Edith Karlson

Born in 1983, Edith Karlson is an Estonian artist renowned for her distinctive sculptural practice. Her artistic journey commenced at the Estonian Academy of Arts, where she obtained her BA in 2006 and subsequently her MA in 2008, with a specialization in Installation and Sculpture.

A noteworthy highlight in her career is the collaboration with Sarah Lucas in creating an installation for the British Pavilion at the 56th Venice Biennale in 2015. 

Edith Karlson's Art Style

In Karlson's sculptural practice, animals and humans take center stage as the primary protagonists. Her expansive portfolio of sculptural works, frequently created through a blend of techniques, showcases a diverse cast of characters. These characters range from ceramic dogs to cement dinosaurs and Neanderthals, meticulously arranged into complex and multifaceted installations.

Karlson's artistic journey has led her to exhibit her work extensively in Estonia, where she has left a significant impact on the local art scene. In 2021, her exhibition "Return to Innocence" took center stage at the Contemporary Art Museum of Estonia in Tallinn, captivating art enthusiasts with her thought-provoking creations. The year prior, in 2020, "Roots and Ruins" at Temnikova & Kasela in Tallinn offered a glimpse into her evolving narrative. In 2019, her collaboration with Mall Paris in "Sisters" at the Tallinn Art Hall Gallery added yet another layer to her artistic journey.

Additionally, she has had the opportunity to participate in various international exhibitions, broadening the reach of her artistic expressions beyond national borders.