Funny life cartoons remind us that even the most ordinary moments can carry a punchline. Jeremy Nguyen has a knack for taking something Simple Shopping bags, office parties, or a subway Delay And twisting it into a clever gag that feels both sharp and oddly comforting. In this review, we look at 20 of his best works, each one finding humor in modern life without ever trying too hard.
About the Artist
Jeremy Nguyen is an illustrator and cartoonist whose work has appeared in The New Yorker and other major outlets. Known for his crisp black-and-white linework with the occasional splash of color, Nguyen leans on irony, satire, and sharp observations of everyday culture. His comics often spotlight themes like relationships, technology, and the quirks of city living. This ability to capture relatable moments in such a clean and witty style has earned him a loyal following and recognition as one of today’s most inventive humorists.
#1. The Plastic Wardrobe Problem
A clever take on shopping habits, this cartoon points out the irony of “eco-friendly” cloth bags while our clothes are basically spun from plastic. A neat jab at consumer culture.
#2. Eternal Rest Goals
The image of skeletons spooning in a grave manages to be morbid, funny, and weirdly romantic at once. It’s the kind of humor that sneaks up on you.
#3. Robot Elephants and Job Security
When even elephants fear being replaced by machines, you know technology has gone too far. A brilliant little satire on automation anxiety.
#4. CAPTCHA Class in Session
Robots trying to pass a Turing test by identifying boats is the perfect dig at the everyday frustration of “I am not a robot” tests.
#5. Career Day for Robots
Two toy robots casually deciding who they’ll replace when they grow up hits a little too close to home in the age of AI layoffs.
#6. AI Knows You, But Not Really
This comic nails the uncomfortable truth of recognition software: it can see you, but that doesn’t mean it values you.
#7. Steel Beam Social Hour
A party on a construction beam feels both absurd and familiar. Nguyen turns the famous “Lunch Atop a Skyscraper” photo into office humor.
#8. Tourist Scarecrows
When tourists blend into scarecrows, it’s a witty comment on overcrowding and the way we see travelers everywhere.
#9. Hug It Out, Train Dispatcher
A literal embrace of delayed trains gives physical form to the dreaded “held momentarily” announcement. Both silly and painfully real.
#10. Found Dog, But Make It Art
This cartoon riffs on the famous Keith Haring dog, dropped casually into an everyday pet-walking scene. It’s a wink to art lovers and dog owners alike.
#11. Humpty Dumpty’s Backup Plan
Nguyen’s take on the classic nursery rhyme has Humpty aiming for ramen instead of the ground. A fall never looked so delicious.
#12. Lovers in the Dirt
Another graveyard gag, but this one balances sweetness and morbidity with perfect comic timing.
#13. Double Trouble at the Yard Sale
When a dog and a human are both tempted by a sidewalk freebie, the punchline writes itself.
#14. The Waldo Dilemma
A cozy domestic scene turns instantly funny when Waldo himself can’t be found. A sharp spin on the classic children’s puzzle.
#15. Streaming Trust Issues
Every couple has that debate: “Did you watch ahead without me?” Nguyen captures it with dry accuracy.
#16. Bikini Top Locator Service
Trying to describe yourself in a sea of lookalikes is peak summer chaos. This one is both relatable and absurd.
#17. Picnic Chess, But Make It Cheese
A board game where every piece is cheese? It’s ridiculous, but also the kind of invention you wish existed.
#18. Inside Joke, Taken Literally
The phrase “inside joke” has never been so awkwardly — or hilariously — visualized.
#19. Lukewarm Picnic Delicacies
Every outdoor picnic devolves into the same offer: sun-baked snacks and tepid drinks. This cartoon nails it with painful accuracy.
#20. Robots With Existential Dread
Machines questioning the point of existence? That’s the punchline humanity didn’t know it needed.
Closing Thoughts
These funny life cartoons by Jeremy Nguyen highlight how wit can be found in the everyday — whether it’s crowded picnics, public transit delays, or the creeping unease of technology. His ability to make us laugh while reflecting on daily struggles is what makes his work stand out.
Credit: All comics are the work of Jeremy Nguyen. You can explore more of his art on The New Yorker’s cartoon section. His clean style and sharp humor deserve recognition and appreciation.
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