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Some artists take hundreds of pages to tell a story, but Ivan Ehlers nails it with just one frame—and every time, it hits hard. His comics are clever, surreal, and full of unexpected twists that make you want to share them with everyone.

Plus, he’s now working on children’s books—stay tuned for even more creativity from this talented artist!

Scroll down to explore a world where nothing is quite what it seems—and that’s exactly what makes it so funny.

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Black and white one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a dentist and patient with a humorous caption about flossing.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing two men discussing a humorous bucket list in winter clothing.

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    Elephant in a hat drinking alone at a bar, featured in hilariously unexpected one-panel comics by Ivan Ehlers.

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    Two women using phones in a one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers featuring unexpected social media humor.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers shows two men in suits discussing family differences with dark humor.

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    I've never understood the word "mustache". If you break it into halves it spells "must ache" - but it doesn't...

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    Two women reading Project 2025 books in a humorous one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers with a surprising twist.

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    They absolutely did show us who they were before the election. Now people are surprised??

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    Couple walking with a comet streaking over a city skyline in a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing concertgoers recording shaky videos they’ll never watch or share.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing people at an outdoor movie with a humorous twist on watching conditions.

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    Two women sitting and talking in a one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers with a humorous caption about targeted ads.

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    Premium     5 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Really - I'm more than just someone who buys purses and shoes - I swear!

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    Two crows sitting at a table with wine, featured in hilariously unexpected one-panel comics by Ivan Ehlers.

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    Cartoon of two people at a bar on their phones with a witty caption, a one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a cat in boots and whip riding a dog wearing a harness and gag.

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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    So we're not allowed to read words like knób, but we're allowed to see pictures of a cat and a dog doing S&M? Oh BP...

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a family reading a will with a humorous ventriloquism twist.

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    Two alligator characters in a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing comfort and sadness.

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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not about belief.We were warned never to smile at one in the 1950s.

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    Two men with beards having a conversation in a comic style, part of hilariously unexpected one-panel comics by Ivan Ehlers.

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    He meant it, it wasn't a joke, and the only one who was owned was him.

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    Two tennis players on court in a comic style, showcasing hilariously unexpected one-panel comics by Ivan Ehlers.

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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Hard to do when it's Fidelity Mutual Savings & Loan of Chattanooga Tennessee.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers shows Frankenstein asking to be called Monster at a formal party scene.

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    Couple sitting on a couch discussing future plans in a humorous one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers with unexpected twist.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a police lineup with a butterfly as the suspect in a humorous scene.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a woman with snake hair and another woman wanting to touch it.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a man scolding an invisible person dressed in lingerie and boots.

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    Cartoon shows archaeologists uncovering dinosaur skeletons playing cards at a book signing, a humorous one-panel comic.

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    Woman with muscular arms looking shocked at phone in a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers shows a teacher job interview with a humorous twist on combat experience.

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    Hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a man thoughtfully interacting with a cat.

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    Group of people at dinner table in a one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers with unexpected humorous dialogue.

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    5 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "And thank you for removing the context and characterisation, so that the story became glib and unconvincing"

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a humorous talent show ticket sale with unexpected extra charges.

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    Black and white one-panel comic showing four men in suits discussing cartoonishly inept movie villains, comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    "In the meantime, those cheques from the 'Movie Villains Trade Union' will keep the wolf from the door".

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing two people reacting to Facebook being down with humor.

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    Two people holding drinks chat near a bookshelf in a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    Two dogs standing on a pool table in a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing two people watching breaking news on TV with a surprising caption.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers shows a vampire taking a power nap inside an open coffin.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a jester handing flyers for a comedy show after a beheading.

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    Black and white one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a crowded scene with soccer fans and humorous commentary on soccer's popularity.

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    Two men in football jerseys sharing a humorous conversation in a one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    Three men in robes standing under a star in a desert, featuring a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic gag.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a couple with laptops and suitcases, humorously referencing the Bing chatbot.

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    Two women with wine glasses in a messy room, a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a woman leaving a man for a living dirty martini holding her hand.

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    Black and white one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a man serving snacks to a woman on a couch.

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    Hilariously unexpected one-panel comic showing two businessmen joined together, illustrating a funny merger situation.

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    Black and white one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a couple at a table with an enormous pile of hot dogs, highlighting unexpected humor.

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    3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    "... and your profile didn't mention that you're basically a total w**s"

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    Two runners in a one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers, humorously illustrating runner's high with creative surprise.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a man in stocks with an executioner, humorously highlighting unexpected situations.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a patient claiming to be Frankenstein's monster on the therapist's couch.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers featuring dinosaurs humorously considering eating small creatures.

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    4 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    When herbivores get a sore throat, they have to go to the Throat, Throat, and Throat doctor.

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    Three people discussing Kanye West's outfit in a hilariously unexpected one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers.

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    Crowd protesting and holding signs in a one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers featuring an unexpected surprise element.

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    3 days ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    It's not generally known , but the President considers himself an expert at karaoke

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing two cavemen on a small island discussing an editorial process.

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    One-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a lemonade stand with unexpected high fees surprising the customer.

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    Black and white one-panel comic by Ivan Ehlers showing a man advising a young person about careers in the cannabis industry.

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