Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #200
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Here is the 200th Laugh-Out-Loud Cats comic, currently up for auction on ebay with a starting bid of $0.99.
Friday, August 31, 2007
The secret is revealed! Why Kitteh hates teh ducks!
Thursday, August 30, 2007
No cats today...
detail, p 33
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Sorry. There will be some tomorrow, and maybe the ever-elusive #200.
In the meantime, enjoy YOU WILL GO TO THE MOON.
And to answer the most recent question posted in the comments wondering if some sort of familial relationship between Kitteh and Pip will be revealed in #200: NO! It's about ducks!*
Good night all.
*not to belabor the point, but over on flickr someone expressed concern with the rough handling ducks** have been receiving in the comic. I don't condone duck throttling any more than Hagar's creator encourages the sacking of London.
**No actual ducks have been harmed in the creation of the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats comics.
Wednesday, August 29, 2007
#200 currently in production
Exclusive preview of the #200!
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Here are pertinent details regarding the previously mentioned Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #200:
It'll be in color.
It'll be larger than usual.
A secret will be revealed!
It will be put up for auction on ebay.
Pip will not be appearing.
I'm not sure when it'll be up.
The zombies are dying!
The Zombies All Live in New Jersey Because They Can't Afford the Tolls for the Lincoln Tunnel
Originally uploaded by jawboneradio.
Well, sort of. Len Peralta, of monsterbymail.com is about to wrap up his creepily successful Summer of the Zombies. You have until Friday to order one if you haven't already.
Bichon in the Mist
Bichon in the Mist
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
This and the preceding two posts were created as part of the ongoing "Critters, Creatures, and Assorted Varmints" custom postcard project.
Tuesday, August 28, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #216
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #216
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
It's Jack Kirby's birthday! Have your ultimate nullifier at the ready.
Monday, August 27, 2007
What goes on?
Just what is going on here?
Originally uploaded by anyjazz65.
Here is an update in list form:
1. A few more cats drawn, waiting to be scanned. Thanks again to everyone who has ordered.
2. It has come to my attention that one of the cartoons ordered in early July never made it to it's destination. This should not be so and I shall rectify it shortly. If you ordered a cartoon prior to August 21 and have not received it by the end of this week, please let me know.
3. I finally finished Harry Potter. I totally figured out something about the ending. My wife hates when I do that.
4. I played a wii for the first time this evening. Some friends brought it over. I rock teh golf. Much more so than in real life, where I merely stink up the links.
5. More information regarding the yet-to-be-revealed Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #200 will be made known tomorrow. Here's a little teaser: after reading it, perhaps you too will hate ducks (at least within the confines of this little world I've created. Please do not harm any real ducks on my account. Unless you need to in order to survive.)
6. Finally, I have no idea what's going on in the photo above. Enjoy!
Saturday, August 25, 2007
A frequently asked question.
you've got mail! air mail!
Originally uploaded by bitzi.
If you live outside of the United States, or would like to have a comic sent to someone outside the US, there is no extra charge for shipping.
Friday, August 24, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #201
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #201
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Last "300" reference, I promise.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #200 ---Under Construction
under construction
Originally uploaded by gullevek.
The 200th installment will be posted early next week. I'll try to make every 100th comic something special.
Thanks. Now where was I....
Shiny Things
Teh Wrong Boxcar
Originally uploaded by Shiny Things.
Flickrer Shiny Things sends along this photo of teh cats in their new home, perched atop a keyboard!
Thursday, August 23, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #191
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #191
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
12 Thing About the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats
1. I use Faber Castell PITT pens, sizes B and S. B for brush, S for small. I've heard the pentel brush pen is nice, but I haven't been able to find one locally.
2. I don't use a model sheet or a turnaround of any kind. Their sizes are probably inconsistent from comic to comic, but I don't mind if you don't mind.
3. I still haven't quite figured out their hands.
4. Sometimes I forget the tails. In those cases, just assume they are sitting on them.
5. I try to include both Kitteh and Pip in each comic. There will be exceptions to this in the future (see #10).
6. No close ups. Even when one is in the foreground and obstructed by something, I make sure that if they were unobstructed you would still see teh whole cat.
7. Kitteh has a fang.
8. I need to include more females.
9. Pip is very much based on my youngest son, and his voice is the voice I hear in my head when I write 'em.
10. Earlier this evening I figured out how it will end. Not when, but how.
11. There are currently no plans to publish these in book form. That doesn't mean there won't be, but I don't want to self publish.
