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Friday, July 25, 2025

“Uh-oh, Lenny … it’s the slimelord.”
THE PASS / CUT ’EM OFF
1. First, rough in the skeletal structure. / 2. Next, add the major organs. (Note that the brain is kept small, which ensures that your cartoon character will always get into zany situations.) / 3. Then, add muscles and fat. In this country, fat is usually heaped on in generous amounts, which is why American cartoons are generally not as healthy as foreign ones. / 4. Finally, drape on the skin and clothes (both of your choice) and … There’s your cartoon!* / *Remember, when erasing, be sure to remove all layers.
How to draw cartoons
“By Jove, Andrew! … It’s just like being the heroes of some football game!”
Jurassic parking

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