About the Creator – Davy Jones

Davy Jones is the mastermind behind the wildly funny and wonderfully drawn comic strip Charmy’s Army. Known for its unique setting where ants and humans are nearly the same size—and its cast of hilarious, lovable misfits—Charmy’s Army has become a fan-favorite for comic strip lovers who crave something offbeat, clever, and genuinely heartfelt.

What sets Davy apart from today’s fast-paced, digital-first cartooning world is his commitment to traditional comic strip creation. Each strip begins the old-fashioned way—with pencil on paper. Davy painstakingly sketches each scene, often reworking panels multiple times to ensure the timing, expressions, and energy are just right. Once the layout sings, Davy brings out his collection of cartooning pens and inks every panel by hand.

That’s right—no shortcuts here. Even the lettering is done by hand, which has become a lost art in modern cartooning. This attention to detail gives Charmy’s Army a look and feel that stands head and shoulders above mass-produced, font-laden strips. The result is a comic that feels handcrafted and personal—because it is.

Each four-panel comic strip takes up to four hours to complete, sometimes longer, but Davy wouldn’t have it any other way. It’s a true labor of love. His dedication to the craft and the storytelling magic of classic comic strips is evident in every joke, every gesture, and every line on the page.

Davy is a full member of the National Cartoonists Society and one of the founding members of the Texas Chapter of the NCS. He’s also the driving force behind OKRA Comics, the publishing and distribution label he launched back in 1995. (In case you’re wondering, OKRA stands for Outlaw Kartooning Rebels Association, which pretty much sums up Davy’s maverick approach to cartooning.)

But Davy’s success doesn’t stop at the drawing board. He’s built a massive following on the comic con circuit, where Charmy’s Army comes to life in an entirely new way. At every convention he attends, Davy’s booth is a must-visit destination. His table is always buzzing with fans—young and old—who come to see his live sketches, snag signed prints, and pick up exclusive merchandise you can’t get anywhere else.

Davy’s approachable personality, quick wit, and boundless enthusiasm for his art turn every comic con into a reunion of laughter. Many fans return year after year just to chat, laugh, and support the creator behind their favorite comic strip. His panels and live drawing sessions are packed with energy, insight, and a whole lot of jokes.

Over the years, Charmy’s Army has grown into more than just a comic strip. It’s a community, built around shared humor, heartfelt storytelling, and a love for the classic art of cartooning. From Flimp the Chimp’s nonsensical chatter to Charmy’s wise-guy zingers and Frenchy’s off-the-wall antics, readers know they’re in for something special with every strip.

Davy’s dream is to take Charmy’s Army all the way to syndication and animation—and every comic, every convention, every fan interaction gets him one step closer. When you support Charmy’s Army, you’re not just reading a comic. You’re joining a movement to bring traditional cartooning back to the spotlight.

So whether you’re discovering Charmy’s Army for the first time or you’ve been following the crew from the beginning, you’re in for a treat—and a whole lot of laughs—thanks to the talent and heart of Davy Jones.