Phatcomics, founded by Sean Azzopardi in 2001, has been a platform for creating and publishing graphic novels and over 60 mini comics. Through Phatcomics, Sean has also curated exhibitions and organised several conventions. Sean has participated in various comics-related events both locally and internationally and has been involved in numerous collectives. He was a founding member of London Underground Comics and The Crouch End Festival and organised CECAF, Crouch End’s first comic festival.

Phatcomics has published acclaimed titles such as Ed, Twelve Hour Shift, and Dark Matters (with Douglas Noble). Sean’s other work includes Necessary Monsters Vol. 3 (First Comics) and 24 Panels (Image Comics), addressing the issues faced by survivors of the Grenfell Tower fire. His graphic history, The Voice of the Hall, was published in 2018 by Soaring Penguin Press, chronicling Hornsey Town Hall, with support from the Arts Council. Most recently, Sean completed Street Art and Protest—a visual history—and is currently working on Life’s a Party, an ongoing autobiographical series of comics.

In 2024, Sean organised SEQUENT’ULL, the first independent comic art festival in Hull. Sean has extensive experience working collaboratively with creative professionals to facilitate community engagement, particularly with young people and marginalised groups. He is passionate about using comics as a tool for advocacy, personal storytelling, and community building.