Jarmo van Berkel

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Jarmo van Berkel (1988) is a visual artist, DJ and host of a weekly radio show on Salto, Amsterdam's public radio station.

Jarmo's work blends the worlds of graffiti and fine art. Primarily using classic graffiti tools like spraypaint and markers. In his diverse portfolio you'll find murals, album covers, posters, logos, and various graphic designs. Jarmo uses different elements from underground and pop culture and aims to connect different layers of society by being accessible in the public domain.

In 2017 he graduated at Academie Minerva in Groningen, before earning international recognition by winning the annual art competition during his exchange semester at Ohio State University. He also gained valuable experience through an internship with Amsterdam-based illustrator Stefan Glerum.

Born on the same date as the iconic Keith Haring, Jarmo draws inspiration from legendary artists such as Haring, Dali, Basquiat, and Van Gogh. However, his primary source of creativity stems from his immediate surroundings and the diverse array of individuals who populate his world.