About Shark Weekend
What is Shark Weekend?
Jump Down To The Characters | The Author
Shark Weekend is a web comic series based on my daughter’s artwork. One day, in 2025, she brought home paper artwork of two sharks. These images were so endearing that Shark Weekend’s characters are based on these characters. The original comic strip was designed for a school assignment a few months later.
The story centers on two characters, Mort and Bobo. Brothers who are growing up on the high seas. Their adventures are numerous, and curiosity always gets the best of them. You can find Mort and Bobo exploring, getting into trouble, and scaring humans. Even though they don’t mean to scare humans.
The Characters
Mort Mort is a strong-willed, curious shark always eager to explore. From finding sunken treasure, making new friends, or solving a mystery, Mort is always ready to find an adventure.
Adventure is defined: an exciting, unusual, and often risky undertaking or experience, involving unknown dangers, bold action, or a daring, hazardous experience.
'Everyday is a great day for adventure'
-Mort the Shark
Bobo is Mort’s best friend and partner in mischief. Where you find Mort, you will also find Bobo. He is often less willing to take risks and, at times, can be the voice of reason.
Additional Characters
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| Liv | Liv is the little sister of Mort and is always asking to go on adventures with her older brother. |
| Mr. Orca | Leader of the Orca whales that are constantly chasing Mort and Bobo. |
| Blue | A friendly Blue Whale that gives advice and wisdom to Mort and Bobo. |
| Mort's Mother | The mother of the most curious shark in the ocean. |
| Mort's Father | Father of Mort, and a wise older shark. |
The Author
Jason Taylor served 14 years as a military musician in the United States Army. He is currently earning his Associate’s degree in Multimedia Graphic Design. He was inspired by his daughter, Olivia’s paper artwork depicting sharks, and decided to use that as an inspiration for Shark Weekend.
Jason plans on completing his Bachelor's Degree in Web and Graphic Design, and hopes to continue creating many more Shark Weekend web comics for his children and everyone to enjoy.