Not all vampires sparkle in the sunlight, but they can sure act like they’re warmblooded. That’s what the talented artist Julia Loopstra wants to show the world with her amusing cartoon drawings called ‘Vampire Boyfriend.’ The comic strips, drawn in a very unique and pleasant style, detail the relationship between Peg and her boyfriend Neculai who is a vampire (the hint is in his name).
Bored Panda reached out to Julia to talk to her about her work, her never-ending drawing ideas, as well as her hopes and dreams. So scroll down for the interview to learn more about the artist, enjoy her adorable vampire comics and upvote your favorites! Let us know what you think of Julia’s cool drawings in the comments, and remember to share this post with your vampire-loving friends.
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hey, an original four-panel funny comic? wow, didn't know it did that
Being a vampire has certain limitations, but it can also be a ton of fun. Your extra strengths and abilities can make you successful in almost every endeavor you participate in and before you know it the money and acquaintances will come streaming in. You can build wealth and gain prestige and notoriety and attempt things you may never have even considered as a human. One thing you will definitely have more of is time. Beef up your education and learn all you ever wanted to. Traveling the world to see things most people only ever see on TV is going to be especially fun if you turn to share your life with one of us. Let us show you the wonders of the world. Learn new languages, go skydiving or scuba dive with sharks, visit the African safari. You no longer need to be scared of nature or wildlife you will have become the world's strongest predator. Have fun with it and your life as a vampire can be more fulfilling than you ever dreamed. Explore, experiment, experience and get excited.
Let’s write that book together. I have an idea that will blow your mind...hint. It has to do with our ancestry.💕💙
Sadly? alas this common cure is to hard to find these days with a******s making a monopoly over it
“A lot of my inspiration comes from classic children’s book illustrations like the work of Edward Gorey and Quentin Blake,” 25-year-old Julia from California talked to Bored Panda about what motivates and inspires her to draw webcomics. “Artists who are able to balance childlike sweetness with human oddity are my favorite, so in my own work I enjoy combining colorful watercolor with my own sarcastic and somewhat dark sense of humor.”
“When I was still in grade school I didn’t really consider being an artist despite the fact that I was constantly working on various self-driven artistic projects, like drawing detailed treasure maps, sewing clothes for my toys, or building miniature fairy houses out of sticks and pine needles.”
“I used to draw little funny comics and have doodle wars with friends but I didn’t really consider art seriously until I was approached by one of my high school teachers who encouraged me to look into art school,” Julia revealed her winding path towards artistic mastery.
I really appreciate how well this conveys what works about their relationship: Neculai is jaded and miserable, but Peg brings joy and light back into his life <3
“In my experience, it’s important for an artist to make work that speaks to them rather than trying to fit into a specific artistic box,” she gave advice to other artists. “When we’re starting out and still trying to find our artistic voices, it’s tempting to think: “How would a more successful artist approach this?” But I’ve always found that I make my best work when I consider: “How would I approach this?”
“In terms of making comics, the things I usually think will be popular are the ones that flop. When I made Vampire Boyfriend, it was a short series meant to make me and my buddy laugh, but I got such an overwhelmingly positive response from people that I’ve just kept making them and it’s turned into much more than I ever imagined.”
I feel like that in the second square, it’s the classic villain scene of “well, well, well...what do we have here?”
The high-energy artist exclaimed that she’s always working on various projects and is incredibly busy. “I make weekly comics like Vampire Boyfriend, but I’m also painting, embroidering, and writing. I’d eventually like to work in children’s literature, as that’s where my love of drawing began.”
“In my spare time I love swing dancing, podcasts, and collecting teeny tiny odd knick-knacks,” she added.
BWAHAHAHAHAHHA - it's a county fair - he could even go as a country-goth
In the second panel where he's gazing out the window - he looks a whole lot like Dream/The Sandman
Wow... okay... if instead of a nostalgic photograph we could get masterpiece canvas oil paintings (in which the artist ALWAYS makes the people look better than real life anyhow) - Oil painting please!!!
These were actually quite original and refreshing! I love how Peg is a bit bigger than your average girlfriend.
What the.......? Panda said amusing instead of hilarious? Is this a breakthrough or just a glitch?
This comic is adorable!! Love how he mixes the cold heartless immortal with a bubbly lovely chubby girl. The story goes smoothly without being forced to be romantic or funny
I really like Neculai's stark, tall design versus Peggy's soft roundness and how it immediately reflects the characters' personalities.
Never been entertained so good in a long time! Fell instantly in love with Peg and Nec!
Hello everyone, Yesterday someone directed me to a vampire lord in United State Of America and this man introduce me to the brotherhood of vampire, i will forever remain lower to the God Father. Am now a powerful woman and no one step on me without an apology goes free. I will advice anyone who want to become a vampire should contact the Vampire kingdom for advice via email vampiretemple10@gmail.com
These were actually quite original and refreshing! I love how Peg is a bit bigger than your average girlfriend.
What the.......? Panda said amusing instead of hilarious? Is this a breakthrough or just a glitch?
This comic is adorable!! Love how he mixes the cold heartless immortal with a bubbly lovely chubby girl. The story goes smoothly without being forced to be romantic or funny
I really like Neculai's stark, tall design versus Peggy's soft roundness and how it immediately reflects the characters' personalities.
Never been entertained so good in a long time! Fell instantly in love with Peg and Nec!
Hello everyone, Yesterday someone directed me to a vampire lord in United State Of America and this man introduce me to the brotherhood of vampire, i will forever remain lower to the God Father. Am now a powerful woman and no one step on me without an apology goes free. I will advice anyone who want to become a vampire should contact the Vampire kingdom for advice via email vampiretemple10@gmail.com
