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Andrés J. Colmenares, a Colombian artist and creator of "Wawawiwa Comics," has captivated millions with his heartwarming and humorous illustrations. Known for his "visual hugs," Andrés brings to life adorable animals and everyday objects in simple, relatable scenes that spread just pure kindness and joy on social media.

Drawing inspiration from the world around him—people, places, family, and experiences—he tries to make comics that transcend language barriers, often relying on expressive visuals rather than dialogue. With a dedication to creating a lighthearted escape from negativity, Andrés has turned his passion into a career.

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Cartoon dinosaur in Wawawiwa Comics talking to a butterfly, with butterflies humorously forming its stegosaurus plates.

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Lorraine Woollands
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1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

With a little help from your friends, you can beat the bullies

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Reflecting on the evolution of his art style, Andrés shared, “Everything influences my art! Places, people I meet, other artists, my family. My comics have become a bit cleaner with time and more focused to fit the ‘Visual Hug’ concept.” This shift in style aligns perfectly with the gentle, uplifting tone that characterizes his work.

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    A Wawawiwa Comics scene of a bat sweeping leaves with a rake, creating humor.

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    When discussing the challenges he faced early on, he recalled, “When I was first starting this project, I didn't know how to combine humor with design. I loved both, but it was a challenge, and still is. The thing that has helped me the most is practice, practice, practice. I used to create three comics per day because I really wanted to get better at this, and I knew there wasn't a secret formula or shortcut to making comics.”

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    Comic showing Earth being saved by kids in a heartwarming scene from Wawawiwa Comics, promoting environmental awareness.

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    Eternal Progress
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is how it should be, not people arguing over *who* should pay, but actually everyone paying

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    As for the most rewarding aspects of being a comic artist, the artist noted to us, “I get to do what I love, and my office is in my home, so I spend lots of time with my family. Having short and long-term goals pushes me and my wife (we work together) to work hard with a goal in mind. We have so many ideas for Wawawiwa!”

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    #6

    Cute seal in Wawawiwa Comics; panels showing it uncovered, snuggled in water, and lounging on the beach.

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    Judy Reynolds
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    What a wonderful way of looking at the world!

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    Wawawiwa Comics: A pasta character adjusting the shower temperature from not hot enough to perfect, creating little laughs.

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    12 months ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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    Offering advice to aspiring artists, Andrés emphasized the importance of perseverance: “Be consistent and don't expect it to be fast or easy. I used to wake up at 3 AM to brainstorm ideas and make comics because it was clear to me it was something I really wanted to do for a living.”

    #8

    Dog and cat comic from Wawawiwa Comics: Dog reincarnates, discovers new ability to fly, surprising a cat.

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    #9

    Wawawiwa Comics: Fluffy dog visualizes goal, walks path at sunset, focuses on process with a smile.

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    #10

    Wawawiwa comics: a cute bird family, with one chick saying "I'm lost" behind the group on a light blue background.

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    Two cartoon bees in a Wawawiwa Comics strip discussing their ability to fly despite doubts.

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    Floeckchen
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    1 year ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This was a wrong assumption made by a physician in 1934. The thesis has been disproven shortly after, but the misconception somehow still survived until today.

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    #14

    A Wawawiwa Comics scene with a shark and octopus finding the perfect chair arrangement for comfort.

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    Pumpkin family in Wawawiwa Comics, big pumpkin taking a photo of two small, smiling pumpkins.

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    #18

    Cute Wawawiwa Comics: a cat and dog at a table drinking, showing humorous interactions with glasses of water.

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    Judy Reynolds
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Nothing to apologize for! The world would be sooo boring if everyone was the same!

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    #21

    A Wawawiwa comic featuring a pumpkin trying makeup, humorously transforming its face.

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    #22

    Wawawiwa Comics: Bananas expressing gratitude and a smiling pumpkin saying Happy Thanksgiving.

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    LizzieBoredom
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    1 year ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I hate to tell them dessert is Bananas Flambe.

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