Rob Dorn is a digital comic artist and writer based in the U.S., best known for his daily comic strip BobFred, which chronicles the hilariously relatable lives of two dogs and two cats living together. Originally launched in 2019 as a semi-autobiographical project, BobFred began as a behind-the-scenes look at Rob's real-life pets and quickly evolved into a full-fledged comic with a devoted following.
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A lifelong storyteller and illustrator, Rob’s earliest influences include Charles M. Schulz, Maurice Sendak, W.W. Denslow, Edward Gorey, and R. Crumb. His childhood in Illinois was steeped in creativity, thanks in part to his father's printing business, which gave him ready access to paper and a deep love for drawing.
Beyond comics, Rob is a dedicated content creator and illustrator who blends heart, humor, and a touch of existential whimsy into everything he makes. Whether he’s walking his two dogs, Gus and Milo, or working on his next panel, Rob’s work always returns to one central theme: the magic of everyday life.
"I was fortunate to have a Father who owned a printing company. Every week he brought home a ream of paper that I quickly filled with my pencil and crayon drawings. I was inspired by the works of Walt Disney, Charles Schultz, W.W. Denslow and R. Crumb.
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Early jobs in my career were at several Art Departments and firms that gave me the opportunity to learn and fine tuning my Graphic Design abilities.
More recently, lightning struck as I began working digitally and carrying around a digital tablet and pencil, I realized not only that I had a portable art studio but with the power of Illustration, Graphic Design and Storytelling, I could be a one stop shop, filling the roles of writer, illustrator, character designer, set and costume designer. I find it so rewarding and empowering to be able to create a world I delight in, one I can proudly share with others."