Reader Question #20: Art School

Jared M. from Baltimore, MD

Question:

After seeing all of your cartoons, I can’t help wondering, did you attend art school? Are there any showings of your pictures around the country? Why have I not seen your work before?

Answer:

I can understand your confusion. Many people who see my work wonder the same thing. For example, this is a picture of a crocodile wearing a space helmet.

Crocodiles in space

I know what you are thinking, and, yes, it is brilliant.

How is that helmet useful to the crocodile? you might ask. How does it deliver any oxygen to it’s lungs?

And will I tell you that, if you have to ask, you will never understand.

Incidentally, I do have a sister who studied art in school. Hi Audrey! Unfortunately, she can’t drop what she’s doing every time her big sister needs a picture that demonstrates the similarities between birds and dinosaurs (and this sort of thing happens a lot), because she is too busy making actual art.

So, I guess what I’m saying is that you’re stuck with me. And yes, I did just draw a picture of a crocodile wearing a top hat. Try not to get overly excited. It’s bad for your cardiovascular system.