ADVERTISEMENT

Brian Russell is an illustrator who has a real talent for turning everyday life into laugh-out-loud comic strips. His humor feels instantly relatable because it comes from his own experiences.

The characters in his comics are based on his own family—himself, his wife, and their three kids. They often make each other laugh with both real and imagined scenarios, which naturally find their way into his work. Even co-workers and other side characters are often inspired by people he’s come across in real life.

It’s this personal touch that makes his comics so engaging. With a clever sense of humor and a warm, lighthearted style, Brian captures the ups and downs of daily life in a way that connects with readers everywhere.

More info: Instagram | Facebook | YouTube.com | X.com | Theunderfold.com

This post may include affiliate links.

#1

Artist's comic depicts a man surprised by a playful cat, showing relatable real-life-inspired humor.

Underfold Comics Report

Final score:
21points
POST
View more comments
RELATED:
    #2

    Real-life inspired comic with characters discussing an incoming volcano.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    18points
    POST
    markglass avatar
    Lotekguy
    Lotekguy
    Community Member
    Premium     8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Suspicions confirmed

    2
    2points
    reply
    #3

    Real-life-inspired comic showing two characters, one atop a cliff with a ladder, the other below wanting to climb up.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    17points
    POST
    lelurkingnormie avatar
    Le Lurking Normie
    Le Lurking Normie
    Community Member
    8 months ago

    This comment is hidden. Click here to view.

    Well, that's his, soooo...

    View more comments
    #4

    Comic featuring a man talking to an animated brain about losing focus and being easily distracted by new things.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    15points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #5

    Comic character in a red shirt appears stressed, relating to midlife crisis challenges; part of real-life-inspired comics series.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    14points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #6

    Comic by Brian Russell depicting a news boss reacting to a shooting report.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    14points
    POST
    rspanther avatar
    panther
    panther
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A little too on the head.

    6
    6points
    reply
    #7

    Two men discuss orcas sinking yachts as an orca plots against "ocean oppressors." Real-life-inspired comic humor.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    13points
    POST
    rspanther avatar
    panther
    panther
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's good to have goals.

    6
    6points
    reply
    View more comments
    #8

    Comic about new hobby struggles; characters display humor and relatable feelings of failure.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    12points
    POST
    harlynscott_1 avatar
    NerdAlert
    NerdAlert
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me when i try any kind of sport

    2
    2points
    reply
    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #9

    Two characters discussing wealth and happiness in a comic inspired by real life.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    12points
    POST
    jamesuthmann avatar
    Khavrinen
    Khavrinen
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "What makes me happy isn't having the money, it's grinding the people who have less money under my boot-heel. *That's* the fun part!"

    6
    6points
    reply
    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #10

    Comic of a teacher reading a redacted speech inspired by real-life events, referencing Martin Luther King Jr.’s speech.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    11points
    POST
    #11

    A humorous real-life-inspired comic by Brian Russell about math problems, featuring a conversation between a person and anthropomorphized math.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    11points
    POST
    eniolapius493 avatar
    Depressy spaghetti
    Depressy spaghetti
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah math i can't keep helping look for x you have to let em go

    8
    8points
    reply
    View more comments
    #12

    Comic of two people discussing fairness, one looking frustrated.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    11points
    POST
    rspanther avatar
    panther
    panther
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah the red hat checks out.

    7
    7points
    reply
    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #13

    Comic strip depicting a man happily outdoors, then receiving a bill, and finally looking upset as it rains.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    10points
    POST
    werbung_1 avatar
    Talis
    Talis
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is Bill the sender or the receiver of the note?

    1
    1point
    reply
    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #14

    Comic of a debate featuring a man, a giant meteor, and an alien. Real-life-inspired humor and satire on decision-making.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    9points
    POST
    rspanther avatar
    panther
    panther
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think an alien invasion at least offered a chance of survival, as opposed to outright obliteration.

    3
    3points
    reply
    View more comments
    #15

    Comic inspired by real life showing a humorous car repair attempt after watching a YouTube video.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    9points
    POST
    #16

    Real-life-inspired comic of a character realizing being a zombie is outdated, surrounded by modern demons.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    8points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #17

    Comic strip inspired by real life, featuring a magician, a crowd, and a joke about criticizing a famous entrepreneur.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    8points
    POST
    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #18

    Comic strip about real-life events showing a serious world issue contrasted with a coffee shortage at work.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    8points
    POST
    #19

    Real-life-inspired comic showing Death needing coffee before listening to urgent news about no one being able to die.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    7points
    POST
    #20

    Comic strip illustrating real-life-inspired humor with characters discussing a misunderstanding.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    7points
    POST
    rspanther avatar
    panther
    panther
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Become an health insurance executive, and your wish can come true.

    2
    2points
    reply
    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #21

    Comic panel depicting a humorous I.T. service desk interview interaction.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    7points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #22

    Two characters in a comic discussing bribery and trust in the Supreme Court. Real-life-inspired comic by an artist.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    7points
    POST
    #23

    Comic with ostriches criticizing the younger generation; a humorous take on real-life-inspired behavior.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    7points
    POST
    #24

    Comic strip featuring a conversation about New Year's resolutions and intentions, between a man and a talking brain.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    7points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #25

    Comic about real-life events featuring a man questioning why Elon holds power, with playful and surprised reactions.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    7points
    POST
    rspanther avatar
    panther
    panther
    Community Member
    8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If he keeps that up it will make his previous crush, Pooty Poot, vary upset and he will take it out on some people in a nearby country, again.

