"I hate to be the bearer of bad news but you can’t learn cartooning, and it can’t be taught." With this cheeky assertion, Oslo Davis kicks off his illustrated book on the art of drawing gag cartoons. 

In Drawing Funny, Davis humorously dissects why some cartoons fall flat and generously offers insights gleaned from over two decades of creating cartoons for newspapers and magazines worldwide. He doesn’t hold back in pointing out common pitfalls that hinder humour in cartoons, while providing advice—albeit tongue-in-cheek—that aspiring cartoonists might find surprisingly useful.

This book is a rare gem—a whimsical how-to guide tailored for those who may never pick up a pencil to draw a cartoon but delight in deciphering the wit behind each New Yorker cartoon. Davis's own illustrations, carefully selected from his extensive portfolio, serve as both examples and inspiration throughout the book, ensuring a blend of amusement and enlightenment for readers curious about the elusive art of drawing funny.