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• Calling All Caricature Lovers: Another Edition Of “Name That Idiot Celeb”

  

  I featured some old celebrity caricatures in two earlier posts, and challenged readers to identify them. Luckily for me, there were some right answers– whew! Read more

  Posted on 17 September 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Happy B-day To The World’s Greatest Undiscovered Songwriting Genius!

  

  Yes, the world’s full of undiscovered genius– take me, for example…Better yet, take Mike Cohen. Mike’s a friend of mine– but don’t hold that against him. He’s... Read more

  Posted on 30 August 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Busker: Give A Street Musician An Octopus, And He’ll Eat For A Month

  

  Back in the 90s, I did a comic strip about a little street musician named Busker. You can read more about the strip in this previous post. Read more

  Posted on 22 August 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Childhood: Suddenly It’s Over And You’ve Got A Teenager

  

  I illustrated an essay called The Empty-Nest Yard Sale. It was for The Rumpus, which features writers who tackle a wide variety of subjects.As the title... Read more

  Posted on 13 August 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• When M&M;’s Attack, And Other Unlikely Lawsuits

  

  I do a monthly cartoon illustration for Inside Counsel Magazine. It’s for a humor feature about strange lawsuits.They send me short descriptions of four cases. ... Read more

  Posted on 08 August 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• If There’s A Buzzard Watching You, You’re Not Drinking Enough Water

  

  For the past couple of years, I’ve been experimenting with photo-illustrations. I’ve had a lot of fun, learned some tricks, and I’ve gotten pretty good at... Read more

  Posted on 24 July 2013 CREATIVITY

• Baby Handed Off Into Next Apartment, Scores Touchdown, Becomes President

  

  As I mentioned in a prior post, I’ve been doing work for The Rumpus, which features essays on a wide range of subjects.My first assignment was Beyond... Read more

  Posted on 17 July 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• St. Peter Seems A Little Testy Today

  

  Do cartoonists ever get funny ideas in church? Absolutely.Are the ones they get in church divinely inspired? That’s highly debatable… : )I got this particular... Read more

  Posted on 10 July 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• I Don’t Mind Having My Name In Lights– Honest!

  

  It’s always flattering to have one’s work singled out– especially if you’re a big ham like me… : )Cristian Mihai was kind enough to feature me on his irevuo blo... Read more

  Posted on 03 July 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Oops… My Smart Phone Laid An Egg(s)

  

  My last post featured an illustration for an essay about social media. Here’s a second illustration for the same essay.Main point: social media sites like... Read more

  Posted on 26 June 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Social Media: Not Your Best Guide To Truth & Understanding

  

  I’ve been doing some work for The Rumpus, which features a diverse mix of essays, profiles, and interviews.The illustration below was for an essay which... Read more

  Posted on 18 June 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• See The Caricature. Pretty Caricature. Think, Think, Think. Who It Is??

  

  I did a post back in March that featured some old caricatures. I challenged readers to guess who they were, and said a prayer that people would actually... Read more

  Posted on 11 June 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Fed Ex Pot, Yoko Ono, Chubby Checker, Mold & Other Courtroom Dramas

  

  I do a monthly cartoon illustration for Inside Counsel Magazine. They send me short summaries of four unusual lawsuits, I do a rough sketch for each, they pick... Read more

  Posted on 28 May 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Time Sure Flies When You’re In A Time Machine

  

  Here’s a panel from the first installment of a graphic novel I’m working on. I decided to incorporate a time machine to maximize possible storylines. Read more

  Posted on 21 May 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• That Horse Coulda Been A Contender!

  

  Every cartoonist knows there’s always one more desert island gag. This one was inspired by this year’s Kentucky Derby, won by Orb on a very wet and muddy track. Read more

  Posted on 15 May 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Hey, We Can’t All Win Beauty Contests!

  

  I was inspired to draw this cartoon after reading a very funny anecdote about Pope John XXIII, best remembered today for calling the Second Vatican Council whic... Read more

  Posted on 08 May 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• It’s A Tricky App To Download, But It Sure Comes In… Handy

  

  Have you downloaded any unusual apps yourself?Should worms be allowed to have mobile phones?Hope you’ll leave a comment.If you enjoyed this post and would like... Read more

  Posted on 02 May 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• Looking For The Right Stuff? You Don’t Need To Go To Oz To Find It

  

  It’s been a tough couple of weeks for Americans: a terrorist bombing in Boston, and a tragic fire in West, Texas.Both incidents showed us what real heroism look... Read more

  Posted on 26 April 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• That’s What Happens When You Let Owls Play Baseball

  

  Abbott and Costello were a little before my time, but I grew up watching their old movies, and they still make me laugh today (OK, I’m easily entertained).I... Read more

  Posted on 23 April 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR

• A Queasy Dining Experience

  

  Questions For You:1. Ever heard a cinnamon roll called a snail before?2. Do you have any funny names for food where you live?Hope you’ll leave a comment. Read more

  Posted on 20 April 2013 CREATIVITY, HUMOR