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The New York subway can be a pretty strange place even at the best of times, but as you can see from these creepy doodles, it looks positively normal when compared to Ben Rubin's nightmarish version of it.

Rubin is the artist behind Subway Doodles, an Instagram page with over 32k followers. He makes the most of his daily commute from Park Slope in Brooklyn to his office in Manhattan by drawing freakish monsters beside unsuspecting subway passengers. Take a look at some of our favorites below. You'll never fall asleep on the subway again...

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Lisa Cha
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9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hands a little low there buddy

Amy Carter
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9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

iPhone: Lets see how you like it.

Gaia Pacileo Senza Bavaglio
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9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Certo, è una donna quindi si suppone debba avere un bambino in grembo.

Piero Tamagni
Community Member
9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

E' cambiato proprio il mondo......

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    Quant
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    she's too clingy, when will you girls understand that we need our space ;)

    Amy Senyard
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    My ex would drag all my arms and legs onto him for sleepy time. That's not clingy, that's cuddling, and you're an idiot

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    Amy Carter
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Go ahead and rest, I'll keep you safe.

    Cody Eriksen
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Have you seen these chicks?!! They are scary.

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    #3

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    Quant
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    9 years ago

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    I hate football, the mouse agrees...

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    myplane150
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Which one is the modern tech monster?

    Lily
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Phone-y Mc'Phone Face

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    Carlos Taco
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    isnt it pronounced how sten though?

    Uche E
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Houston, we have a problem

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    #6

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    over opinionated
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That's how I feel every time I'm on a city bus

    Amy Carter
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Funny thing is, the lady on the blue guy's left looks a little squished too.

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    Brian de Castro
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everything that comes out of his mouth is garbage, so very appropriately disturbing.

    Rachel Holtz
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Did it try to build a wall around the subway?

    Hope Love
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Well you are what you act like a pile of rubbish

    SOYCA
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I ABSOLUTELY F*****G LOVE THIS ART ..haha Forever 21

    Kurush Dastur
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Anybody else remember trash - heap from fraggle rock?

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    Lou Varner
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the guy almost looks like he knows it is there and is like "what can i do about it?"

    Quant
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this guy could rock Hulk on his head and I still would not crack a smile...

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    Bethany Kline
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is so unrealistic!! NO ONE would look that unhappy while riding a unicorn! 😂😂😂

    Intensive Panda
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    the guy is like: "Mathew, how often do I have to clean up after you?"

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    Emma Öhrström
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh so that's why men are manspreading!

    Justin Moomjian
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    8 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is that Mike Richter sitting next to him?

    Kirsten Lee
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh my gosh this one is funny i laughed

    Mira Lucky
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    it this sponsored by Apple though? just iPhones

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    Jennie Sobolewski
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ohh gross! See that's why you shouldn't bring food or drink on the subway... 😂

    Puddin Tane
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yeah, those invisible monsters are very ravenous!

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    Roselientje
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aww the monster looks so sad and tired :(

    Lori Wilson
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Dude. That's my co...you know what? You keep it.

    Nicole Heavey
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Not sure if Penis Monster or Monster Penis?

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    Andreia Otirnica
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is me: always trying to see what books people are reading 😂 😂 😂

    Susan Moore
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I'm the one with book and I don't mind. Better still ask. We might even have a *gasp* conversation.

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    Amaranthim Talon
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Wonder why he left his house in his undies...

    Jennie Sobolewski
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    😂 although yes I've definitely tried to see what other people are reading. I love to read and love to see what other people think are interesting. Sometimes I ask though...

    Socially Awkward
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh my gosh, turn the page! You're the slowest reader ever!

    Māris Vilks
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Марина Серова "Закон стеклянных джунглей" (навыки гугла :P ) BC2_145713...84091c.jpg BC2_1457139920-57d6bdd84091c.jpg

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    Roselientje
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Its a exit, dumb monster. You have to read the signs, haven't you learned that from your mummy/daddymonster.

    JERONIMA CASTELLANOS-SALVADOR
    Community Member
    5 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    ok tht's like me wen i m late for a class i dont see the doors and run into them leaving the air putta my guts

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    Puddin Tane
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Me playing in the bath tub with a boat.

