Ohara Hale is a self taught: artist, illustrator, gig poster maker, children’s book author/illustrator, director, graphic designer, textile/print and fashion designer, comic/comic book/zine maker, art director, singer/songwriter and a multiinstrumental randomusician. Although born in Hollywood she spent her youth dodging tornados in Missouri, her formative years in LA, and now calls le golden Montreal her official hearthome.
Hale is prone to bouts of childlike laughter, as evident in her whimsical and colorful illustration style, but the comic nature of her work is decidedly clever, witty, and nuanced. Hale creates a perfect balance between the hilarity of her subject matter and an artist’s sophisticated craftsmanship, with a contemporary approach to design and illustration.
As a multi-instrumentalist with a passion for writing, she also spends her time singing, composing, performing, and touring. Her love of music and visual art dovetail in her extensive body of gig-poster, album, and t-shirt work. Check out some of our favorite illustrations from her portfolio…
DOGPHABET!
LOS ANGELES DOGS
ABBOT KINNEY DOGS
CHILLIN DOGS
MELTING DOG
BIRTHDAY CUPCAKE DOG
FRENCH BIRTHDAY HOT DOG
DOG BALANCING CAKE
DOGS WITH TV
PIANO POND DOG
STUNNING DOG
DOGMOBILE
CRAYDOGS
DOGZ
DOGS as THINGS by Ohara Hale
