On the upper stairs, you see the graffiti artist and art educator Jimmy Rosenholms’ artwork. It’s reminiscent of a summery Sweden, fresh-cut grass under bare feet and catchy songs.
Jimmy has been active in art his whole life and, as a child, he had great curiosity. He would often look inward, disappear into a fantasy world and vivid images revealed themselves on his retina. When he was diagnosed with dyslexia as a seven-year-old, a fascination with words and letters started. As a teenager, he would scribble and “bomba” (mark something with your tag) at night when everyone was asleep. The city felt like it belonged to him for a while and the feeling of freedom emerged. He liked to see a color transforming into another and the ability to change an environment.
The work in front of you is inspired by a memory from Jimmy’s paternity leave. One day he was walking in the forest together with his daughter and found wild strawberries. The piece is supposed to encourage curiosity and urge people to look around and dare to explore their surroundings.
The motifs are often influenced by the archipelago where Jimmy lives, and ever since he became a father, his art has become more idyllic and life-affirming. Jimmy enjoys painting and his art reflects that.