ARTIST
ROBERT HILMERSSON
Art at the Plaza
Robert Hilmersson -"Pulp Fiction"
Robert Hilmersson (born 1973) is a contemporary Swedish artist working in pop and street art. He depicts the world, past and present, often with humorous elements and rich symbolism. He is a bold, symbol-laden artist whose humour, thoughtfulness, and visually striking works invite reflection on our contemporary society.
Background & style
- Before becoming a full-time artist, Hilmersson worked in advertising and has experience of both digital and handmade image production.
- His art is strongly influenced by street art culture. As a 14-year-old, he encountered the graffiti scene in New York, which led to a fascination with icons such as Basquiat and Keith Haring.
- He also draws inspiration from pop art legends such as Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, and Rauschenberg.
Themes & motifs
- Hilmersson places famous locations, events, animals, and urban environments in unexpected situations – all in order to reflect our contemporary world in a thought-provoking and humorous way.
- Animals often take centre stage in his art – they may carry human attributes or pose like we do. Penguins are a recurring element, both entertaining and reflecting our times.
- Themes include politics, social challenges, popular culture, and climate – all treated with subtle humour and a strong sense of recognition.
Exhibitions
- Hilmersson is regarded as one of Sweden’s most interesting and internationally noted pop and street art artists.
- He has exhibited in, among other places, London, New York, Las Vegas, Stockholm, Budapest, Seattle, and Gothenburg.
- His works have reached collectors and been sold at auctions at prestigious institutions such as Sotheby’s.