Robert grew up in Strömstad and lives in Gothenburg. He is one of Sweden's foremost, most established international pop artists. He has had exhibitions in London, New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Seattle, Budapest, Gothenburg and Stockholm.
Hilmersson's artistry was brought to life at an exhibition with Andy Warhol in Sydney. Which has inspired him in his interpretation of pop art. His pop art is appreciated internationally, among which can be mentioned that Sir Elton John commissioned a portrait of himself. Hilmersson creates motifs to order. In his art, Hilmersson explores the big topics – politics, social problems and popular culture.
He treats the areas with humor and subtle titles, to emphasize his message in the paintings. In his art, Hilmersson mixes subjects, cityscapes, graphic design, graffiti, colors and texture, all of which are important components in his work. Often the motifs are taken from the USA, where old cars and signs appear. Which gives a feeling of intensity. Where the images depict the life around us, where present and past meet. An artist in the sign of a world citizen.
