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Interview With ArtistAndrés 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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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.
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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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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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.”
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