Out-of-Plumb.com

Out of Plumb Fan Page at Land Surveyor's United

2011-04-06T11:31:00.000-07:00

Hey Out-of-Plumb fans, there is a new way to connect with Out-of-Plumb. Join the fan club at Land Surveyors United.

Click here to check it out, start a discusion, share your favorite comic, or just interact.

As always, thanks for all the support you have shown me through the years and I will continue to try and give you the best content I can.

Waiting for Work

2011-03-28T08:07:00.000-07:00

Computer Screen(1): Survey work from construction
Computer Screen(2): Still waiting...

Poster Prints

2011-03-10T14:30:00.000-08:00

11x 17" Poster Prints of your favorite strips! Frame not included.

Product Information
Like a poster -- only smaller! Our high quality one page prints are printed on glossy, 12 point paper and measure 11" x 17".

Full bleed dynamic color
Glossy, 12 point paper

Uncontrollable Screaming

2011-02-15T13:25:00.000-08:00

Quotation(1): Warning! Uncontrollable screaming could mean low batteries...
Quotation(2): …or it could mean you are being chased by a bear.

Happy Holidays from Out of Plumb!

2010-12-15T08:00:00.001-08:00

Monopoly Dispute

2010-12-03T14:06:00.001-08:00

Quotation(1): One of your hotels is clearly encroaching onto this property.

Quotation(2): Boundary dispute at Vetnor Avenue and Atlantic.

The Plumb Arm

2010-10-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): From the people that brought you 'The Prism-Hat' comes the new, hands-free way to stake-out points.. 'The Plumb-Arm.'

Quotation(2): Call now and we'll throw in a free plumb bob calibrator.

Surveying Gothic

2010-09-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): -Surveying Gothic.

Bearing Versus Azimuth

2010-08-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): -Bearing vs. Azimuth
Quotation(2): -The epic surveying battle.

Beautiful Brick: Official Music Video. Watch it Now!

2010-07-27T11:55:00.001-07:00

This was probably the most interesting way I have ever spent a Saturday: running laps on a unicycle while playing the guitar and singing. The end result is just as I had envisioned it. Share it with your friends, and let me know what you think about it!

Acme GPS

2010-06-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): -What would have happened if Acme had made high-end GPS with centimeter accuracy.

"One Dream" My preperation for my first music video.

2010-05-13T13:23:00.000-07:00

Will be another month before I have a new cartoon posted. Please enjoy this video of me riding a unicycle and playing the guitar until then.

Don't Move

2010-04-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): -KKRRRK- Okay, now don't move! -KKRRRK-

Chase's new album now on iTunes

2010-03-23T14:35:00.000-07:00

Thanks for all the support for my humble little monthly cartoon for the surveying industry. I enjoy making these each month, and have had nothing but support from the surveying community.

To let you in on my life and endeavors, on the other side of the creative spectrum I am a singer/songwriter and just recently finished recording and publishing my own independent album.

It is now available on iTunes, and I encourage you to check it out. Just click on the image above and it will take you to iTunes where you can sample and purchase the tracks.

To see my music site, click here

Rhino Repellent

2010-03-22T09:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): It was at this moment that Harold realized the crew had not been pulling his leg about wearing extra "Rhino Repellent."

Surveyor's Duct Tape

2010-02-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation(1): "Uh Oh."
Quotation(2): "Roll Flagging: Also known as surveyor's duct tape."

Early American Surveyors

2010-01-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation(1): "Hey Paul, d'ya mind moving big guy? I can't get fixed."
Quotation(2): "The troubles facing early American surveyors."
Quotation(3): "Ed. Note: The artist is aware that GPS technology did not exist at this time. However, he would also like to point out that neither did giants."

Happy Holidays Everyone!

2009-12-10T11:22:00.000-08:00

Base Acquisition

2009-11-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation(1): "Base Acquisition"

Chase's new cd

2009-10-20T10:59:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): "Did you know that in addition to drawing this cartoon, I also have a new cd for sale online?"

Quotation(2): "Really? I didn't know that. You should tell people about it."

Quotation(3): "Well... that's kind of what I'm doing right now."

