“Ryan Mason’s At Random Comics has a way of blending humor with just the right amount of darkness making his single-panel cartoons both amusing and thought-provoking. His work has gained a loyal following, with many appreciating his sharp wit and unique take on life’s absurdities. When reflecting on his style, Mason once shared that a reader described his comics as happy and sad a phrase that resonated with him. While his humor often leans into schadenfreude, he doesn’t see himself as overly pessimistic. Instead, he uses comedy to navigate heavy topics like death and disappointment offering a fresh perspective that takes the edge off life’s tougher moments. Please scroll down to check out his latest work and dive deeper into his creative process in our exclusive interview.
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We had the chance to catch up with Ryan Mason once again to dive deeper into his creative process. This time we were curious to know which part of making comics he enjoys the most. Ryan shared that developing new material is both a challenge and a thrill. He finds excitement in the moment a fresh comic idea takes shape one that he can’t wait to bring to life. His creative process often involves late-night isolation or quiet sessions at a coffee shop where he searches for the right mindset. During these brainstorming sessions, he typically comes up with around ten ideas but only a select few make it to the final stage.
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We also wanted to know what Ryan Mason believes makes a comic truly funny. Crafting humor isn’t always predictable and even he admits that gauging audience reactions can be tricky. There’s always a bit of uncertainty he shared. I don’t always know which comics will land, and sometimes I misjudge which ones people will connect with the most. Comedy is complicated and putting yourself out there can feel vulnerable. One thing that helps him stay creative is his ability to keep moving forward. I think I benefit from a goldfish-like memory he joked. I don’t dwell too much on past ideas which lets me constantly search for new ones. Sometimes, I’ll flip through old sketchbooks and find comics I don’t even remember drawing they feel brand new to me.
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When asked if he had a personal favorite among his comics Ryan Mason admitted that he doesn’t have one standout piece. I always hope my best work is still ahead of me he said. However, one particular comic gained unexpected attention a drawing of an excavation crew uncovering a T-rex with a UFO in its jaws. That one resonated with the people he shared. It even found its way into official science literature was translated into multiple languages and inspired a reader to create an impressive 3D diorama. It also sparked some pretty bizarre comment threads he added proving that humor can take on a life of its own once it’s out in the world.
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