    Joann Barry
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Oh great, now we're going to be late again.

    Roselientje
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I like this seamonster. He is a cutiepie

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    Jenny Roach
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    She has that look like "You are going to share that right"

    Jennie Sobolewski
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Her gaze is excellent! Like what you bringing that yuck on the subway??? 😂

    Jennifer Morrison
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Omg he's making that face again, isn't he?"

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    Joshua Andrei Martija
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Slither i.o. Will now be released in real life and will Kill everyone now.

    Puddin Tane
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This what happens when you hog up the seats on the subway/bus.

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    Sarah Hamdan
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Havin' the ride of my life..."

    Eduardo Alves
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Aren't the eyes popping out the wrong way?

    Arild Børsheim
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I immediately heard "Don't stop me now" by Queen :-)

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    kat lia
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    i think the reaper's stop is in the hospital on the next crossing.

    Lisa Williams
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "You're next bud" the Reaper whispered to the old man.

    Lisa Cha
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Is he reading the obituaries?

    Flora Polvado
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They're both reading the obituaries

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    Kirsten Lee
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    how cute is he who would not want that cutie

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    Mary Kirk
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    WOW!! Creature from the Black Lagoon in NYC for remake premiere!

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    Zerina Bermudez
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    pretty much sums up subway platforms in hot weather!

    Roselientje
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This is scary man. I don't like this one..

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    Tiny Blue Cactus
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The bat mobile broke down… ALFREED. GET ME A BUS TICKET

    Lou Varner
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    going home after the night out with the boys

    Lisa Cha
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The batmobile's in the shop

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    Amanda Panda
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Looks like a blue version of Dobby from Harry Potter

    Amaranthim Talon
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    :( He doesn't want to go to work either!

    Rhon
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So sad, he needs a cuddle!

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    Sofia Moulakaki
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    That is scary and cute in the same time.

    Tracy Baparam
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Never accept candy from strange monsters. It's a trap.

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    Mary Kirk
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    YIKES<... i didn't see his real head at first!

    Lisa Cha
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Everyone needs one when they want to sleep in class

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    Cecilia Reyes
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Definitely one of the scarier monsters out of the whole bunch!

    Jay Raman
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Mumble mumble darn immigrants in my white country grumble. I will make him build a wall"

    kat lia
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    like he would ride a public transportation...

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    Lisa Cha
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So according to this, his butt cheeks are on both seats and his b******e is on the arm rest...not sitting there

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    Mick Fowler
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    A great hole in an empty head.

    Roselientje
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So funny that it looks like the guy really sees the elephantic monster

    Shayenne Van Geel
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Only a shame that it's drawn in an elephant form. Such smart animals :(

    Tiny Blue Cactus
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    They did that bc the elephant is the symbol of the Republican Party.

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    Jay Raman
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    The true monster is the train attendant when this happens. "DO NOT HOLD THE DOOR I SAID". Can't blame them for blowing their top.

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    Sophie Champagne
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    O.ooh lord what a weird drawing and scary I Hate clowns!!

    Amaranthim Talon
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "Does this stop in South Carolina?" http://www.people.com/article/clowns-reported-luring-kids-apartment-greenville-south-carolina

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    Erik Louman
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    this guy is checking out the first picture

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    Roselientje
    Community Member
    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I the summer I feel like that to in trains and busses. You can whipe me up .

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    Lou Varner
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    oh cheer up monster. you can talk to me about it.

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    Roselientje
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I think this one is a little inappropriate. No thumb up for me for this one.

    Shayenne Van Geel
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's art, the artist can do as he pleases with his work. If he thinks Trump does this kinda stuff and draws it out its his choice.

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    Mary Kirk
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    9 years ago

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    you should have quit before this one.... poor taste

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    Kirsten Lee
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    let me guess it was a nasty fight between the two and the sucker?

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    Đằng Hải Trân
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    9 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    while i was scrolling down to see this post, i really scared of the ending, want it to be last longer and longer. so great! :)

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