Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #740
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Thursday, January 31, 2008
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Book info
books in a stack (a stack of books)
Originally uploaded by austinevan.
Thanks to everyone who has ordered the book! It's quite possible the unsigned copies directly from lulu will be showing up on people's doorsteps as early as tomorrow. Who will be the first to get one? Will it be you!?!?!
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #737
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #737
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Created for Brie, keeper of a secret.
Monday, January 28, 2008
Sunday, January 27, 2008
Saturday, January 26, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #734 (and note)
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #734
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Thanks to everyone who has ordered a book! If I haven't responded to your notes and comments and requests yet, I'll try to within the next couple of days. I'll also be sure to keep everyone posted as the books arrive and start to get sent.
Some orderers have not been able to make notes on paypal for some reason, so feel free to email me with questions and stuff.
Thanks again, the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats would not exist without good people like you!
Also, if you have ordered a comic or fan club membership, my plan is to have them in the mail by the end of the month.
Hedgehogs
This week I've learned something: people love hedgehogs. The three comics I've posted which show hedgehogs have generated near immediate email responses requesting the original. If someone out there is looking for a way to make money as a cartoonist, the answer is in hedgehogs.
I'm not sure how I feel about them being used to shill financial services.
Darkmatter
I like this song. The original is by Andrew Bird, if you didn't know. This cover is by MsPennyCandy, which I hope is her real name.
Friday, January 25, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #733
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #733
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
It only took me an hour and a half to figure out what the comments were about. Thanks! I would say that was my first misspelling, but you know.
Signed copies are now available via the button to the right.
$30.00, including shipping.
These copies are signed and will include an original drawing on the inside.
192 pages, black and white.
For a limited time.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
Meet the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats, the book, will be available tomorrow
Now in book form and available from Lulu.com on January 25, 2008 starting at Noon Eastern.
192 pages, $14.95 + shipping.
A limited number of signed (and drawn in) copies will also be available starting on the 25th (also at Noon) for $30 including shipping via this blog (HOBOTOPIA.com).
Shipping time on the signed/drawn-in copies will be longer than ordering unsigned copies directly from Lulu. Possibly up to a month.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #732
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #732
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Stand by for an important transmission.
Wednesday, January 23, 2008
South Carolina
The proof copy of the book, according to UPS, in in South Carolina. I could have it in my hands tomorrow, and if I do, I'll be sure to post about it, good or bad.
Meanwhile, I think I'll be slowing down to posting one comic a day for a bit as things ramp up to selling the book. We'll see.
If you've ordered a comic, my plan is to have everything in the mail by the end of the month at the very latest. Several went out today, so keep checking your mailbox. I recommend once an hour.
Meanwhile, enjoy one of my favorite songs by one of my favorite multiple-patent holders.
Neatorama Shirt Poll
Alex of Neatorama fame asked me to design a t-shirt for the site. So I drew 4 and suggested he let the readers decide which they like the best. You can vote here. I won't tell you which is my favorite.
If you aren't already reading Neatorama, you really should.
Tuesday, January 22, 2008
Monday, January 21, 2008
Additional book information
Meet the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
The proof copy of Meet the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats should be in my hands within the week. It's pocket sized (for your convenience) and is jam packed with comics and new drawings. It also includes some notes and thoughts from Pappy himself as well as a leaf or two.
My goal is to have it available by the end of the month and things seem to be heading that way. I'm also working on a system to do signed copies. I'll keep you posted as I figure stuff out.
Meanwhile, my monitor is on the fritz. I may have found a new one through craigslist, but comics won't be posted till such things are resolved---most likely late tonight.
At the moment I can't see the top half of the screen. Or should I say I can only see the bottom half of the screen. I try to remain optimistic about such things.
Saturday, January 19, 2008
Friday, January 18, 2008
Book news
Meet the Laugh-Out-Loud Cats
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Originally published in 1973, restoration efforts are currently underway. My goal is the end of the month. I'll be using Lulu to print it and trying to keep the price right around $20 with shipping.
I'll be selling a limited number of signed copies too for a bit more.
More info as I get closer to print.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #719
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #719
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
This line was submitted as a request and seems to fit pretty well.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #718
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #718
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Created for someone who tests slides for a living. Hopefully this kind.
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Wednesday, January 16, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #714
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #714
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
For Fuzzy. From Erica!
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #713
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #713
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
I've never seen Labyrinth*, but apparently it's pretty quotable. It was hard to narrow it down for this request.
*I should do something about that.
Astronauts
Astronauts
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
These didn't sell in the recent show in Miami, so maybe they will here.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #712
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #712
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
I'll try to respond to the mountain of comments on the comics over at flickr at some point today (including the name of Pip's bird pal. I like Timmo's idea, but the last name needs to be Yasgur for reasons I'll let you figure out).
I do read them all and I do thank you all.
Hippy Monkey
Hippy Monkey
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Here's the monkey I drew for a recent winner of the Neatorama.com caption monkey contest.
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #711
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #711
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
This might be the only comic posted for Wednesday, but hopefully not. I do have lots of envelopes to stuff though.
#36
Laugh Out Loud Cats stuff. I has some.
Originally uploaded by pablo_marx.
Pablo posted this photo. The other day Pablo was kind enough to tag several of the comics I posted. Thanks, Pablo! And Timmo, he did some too!
May I direct your attention to this photo?
The Tragic Death Of Spaceman, #1
Originally uploaded by Subspace.
There is nothing about this I don't like.
Sorry I haven't been keeping up with the outpouring of comments over on flickr. I do read them all and will try to respond soon. But first, a couple more comics.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #709
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #709
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Once in a while Kitteh springs for a hotel. It's not unheard of, if the song King of the Road is to be believed. And it is.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #706
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #706
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Someone requested a cow in their comic. And there it is!