12. I had no idea it would ever come this far and have no plans on quitting.
Wednesday, August 22, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #190
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #190
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
10 till 200! Will it be up this week? Probably.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #189
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #189
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Now with more bacn.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #187
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #187
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Number 200 is fast approaching. I'll try to have something special for the momentousness.
A couple of quick points to make for those who may be new to these parts:
1. You can own an original Laugh-Out-Loud Cats drawing like the one you see here. See the button at right, near the top, for details.
2. But you can't own this one. Here's how it works: I get the order, I draw teh cats. Then I send it. Everything you see posted here or on flickr has been sent or is about to be.
3. I'm happy to oblige requests, within reason. I won't add ads or anything like that, but if you have a specific LOLism you like, I'll see what I can do. I'm also trying to keep things on the all-ages level, though there have been some rather oblique references along the way.
4. Once again, and I cannot say this enough: thanks!
Tuesday, August 21, 2007
KTHXBYE!
Hey everybody! I'm really excited and humbled by the outpouring of thanks and appreciation over the past few days. I wish I could respond to every single comment here and on flickr, but I promise I do read them and really appreciate it.
Here's a picture from Mike, showing his wife with her birthday present!
Winston Churchill Monkey
Winston Churchill Monkey
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
For Jim, winner of a recent Neatorama.com caption monkey contest.
Monday, August 20, 2007
Kraken
Kraken
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
For those of you just joining us here at HOBOTOPIA Labs, this little fellow was ordered via one of the buttons on the right. He's a member of the "critters, creatures, and assorted varmints" project currently underway. Name a creature of some sort and I'll draw it for you. $20 black and white, $50 color.
Hobosapien the Interweb Tube Clogger
Hobosapien the Interweb Tube Clogger
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
I'd like to reiterate that peanut butter jelly time has long since passed.
Canoe Lovin' Monkey
Canoe Lovin' Monkey
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Another addition to the "critters, creatures, and assorted varmints" project.
They was framed!
Sunday, August 19, 2007
The day the funny died
Today is the 30th anniversary of the death of Groucho Marx. There is a surprisingly large amount of Marx Brothers material on youtube, but watch a full movie if you can.
Saturday, August 18, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #176
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #176
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
For those who have ordered a critter or won a monkey in the Neatorama caption contest, they are next in line on the drawing board.
Thanks for another fun week and for all of your comments here and on flickr.
Friday, August 17, 2007
Oh, Canada!
Aaron, a Canadian, forwarded me this picture of a couple of hoboes from a while back! Thanks Aaron, and thanks everyone else that keeps me busy.
If you have a picture of something I've made for you, let me know and I'll post it.
Thursday, August 16, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #168
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #168
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
The original version of this comic generated no small amount of controversy in the veterinarian community.
Click on the image below to read from the recently recovered and heavily damaged microfiche brought to my attention by my people at the archives:
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #167
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #167
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Just a quick note to say thanks. Chances are, if you've been following teh cats for a while, you came here via boingboing.net. I can't begin to thank them enough. Without them, this empire of nonsense would not be what it is today. Thanks to boingboing, and thanks to you for visiting.
Just North of the Salami
breakfast, happiness, postcard from hobotopia!
Originally uploaded by cuu508.
Here's a monkey postcard spotted in captivity.
If I've sent you something and you have a picture, let me know!
Wednesday, August 15, 2007
Tuesday, August 14, 2007
It's a filthy lie!
Snopes is on the case. Steven Spielberg did not sneak onto the Universal lot and subsequently work his way into the hearts of American audiences.
However, I have it on good authority that about 10 years ago it was incredibly easy to sneak onto the Universal lot, wander around, visit movie sets as they were being built, play random pianos sitting in empty sound stages, stroll past the Psycho house, eat free food and rub elbows with A-list celebrities, and more!
It was also very easy to put a couple of friends in the trunk of your car, park on the back lot, and walk into the theme park unnoticed.
I will never reveal how I came upon this information, nor will I tell how to get two adults into the trunk of a Celica.
Thanks Supercereal!
The unknown Eric Stoltz film I posted about earlier is most likely "Don't Look Back", which, according to imdb included Sunset Boulevard as a filming location. Thanks to Supercereal for the tip in the comments.
So, has anyone actually seen this movie?
Incidentally, the building where I worked in Canoga Park can be seen several times in the Alicia Silverstone movie Blast from the Past.
