This New Yorker Magazine Cartoonist Creates Clever One-Panel Comics (30 New Pics)

Renowned for his work in The New Yorker and his beloved Bliss series,Harry Blisspossesses a remarkable gift for transforming everyday moments into something truly special. With his distinctive style and sharp wit, he has touched the hearts of millions worldwide.Unlike many cartoonists who focus on current events, Harry is drawn to the timeless—the quiet, familiar scenes that evoke warmth and nostalgia. For him, drawing is more than a profession; it is a sanctuary, a meditative practice that brings him solace while bringing laughter to others.Whether capturing the unwavering devotion of a dog, the tranquility of a landscape, or the humor in life’s small absurdities, his art gently reminds us to pause, smile, and savor life’s simple joys.More info:Instagram|store.harrybliss.comThis post may includeaffiliate links.RELATED:Continue reading with Bored Panda PremiumUnlimited contentAd-free browsingDark modeSubscribe nowAlready a subscriber?Sign InSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaSee Also on Bored PandaModal closeAdd New ImageModal closeAdd Your Photo To This ListPlease use high-res photos without watermarksOoops! Your image is too large, maximum file size is 8 MB.Not your original work?Add sourcePublish

Unlike many cartoonists who focus on current events, Harry is drawn to the timeless—the quiet, familiar scenes that evoke warmth and nostalgia. For him, drawing is more than a profession; it is a sanctuary, a meditative practice that brings him solace while bringing laughter to others.

Whether capturing the unwavering devotion of a dog, the tranquility of a landscape, or the humor in life’s small absurdities, his art gently reminds us to pause, smile, and savor life’s simple joys.

More info:Instagram|store.harrybliss.com

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A humorous one-panel comic by Harry Bliss featuring a woman reading on a couch with dogs, pondering bathroom use.

A dog in a chef’s outfit holds a platter, begging at a dinner table, illustrating a humorous one-panel comic by Harry Bliss.

Man with dog in a one-panel comic by Harry Bliss, celebrating New Year in a cozy setting.

Two cats looking at a tall cat tree, with one saying, “Someday, son, all this will be yours.” Comic by Harry Bliss.

Two cats lounging on a sofa having a humorous conversation. One-panel comic by Harry Bliss.

Caveman and cavewoman humorously depicted as the real Adam and Eve in Harry Bliss comic.

Dog and person by iced creek in one-panel comic by Harry Bliss, discussing the creek’s silence.

Person instructing dog to hide under bed in comic by Harry Bliss.

A one-panel comic by Harry Bliss shows a person walking a dog through a scenic landscape.

Dog and cat in bed, dog smoking, humorous one-panel comic by Harry Bliss.

Mouse playing golf in sandbox while a cat peeks around the corner in a Harry Bliss one-panel comic.

Two people in a park, conversing while walking their dogs, illustrated in Harry Bliss comic.

Grim Reaper browsing a hardware store, holding a paint roller, near a “Scythes 1/2 Off” sign.

A humorous one-panel comic by Harry Bliss featuring a conversation between a sitting person and a dog.

Elderly couple in a living room with ice cream truck outside, in a comic by Harry Bliss.

Casual psychotherapy session with relaxed therapist and client, illustrating a humorous one-panel comic by Harry Bliss.

Cat and dog in Harry Bliss comic, cat pondering yarn ball, comic strip humor.

Bear approaches sitting girl in new one-panel comic by Harry Bliss, with text “R is for Rachel who scraped her knee."

Man walking in snowy woods, woman warns of drama-attracting bears, Harry Bliss comic.

A Harry Bliss one-panel comic showing a couple with a dog and a cat near a Christmas tree.

Dog in a tuxedo at dining table, holding a wine glass, surrounded by people, illustrating a one-panel comic by Harry Bliss.

Man and dog communicating on cliff via string, a one-panel comic by Harry Bliss.

Office cartoon by Harry Bliss featuring a man questioning a dog about spending on tennis balls.

Comic by Harry Bliss shows a police officer explaining an accident scene to a couple with a dog.

A giant, joyful dog walking a man carrying a sack, drawn by Harry Bliss in a one-panel comic.

Man suggests dog chew Tolstoy book instead of Nabokov, humorous one-panel comic by Harry Bliss.

Comic by Harry Bliss depicting Charlie Brown’s intervention with friends inside the house.

A one-panel comic by Harry Bliss shows a man reading “A Clockwork Orange” to a child in bed.

One-panel comic by Harry Bliss showing a woman on a bench and a disheveled man with a club near an emergency room door.

Man walking with dog in snowy forest, humorously noting the absence of people. Comic by Harry Bliss.

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Man pondering beside a parked car with a flat tire, illustrating Harry Bliss’s comic humor.

Two dogs chatting about tennis balls in a comic by Harry Bliss.