London 2023 Charity Art Exhibition

Poul Dohle
Helmut “Poul” Dohle is an artist with his heart and soul. As an illustrator, he has been following his
passion for over 50 years, which he has turned into his profession. Born on 04.02.1961, he discovered
his vocation for art at an early age. After finishing school, an apprenticeship and various jobs, he worked
as a framer in a gallery. Since 2006 he has been a freelance artist and illustrator. His pictures take us on
a mental journey; they create spaces of possibility for the viewer, who can dream himself into fantastic
worlds. Poul’s world is populated by many lovable, whimsical creatures. Here one encounters trolls and
goblins as well as elves and fairies. With a skilled combination of techniques, Poul creates fascinating
scenarios with so many loving details that they seem close enough to touch. Many of his figures seem to be
smiling quietly, as if they want to wink at the viewer. Perhaps this is what makes Poul’s art so unique: in
the end, there is always something of himself in every single picture.
www.poul.de
“Trollwoman Kelfae”
2008
Gouache on paper
40 x 50 cm