Stina Persson

Sweden born illustrator Stina Persson is one of these persons who have seen more in their lives at the age of 19 than I have seen until today.

„At nineteen years of age she found herself in Japan, working at a Mexican restaurant while studying Japanese. From there, she went to Perugia, Italy, where she attended the Accademia to study Fine Art. After this, off to Florence for some additional fashion and language studies. […].“

Hhm. Well I’m impressed so far, but that's not it:

“[…] a two-year stint at Pratt Institute in Manhattan followed, with a major in illustration. While in New York, Stina also painted a number of large-scale portraits and held several one-woman shows.“

Then she moved back to Sweden, „where she built an impressive clientele including Elle, Gourmet, Damernas, RES, Silikon Magazine, DN, Åkesson & Curry and Magazine.“ Wow.

Currently she cooperates with Italian fashion label Fornarina. And her strange unique, and elegant style - based on ink, watercolor and gouache, as well as Mexican cut paper (used at ceremonies and festivals) - causes her client list to keep on growing.

These days, Stina again lives and works in New York City.

Find a list of books showing her work here.
And please visit her website here

Credit: stinapersson.com