Check out Chase's music today at www.chaseperryman.com. Like what you hear? Buy a cd or sign up for his email newsletter.

Hit by a Crane

2009-10-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): "Alright, now be very still!"

12 Month Calendar

2009-10-06T17:51:00.000-07:00

8.5 x 11 " Out-of-Plumb Wall Calendar

Don't know what to get the boss for his birthday? Get him an Out-of-Plumb.com calendar, with a different cartoon for each month of the year. Makes a great gift for the surveying professional.

Product Information
Keeping track of important dates on your calendar is easy when you can view 12 months of inspiring images that reflect your personal interests. Our high-quality calendar is printed on thick 100lb cover weight paper and adds impact to any room.

Each page measures 11" x 8.5"
Measures 11" x 17" when hung on wall
Full bleed dynamic color
100 lb cover weight high gloss paper, wire-o bound
January 2010 - December 2010, 2011 preview, US holidays marked

One Panel Calendar

2009-10-06T17:50:00.001-07:00

Out-of-Plumb One Panel Calendar

Can't afford the twelve month calendar? Try this inexpensive one panel calendar.

Product Information
Don't miss an important date ever again! Our high quality one page wall calendars are printed on glossy, 12 point paper and measure 11" x 17".

Full bleed dynamic color
Glossy, 12 point paper

Take Our Picture

2009-09-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): "Can you take our picture?"

What did the Bob say to the Reel?

2009-08-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation(1): "The wife says all I do at work is 'hang out' all day."
Quotation(2): "She has a point."

Spying on the Neighbors

2009-07-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation: "Stop using that thing to spy on the neighbors!"

A good way to miss your flight

2009-06-15T08:00:00.002-07:00

Quotation: "Don't open it like that! The Gun will fall out!
Subtext: Gun: an instrument used to measure distances. Also known as a total station, or as 'a good way to miss your flight.'

'Floating with GPS' T-Shirt

2009-06-05T11:35:00.000-07:00

'Floating with GPS' Dark T-Shirt

'Floating with GPS' inspired by Out-of-Plumb fan 'Paul MN.' The double en tendre 'floating' references floating in space, as well as the 'floating' message surveyors get when they can't get 'fixed' on satellites.

$24.99

Size: Size Chart

Color:

Availability: In Stock.

Product Number: 030-391454701

Tell a friend about this product!

Product Information

Fit: Standard

Not too tight, not too loose.

Fabric Thickness:

Look cool without breaking the bank. Our durable, high-quality, pre-shrunk 100% cotton t-shirt is what to wear when you want to go comfortably casual. Preshrunk, durable and guaranteed.

5.6 oz. 100% cotton
Standard fit

* I have chosen to only offer this design in one color.

Two Job 8x 4 Field Book

2009-05-25T12:10:00.000-07:00

Two Job 8 x 4 Field Book

Description: You've heard of a 'One Job' field book, Out-of-Plumb asks why not a 'Two Job' field book? Use this wire bound 32 page field book, with 8 x 4 level grid to take notes on in the field. Featured on the back is the "A little to the Left" comic from October of 2008.

$7.00

Availability: In Stock.

Product Number: 030-249676756

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Product Details:

· Paperback: 32 pages
· Binding: Wire-O
· Published: June 2009
· Product Number: 030-249676756

'First B.D.M.' Mouse Pad

2009-05-24T13:28:00.000-07:00

One caveman releases a pterodactyl from a Flintstone-style total station. The pterodactyl then flies to the second caveman to retrieve a nice piece of meat off the top of his stick. It then flies back to the first caveman and thus was born (without any emperical scientific evidence mind you) the first B.D.M. (bird distance measurment).

Product Information
Keep your mouse rolling in style on our durable cloth top mousepad. A great gift for geeks, gamers, or anyone with a computer. Rubber backing prevents the mousepad from sliding. Machine washable.

New T-shirt?

2009-05-22T12:10:00.000-07:00

I was thinking of isolating the character from 'Surveying on Mars' (the one to the right with the GPS unit) and putting him on the front of a t-shirt. By himself, however, what could he say? Please post your thoughts.

Updated!

Thanks to Paul MN, we now have a new shirt! Check it out.

