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posted 15th August 2011 by humonDavid (my manager) asked people to ask me questions and he then picked which ones to send me. Here goes..
Q: what is you biggest motivation for making SaTW and the other comics?
A: I like to make people happy, because it makes me happy. When people tell my that my comics have cheered them up after a bad day, my day gets better as well.
Q: How much research goes into a historical or 'current events' themed SatW?
A: Not a whole lot usually, which I think shines through. I usually just goes with the first idea I get and quickly looks up if I'm completely off. If my idea has even a grain of truth to it, I usually run with it. It's more important to me to be funny than correct, though sometimes a joke only works if it's completely true.
Q: What does the average day for you consist of?
A: Week days are very similar. I get up at 3 am in the morning to go to work, grocery shops on my way home just as the stores open, takes a nap on the sofa, and then spend the rest of the day drawing/watching movies/go for long walks/whatever. I usually only see my friends on weekends and otherwise keep in contact with them through online chatting or text messages. It's a routine I'm very happy with right now.
Q: Who are your favorite characters to draw?
A: That varies a lot. I always like to draw Denmark and Norway's hair though.
Q: Where do you see Humon Comics in 5 years time?
A: I don't know. I've come to accept that I can't predict the future and that my own wants and needs change over time. I actually rather like where it is right now, easy and fun. With David's help I can get far, but there's a limit to what I'll do because I don't have a dream of becoming a professional cartoonist "no matter what". I'll be just as happy with a normal job that allows me to draw in my free time.
Q: Do your friends in real life know your secret identity?
A: Yes. I've told some of them, and others recognized my style. I prefer when new people I meet don't know though, because I don't trust their motives for wanting to befriends me if they know who I am. I've already "burned my fingers" a few times.
Q: If there was a movie based off your Scandinavia and the World comics, what would be the plot of the movie?
A: Hm, if it was to be made today it would probably have things like Global Warming and Pollution as characters the countries had to fight.
Q: When you started drawing these silly little comics, did you ever imagine they would become as popular as they are?
A: Not at all. It all started with Love and Tentacles and all of a sudden I started getting a lot of watchers, and when I made SaTW it just exploded! I've always just been having fun with it, but apparently people liked it.
Q: You play around a lot with gender roles and sexuality in your comics. Is there an agenda there or is it just for fun?
A: A bit of both. It's mainly just because I think the many different ways to have a family or be in a relationship are interesting, but I also want to teach young people that they don't have to live a certain way, or look down at other people who didn't make the same choices as them. The world is a very diverse place, and the only thing that matters is that everyone involved are happy with the way they live. I wish more people would be happy to see other people happy, and it really warms my heart when someone tells me my comics have made them more understanding of others.
That's all for now.
Comments:
6:35pm Mon 23rd Jan #8081581
This site was introduced to me by a friend when i was really stressed with schoolwork and it really helped lift my spirits up. Thank you very much for your awesome comics XD
This site was introduced to me by a friend when i was really stressed with schoolwork and it really helped lift my spirits up. Thank you very much for your awesome comics XD
6:17am Mon 23rd Jan #8080315
@Kristoph She has not forgotten the Sami people! Just look for the comic called "Santa is a..." and you will find him!
@Kristoph She has not forgotten the Sami people! Just look for the comic called "Santa is a..." and you will find him!
8:25am Fri 30th Dec #8029935
Your life doesn't sound much interesting but why is the comics late? There's no new ones for weeks now :O
Your life doesn't sound much interesting but why is the comics late? There's no new ones for weeks now :O
9:48am Sun 20th Nov #898456
When I first heard of Satw and read it, I was having a bad day, and it did make my day better So thank you for that! My friends are Hetalia fans, but don't know about this even though I've told them a few times... If they started reading it, we could do something like cosplay
When I first heard of Satw and read it, I was having a bad day, and it did make my day better
So thank you for that! My friends are Hetalia fans, but don't know about this even though I've told them a few times... If they started reading it, we could do something like cosplay
9:46pm Mon 14th Nov #886078
My friends and i all eagerly await your comics, and everytime a new one comes out, we just burst with happiness!
We all talk about it and have lots of fun.
I often find myself doodling little Denmark X Norway sketches in art class.
All in all, your art makes me VERY happy Humon! ^^;
My friends and i all eagerly await your comics, and everytime a new one comes out, we just burst with happiness!
We all talk about it and have lots of fun.
I often find myself doodling little Denmark X Norway sketches in art class.
All in all, your art makes me VERY happy Humon! ^^;
12:15pm Wed 26th Oct #841487
Film about Global warming?
Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
I think it should be more of a TV series! One day something goes that way and it is about the countries' personality, and another day it is about something historical!
Film about Global warming?
Noooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!
I think it should be more of a TV series! One day something goes that way and it is about the countries' personality, and another day it is about something historical!
12:13pm Wed 26th Oct #841480
I agree with the other US Americans that have been posting, I never learned this much about Europe in public school. And, the extra history class I took online just about Europe barely mentioned Scandinavia as well! It is getting to the point where I've nearly learned more history from you than from actual teachers lol. Denmark and Finland are my favorites, they're so expressive (but irl I'm probably more like Sweden)
I agree with the other US Americans that have been posting, I never learned this much about Europe in public school. And, the extra history class I took online just about Europe barely mentioned Scandinavia as well! It is getting to the point where I've nearly learned more history from you than from actual teachers lol. Denmark and Finland are my favorites, they're so expressive (but irl I'm probably more like Sweden)
11:27pm Thu 20th Oct #826383
I will say, every time I check my DA for what's new from who I watch, I always smile when I see anything "by Humon" in my messages. Even when I'm having a terrible day, and I just want to take some glass bottles out to play hockey with them, your comics usually calm me down a lot better than breaking glass ever does
I will say, every time I check my DA for what's new from who I watch, I always smile when I see anything "by Humon" in my messages. Even when I'm having a terrible day, and I just want to take some glass bottles out to play hockey with them, your comics usually calm me down a lot better than breaking glass ever does
8:00pm Tue 18th Oct #821382
quote:
[Q: If there was a movie based off your Scandinavia and the World comics, what would be the plot of the movie?
A: Hm, if it was to be made today it would probably have things like Global Warming and Pollution as characters the countries had to fight.]
would be great as a comic, too
quote:
[Q: If there was a movie based off your Scandinavia and the World comics, what would be the plot of the movie?
A: Hm, if it was to be made today it would probably have things like Global Warming and Pollution as characters the countries had to fight.
]would be great as a comic, too
6:43am Thu 6th Oct #785328
Greetings everyone, have just joined. To cut away all the pathetics about the art etc., I really liked the strips I've seen here. Tusind takk til malerinnen. Altid frem, jomfru!!! /Ja, jeg snakker en litt norsk og kann forestĺ dansk./
The hell am I writing about, exactly?
It's to say I'm grateful to Humon for the pains she takes to make people laugh. It's a rare thing nowadays, when everyone's trying to scare everybody shitless and increase the depression.
Way to go! Так держать!
Greetings everyone, have just joined. To cut away all the pathetics about the art etc., I really liked the strips I've seen here. Tusind takk til malerinnen. Altid frem, jomfru!!! /Ja, jeg snakker en litt norsk og kann forestĺ dansk./
The hell am I writing about, exactly?
It's to say I'm grateful to Humon for the pains she takes to make people laugh. It's a rare thing nowadays, when everyone's trying to scare everybody shitless and increase the depression.
Way to go! Так держать!
12:00pm Wed 5th Oct #784139
Like a few other Americans that have been posting, before I heard about your comics from a dear friend, I had virtually no knowledge of the Scandinavian countries, other than they were Scandinavian, and that they were like... somewhere north of Europe. I knew where a bit about Iceland though, only because of TV shows that seem to put them in there. I kinda wish my I had these comics during my ninth grade year, during my World History class, my teacher would've loved these. Thanks again though for taking so much of your free time to please the fans. Your comics are very hilarious and fun to read, I honestly can't wait to see more of Lord AntiChrist Iceland though x3 Oh oh, and Jylland >>;;
Like a few other Americans that have been posting, before I heard about your comics from a dear friend, I had virtually no knowledge of the Scandinavian countries, other than they were Scandinavian, and that they were like... somewhere north of Europe. I knew where a bit about Iceland though, only because of TV shows that seem to put them in there. I kinda wish my I had these comics during my ninth grade year, during my World History class, my teacher would've loved these. Thanks again though for taking so much of your free time to please the fans. Your comics are very hilarious and fun to read, I honestly can't wait to see more of Lord AntiChrist Iceland though x3 Oh oh, and Jylland >>;;
7:02am Tue 4th Oct #781720
I love how you make me and/or Norway feel relevant in this world! Spread the word about the fantastic NORTH!!! People should really try to learn some more about our culture, and see that we are not "just another country in europe", and that we "have no culture". YOU ARE THE BEST!!! Also because of you I forgive Denmark for the 400 years night! BUT NOT YOU SWEDEN!!
