In 2004, aged 17, I used an image from Nylon magazine in my visual journal. The page looked like this:

People asked me if I did it myself, often warranting the reply “HEEEELLLLLL NO! I WISH!!!” from me. I didn’t pay attention to the artist or the context, I just thought it was pretty. That’s kind of how I roll.
However, on closer inspection, I have come to discover the artist and all her wonders! I thought it was time to share a bit about her work with you lovely people.

Stina Persson is an illustrator based in Stockholm, Sweden. (note from blogger: all the coolest people work in/come from Stockholm) Her corporate clients include: Coca Cola, Absolut Vodka, Godiva Chocolatier, Sony Music, Blue Note Records, Atlantic Records, Macy’s Department Store, Bloomingdale’s, UNIQLO, American Eagle Outfitters, Volvo Japan, Björn Borg Clothing, DKNY, Face Boutique, Iben Høj Clothing, Target.

Watercolour:

Cut paper:

Edgy:

Photo Incorporated:

Acrylic & Ink:

I can’t tell you really why I like them so much, I think it’s the colours which appeal to me most and the simplistic silhouettes. I get such a sense of beauty, purity and elegance from these.

Just wanted to share these with you. Check out more and bigger versions (some can only be appreciated on a bigger scale, honestly) @ stinapersson.com

Tell me what you think! Do you know any more artists like this?