Sonia's comics feature her original character, Corgiyolk whose main aim is to spread pawsitivity. "I experimented a little and finally came up with Corgiyolk. It’s exactly as it sounds — a corgi mashed up with an egg. With Corgiyolk, I created slice-of-life and positive comics to brighten up people's day."
As a good boy, Corgiyolk goes on adventures with his friends - Shiba Inu or Shibe and Otter Eggo. "I’m happy that my comics are able to reach out to people who may find it inspirational, helpful and hope it brings a smile to your face."
Bored Panda reached out to Sonia to learn more about her creative process and herself. The artist shared that inspiration comes to her from various sources, including her activities, the places she visits, and the online content she encounters. "Imagination also plays a crucial role as I enjoy crafting narratives around the characters, with Corgiyolk serving as the central figure in my comics," she added.
"Whenever I felt down or found myself mindlessly scrolling through content, I always sought solace in corgi-related material. This led me to the decision of creating a corgi character, whom I named Corgiyolk as a nod to my favorite food. My intention behind featuring this character in my comics is to spread comfort and joy," Sonia shared how she came up with the corgi as the main character for her comics.
The artist revealed to us that when she first started creating comics, people often commented on how cute the character was. "Overtime, as I tell stories of the corgi aiding other animal friends or overcoming personal challenges, readers have told me how my comics have resonated with them.
Every interaction with my audience holds significant meaning for me. Whether it’s readers expressing longtime support at booths, sharing how their own corgis resemble characters in my comics, or reaching out to convey how relatable and timely the stories are, each interaction fills me with warmth and gratitude. It’s heartening to hear how much joy and inspiration my comics bring to them."
"At times, I craft comics to convey a specific message, while other times, I create them as a means to navigate my emotions. Whether I’m feeling lost or joyful, creating comics serves as both an outlet and a form of expression. Ultimately, it’s my passion for storytelling that motivates me to make comics."