I love how you make me and/or Norway feel relevant in this world! Spread the word about the fantastic NORTH!!! People should really try to learn some more about our culture, and see that we are not "just another country in europe", and that we "have no culture". YOU ARE THE BEST!!! Also because of you I forgive Denmark for the 400 years night! BUT NOT YOU SWEDEN!!
4:04pm Sun 2nd Oct #778267
Yeah I'm in the same boat as Macphile-I knew almost nothing about the Nordic countries until I started watching you. SatW always manages to cheer me up (even now when I'm bedridden, violently ill and bored out of my mind). Now that I actually consider these countries frequently, it profusely disturbs me that American schools teach virtually nothing about the countries of the North because we don't really have any major conflict with them. It's kind of upsetting. But I admit, my favorite characters are probably Denmark, Finland, Christiania....never mind. I like them all XD
Yeah I'm in the same boat as Macphile-I knew almost nothing about the Nordic countries until I started watching you. SatW always manages to cheer me up (even now when I'm bedridden, violently ill and bored out of my mind). Now that I actually consider these countries frequently, it profusely disturbs me that American schools teach virtually nothing about the countries of the North because we don't really have any major conflict with them. It's kind of upsetting. But I admit, my favorite characters are probably Denmark, Finland, Christiania....never mind. I like them all XD
8:48pm Fri 30th Sep #771464
Perhaps it's sad, but I know more about these countries from these comics than I ever did before. I think most Americans think of these countries as "some countries in Europe...up north somewhere, maybe?" It's good to get these little insights. Plus your art is freaking awesome.
Perhaps it's sad, but I know more about these countries from these comics than I ever did before. I think most Americans think of these countries as "some countries in Europe...up north somewhere, maybe?" It's good to get these little insights. Plus your art is freaking awesome.
7:23pm Tue 27th Sep #763144
I recently discovered your comics, they are fantastic! It's interesting, I'm very into politics and comics AND nordic countries and I discovered SatW by accident! I am proud to say that I am one of those who your comics make happy to. I must admit, that I get nervious when comics stop being posted for a little while, and I check the news all the time to see if there is anything new. Keep the wheel wheeling Mrs. Humon!
I recently discovered your comics, they are fantastic! It's interesting, I'm very into politics and comics AND nordic countries and I discovered SatW by accident! I am proud to say that I am one of those who your comics make happy to. I must admit, that I get nervious when comics stop being posted for a little while, and I check the news all the time to see if there is anything new. Keep the wheel wheeling Mrs. Humon!
8:58pm Mon 26th Sep #760851
I must remark, at the risk of flames, that you speak English better than most Americans, despite it being your second language.
I must remark, at the risk of flames, that you speak English better than most Americans, despite it being your second language.
7:42am Fri 16th Sep #725800
I love SaTW...
Make more comics with finland, cuz i like his madface and the way he acts^^
I love SaTW...
Make more comics with finland, cuz i like his madface and the way he acts^^
3:51am Wed 7th Sep #698190
I need a SaTW movie, and I need it NOW, go make one!
-Norway
I need a SaTW movie, and I need it NOW, go make one!
-Norway
5:30pm Sun 4th Sep #691466
Add Sami :P
You're missing out on an minority being thought off by everyone as reindeer-keeping slackers in funny suits ;)
Add Sami :P
You're missing out on an minority being thought off by everyone as reindeer-keeping slackers in funny suits ;)
3:33pm Fri 2nd Sep #683811
Just joined the community from Latvia.
Gotta say: your comic is the best way I've seen politics and humor in perfect balance ever.
Amazing talent, and a lot of cool knowledge about Scandinavia as well.
Thanks and may the Drawing God keep granting his blessing to you!
Just joined the community from Latvia.
Gotta say: your comic is the best way I've seen politics and humor in perfect balance ever.
Amazing talent, and a lot of cool knowledge about Scandinavia as well.
Thanks and may the Drawing God keep granting his blessing to you!
1:07pm Mon 29th Aug #670679
The answer to the last question... I think I'm in love. Queer for all! <3
The answer to the last question... I think I'm in love. Queer for all! <3
9:23am Thu 18th Aug #641072
Yay! Thank you for the question and answer section! I really enjoyed it, you should do it more often! My favorite answer is the last one. Living in small town America kind of feels like everyone over 30 is Brother America when it comes to homosexuality and world views. Your comics have really given me an insight on, at the least, some of the stereotypical traits of the Netherlands and other countries. It also helped me learn about how other countries view the U.S.A.! If it makes you feel happier, may I just say that you have made at least one person more open to other cultures. Also, laughing at the funny antics of them in comics. Lots of laughing. So, to all of the older people around here's narrowed views, Denmark X Norway forever!! (Not to put them down, they have reasons for their views, I'm sure.) XD We don't get any classes about other countries until maybe 10th grade. (Second year of high school, I don't know how the school system works in Denmark). So, again, I thank you!
