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Copenhagen Poster

Copenhagen Poster is a Danish street artist and illustrator who has been active since 2019. Known for a distinctive, character-driven style and whimsical visual language, the artist works across public space, commissioned projects, and illustration. Copenhagen Poster is based in Copenhagen and operates under the website copenhagenposter.dk.

Artistic Style and Practice

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Copenhagen Poster’s work is recognizable for its hand-drawn figures, bold colors, and playful, often poetic scenes. The imagery typically blends humor with subtle commentary, and the characters—human, animal, or hybrid—inhabit surreal, imaginative environments.

The artist works primarily with posters, murals, and painted installations in public space, but also creates illustrations and visual concepts for events, media, and commercial clients.

Projects and Festival Participation

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Since 2019, Copenhagen Poster has contributed to a number of festivals and street art events, including:

  • Copenhell – music and art festival in Copenhagen
  • Reffen Street Art Festival
  • Meeting of Styles – international street art festival
  • AiaSound Festival

Selected Clients and Collaborations

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In addition to street art, Copenhagen Poster has created illustrations and visual content for a variety of cultural institutions, brands, artists, and organizations, including:

  • Foo Fighters
  • Anders & Anders podcast
  • The National Film School of Denmark
  • Magnus & Emil Millang
  • Christian Fuhlendorff
  • Danish Broadcasting Corporation (DR)
  • Royal Unibrew
  • Scandlines
  • Lykkeliga
  • Dageløkke Festival
  • Leben CPH
  • Spangsberg
  • Vi Sidder Bare Her

These collaborations span posters, merchandise, campaign artwork, live visuals, and custom illustrations.

Reception

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While working independently and at a modest scale, Copenhagen Poster has gained a following in the Danish street art and illustration community for a consistent and imaginative visual voice. The artist’s works are often seen in the urban landscape and are appreciated for their approachable and poetic character.

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See also

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References

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