'Fully' Robotic

2009-05-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Subtext: The first 'fully' robotic total station.

Welcome to the New Site!

2009-05-12T23:59:00.000-07:00

Thanks so much for everyone's support in continuing the Out-of-Plumb comic strip. I've been drawing them now going on two years.

I designed this new site as kind of insight into the creation of the comic, I'm letting you see my sketch pad so to speak.

One of the newest features I am excited about is the ability to comment, so if you guys like a cartoon (or don't for that matter) let me know.

Like the new site? Miss the old one? First time here? Post a comment!

Like what I do? Contribute!

2009-05-12T11:44:00.000-07:00

I've only been involved in the surveying industry for about 5 years, and never in the surveying capacity; so your ideas and stories really help me continue to create a new comic strip every month. I'm also look for ideas for t-shirts and other Out-of-Plumb-related merchandise. I plan to re-vamp the store soon, so it is a good time to give me some fresh ideas for some fun products.

Please post your ideas below as a comment. This way I have a log of all submitted ideas. Others may see your thoughts and want to elaborate on a similar experience. Also, if I use your idea I would like to credit you so please submit your name with your idea. If you just want a share a story, you can always post anonymously though; I have no qualms with that.

Thanks in advance, can't wait to see your submissions!

The Out-of-Plumb store

2009-05-12T11:42:00.000-07:00

I have an online store hosted via Cafepress.com. It doesn't have much right now, a few t-shirts a cool coffee mug, etc but I will be adding new products in the coming months. Have an idea for some products in my store? Post them below.

Go to my store>>

Surveying on Mars

2009-04-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation: "Does this mean we have to go back?"
Subtext: The plus side to using GPS equipment on Mars: no canopy. The down side: no satellites.

Month off

2009-03-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Bluetooth

2009-02-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation: "You see... in order for it to work, we both need Bluetooth!"
Special Thanks: Harold Dendy, PE, PS

Precision Caddy

2009-01-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation: "Alright, exactly how far is that?"
Subtext: In order to make more money in this economic crisis, mike added 'Precision Caddying' to his list of services.

Happy Holidays!

2008-12-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Sign: "North Pole: Removal of this survey marker results in permanent placement on the naughty list."
Subtext: Happy Holidays from Out-of-Plumb.com

You dropped this

2008-11-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation (1): "You dropped this."
Quotation (2): "Seriously?"

That's a robot?

2008-10-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation (1): "So, it can't walk... then why call it a robot?"
Quotation (2): "Well, it shoots lasers. That's cool, right?"

A little to the left

2008-09-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation: "Now... a little to the left."

Keep digging

2008-08-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation: "Just calm down... this has to be it! So, keep digging!"
Subtext: Finding the boundaries at Fort Blamo.
Special Thanks: David King, PLS

Property Line

2008-07-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation (1): "I'm sorry Ma'am. Looks like the property line runs right through your house."
Quotation (2): "No it doesn't! It runs underneath my house."
Special Thanks: Richard Harrington

Surveying in Hell

2008-06-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation: "Ugh... still can't get it."
Subtext: No shot in hell.

Forgot the batteries

2008-05-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation: "I thought you were supposed to get the batteries."
Sign: Middle of Nowhere: 40 Miles.
Special Thanks: David King, PLS

The 'Unipod'

2008-04-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Subtext: Unipod... the unsuccessful predessor of the tripod.

Comin at ya'

2008-03-15T08:00:00.001-07:00

Prism Hat

2008-02-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation: "Look... two free hands!"
Subtext: The latest surveying innovation: the prism hat.

If it was a snake

2008-01-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation: "How do I look?"
Subtext: Inspired by the phrase 'if it was a snake it would have bit me', Steve and Sam's plan had been quickly set into motion.

Early Thaw

2007-12-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation: "We have to finish this before spring!"
Subtext: Snowmen Surveying

Clothing Optional

2007-11-15T08:00:00.000-08:00

Quotation: "Over here!"
Sign: Seaside Beach. Clothing Optional.

Hold it right there

2007-10-15T08:00:00.000-07:00

Quotation: "Perfect! Now hold it right there."