Karl R Lilliendahl

Bærums Verk, Bærums Verk, Norway

About Karl R Lilliendahl

My story From early age I was always facinated by photography. Being with my uncle, a local news photographer in my old hometown in Iceland, in his darkroom watching him turn a white paper into black and white photograph was amazing experience for me. In my early 20´s I was presented to my mentor, a legendary photographer, Pall Reynisson, who tought me the craft. Even though I´ve turned to digital technique the method is the same as being in the darkroom. The only thing I miss from the darkroom is the smell from the chemical liquids. I´ve been exhibiting my photographs through Scandinavia in recent years with good success and I am grateful to be able to share my vision with others and meet new people who are interested in black and white photography. My work consist mainly of two types of photography. Classic and Abstract. All shot in Italy. All prints are available in a limited edition of 15. Signed and numbered with artists stamp on rear side. Printed on museum quality Hahnemuhle Fine Art Paper. Classic work. Where I aim to capture the daily life in Italy, Italians and their surroundings. Individuals going about their business in everyday life. There is something unique about each and every one of these people, they are all a part of something bigger. Abstract In my abstract 'Industrial Reflection' A seried of 6 photographs. During the Second Industrial Revolution, in 1883, the Italian Navy commissioned Armstrong, Mitchell & Co, a British manufacturer, to start building the unique Armstrong Mitchell crane at the Venice harbour. The crane represented a breakthrough in engineering at the time as it could lift up to 160 tons. The crane served its purpose and was in constant use from 1885 until the beginning of the First World War. After enduring serious war damage and being repaired several times, it was finally decommissioned in the mid-1950s. Still standing at the Venice Arsenale, the crane is a token of a time passed. It is the only remaining model of its type in the world and holds an important place in the history of Venice. In this series, I reflect on the old industry. This majestic crane that was used to make armaments during war times and now rests its arms overlooking the ancient city of Venice, Italy. The doves circulating the crane are a symbol of peace. Edition of each print is limited to 10. copies. Signed and numbered on rear side. Printed on Hahnemuhle museum quality paper. Size of each print is 120x80cm. All the best, Karl R Lilliendahl

Education:

Mentoring with legendary Icelandic photographer and Director of Photography, Páll Reynisson who tought me the craft of photographing and developing prints.

Exhibitions:

Here is a list over my private exhibitions

2017 Eataly Restaurant, Oslo Norway (permanent)
2015 Eataly Restaurant, Oslo Norway
2014 ELLA slow fashion house, Reykjavik,Iceland
2013 Fotografiens Hus, Oslo Norway
2012 Café La Sosta, Oslo Norway
2012 NRK (Norwegian Broadcasting Service) Oslo Norway
2011 Reykjavik Museum of Photography Iceland
2011 Mokka Café Reykjavik Iceland
2010 Fotomuseet Sundsvall Sweden
2009 Gallery Mazarin Söderhamn Sweden
2008 Länssjukhuset Ryhov Jönköping Sweden
2008 Värnamo sjukhuset Sweden
2008 Eksjö Höglandssjukhuset Sweden
2007 Galleri Fotografi Reykjavik Iceland