Also, my wife is probably among the extras in the Arnold Schwarzenegger film Jingle All the Way (there were a lot, and they all had big coats on). She wasn't a paid extra, she simply snuck on the set during her lunch break a few times and even spoke with the Arnold a time or two. It used to be very easy to sneak onto the Universal lot and wander around unaccompanied. That's how Steven Spielberg got his start there (at least according to legend).
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #129
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #129
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
The previously top secret color cartoon.
Attention Eric Stoltz fans....
Guitar Center
Originally uploaded by _esse.
In 1996 I lived near Hollywood. One night, while driving down Sunset, my wife and I saw Eric Stoltz being filmed outside Guitar Center. At least I think we did. Did this really happen? Does anyone know what movie that could have been? I seem to remember him looking disheveled and hobo-ish, if that helps.
Also, there will be several cats posted tonight. Look out for some critters in the coming days, including two monkeys (one named Donna), a dog, and a hobo. Somehow a hobo slipped through the sensors.
I guess a hobo is technically a varmint.
Torque Converter
Torque Converter
Originally uploaded by dousacu.
The lovely device you see depicted here is called a torque converter and is something of a miracle. Without it, we'd all be driving stick.
So when the torque converter in my car recently met it's doom*, I was naturally a bit concerned. How was I supposed to drive? Well, thanks to the mechanic down the road, things are all better (and he doesn't need to worry about his next boat payment).
Not coincidentally, I'd like to take a moment to remind everyone of the wonderful opportunity to own your very own original drawing of the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats.
Also, if you are an art director, or know someone who is, take a moment to visit my site at www.AdamKoford.com. I would be thrilled to help you out on any upcoming illustration assignments. Coloring books, mascot/character design, greeting cards, magazine articles, posters; whatever you've got, I do it all**.
*When the mechanic took the bottom off the transmission, there was a little flower of metal shavings that had worked it's way through. Too bad I didn't have my camera.
**I can even convert torque, if that helps.
Monday, August 13, 2007
Sunday, August 12, 2007
Friday, August 10, 2007
Thanks, King Kong!
Thanks, King Kong!
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Here's a photo emailed to me by an obvious supporter of the arts.
The one on the far right is by Len Peralta of Monster by Mail. He's about to announce his newest project and it's sure to be creepy and cool. According to his latest podcast, he'll also be doing a special Halloween project!
Also, the one in the middle, the Cylon Monkey, is on youtube.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #147
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #147
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Kitteh and Pip meet one of the Urban Beasts. Check them out at urbanbeast.com.
I'm glad we live in a world where there is such a thing as rogue taxidermy.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #138
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #138
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
This one is based on a scenario and caption suggested by the person who bought it.
Hoboes often have aggression issues.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #135
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #135
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
By all means, if you don't get this one, do not go looking for answers. I beg of you.
Thursday, August 09, 2007
Another Musical Interlude
This time Harpo does one of the many things he does best in a scene from A Night in Casablanca.
There will be a bunch of cats later this evening. If I keep getting distracted by youtube, much later.
Many more tomorrow as well.
Tuesday, August 07, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #132
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #132
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
If you do not know what this is a reference to, I ENVY YOU!
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #130
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #130
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
(Number 129 is a secret and will be posted in a few days.)
Monday, August 06, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #128
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #128
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
The loophole has been exploited!
Color panels are available through the "Critters, Creatures, and Assorted Varmints" project.
Kitteh and Pip are classified as varmints by Osguthorpe's Directory of Cartoons Strips and Their Caractors [sic], Osguthorpe Amalgamating Fanatical Publishings, Britt IA, 1914 (currently out of print, and very hard to find).
Captain of Cupcakes
Captain of Cupcakes
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
This is based on this, and was created for the winner of the Neatorama.com Caption Monkey contest. Alex usually posts the contest on Tuesday, so keep your eyes peeled if you'd like a chance to win a free drawing!
Monkey Dad fishing with his Son and Daughter
Monkey Dad fishing with his Son and Daughter
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Catfish the Dog
Catfish the Dog
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Apparently he is not too interested in those hush puppies.
Splendid Stripey Cellist, Novelist, TV Director Lemur
Splendid Stripey Cellist, Novelist, TV Director Lemur
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Norma Desmond Monkey
Norma Desmond Monkey
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Another film recommendation!!! Watch Sunset Boulevard! It's awesome.