Pappy in Hollywood
Hollywood Sign
Originally uploaded by MCHart.
Hear more about Pappy's life today on BoingBoingTV.
Fun fact: I used to live on the other side of the mountain from the Hollywood sign in beautiful downtown Burbank.
Greeting cards
greeting card, 2006
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
I've posted some of the greeting cards I drew for American Greetings last year. You can see them on flickr, here.
Monday, January 14, 2008
700
Where *did* you get that hat!
Originally uploaded by Spiralz.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #700 will be posted and sold on ebay at a later date.
This photo has nothing to do with anything other than the fact that it came up when I searched "700" in the flickr cc pool.
Sponge hat!
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #690
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #690
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
One of the recent fan club joiner persons wanted to see an Easter Island head in their comic. Can you spot it?
Flickr's being a bit loopy at the moment
I just posted a dozen or so comics to flickr, but it's not letting me post them here at the moment.
They'll be up later, hopefully. If you can't wait, go here: http://flickr.com/photos/apelad
Thank you.
Saturday, January 12, 2008
Pure Imagination
Flickr is down for the time being. I'll have some comics to post once it's back. Meanwhile, see above.
Friday, January 11, 2008
Thursday, January 10, 2008
ZicklePop has posted this to the group on flickr
Hobo Soup
shelf life 10 - hobo soup
Originally uploaded by martha m.
Angela has directed my attention to this link, which I was familiar with, but which certainly bears repeating.
I don't trust that camel.
Another still life by the ever-supportive Timmo
New Laugh Cats
Originally uploaded by Timmo Warner.
I wonder what happens if you rub that lamp?
Wednesday, January 09, 2008
Tuesday, January 08, 2008
Seven Things
Seven
Originally uploaded by Kevin.
As you may have seen in the comments, I have been tagged with the seven things thing. I don't usually do this, but here are seven things you don't know about me. Or maybe you do. Some of these I may have mentioned before.
1. I once took a lie detector test and successfully lied. It was nothing nefarious, but part of a university sponsored study where participants got $40 for taking the test.
2. I once got lost in the mountains of New Mexico with a couple of other Boy Scouts.
3. I went to the same high school as Jackson Pollock (technically speaking. He didn't live in Riverside (the town I grew up in) long, but while he was there the high school he attended eventually evolved into the one I went to, even though the campus had moved by then. But still.)
4. I don't have/want cable or satellite tv. Just rabbit ears.
5. My actual grandfather was an actual hobo for a Summer long ago. I think I've mentioned that here before, but it bears repeating.
6. My wife and I lived in Burbank for a little over a year right after we got married. We loved it there. She worked as a temp at a major movie studio and wandered around like she owned the place, often sneaking on to movie sets and meeting random celebrities. I worked as a temp for a medical management company in Canoga Park and loathe nearly everything about the health insurance industry as a result. Also, given the opportunity, I would happily return to California.
7. I have a friend from high school who still calls me on a regular basis from work and has for the past 10 years or so.
I have tagged seven other people with this thing, but will not mention who they are here even though I'm probably supposed to.
Monday, January 07, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #672
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #672
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Clyde was not gone for long, as correctly predicted here.
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #671
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #671
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Should I start noting when comics are based on someone's request? Perhaps I should. The order for this one came through with the note: "Pip in a sink? Want."
Seasick Steve - Hobo Low
Thank you, Jim, for bringing Seasick Steve to my attention. You can find more of his songs on youtube.
Also, to answer a question from the comments, yes, there will be days with more than one comic. Today just might be one of those days. There will be at least one for sure.
Saturday, January 05, 2008
Thursday, January 03, 2008
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #669
Laugh-Out-Loud Cats #669
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
There will be another comic tomorrow (Saturday) night. Maybe even a couple.
Whoa, horsey!
Once Again
Originally uploaded by elvissa.
The special free fan club membership offer has come to an end. Thank you to everyone who ordered. I'll be sending an email tonight to follow up on a couple things.
Meanwhile, I still have my parents to entertain, perhaps with a trip to Weeki Wachee. This photo should convince my dad the 80 mile drive is worth it.
Wednesday, January 02, 2008
We do feel lonely without you!
Vintage Postcard ~ Kitties
Originally uploaded by chicks57.
Spotted on flickr.
egrumble
an anonymous email
Originally uploaded by Ape Lad.
Offer extended for a bit thanks to an anonymous squeeky wheel. Who am I to say no to this sort of gumption?
(btw, it wasn't over when I received this email, but I love you anyway whoever you may be.)
Also, egrumble.com for all your anonymous email needs.
Free fan club memberships for a limited time today
a haz ma pakij!
Originally uploaded by slowburn♪.
For a limited time today (probably several hours at least), if you order a comic for $20, I'll throw in a free fan club membership. Order one for your friends or coworkers! Your mortal enemies! Your long lost love! Your dental hygenist! Something else!
The fan club membership includes:
Membership card: signed and numbered with your name on it (you can have up to three if you would like)
Signed limited edition postcard
Teh Leaflet issues 1 and 2, with future secret & exclusive online access to upcoming issues for all fan club members (details on that part are still in the works).
The secret!
Random surprises!
My heartfelt gratitude!
One final holiday note
I hope your holidays were wonderful, thank you all for keeping me busy and keeping the cats rambling.
Now get back to work. Does this count as work?
Another happy spokesmodel
kurtis ur doing it wrong shirt
Originally uploaded by periwinklejane.
He's probably blogging in this photo. Blogging about something awesome.
A couple of late holiday entries
Laugh Out Loud Cats Craft Project
Originally uploaded by clairmonde.
Ingredients listed with the photo. Print and save for next year!
Tuesday, January 01, 2008
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