Otter Be Happy Studio is an art studio based in Indian Lake Ohio. We are know for producing unique, whimsical, vertical cartoon illustrated works of art. We also produce and Illustrate kids books, comics.

Our Story

I have been a cartoonist and an illustrator since I could hold a pencil. After graduating from the
Columbus College in Art and Design in Columbus Ohio I worked as a freelance artist, graphic designer, Cartoonist, forklift driver and plenty of odd jobs. 

In 2009 I decided to turn illustrators into colorful, whimsical pieces of art and participate in art shows. Over theYears my style has evolved and now I participate in art shows across the US. I continue to work as a freelance artist and also produce a comic strip with Universal Press Syndicates GoComics.com.  I also now illustrate children’s books and graphic novels as well. 

My ultimate goal when creating any illustration is to make artwork that makes you smile.

2009

On a whim we attempted to make a collection of pieces to attend the Fish and Shrimp Festival in Urbana, Ohio with some art. Some years later In 2011 we attended our first full art show With a hand made fabric walls folding tables, lots of wild wall art, and a rickety pop up tent.

This is the Delaware art Show doing much better and improving our set up.

After 3 years of giving it our best, we had a few rocky shows and lost our steam, so we packed it up, filled the attic with artwork and forgot about art shows for 9 years.

2020

In 2019 my wife began mentioning art shows and urging me to start producing artwork again. Skeptically I slowly moved forward but it was a difficult road, as we slowly developed a new style and presentation for the artwork.

We’re excited to attend art shows and share colorful and fun artwork with loads of wonderful people.

Contact us at: andrewpaavola@gmail.com

you can follow our art show schedule and updates on our Instagram and Facebook pages.