Christopher Nielsen

About

Norwegian cartoonist known for his subculture-themed comic book art. To Trøtte Typer, his most famous comic book, focuses on characters who are criminals and drug addicts.

Before Fame

He first printed his comics in an anarchist publication called Gateavisa.

Trivia

He became famous for creating a character called "Hold Brillan" (English translation: "Hold My Glasses").

Family Life

His father, John David Nielsen, was also an artist, and his brother, Joachim Nielsen, had a career as a rock musician.

Associated With

His American contemporary, Lincoln Pierce, created the popular Big Nate comic strip.