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Brandon J. Carr

Locust Grove, VA

Brandon J. Carr is a gigglesmith and storyteller who writes, illustrates, and records Enlightened Nonsense, a weekly humor column about finding joy in everyday life. He is probably making a funny noise or liquid right now.

A work-in-progress look at the illustration from a previous column.

BONUS | Minor Holidays in June and How to Celebrate Them, Part One

Illustrations of each of the minor holidays discussed in the column.

Minor Holidays in June and How to Celebrate Them, Part One

Did you know June 4th is International Corgi Day? Or that June 8th is Name Your Poison Day? This guide to the obscure holidays of early June tells you everything you need to know, including proper attire and the correct way to greet people.

A work in progress view of the illustration for Nibbled by Dinosaurs.

BONUS | Nibbled by Dinosaurs

A majestic and terrifying budgie stands in the rain, screaming out in an homage to a scene in Jurassic Park.

Nibbled by Dinosaurs

A visit to a budgie aviary can be harrowing. Beware the theropods!

A work-in-progress example of how the featured art was created.

BONUS | Welcome to Enlightened Nonsense!

Creator Brandon J. Carr hurls thought balloons at the viewer.

Welcome to Enlightened Nonsense!

Brandon J. Carr introduces Enlightened Nonsense, his weekly illustrated humor column about finding joy and silliness in everyday life.

EnlightenBot is practicing enlightenment on a mountaintop and saying "ONE WEEK!"

One Week Until Launch!

The road to nonsense enlightenment beckons.