Yay! Thank you for the question and answer section! I really enjoyed it, you should do it more often! My favorite answer is the last one. Living in small town America kind of feels like everyone over 30 is Brother America when it comes to homosexuality and world views. Your comics have really given me an insight on, at the least, some of the stereotypical traits of the Netherlands and other countries. It also helped me learn about how other countries view the U.S.A.! If it makes you feel happier, may I just say that you have made at least one person more open to other cultures. Also, laughing at the funny antics of them in comics. Lots of laughing. So, to all of the older people around here's narrowed views, Denmark X Norway forever!! (Not to put them down, they have reasons for their views, I'm sure.) XD We don't get any classes about other countries until maybe 10th grade. (Second year of high school, I don't know how the school system works in Denmark). So, again, I thank you!
7:46pm Wed 17th Aug #640295
Yeah I LOVE to ask my favorite people stuff hey Humon do you take idea's?
Yeah I LOVE to ask my favorite people stuff hey Humon do you take idea's?
5:54pm Tue 16th Aug #637696
I love how your picture looks alot like sweden in the "serious sports" comic xD
I love how your picture looks alot like sweden in the "serious sports" comic xD
9:46am Tue 16th Aug #636301
I think it's cool, that you think gays are okay! Some think it's wird and worng, but I think they shut shot up and be happy for the gays!
I think it's cool, that you think gays are okay! Some think it's wird and worng, but I think they shut shot up and be happy for the gays!
3:59am Tue 16th Aug #635313
I think you should answer some questions about the characters too, like for example: Is Sister Sweden the biggest pornstarcountry or is there an even bigger pornstarcountry than her?
I think you should answer some questions about the characters too, like for example: Is Sister Sweden the biggest pornstarcountry or is there an even bigger pornstarcountry than her?
12:50am Tue 16th Aug #635228
Am I the only one that got goosebumps at the thought of getting up at 3am?? :S
(my body won't let me wake up before 6:15. I tested
)
Am I the only one that got goosebumps at the thought of getting up at 3am?? :S
(my body won't let me wake up before 6:15. I tested
)
7:43pm Mon 15th Aug #634884
Lovely! Glad to see your outlook is positive! I have yet to see something you've done that I don't like. Keep on being awesome!
Lovely! Glad to see your outlook is positive! I have yet to see something you've done that I don't like. Keep on being awesome!
7:29pm Mon 15th Aug #634853
Thanks for letting us into your mind, Humon! ^_^ We may not know your alter-ego, but we love what you do! <3
Thanks for letting us into your mind, Humon! ^_^ We may not know your alter-ego, but we love what you do! <3
5:48pm Mon 15th Aug #634713
Typical manager shit, the most boring questions which would have the most obvious, and dull and neutral and etc., answers.
You might not be in the getting pro "no matter what", but your manager sure seems to be. You'd be better off without him.
Typical manager shit, the most boring questions which would have the most obvious, and dull and neutral and etc., answers.
You might not be in the getting pro "no matter what", but your manager sure seems to be. You'd be better off without him.
5:45pm Mon 15th Aug #634705
Thanks for the insight, and for the comics. I hope that you can continue drawing SatW for as long as it makes you happy. You and your characters have given me some much-needed smiles, taught me some stuff, piqued my curiosity, and generally made my life a little bit more awesome.
Thanks for the insight, and for the comics. I hope that you can continue drawing SatW for as long as it makes you happy. You and your characters have given me some much-needed smiles, taught me some stuff, piqued my curiosity, and generally made my life a little bit more awesome.
5:07pm Mon 15th Aug #634616
Awesome stuff, you sound like a really amazing person Humon :')
Awesome stuff, you sound like a really amazing person Humon :')
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i know others have said it already an im just gonna be completely blunt about this . My entire knowledge of Scandinavia comes from these comics. Honestly before this i only knew of the general area i didn't even know which countries were part of it and while i am a Hetalia fan i find your comic much more entertaining. Its not Taught at all in Aussie schools actually we don't learn much outside our own history an that of NZ, Papua New Guinea, and those various areas.or at least our school didn't.