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Doug Hill, also recognized as Laughing Hippo Studio among his online followers, is a talented cartoonist known for his witty single-panel comics. His work captivates the audience, not just due to its simple style, but also thanks to his distinct sense of humor.

"My style is sometimes semi-realistic, loose at times, but rarely bizarre artwork. My humor is based mostly on real life. Humor many people can identify with. Sometimes I suppose it’s Boomer Humor (I am 75), and some slightly twisted as well," the artist shared in a previous interview.

When asked about the primary goal of his art, the artist responded, "to make people laugh." So, scroll down for some giggles and enjoy the lighter side of life.

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Doug has been creating cartoons since 1972 (all while juggling a 30-year teaching career), and in 2017, he expanded into the world of greeting cards. Now in retirement, the artist dedicates all his time to spreading humor across the globe!

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8 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My cats' got one life, and she chooses to live it staring disappointedly at her food bowl.

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Bored Panda reached out to Doug again to learn more about him and his creative process. We were curious to know what the artist finds the most challenging when creating comics. "Obviously, the most challenging part of cartooning is coming up with the ideas," Doug revealed. "Some you know are funny, others bomb, and some I do just for me. I enjoy taking an idea and roughing out the cartoon then developing it and refining it until I am satisfied with it."

The artist shared that he doesn't use a computer to create the artwork, only to add color. "If I am stuck on ideas, I will get away from it and do something else. Often a word on TV or in a store, or overhearing someone (especially if I mishear them)."

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Some truth to this, kevlar won't stop a knife or other sharp edged weapons.

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"I do a lot of family-related cartoons since I have 3 kids, 5 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Other ideas come with what is popular with people or in the news. Everyday situations taken out of context are a favorite of mine. I love coming up with an idea, creating the cartoon, and seeing people enjoy it."

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

PLAY pick up bones with the skeleton of the fish laying there

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They should try to figure out why their fingers and toes are disappearing...

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sir if I lift my feet right now you'll need your door cloth too.

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We'd continue the joke to the guy at third base, but this is a family friendly comic.

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Maybe you shouldn't pick them up with the fifteen of us in your Volkswagen, next time

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"The preacher asked her and she said 'I do"... The preacher asked me and she said 'Yes, he does too'"

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Aw, c'mon, Ace! Get up on tiptoes and stre-e-e-e-tch! You can reach it!

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

For me, I would want to stick my head in a hole when my teacher talks nonstop during lectures.

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8 months ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A rapist, a grifter and a fraud walk into a bar. Bartender; What'll you have, Mr. Trump?

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