Like the chicken versus the egg quandary of who came first, the same can be asked of the single panel cartoon – does the caption or the cartoon come first? Well, at least we can provide an answer to this one – in sorts. The caption comes first (for me), but for others, it’s the drawing that comes first. I recently read this post from Bob Mankoff, chief cartoon editor of the New Yorker, discussing this very topic called First things First (unless they’re second).
Ah, those crazy engineers and scientists are at it again and this time with the humble wet dog shake. The Secret of the wet dog shake will hopefully help our designers create more efficient products in the future. The study has found the dog to be one of the most efficient ‘designs’ in allowing for the removal of excess water. In just 4 seconds (and that’s all it takes when you happen to be standing next to a wet dog) for a dog to shake off 70% of water from a wet coat.
Yes, another bridesmaid cartoon from the 39th Piracicaba cartoon competition.
Haven’t had my 15 minutes of fame – yet – but quite like the idea of being able to make a suitable purchase in advance of the event. Also, if I could buy it in batches of say 2 minute lots, or take the 1 minute lucky dip, I could spread the joy of it over my lifetime.
Go on, your turn now to blow your trumpet. What’s your 15 minutes (or 1 minute portions) of fame?
