Trevor Dahl (b. 1995, Redding, CA) is a Salt Lake City, UT based artist and illustrator. Under the moniker “Good Happy Stuff”, Dahl creates imagery that serves as an honest rendering of his psyche, presenting a mythological narrative rich in archetypes. Guiding viewers with a tender vulnerability, Trevor’s work invites them to navigate their own imaginations, finding freedom to coexist with and accept the reality of their emotions. A growing cast of recurring characters and symbols unfold, which are simultaneously playful, visceral, contemplative, and absurd. The work conveys trust, bring a sense of nearness to the collective unconscious in the midst of the unknown.
Before his immersion into studio painting and public art, Dahl was in the field of graphic design for the better part of a decade. With his signature “cartoon surrealism” style, Good Happy Stuff loves to use commercial illustration to bring a playfulness and whimsy to brand voices, products, and experiences.
Trevor Dahl’s artistic odyssey is not merely an expression of self, but a shared exploration of the universal human experience that transcends medium and category - a visual journey that beckons viewers to find solace, acceptance, and revelation within the intricate tapestry of their own inner landscapes.
