Karol Bak was born in Kolo, Poland. From 1984-1989 he studied at the State School of Fine Arts (now ASP) in Poznan, at the Graphic Art Department. He completed his studies with two prized diplomas, at prof. Tadeusz Jackowski’s graphic studio, and at prof. Jaroslaw Kozlowski’s drawing studio. After graduation in 1989 Bak dealt with copperplate engraving and drawing.