Many common challenges retail employees face include illogical requests, long hours, demanding customers, and repetitive tasks. We can all laugh at these struggles through comics, as exaggerated depictions of these scenarios remind us that we’re not alone in our experiences. This is exactly what Instagram artist Stephen Beals captures perfectly in his comics.
Beals is well-known for his webcomic series Adult Children Comics, highlighting the difficulties and situations that retail workers often face. He portrays realistic and awkward interactions between employees and customers in stores, and his work resonates with his 21,400 Instagram followers. His comics are sure to connect with anyone who’s ever worked in retail. One of the most impressive things about Stbeals is his ability to create complex and detailed artwork entirely by hand. He combines ink, watercolor, and acrylics to craft his pieces, and his attention to detail is unmatched. Each piece he creates is unique, with its own set of colors and patterns, making his artwork a true reflection of his individuality. We’ve compiled his 25 best recent illustrations in the following section. If you’ve ever worked in retail, you’ll definitely relate.
More info: Instagram | stbeals.com
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