Female Office Nurse Practitioner Monkey
Female Office Nurse Practitioner Monkey
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
It's Robert Mitchum's birthday
If you haven't seen Night of the Hunter, you really should. It's one of my very favorite movies and still haunts me.
Also, thanks for your patience. In just a few moments a whole slug of monkeys and such will be posted.
Sunday, August 05, 2007
Progress
In progress
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Here are the to-be-colored monkeys and critters currently in production here at HOBOTOPIA, INC, which is actually a concrete bunker located far below the earth's surface. This is important work we do here, and surface dwellers would only aggravate the process. Phooey on them and their sunshine addled minds.
Saturday, August 04, 2007
Chico Marx makes it look so easy.
There are several cats, critters, and varmints currently in production. All of the color varmints n' monkeys should be done and in the mail by Tuesday (if the creeks don't rise, as they say in Missouruh).
Meanwhile, enjoy this piano interlude by none other than Chico Marx. If it does not put a smile on your face, watch it twice.
Friday, August 03, 2007
For those just joining the fun...
How to get your very own.
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Click on the above picture to see how this works. Or, read this:
1. Order your own drawing via the paypal button to the right.
2. I'll draw a cartoon*.
3. I'll send it to you**.
*All of the ones you see in the archives have been sent. I'd be happy to entertain requests for similar themes or lol-isms. Or even something a bit more personalized.
**My turnaround time is about two weeks, depending on how much else I have on my plate---or stew pot, if you will.
Thursday, August 02, 2007
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #123
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #123
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
ALERT: DO NOT SEARCH FOR THE H IN SUNRAYS IN THIS PANEL. IT SEEMS TO HAVE BEEN FORGOTTEN. On this, the very day the secret was made known to the world.
There is, however, an important acronym to be found.
apps on parade
thedoghouse
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Hey facebookers, here are some pictures I made for a couple of facebook apps. The one above is for the dog house.
The three below are for the bottom five.
These apps were created by jbum, who also created the fantastic hobo viewer.
I am on facebook, btw, but am not sure what to make of it or do with it. Someday I'll come around.
The answer to my most frequently asked question:
tools
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
PITT pens by Faber-Castell, sizes B and S. I get em from Dick Blick.
This information is subject to change. I try to switch it up a bit from time to time.
Wednesday, August 01, 2007
We interrupt our regularly scheduled broadcast for this message...
PLEASE VOTE! COMIC BOOK CHALLENGE 2007!!!
Originally uploaded by marcusparcus.
Hobo artist and flickr pal Marcus Parcus transmits the following:
*ahem*
Some of you know about this, some of you don't, but I need ALL of your help.
As of this past weekend, the writer/artist team of Sir Kevin Buckley and myself have officially been placed as one of the TOP TEN FINALISTS in PLATINUM STUDIOS COMIC BOOK CHALLENGE 2007!! www.comicbookchallenge.com
If you haven't heard of it, the CBC is a contest where people from all over the world compete for a comic book print deal and prizes. The first part of the contest was narrowing the entries down to 50, then those 50 had to pitch their ideas before a panel of judges and they were cut down to 10. Now, the 10 pitches and their artwork have been placed onto the net where YOU, yes YOU, must vote for the top spots "American Idol" style.
It's an amazing opportunity for Kevin to reach his goal as a writer for comics (and it ain't too bad for my fledgling comic art career either); I would like to extend a gracious invitation for those on Flickr to take a look at Kevin's pitch, decide if you like it, and then vote for us like crazy!!!
Watch our pitch and vote HERE:
www.attblueroom.com/hollywood/comic-book-challenge/mediap...
(you can view the other people in the contest there as well)
You can also check out some preview pencil pages, sketchbook, bios, etc. we've worked up for the comic "The Strange & Many Eyes of Dr.LeFaux" at: www.doctorlefaux.com
So, if you've ever been a friend of mine, will soon be a new friend of mine or have simply gotten this message from a repost and don't know who the crap I am... get those votes in! Vote a million times a day! Get all of your friends to vote!! I won't be happy until every man, woman, child, lolcat or dog has voted!
Thank you kindly,
-mp
Please make Marcus Parcus happy.
Good night.
Suitable for framing
Desi Can Be A LOL Cat Comix?
Originally uploaded by Jake of 8bitjoystick.com.
Another specimen on display for all to see, including one of the charaters depicted. Click on it to read more.
And thanks Jake of 8bitjoystick.com!
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