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Some cartoons have such iconic styles, a distinct ‘feel’ about them, that they are instantly recognizable. Cartoonist Kevin McShane decided to pay tribute to some of most-loved and famous cartoons by mimicking their style to draw himself in 100 self-portraits.

We are not sure what the kids are up to these days, but cartoons used to be almost like a religion. Since they were only aired on TV, you sometimes had to skip class to watch them or wake up early on Saturdays and Sundays to catch all of the favorite ones. Guessing from this artist's awesome recreations of cartoon styles, he was probably one of these kids.

The accuracy of Kevin’s drawings is incredible, capturing the very soul of each cartoon in just one simple self-portrait. The research process must’ve been fun! “Kevin, it’s 2 am. Why are you on the couch eating Cheetos and watching re-runs of Snorks?”

“Research!”

Scroll down to check out Kevin’s cool self-portraits in 100 cartoon art styles for yourself, you might find your favorite, too!

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Charles Schulz (A Charlie Brown Christmas)

Cartoonist self-portrait in Peanuts style, arms crossed, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans.

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Hanna-Barbera (Scooby Doo)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and jeans, with arms crossed confidently.

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Trey Parker & Matt Stone (South Park)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a simplified animated style, featuring a smiling character with crossed arms.

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#9

Akira Toriyama (Dragon Ball Z)

Cartoonist self-portrait in Dragon Ball Z style, featuring spiky hair and blue pants.

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Klasky Csupo (Rugrats)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, featuring casual attire and exaggerated facial features.

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#12

Stephen Hillenberg (Spongebob Squarepants)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, featuring pink, squid-like character with arms folded.

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Bruce Timm (Batman: The Animated Series)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, with crossed arms, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Daniel Sipes
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Okay, see. THIS one is totally cool and not creepy. Batman style rocks.

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Rankin/bass (Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer)

Cartoonist in a 3D animated style, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans with arms crossed.

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Daniel Sipes
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This one has the stare of a serial puppy murderer. I am kind of traumatized.

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#19

Peyo (The Smurfs)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique style, arms crossed, wearing black shirt and jeans.

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#20

Pendleton Ward (Adventure Time)

Cartoonist draws himself in a unique style, featuring a smile, black shirt, and blue shorts, showcasing his artistic adaptability.

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#21

Chris Gifford (Dora The Explorer)

Cartoonist depicting himself in a cartoon style with blue eyes, black shirt, and blue shorts.

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Daniel Sipes
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Where is Swiper? I don't see him. Where? Oh look he's over there STEALING THE SOULS OF CHILDREN.

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#24

Osamu Tezuka (Astroboy)

Cartoonist in an anime style, arms crossed, vibrant expression, showcasing diverse cartoon styles.

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#26

Ub Iwerks (Mickey Mouse, Willie Whopper)

Cartoonist's self-portrait in a classic style, featuring a smiling character with crossed arms and large shoes.

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#28

Don Hertzfeldt (Billy\'s Balloon, Rejected Cartoons)

Cartoonist self-portrait in minimalistic cartoon style, thin figure with surprised expression.

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#30

Tom Ruegger (Tiny Toons, Animaniacs)

Cartoonist depicted in one of 100 cartoon styles, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Hanna-Barbera (The Jetsons)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and blue pants, arms crossed confidently.

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#33

Terry Gilliam (Monty Python\'s Flying Circus)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and blue pants with arms crossed.

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Nicolas Broca (Snorks)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a distinct cartoon style, featuring a yellow character with a creative expression.

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Analyn Lahr
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I loved that cartoon! Cartoon Network used to show it and a bunch of other classics.

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Bryan Konietzko (Avatar : The Last Airbender)

Cartoonist drawing of himself, arms crossed, in a unique cartoon style with a black shirt and blue pants.

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Ethan Hunter
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think he needs to work on his anime style more. It's close but it's still missing that "something" that would make it feel like it. What do you think?

