Twitter (also known as X since Elon ruined it) user @Jaythechou has come up with a simple concept to spread joy and entertainment – he photoshops Paddington into iconic movie scenes. Some are beautifully subtle, others are larger than life – but all are skilfully done and a lot of fun. We thoroughly recommend you check out his work for yourself, but in the meantime, here is a Top 30, as voted by us. In no particular order.
Jose Arroyo is a two-time Emmy Award-winning comedy writer and a cartoonist. He has written for Conan O’Brien, Bill Maher, Robert Smigel (“Triumph The Insult Comic Dog”), and Dennis Miller. His latest comic book Somewhere In L.A.: A Book of Hours is available on Amazon. Scroll down to check out some of our favorites!
You are all probably familiar with the original story of Noah’s Ark – in the ultimate cosmic DIY project, God sent Noah a message: “Build a giant ark, grab two of every animal, and let’s turn this planet into a giant water park!” But what would happen if this story happened today with some regular guy who’s down on his luck? Scroll down to find out, this story has an unexpected twist!
You might find them disturbing, but you also might be unable to turn your eyes away from Houston artist Phillip Kremer’s grotesque, distorted photo collages of various famous and not-so-famous people. His creations are so weird that he has even gotten a warning from Instagram that they might ban him in future. In his own words, “It’s not that I won’t adhere to their policies, it’s just that I can’t find the policy that I’m breaking to adhere to.” Why is he doing this? Phillip Kremer explains that he’s just tired of seeing boring people faces all around him and wants to something to make them more fun to look at. Scroll down to see some of his best (worst?) creations!
Jar Jar Binks: hands down everyone’s favorite Star Wars character, and others – thanks to the work of artist @scadarts – can now also be everyone’s favorite fine art subjects. As Indiana Jones would say, “It belongs in a museum,” and we couldn’t agree more. What an absolute masterpieces! Scroll down and enjoy!
Erika Sjule is a cartoonist, humor writer, and graphic novelist from California who has no memory of ever not drawing. In her own words, “There is a chance that this relates to me being dropped a lot as a baby, but I like to tell myself otherwise.” Scroll down to see some of her best cartoons and also check out her book Looking Inward: A Guide To Introversion that you can get on her Etsy store!
Have you ever wondered what it would look like if cats had tiny human hands? Your cat would look like he’s really judgemental and is demanding an explanation for your poor life choices. Also… It’s common knowledge that if cats had thumbs, human existence would be deemed obsolete by our feline overlords. Just think about it. If they had fully functional hands, they wouldn’t need us to open cans, doors, and scratch that perfect spot on their backs. Why else do us humans exist? The kitty wars for global domination might soon begin, because you can actually find human hands for your cat on Amazon. Scroll down to check some of the examples and see what we mean!
Welcome to your 40s – the age where the only six-pack you’re working on is the one in the fridge. It’s the decade where your metabolism takes a vacation without asking for your permission, and suddenly you find yourself saying, “I remember when this was all fields” about things that happened twenty years ago. We’ve gathered the funniest and most relatable posts about living in your 40s. Scroll down to check them out!
Tom Toro is an awesome cartoonist who has published hundreds of cartoons in The New Yorker. We have previously featured his work in Part 1, so make sure to check out that gallery too. Tom is also the author of a book How to Potty Train Your Porcupine. It’s a comedic take on potty training with a clever message at the end. Scroll down to check out our latest favorite picks of Tom’s cartoons!
Extreme ironing is a sport in which people take ironing boards to remote locations and iron items of clothing. It combines the thrills of an extreme outdoor activity with the satisfaction of a well-pressed shirt. You can join these brave people by reading an Extreme Ironing 101 book, taking your very own extreme ironing picture, and posting it on Instagram with an #ExtremeIroning hashtag. Featured below are some of the best examples.
Tom Toro is a brilliant cartoonist who has published over 200 cartoons in The New Yorker since 2010. He’s currently working on a graphic memoir about becoming an artist during turbulent times, but his already published book How to Potty Train Your Porcupine is currently available to purchase, so check it out. The title says it all: this fun debut is a comedic take on potty training with a clever message at the end. Featured below are our favorite picks from Tom’s large and hilarious archive of cartoons.
Reverse mohawk is a hairstyle that boldly declares, “I couldn’t decide between business casual and punkrock, so I went for both simultaneously.” It involves shaving a strip of hair down the center of the head, leaving the rest untouched. Some people will do anything for attention, even this. Want to join them? Step 1: Ruin your haircut. Step 2: Post result on Instagram under #ReverseMohawk tag. Step 3: Enjoy your 15 minutes of fame.
Nabhan Abdullatif, a graphic designer and illustrator from Oman, comes up with brilliant ways to express our most common everyday phrases and sayings with cute minimalistic illustrations. Abdullatif specializes in conceptual illustration and vector art, which is evident in his clever visual puns. Scroll down to check out our favorites!
Why do cats attack toilet paper? It is a common behavior that can be attributed to a few reasons: curiosity, playfulness, attention-seeking, and texture attraction. To discourage this behavior, consider keeping the bathroom door closed, using covered toilet paper holders, or providing alternative toys and activities to keep your cat entertained. Meanwhile, scroll down to see the funniest photos from cat battles with toilet paper rolls!
Sofia Warren has been a cartoonist for The New Yorker since 2017, contributing cartoons and essays for the digital humor section. Her comics have also run in MoMA magazine, Narrative Magazine, and Catapult, among other places. Her first book, Radical – a graphic memoir about the year she spent embedded with freshman state senator Julia Salazar, was published in 2022, so please do check it out. Meanwhile, scroll down to see some of our favorites!
