If you’re seeking a dose of humor suitable for all ages, Doug Hill has you covered. The author of the 'Laughing Hippo Studio' series, which consists of hilarious single-panel cartoons, creates simple yet witty strips loved by many. If you missed our previous posts featuring his earlier works, be sure to check them out.
In a recent interview, Doug mentioned that his cartoons are often inspired by his family’s life. He said: “Everyday scenarios, especially when taken out of context, are a goldmine for humor. Current events and popular trends also spark ideas. The joy of creating a cartoon and seeing people smile because of it is what keeps me going."
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My ex used to start spontaneously handing our guests their coats when she thought it was time for them to go. One of her more admirable traits.
My inlaws passed along a habit to their kids: as a gentle hint to guests, they quietly start clearing the tables and vanish into the kitchen and start washing up. One of them will continue to be the host as the others get the place tidied up.
Load More Replies...In Ireland it's the two hands slapped on the knees and the very loud 'well'!. That's usually the sign for everyone to leave. 🙂
We do that in the US also! Midwest I believe 😅 but I've seen ppl do that where I live in Florida 👍
Load More Replies...I know the feeling. I've gone to bed whilst parties have gone on in my house.
This reminds me when I was 15 and both my parents went to bed at like 1am at their own party. I had no idea how to get people leave yet. Then at about 2:30 am the cops showed and I had to talk to them and tell them both my parents his gone to sleep on their own party, and left me manage their friends. They were really nice about it though and helped me get people to leave, even called one guy a cab. I'm pretty sure they felt bad for me. At the time it was so weird, but in retrospect, it's hysterical, and perhaps nothing could characterize just how parentified I was more succinctly.
We got in touch with Doug again and asked him more questions about his series. The artist provided us with insights into his creative process and his approach to designing characters for new cartoons: “I almost always start with the idea and the punchline (which may change later). I draw in pencil and redraw until I'm satisfied with the drawing. Then I ink it in pen and color it in Photoshop. I don't have any recurring characters (although some look familiar). I have never been able to keep a character constant.”
Was that the $600 or $800 category you were going for? I'd fail the entire "What's their name?" but fortunately, that's been true since grade school.
Load More Replies...Yes. I just related this scenario today but I forget the context.
I wish I could say that, but I have to settle for "Get off my stoop!" (Apartment front porch)
Load More Replies...Friendly reminder that turtles ARE their shells. The spine, ribs, etc are the shell...
I think these might be tortoises. Judging by the desert background.
Load More Replies...I've been asked why I had my head up my a*s. Me thinks this is similar.
The creator of ‘Laughing Hippo Studio’ shared with us some of his influences in the world of comedy and humor: “I suppose my major influence growing up was MAD magazine, although I read everything I could with and about cartoons. I followed many comedians and one major influence was Dan DeCarlo (Archie). His simple but effective layouts taught me a lot.”
Ridicule a Beatnik about his beret and see. 😄
Load More Replies...Asked about his opinion on what makes a good comic, the cartoonist answered: “I know I sometimes go overboard on the drawing, but a great drawing will not sell a poor idea. The gag is the heart of the cartoon. A funny gag will always carry a simple cartoon.”
I just heard about happy tail syndrome. Its the best thing ever!
Unfortunately, it's not as nice as it sounds. Dogs with this condition often have to have their tails surgically removed because they often injure themselves. (They keep hitting their tail against something, even though it is already inflamed). 🫤
Load More Replies...Now that is a dating app I could get on board with!
Load More Replies...Brian Griffin, you jerk, stop lying to lure women, we know what you really like
Lastly, we were curious if any of the cartoons from 'Laughing Hippo Studio' were a personal favorite of Doug’s, and the artist told us: “If I had to choose a favorite, it would be the one where I have a couple looking out at a desert scene, but it's an unfinished paint-by-numbers drawing. They are the only ones in color. ‘We must be in the unpainted desert!’”
Do they look like Archie's comics characters, or is it just me?
Load More Replies...Most comfortable way to game. I wear a damn bra all day, you'd better believe that thing's off the moment I close the front door after I get home!
Just hopefully not explosively and all over the place. I've seen some things in the kennel...
Load More Replies...Otherwise I'll give you a sermon about workplace security
Load More Replies...Then, you have a cool pastor. Me thinks anyways.
Load More Replies...New York to Paris and Back wow I've never seen a report like this and then there's the shipping cost how do you even stay in business
Let's not forget the Elves health insurance, 401K and summer unemployment benefits.