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#39

Danny Antonucci (Lupo The Butcher, Ed, Edd, N Eddy)

Cartoonist depicted in a unique style, wearing glasses, black shirt, and jeans, showcasing diverse artistic expression.

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#43

Grim Natwick (Snow White)

Cartoonist's self-portrait in a cartoon style, wearing jeans, black shirt, and sneakers, arms crossed.

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Tom Yohe (Schoolhouse Rock)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style with crossed arms, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Walter Lantz (Woody Woodpecker, Chille Willie)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, featuring crossed arms and casual attire.

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#49

Yoshito Usui (Crayon Shin-Chan)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, featuring a character with large eyes, crossed arms, and casual outfit.

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Windsor Mccay (Little Nemo, Dreams Of A Rarebit Fiend)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, arms crossed and smiling.

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Christopher Mack
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The father of American Animation, Windsor McCay (Gertie the Dinosaur, 1914)

#51

Bill Plympton (Plymptoons)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique sketch style with arms crossed, wearing a t-shirt and jeans.

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#52

Joe Casey And Joe Kelly (Ben 10)

Cartoonist self-portrait in varying cartoon styles, arms crossed, wearing blue jeans and a black t-shirt.

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#54

Maxwell Atoms (The Grim Adventures Of Billy And Mandy)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, arms crossed, pink nose, mischievous expression.

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Herbert Klynn (Alvin & The Chipmunks)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a simplified cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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#57

Monkey Punch (Lupin The 3rd)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, arms crossed, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans.

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Bruno Bianchi (Inspector Gadget)

Cartoonist depicted in unique style, black shirt and blue pants, highlighting creativity in cartoon art.

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Rankin/bass (Thundercats)

Cartoonist's self-portrait in classic animated style with folded arms, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Chris Mcculloch (Venture Bros.)

Cartoonist self-portrait style with folded arms, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans.

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J.g. Quintel (Regular Show)

Cartoonist's self-portrait in unique style, with crossed arms and a casual outfit, showcasing diversity in cartoon designs.

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Grim Natwick (Betty Boop)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique style, showcasing creativity with crossed arms, exaggerated features, and monochrome colors.

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#65

Tex Avery (Mgm)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, arms crossed, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Doug Wildey (Jonny Quest)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and jeans, arms crossed.

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Vickie Browning
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Oooooo! Could be an evil doctor who has kidnapped Dr. Quest and Race needs to come rescue him...

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Heinz Edelmann (Yellow Submarine)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Ralph Bakshi (Lord Of The Rings, Fire And Ice, Cool World)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and blue jeans, arms crossed confidently.

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Craig Mccracken (Foster\'s Home For Imaginary Friends)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Jay Ward (Rocky & Bullwinkle, Dudley Do-Right)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, showcasing creativity in character design.

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Cambria Productions (Clutch Cargo)

Cartoonist depicted in a unique cartoon style with arms crossed and a confident expression, wearing a black shirt and blue pants.

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Cordell Barker (The Cat Came Back)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique, comical style, featuring exaggerated facial features and a blue skirt.

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Dic Enterprises, Inc. (M.a.s.k.)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique cartoon style: character in helmet, black shirt, and blue pants with arms crossed.

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Baron Simone Von Bianco
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

M.A.S.K. was the coolest cartoon ever made. They mixed concepts from Transformers and G.I. Joe and strangely the result was quite excellent. The toy lines were amazing.

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#81

Bruno Bozzetto (Signor Rossi)

Cartoonist in a unique style, with a large nose and playful expression, wearing black and blue, demonstrates versatility in cartoon art.

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Katsuhiro Otomo (Akira)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, wearing a black shirt and jeans.

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Peter Chung (Aeon Flux)

Cartoonist self-portrait in a unique cartoon style, featuring crossed arms and casual attire.

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Julie Lynn
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6 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Beautiful in expressing his mood... not someone I would hang out with but I like the drawing.

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Loren Bouchard (Home Movies)

Cartoonist self-portrait in unique style, with large eyes and casual outfit, highlighting diverse cartoon styles.

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