Loose Parts Comics by artist Dave Blazek are a masterclass in one-panel absurdity. In this comic review, we’re diving into 10 of the sharpest, silliest, and most side-splitting pieces from Blazek’s acclaimed collection. Known for his clever premises, ironic twists, and pitch-perfect punchlines, Blazek turns ordinary situations into laugh-out-loud masterpieces — and these comics prove exactly why he’s in a league of his own.
Artist Bio
Dave Blazek is the mind behind Loose Parts, a syndicated single-panel comic that’s been making readers do double takes since its launch in 2000. Before jumping into the cartooning world full-time, Blazek worked in advertising and comedy writing, sharpening the exact wit that now defines his panels. His work has won multiple accolades, including the National Cartoonists Society’s prestigious Reuben Award for Best Newspaper Panel. Blazek’s humor is often cerebral, pun-driven, and observational — rooted in real-life absurdities but delivered with a surreal twist.
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1. Mind Reader Fail
Titled Occupational Hazards of Being a Mentalist, this comic is domestic life meets ESP. A husband claims he can’t read minds — only to realize his wife’s icy glare is louder than telepathy. It’s a perfect example of Blazek’s style: a twist on a trope, served up with deadpan delivery and eye-rolling realism. You’ve probably lived this moment — just without the comic timing.
2. Sink Side Squeez
Ever tried to share one sink in a bathroom with your partner? This panel brings that struggle to life — literally. The couple is hilariously stacked on top of each other, brushing in tandem. “Next time I’ll get double sinks” is a punchline every cohabitating adult can appreciate. Blazek takes everyday inconveniences and pushes them just far enough to be absurd — but totally relatable.
3. Tusk vs. Tactics
In a “Deleted Scene” from some heroic historical fiction, soldiers wield massive tusks instead of swords. One remarks, “Maybe we should try muskets.” The comic brilliantly skewers outdated ideas and the misapplication of metaphorical “big ideas.” It’s one of those “so stupid it’s smart” moments that Loose Parts nails so well — a reminder that not all grand ideas are good ones.
4. The Haves & The Have Knots
This strip splits society into two: the wealthy, with cocktails and cash — and the less fortunate, holding literal ropes with knots. The pun is obvious, but the execution is brilliant. Blazek’s use of wordplay to highlight class dynamics makes this one of his sharper social commentaries, all without breaking from his clean, uncluttered format. It’s clever, biting, and all too real.
5. Garage of the Afterlife
Heaven isn’t all clouds and harps — at least not for Ted. In this comic, his version of paradise looks suspiciously like his messy garage. It’s a hilarious jab at expectations vs. reality, delivered with subtle visual irony. The scene is so ordinary it’s divine — literally. Blazek loves flipping conventions, and this comic is a reminder that the afterlife might look a lot like suburban purgatory.
6. Jingle Bells Goes to Court
In the “Jingle Bells Trial,” a horse named Mr. Bobtail is cross-examined about a sleigh ride incident involving Miss Bright. It’s ridiculous, it’s brilliant, and it pokes fun at the logic we often overlook in beloved traditions. Blazek reimagines lyrics as legal cases — and honestly, the world needs more cartoons that put holiday songs on trial.
7. Bread of the Month… Delivered Differently
What happens when your monthly bread subscription isn’t quite tech-savvy? You get slices stuffed under your door like mail! This visual gag turns the idea of quirky modern services on its head. Blazek perfectly captures the deadpan confusion of the woman receiving the delivery. It’s wonderfully dumb — and completely believable in today’s subscription-obsessed world.
8. Been Pillaged Before
Medieval marauders approach a castle with two doors: one labeled “Deliveries” and the other “Pillaging.” One warrior comments, “I’m going out on a limb and saying they’ve been through this before.” The scene is absurd, but so plausible in a cartoon universe. It’s that quiet, well-timed humor that makes this one such a standout in Blazek’s collection.
9. Post-Feast Fire Hazar
A man offers to clean the kitchen after a feast — with a fire extinguisher. It’s a perfect exaggeration of culinary disasters. We all know someone who means well but turns cleanup into catastrophe. Blazek plays off gender roles and kitchen chaos with a wink and a wince, landing the joke right where it counts — in the awkward gap between gratitude and panic.
10. The Hatchmarked Uprising
In a bizarre but brilliant twist, comic characters with crosshatching revolt against those without. It’s meta-humor at its finest. Blazek pokes fun at illustration techniques and the strange world of comic logic, creating a scene that’s both inside-joke clever and universally funny. It’s a love letter to cartooning itself — and a reminder that even drawn characters can hold a grudge.
Final Thoughts
Loose Parts Comics by artist Dave Blazek are a masterclass in cleverness. Each panel delivers a perfectly packaged joke — no setup required. With his signature dry wit and minimalist drawing style, Blazek manages to make the ridiculous feel totally relatable. From domestic life to pop culture to visual puns, he skewers it all in a single frame. For more offbeat laughs and unexpected insights, check out TheHumorSide.com, where comic genius like this gets the spotlight, it deserves.
