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Bioart Exhibition: Nature Reimagined at Finland’s Embassy

The exhibition "Reimagining Nature: Bioart from the North," opening December 4, 2025, at the Embassy of Finland in Windhoek, features artist-researchers from the University of Lapland. It explores the intersection of bioart, design, and science, focusing on Arctic nature and organic materials, while highlighting themes of collaboration between disciplines and species.

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re:MUTE 2025 Fashion Show: Celebrating Northern Design

A vibrant showcase of Fashion and Textile Design, presenting collections and artworks by students, staff, and alumni. The show highlights the programme’s diverse creative approaches and the collaborative spirit behind the work.

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Explore Nature’s Fusion: Plant-Human Hybrids Exhibition

The exhibition explores the connection between humans and nature, envisioning a world where people are hybrids with plants, influenced by Finnish folklore. It features five mixed-media photographic prints and two augmented reality installations, offering an interactive experience with the artist's narratives. The event runs from September 22 to October 10, 2025.

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Exploring Human-Trees Connections in Arctic Landscapes

The images depict individuals symbolizing a birch grove, highlighting the interconnectedness of humans with nature. New materialist philosophy suggests our existence relies on this relationship. The piece encourages reflection on how to restore our bond with trees and learn from them, emphasizing the importance of recognizing the more-than-human world.

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Experiencing Forest Bathing in Pyhä-Luosto

Blueberries stain hands and clothes, creating a vivid atmosphere in a mossy terrain that encourages relaxation. The forest, rich in life, highlights the interconnectedness of species, fostering multi-species meditation and placemaking. An upcoming exhibition at Gallery Kopio will explore these themes and their relation to a post-growth economy.

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Creative Work: Transforming Hotel Rooms into Art Studios

In spring 2024, the author traveled to Ireland, Copenhagen, and London for work, exploring creative industries and participating in a doctoral defense. The accompanying images reflect how hotel rooms serve as creative spaces, capturing outdoor scenes and self-portraits. The project features augmented reality elements, exhibited at Valo Gallery later in 2024.

Artistic research

Behind the Scenes of Tuuliluleima Documentary

"The Making of Tuuliluleima" is a short documentary that highlights the collaborative creation of a design fiction film aimed at aiding entrepreneurs in strategic foresight. It showcases storytelling, worldbuilding, and design methodologies to explore potential futures. The film won an Award of Recognition at the IndieFEST Film Awards 2024, emphasizing innovative business strategies.

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Explore ‘North Meets South’: A Unique Photo Exhibition

The North Meets South photo exhibition explores placemaking through a union of northern and southern landscapes. Featuring images and augmented reality, it emphasizes artistic expression and emotional depth. Funded by Business Finland, the project integrates digital solutions in service design. The exhibition runs from January to August 2024 in Finland and Japan.

Satu Miettinen

Professor of Service Design. Artist. Author.

Keynote speaker

Bioart Exhibition: Nature Reimagined at Finland’s Embassy

re:MUTE 2025 Fashion Show: Celebrating Northern Design

Explore Nature’s Fusion: Plant-Human Hybrids Exhibition

Exploring Human-Trees Connections in Arctic Landscapes

Experiencing Forest Bathing in Pyhä-Luosto

Creative Work: Transforming Hotel Rooms into Art Studios

Behind the Scenes of Tuuliluleima Documentary

Explore ‘North Meets South’: A Unique Photo Exhibition

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