Load More Replies...Guess whose childhood was marred by years of finding lumps of coal in his stocking?
Do you know why the easter bunny hides the eggs? Because he doesn't want anybody to know his girlfriend is a chicken.
To pee, or not to pee. That is the question. Whether it is nobler in the mind to suffer the stings and ouches of a UTI, or, by seeking a urologist, and taking antibiotics, end them . . .
I have a UTI currently and can say it is not nobler to suffer
Load More Replies...'People are promoted to the level of their incompetence, i.e. they keep getting promoted until they can no longer do the job asked of them
Load More Replies...Because he is a sensible guy who don't think the extra money is worth having a heart attack over.
Load More Replies..."Have you looked down there? No! Who's gonna clean up that mess down there?" Bill Cosby quoting Noah
Im hearing that song from Beetlejuice. Too lazy to look it up... 🎶 💃 🕺
Load More Replies...hey, depending on the person dancing, that's not a bad way to bring in new customers.
I worked for an international airline many years ago and one of the pilots was retiring, not just leaving the airline. It was his last flight, the final announcement he made just as we went into descent was 'Ladies and Gentlemen, there is no need to worry.' As cabin crew, we didn't know he was going to do this. He wasn't bothered as he was giving up flying altogether. We actually found it very funny.
Had a g/f that liked for me to leave my pager with her while was at work. She would clip it to the front of her shorts/panties and I would buzz her when I was omw from work. She was always excited to see me lol.
Be grateful that she didn't tell you to keep paging and take your time coming home.
Load More Replies...You tell him, sister. A thousand or so years later, it'll be a catch of fish and he will expect her to ready them for cooking.
Watch out boy she'll chew you up. Woah-oh here she comes: she's a man eater!
Makes me glad I never had kids. Must be quite a dilemma what to say to him.
How does Ralph always get his info so fast and so accurate it's like he has sources
How better to learn a lesson than by surviving the punishment for a day?
"it's bad news, we're going to have to put the tumour back in, then bill you for it"
Apparently, we all can be who we want to be. I'm and so cool with that.
We're gonna need a bigger cauldron. (This was meant for a different toon, but since it already got an upvote, it would seem ungrateful to delete it. )
Well, if you kept the water fresh, and the cauldron was big enough... It'd be a big, cast-iron aquarium!
Load More Replies...I hope you at least asked the delivery guy to call the coast guard and tell them that we're stranded.
"Simon, unlike you tourists, I live here! I just want to charge my Kindle..."
In my experience, men's poos are far more smelly than those of ladies. Even when they're wearing dresses.
there's no scientifically proven evidence of that and I get the feeling that by 'men wearing dresses' you meant trans women, though please correct me if I'm wrong.
Load More Replies...Are we doing McGill seaside postcards again? I thought they were declared improper 40 years ago!
Dear GOD I am not going to write the severely dark and morbid joke I was going to... I will however reply it to myself so you sickos who do want to see, can.
"we regret to inform you that your mother's platoon has been captured by enemy troops. To unsubscribe from these texts, text AWOL to 1608..."
Load More Replies...The joke is talking about something with someone Who knows all about the subject. You dimmwitted person
Load More Replies...Does it need a caption? The two frames would have been sufficient.
Entomologists always label their "catches." Species name, date collected, location collected, etc. Same with any other professional collection. As a matter of fact, one ought to argue that these are labeled improperly.
Load More Replies...Wrtie a song about it and/or shake it off. And no, I am neither a fan nor a hater.
I watched that one time. I feel like I laughed too hard
Load More Replies...I mean... If she is into it? She might be doing the same on the other bar
OMG this is me planning our road trips in order to detour to see 'world's biggest' things. lolol American roadside kitsch is the best.
weird al, sis you do this cartoon? https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yv_QUiDYTTg
This was a strange blend of really funny and terribly sad. I will look forward to see more of this artists work.
https://www.boredpanda.com/interesting-inside-history-pics/?cexp_id=97812&cexp_var=49&_f=featured
Tame. I guess no balls and no spine, make for weak punchlines. I'll watch these in the evening for a good night's sleep, next time.
This was a strange blend of really funny and terribly sad. I will look forward to see more of this artists work.
https://www.boredpanda.com/interesting-inside-history-pics/?cexp_id=97812&cexp_var=49&_f=featured
Tame. I guess no balls and no spine, make for weak punchlines. I'll watch these in the evening for a good night's sleep, next time.
