Melbourne-based Artist Gavin Aung Than is a genius, plain and simple, turning our most-loved inspirational quotes from historical figures into art. His recent comic strip featuring a little girl feeling insecure about her unibrow has gone viral, and once you see it, you'll understand why.
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1. Strange like Me
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Zen Pencils is an online comic series created by Gavin Aung Than. The series features inspirational quotes from famous people, set to illustrations. Gavin uses his own unique art style to bring the quotes to life.
The comic series was first launched in 2012 and has since become one of the most popular online comic series. It has been featured in numerous publications including Forbes, The Huffington Post, and The Guardian. It has also been translated into multiple languages and is available in print.
The comic series focuses on inspiring stories and quotes from influential people. It includes quotes from famous authors, philosophers, entrepreneurs, and more. Each comic features a quote and an illustration that captures the essence of the quote.
The comic series has been praised for its ability to inspire and motivate readers. It also has been praised for its unique art style. Gavin Aung Than has also been praised for his ability to capture the essence of the quotes he chooses to illustrate.
The comic series has been popular amongst readers of all ages. It has also been used in classrooms to help teach important lessons. It has been used to teach students about the power of words and the importance of being inspired.
2. Desiderata
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3. Marcus Aurelius
4. All the World's a Stage
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Zen Pencils is a website and blog created by artist Gavin Aung Than. It features inspirational quotes from famous authors, musicians, and other influential people, illustrated in a comic-like format. The inspiration for Zen Pencils came from a quote by William Shakespeare, “All the world’s a stage”.
The website was created in 2012 and has since become one of the most popular inspirational websites on the internet. The website has a wide variety of quotes from different sources, ranging from authors like J.K. Rowling and Dr. Seuss to musicians like Bob Marley and John Lennon. Each quote is presented with an accompanying illustration, created by Gavin Aung Than himself.
Zen Pencils has become a source of inspiration and motivation for people all over the world. The website has been featured in popular publications such as The Huffington Post, The Guardian, and The New York Times. It has also been mentioned in TED talks and has been shared millions of times on social media.
5. It is Only following Our Nature
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Zen Pencils is a webcomic created by Gavin Aung Than, an Australian artist and writer. The comic features inspirational quotes from famous people, set to original artwork. The artwork is designed to illustrate the quote and provide further context to the message. The comic has become popular with readers, and has been shared widely on social media. The comic has also been featured in publications such as The Huffington Post, The Guardian, and The New York Times. The comic has also been featured in a TEDx Talk. The comic has been praised for its creative use of quotes and its ability to inspire readers.
6. The Gift of Life
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Zen Pencils is a webcomic created by Gavin Aung Than, a graphic designer and artist from Melbourne, Australia. The comic takes inspirational quotes from famous people and turns them into stories, often with a humorous twist.
The comic is updated every Wednesday and has become popular worldwide, with over 1.5 million followers on social media. The comic is also available in print, with several books published by Andrews McMeel Publishing.
The comic’s most popular strip is “The Gift of Life,” which features a quote from the late Steve Jobs. The strip tells the story of a man who is given a second chance at life after a near-death experience. The comic has been shared widely on social media and has been translated into multiple languages.
The comic has been praised for its artistry and for its ability to take complex ideas and make them accessible to a wide audience. It has been featured in numerous publications, including The New York Times, The Guardian, and The Huffington Post.
7. A Lifetime of Learning
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Zen Pencils is an online comic created by Gavin Aung Than, an Australian artist and illustrator. The comic consists of inspirational quotes from famous people, rendered in comic book form. The quotes are often accompanied by a short story to illustrate the quote's meaning. The stories are often humorous and thought-provoking.
The comic focuses on themes such as creativity, ambition, and resilience. It also offers advice on how to live a meaningful life. One of the most popular quotes featured is from the Dalai Lama, “A lifetime of learning is better than a lifetime of ignorance.” This quote is illustrated with a story about a young boy who is encouraged to pursue his dreams and to never give up.
Zen Pencils has been featured in a variety of publications, including The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Guardian. It has also been featured on TEDx Talks, and in the book, Zen Pencils: Cartoon Quotes from Inspirational Folks.
The comic has been praised for its positive message and inspiring stories. It has become popular among people of all ages, from children to adults. It has also become a source of motivation for many readers.
8. Mutual Weirdness
9. Work is Love Made Visible
10. Courage is Exhilarating
11. Because It's There
12. Ozymandias
13. A Journey of a Thousand Miles
14. The Fears Are Paper Tigers
15. It Costs Nothing to Encourage an Artist
16. Full Body Education
17. A Screen Writer's Advice
18. A Spark of Madness
19. Great People do Things before They're Ready
20. If You Love Someone, Set Them Free
21. Phenomenal Woman
22. Sit down and Read
23. Produce Your Own Dream
24. Invictus
25. The Fringe Benefits of Failure
To see more of Gavin's work, visit his website at zenpencils.com.
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Wendy:Awesome! I love it!!
Desiree:Amazing! I'll share this with my students. Thank you.
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