In a further interview with Bored Panda, Ahmed shared a bit more about his background.
“I have a Master’s in Microbiology/Immunology, so my comics sometimes do have a scientific side to them.”
He also noted how he began doodling himself as seen in newspapers: “I was a shy kid, but I found it much easier to connect with people by showing them my comics. It's the way I express myself best.”
We were wondering about Ahmed’s creative process, to which he replied: “Sorry, trade secret. Kidding! For gag comics, I usually write what's on my mind at the time, or make a note on my phone when an idea strikes. For story comics, I have a notebook with sketches, thumbnails and concepts for planning. I currently mostly work digitally.”
As for the audience’s takeaway, Ahmed wrote: “If I've made you laugh, or cheered you up on a bad day, then I've succeeded as a cartoonist.”
Lastly, Ahmed added: “Be nice to people posting their art online. Artists put a lot more than just time and effort into each piece, it's one of the most personal things you can do.”
