“The flight of the swallow”
Møllestien 59
This painting is inspired by Global Goal #4 ‘Quality Education’
The painting is made by Jade Rivera, Peru
“The flight af the swallow”
"The Flight of the Swallow" celebrates the hope and limitless potential of the child's mind, reflecting an admiration for children's creativity. By illuminating their inner universe, thousands of little stars fill their minds with magical ideas. It highlights how important it is to provide an education connected to curiosity and their cultural identity so that children can build a future full of possibilities. It is a symbol of freedom and joy that reflects the desire to maintain optimism about the future and a longing for all children in Peru to be able to grow and shine with their own ideas and dreams.
Jade Rivera makes a significant contribution to children's education through his work and social projects. His art, full of emotions and symbolism, invites reflection and personal discovery, especially in regard to children’s own ideas and dreams. In addition, as the creator of the social project "Despierta," Jade brings mural art to rural areas of Peru, providing children with access to art and culture, and fostering creativity in a society that often lack educational resources. Likewise, as an honorary ambassador of the "Enseña Perú" project which promotes quality education in rural areas, Jade Rivera actively supports initiatives that seek to improve education and provide more opportunities to children
Jade Rivera was born in Junin, Peru in 1983. When he was only seven months old, he and his mother moved to Lima. Rivera grew up in the Chorrillos district and attended a national school, where his curiosity for art was aroused. His interest grew stronger, encouraging him to devote more time to drawing and painting. At the age of seventeen, he attended the Pre-National School of Fine Arts and since then his work has been evolving.
"My paintings remind me that we die every second and fade away."
Jade Rivera's works, from miniature pieces to large-scale murals, always strike for the sincerity with which the artist describes realities surrounding him, such as the problems the Peruvian population faces and the deep connection they maintain with their own culture.
Jade has been directing his work as a self-taught artist since 1997 and currently works as a graphic designer, which keeps him in a constant creative process. To this day, Rivera insists on the use of painting as a reflection of what he absorbs daily. He also has his own museum in Lima.
This mural has been supported by:
Kronprins Frederiks og Kronprinsesse Marys Fond, Knud Højgaards Fond, Stibo-Fonden, Spar Nord Fonden, Per og Lise Aarsleffs Fond, Axel Muusfeldts Fond, Reisby Fonden, C.A.C. Fonden, Vilhelm Kiers Fond, Hotel Atlantic, Sparekassen Kronjylland, Loxam, Flügger, Aarhus Kommune - Kultur og Borgerservice, Vembye Photo og Revolution.