Dieter Bevers better known as Quatsch is a Belgian cartoonist who masterfully blends impressive drawing skills with a sharp sense of humor creating cartoons that are both hilarious and often delightfully absurd. Quatsch’s cartoons have gained a significant following on social media and it’s easy to see why. His work covers a wide range of themes, from the humorous quirks of everyday life to the playful antics of animals. He also captures the odd charm of nature and explores the thrilling possibilities of science fiction. To discover more of Dieter’s creations, click here and here.
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Once again, Bored Panda reached out to Dieter Bevers a Belgian cartoonist known for his ability to mix the mundane with the absurd in his charming artwork. When asked about his unique style Bevers explained Looking at my drawings critically I feel they often appear childlike. But that’s not the intention as many of my cartoons feature more adult themes. When I say my style can be too simple I mean that my drawings feel a bit too cartoony and traditional. At times, I experiment with a rougher looser approach. In these cases, I avoid overly polished lines, opting for a more sketchy underground look. This is especially evident in my Magnificat’ series where I only use black ink and no colors. I want my drawings to feel a bit more unconventional more punk rebellious and raw.
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However, Bevers emphasized that trying to imitate someone else’s style wouldn’t be the right path. If I did that it wouldn’t be my style anymore he said. I’d just be a copycat and that’s not something I want to become. Instead, he believes in the importance of evolving toward a style that feels authentic to him. It has to come from my voice. Reflecting on this, he admitted that he often listens too much to the inner critic who judges everything he does. I have a lot of self-doubt he confessed. Maybe I should stop overthinking it and just keep drawing letting the process lead me where it will.
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When discussing the challenge of balancing his love for drawing with the need for financial stability the artist candidly shared. Right now, the balance isn’t great. I used to freelance as a graphic designer but the work from my clients dwindled and my income took a nosedive which wasn’t great to begin with. So, I had to take action to improve my financial situation, which led me to get a second job as a warehouse worker. Now I have two jobs which means I have less time to create cartoons. Although it’s unfortunate, he pointed out that his second job is at a comic strip distribution center keeping a connection to his passion for comics. At the moment the balance between my creative work and the jobs that bring in money isn’t ideal. I have less time to draw, which makes me a bit sad but what can you do? I don’t let it get me down. The drive is still there I just carve out time for my art. I draw in the evenings and on weekends. It is what there is no point in complaining.
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