Karl Persson (27) is one of the most skilled artists I know. Whether you find his images beautiful, disturbing or grotesque, Karl's strikingly realistic oil paintings have always demanded more attention than a quick glance. I have known Karl since 2003 when I lived with him in a huge chaotic warehouse. Out of all of the occupants, I instantly clicked with Karl and we have been close friends ever since (even though we have challenged, annoyed and even angered each other at times…. But that's friendship). I have enjoyed watching Karl's skill as a painter grow over the years and have especially enjoyed watching people react to his work. Even those who hate Karl's work have found it impossible to deny that he is a brilliant painter (verging on genius).

Karl was one of the first featured artists on our old site 'Underground Australian art Collective' (founded in 2003), and over the years I have received countless email inquiries and feedback regarding his paintings (more so than my own art… Sob, sob).

I am happy to announce that Karl Persson has just launched his own website, showcasing his portfolio for the world to behold. Prints, posters and originals will be available from Karl's site in the near future as will news regarding future exhibitions, etc. (i'll also be posting news about Karl's upcoming exhibitions here, on our own art news blog so stay tuned).

Karl was also published in Metamorphosis  

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This entry was posted on Saturday, May 12th, 2007 at 6:42 am by Jon Beinart
Categories: Metamorphosis, Paintings.
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