Handsome Squidward Brought to Life with Realistic Face Paint. Posted: June 4, 2025 | Last updated: June 14, 2025. From Bikini Bottom to uncanny valley!

Portland-based artist Mike Bennett, who rose to popularity with his brand of wooden cartoon cutouts during the pandemic, has agreed to speak at the 13th annual TEDxPortland.

For those who might be confused, Handsome Squidward is a meme from the cartoon Spongebob Squarepants. However, the 30-year-old's apology on Instagram is arguably funnier than the actual accidental ...