More than just an ordinary brand.
Just two people, a cat and a dog creating things that make everyday life a little more fun.
Welcome to Yahya Studio, an independent creative studio and lifestyle brand from Offenbach founded by Johanna Schwarzer and Timo Reichwein in 2023. Together with our mental health managers Kami (cat) and Ludwig (dog), we create products that combine illustration, aesthetics, humor and thoughtful design.
Everything starts with an idea, becomes an illustration, and eventually finds its way into your everyday routine by using everday products as a canvas of Johanna’s art and creating a voice for your emotions and feelings, without saying a word.
OMG - you're supporting a small business.
You may not know this, but we’re a small, independent brand. From stickers and products to packaging and shipping labels, we handle everything ourselves. Every order is packed, stored, and shipped by us from Offenbach, allowing us to maintain high quality standards and make every order personal. We’re fully hands-on and involved in every step of the process - because we are the process.
So, in fact, every order supports a small team doing what we genuinely love. No huge warehouse. No anonymous corporation, dropshipping or whatever. Just two humans and their two pets, juggling ten different jobs at once, keeping the chaos somewhat under control, running a brand, and creating products we hope make your day a little brighter.
Thank you for helping us keep doing what we love, and thank you for supporting our small business, and, quite literally, for paying our rent.
Every illustration starts with Johanna.
The heart of Yahya Studio is Johannas artistic work as an illustrator. Every design, character and idea is created by our co-founder. Her illustrations are playful, honest, emotional and sometimes a little cheeky.
But why put her type and concept of illustrations on products? Easy, because a glass becomes a conversation starter. A tote bag becomes a little piece of personality. A print becomes something that makes your home feel more like you. A cup tells everyone the truth in the morning, when you're not even ready to talk.
Her uniquely honest and sassy style of art and illustration blends perfectly into everyday life.
We're not trying to reinvent everyday objects.
Some people collect art and hang it on walls. We prefer putting it on drinking glasses, prints, clothing, and everyday objects you actually use.
We believe the things surrounding you should make you smile every now and then. That's why every product is designed to be beautiful, made to last, and created with just the right amount of attitude to accompany your daily life:
from your first coffee in the morning to the last glass of water before bed.
Our products often say the things you sometimes can't. Some are sweet. Some are sarcastic. Some are sassy. But every one of them is brutally honest.
Because ordinary objects don't have to be ordinary.
We focus on thoughtful aesthetics, exceptional craftsmanship, and designs that feel as good as they look.
Every design brings together honest words and thoughtful design, because great design should make life a little more beautiful and a little more fun.