    3
    3points
    reply
    View more comments
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #26

    Comic strip about a haunted house visit; one character is skeptical, and a ghost offers encouragement in a mirror.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    6points
    POST
    #27

    Real-life-inspired comic of a man contrasting the robot apocalypse with a clumsy robot vacuum for humor.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    6points
    POST
    #28

    Real-life-inspired comic about job satisfaction and shareholders' opinions in a company meeting.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    5points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #29

    Comic about a man replacing doomscrolling with excessive book buying, highlighting relatable life habits.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    4points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #30

    Comic strip of a man in a bookstore, humorously tempted by a talking book, illustrating real-life-inspired dilemmas.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    4points
    POST
    #31

    Real-life-inspired comic about creative struggles, featuring two characters discussing stress and coping mechanisms.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    4points
    POST
    #32

    Real-life-inspired comic showing a skeptical man questioning the cost of a lifetime subscription deal.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #33

    Comic strip featuring a humorous scene with two men practicing a character voice, showcasing real-life-inspired art.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #34

    Real-life-inspired comic of two men talking about a wife's funny encounter with Santa, leading to a misunderstanding.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    #35

    Comic about streaming services missing shows, featuring a pirate joke for humorous effect.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    #36

    Real-life-inspired comic featuring a frustrated ghost critiquing a family's messiness with humor.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #37

    Comic of characters discussing using the restroom, causing frustration and a scene of chaos, inspired by real life.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #38

    Comic depicting a humorous bank conversation about fees; a man questions what happens without money, illustrated by the artist.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    #39

    Comic of a father overwhelmed by work and family demands, showcasing relatable real-life situations.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #40

    Comic strip about a stock market crash and retirement confusion, inspired by real-life scenarios.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    #41

    Comic by artist depicting a humorous scenario with a priest, a demon, and a confused man discussing exercise.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #42

    Real-life-inspired comic about relatable conversations on societal issues, featuring characters discussing humor and irony.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #43

    Comic illustration by an artist, depicting a father-son conversation about peer pressure and jumping off a bridge.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    #44

    Comic shows two characters discussing elections and the impact of voting.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    analynlahr avatar
    Analyn Lahr
    Analyn Lahr
    Community Member
    Premium     8 months ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Why are they censoring all the words we should be aware of?

    4
    4points
    reply
    #45

    Comic about a crooked fence board and a humorous reaction to fixing it, from a series of real-life-inspired comics.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    3points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #46

    Comic featuring a blonde character in a red shirt, reacting humorously to a knock-knock joke about oranges.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    See Also on Bored Panda
    #47

    Comic strip about office drama with a new favorite employee causing conflict. CEO fires worker over stapler dispute.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #48

    Real-life-inspired comic of a startled person in bed, phone in hand, with a green creature yelling beside him.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #49

    Cartoon depicting a character enjoying puns in a humor-based scenario with devils, inspired by real life.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #50

    Comic about 3D-printed food and profit motives, featuring a machine labeled "Food-O-Matic" and two characters discussing its use.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #51

    Comic strip depicting two men discussing vacation and work struggles, showcasing real-life-inspired humor.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #52

    Comic inspired by real life; dad jokes about "brat summer" with daughter facepalming at his humor.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #53

    Real-life-inspired comic about a spy interview, featuring a humorous twist involving the quick brown fox.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #54

    Comic about procrastination with a character admitting to playing video games instead of working.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #55

    Comic strip about an artist's reaction to social media engagement offers.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #56

    Real-life-inspired comic showing kids asking dad to pick a show, highlighting TV habits then and now.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #57

    Comic about a dad's birthday, reflecting on life and legacy, with humor from his daughter.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #58

    Real-life-inspired comic with two characters talking behind stacks of books, discussing hiding from chaos.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #59

    Two cartoon characters debate meme quality on a phone, showcasing real-life-inspired comics humor.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #60

    Comic about a man at work joking to cope with stress, inspired by real life.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    #61

    Real-life-inspired comic showing employees hiding from a glowing "corporate dad" on the last office day of the year.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    2points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #62

    Comic strip of a person showing a drawing, humorously mistaking a character for a baby. Real-life inspired comics.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #63

    Comic strip by the artist depicting a campfire story, highlighting real-life-inspired humor and indecision.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #64

    Comic strip depicting humorous real-life-inspired political conversation with a president.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #65

    Two characters in a real-life-inspired comic, one joking about yogurt being "cultured" and offering a high five.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #66

    Comic depicting a new president shocked by secret files including "Ghosts & Aliens" and other humorous revelations.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #67

    Dad and kids at dining table with cheesy jokes about quesadillas in a real-life-inspired comic strip.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #68

    Comic strip showing a conversation about work, highlighting relatable real-life workplace humor.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    1point
    POST
    #69

    Dad humorously avoids taking kids to school; a real-life-inspired comic scene.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    0points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT
    #70

    Comic by artist about real-life situations featuring a humorous father-daughter conversation on embarrassment.

    Underfold Comics Report

    Final score:
    0points
    POST
    ADVERTISEMENT

    Anyone can write on Bored Panda. Start writing!

    Follow Bored Panda on Google News!