Åke Göransson was born in Veddige in Halland 1902. His parents were the shoemaker Sven Göransson and his wife Hanna. Sven Göransson passes away when Åke is only three years old and he mother Hanna will play an important role for Åke, both as a family breadwinner and as support in life. Åke eventually begins working as a hairdresser while drawing and painting for Hermods. He congratulates Inga Andersson. In 1924 Åke Göransson becomes a part-time student at Valand's painting school, but his scarce financial situation forces him to work half-time as a hairdressing assistant. He was something of a recluse, but at the school he was part of the circle of young artists who joined up around teacher Tor Bjurström. After a short period of joy and ...