Diary of Red Panda is a heartfelt comic series created by Asnawy Mohamad offering a personal glimpse into life as a Cham American. The Cham people trace their ancestry back to the Ancient Kingdom of Champa, which once thrived in what is now Central and Southern Vietnam. Despite the kingdom’s fall in 1832, the Cham community persevered through generations of forced migrations, cultural erasure, and hardships. Through this comic Asnawy shares their experiences, ensuring that Cham’s voices are heard and recognized. We are not an extinct people they emphasize. While the series touches on meaningful themes of identity and heritage, it also embraces humor and everyday moments through the eyes of an endearing red panda from Central Pennsylvania. For those interested in following along new strips are released every Wednesday at 3 PM on Webtoon Canvas and Instagram.
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Throughout the day, I constantly fill my phone’s notes app with thoughts, song lyrics, poems, and phrases that resonate with me. I also take plenty of screenshots and photos of things I read or watch. Some of these snippets remain untouched for days, months, or even years—some may never see the light of day. But whenever I find myself struggling for inspiration, I scroll through everything I’ve saved to see if something sparks an idea. Once I land on something, I begin sketching out thumbnails. I do all of my initial drawings and comic layouts in a Moleskine sketchbook. One funny quirk in my process? I always seem to misplace my rulers. So, instead of a proper straight edge, I end up using whatever random object is nearby to measure out my panels. Creativity finds a way.
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Right now, I’m working on a new comic strip, and funnily enough, I’m measuring out the panels using a Wiglett Pokémon card. It’s not the most conventional tool but it gets the job done In the past, I used thick 2mm 4B leads for sketching, which made erasing a nightmare dark smudges would spread everywhere, turning a simple correction into a mess. To save myself the frustration, I switched to using a mechanical pencil and it’s been a game-changer. Once my panels are inked with a Micron pen, I bring them to life with watercolors. Unlike digital art, painting by hand takes much longer, but the final results feel far more rewarding to me. There’s something special about physically holding each panel, knowing that every brushstroke was placed with intention.
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Through my comics, I aim to highlight the intricate and deeply personal journeys that each person experiences. Life is complex, and understanding the emotions, choices, and struggles of others isn’t always easy. However, I hope my work fosters greater empathy and appreciation for the diversity of human experiences. Beyond that, I want this comic to encourage people to chase their own passions—whether it’s creating art, excelling in sports, or making music. Pursuing your dreams will come with challenges, but don’t let them deter you. The world needs your creativity your perspective and the brilliance only you can offer. Another key takeaway from Diary of Red Panda is the value of seeing life from different angles. Broadening our perspectives helps us connect more deeply with others and build stronger more compassionate communities. By stepping into different viewpoints, we gain a better understanding of the world and our place within it.
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