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Wednesday, August 17, 2011

Artist Odd Nerdrum sentenced to jail


First, let me express my disbelief and disappointment over the ruling of Odd Nerdrum VS. the Norwegian Government. Odd Nerdrum is to be sentenced to two years in prison, however the case is subject to appeal. <see source>
 However, after reading many comment from supporter of Odd, I grew very concerned over some of the comments...the Norwegian government is very likely to read and document comments from Nerdrum's family and friends, particularly if it provides new information for the prosecution.  Please, Stop giving NUMBERS, ANALYSIS and unsubstantiated speculative information.  Let the lawyers do their job. If you want to help, focus your efforts on a petition for leniency without the other hyperbole.
(Photo source http://gal5.piclab.us/key/odd%20nerdrum%20themes)

3 comments:

  1. Agreed, let everyone not make this matter worsen by being over analytical about the case, or to give out information that can be used against Odd in his appeal

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  2. I have to say that if I trusted the court in question to give him a just trial, I would agree.
    But, I think it's important to have the international press covering this story. The Norwegian court needs to know that the eyes of the world are watching them and perhaps that will effect his appeal.

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  3. Odd will not be permitted to paint during his sentence, that's horrible for an artist who has been painting for the most of his life in the past 50 years. What does that tell you??!!

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