “It’s equal parts working on what I personally find interesting, moving, or funny first and foremost, and making sure I provide all the tools necessary to let the reader into what I’m trying to say. A lot of these tools come from my love of movies: accurate facial expressions, timing, significant pauses, framing, etc. I’m always on the lookout for ways to show rather than tell. Because of this, my comics sometimes might seem too oblique and subtle, and some people would prefer they were more straightforward. However, I believe a message or twist has more impact if the reader figures it out on their own rather than if I spell it out for them.”
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Pedro draws inspiration from everyday life, finding humor in the mundane. He shared, “You can find humor in most everyday situations if you pay attention. Even if they are not funny per se, you can always ask yourself ‘but what if…?’ and juxtapose them with an unexpected character or situation, and the result could shine a new light on both elements. Other times, I take a look at well-known situations or stories we take for granted, try to see them in a different light, and say ‘if you think about it…’ I think that kind of curiosity can reveal new, interesting facets of what we’d normally consider mundane and boring.”
With a large and diverse following, the artist remains true to his creative vision while engaging with his audience. He noted, “I am fortunate that most of the people who follow me know and accept that my work does not have thematic or tonal cohesiveness from comic to comic; the constant they like is perhaps the authenticity and sincerity in them, even if I give them whiplash from time to time. Crafting content to the specific taste of an audience is an effective way to grow your readership, but I think your mental health will invariably suffer if you devote yourself to making something you don’t believe in. You might find yourself wishing you were doing something different and personal, but you don’t out of fear of alienating your audience. I am fortunate and grateful that so many people enjoy what I like to create.
Balancing humor with deeper themes, Pedro’s comics reflect his state of mind at the time of creation. “My comics are usually a reflection of where my mind was at when I made them, and sometimes I would be in a dumb silly mood, and others I would be ruminating on something more meaningful for weeks to try and find a way to convey my feelings about it succinctly and accurately,” he explained. “I do believe that regardless of what I’m trying to say, I probably wouldn’t make a comic about it unless I could include a twist of some sort, something that would make the reader think about the situation, their expectations of it, and how they were reversed. So that would be the entertainment factor: I’m not comfortable making ‘soapbox’ comics or sad comics for sadness’ sake. I always try to provide an interesting, surprising ride, because that’s the best way to reach deep into people’s minds and hearts anyway.”
The online platform has significantly influenced the comic artist’s approach to storytelling and interacting with readers. He admitted, “Although I still prefer the large single-strip format I use on my website, I have to admit the carousel format in various social media platforms does wonders for surprise punchlines since you can’t peek at the ending right away. So, while I don’t really tailor my work toward that feature, I do take advantage of it whenever I can.”
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