Satu Miettinen

Placemaking Through Performance in Bioart

Heidi Pietarinen and collaborators present an exhibition titled "Growth, Death and Decay," which explores bioart themes related to organic material and data processing through elements of rhythm, movement, and sound. Additionally, the research emphasizes "Placemaking through Performance," highlighting cultural geography's role in shaping perceptions of geographic spaces.

Ecofeminism

Lento: An Artistic Journey Across Three Continents

This year's exhibition, themed "Flight," invited creators to submit up to six works reflecting personal interpretations of the theme. Artists drew inspiration from travels across three continents, including Latin America, Australia, and Europe. The concept emphasizes rapid transitions, with hotel rooms often doubling as temporary studios. The exhibition ran from August 19 to October 10, 2021.

Co-authoring

Artivism and Sustainability: The Salmon War Project

The project "Salmon War" involved performance and textile installations to address sustainability issues regarding the Kemijoki River in Finnish Lapland. Artist-researchers supported Professor Vesa Puuronen, fined for graffiti protesting a power plant's impact on salmon populations, advocating for environmental action and legal reform to protect local biodiversity.

Exhibition

Immersive Digital Art: Inversion Exhibition Highlights

Inversion was a virtual exhibition featuring 360° panoramic art that combined digital collages with sound and moving imagery. Artists utilized the virtual space to explore existential themes, environmental issues, and the concept of time. The exhibition was accessible online from March 31 to June 30, 2021, offering an immersive artistic experience.

Exhibitions

ALLterations Exhibition: Climate Change Perspectives

Centrala Art Gallery and Creative Space, Birmingham, UK Due to […]

Ecofeminism

Climate Change Through Photography

The exhibition features photographs addressing climate change, highlighting collaborations in Arctic Lapland and South Africa. It includes discussions on sustainability and artistic installations, like plastic flowers. Workshops emphasize reconciliation with Sámi issues, illustrating that sustainability entails transformation, influenced by both natural and human factors during the Anthropocene.

Co-authoring

Meren taju: Community Art on the Archipelago Sea

In July, artists Taina Kontio and Satu Miettinen initiated "SENSE OF THE SEA" in the Archipelago Sea, expanding to the Perämere region in August. The project featured swimming and walking while sharing stories about maritime history and island life. They facilitated discussions that emphasized community engagement and social change through various artistic mediums.

Ecofeminism

Recycled Underwear Art

Melanie Sarantou’s collection of recycled and embroidered underwear is a stunning display of creativity and artistry. Through Satu Miettinen captivating photographs, she showcases her talent for transforming discarded materials into […]

Ecofeminism

Poetic Peripheries: An Artistic Reflection

The Poetic Peripheries exhibition at Vivienne Crisp Gallery showcases artists Taina Kontio, Satu Miettinen, Mari Mäkiranta, and Melanie Saranto, exploring themes of social responsibility, Arctic nature, and cultural identities. The series "Smokes and Meditation" examines self-image and societal pressures, focusing on complexities of womanhood and the tensions of identity in a health-conscious society.

Exhibition

Collaborative Mandala Art with Bridge to Nowhere

The collaboration with the Bridge to Nowhere Arts Association in Port Pirie, Australia, brought together artists, including Melanie Sarantou, to create mandalas woven into a recycled gate. This project fostered friendship and community, reflecting on life cycles through shared stories and creative expression, culminating in a six-week installation.

Ecofeminism

Everything Will Change: A Photographic Journey

“Everything Will Change” is a photographic series highlighting climate change, created through collaborations in Arctic Lapland and South Africa. The project blends images from workshops discussing sustainability and Sámi issues, emphasizing transformation in the environment. Exhibitions took place at Värinä Gallery and VB Photography Centre in late 2019 and early 2020.

Exhibition

The Impact of Summer Visits in Arctic Communities

Tiina’s Mother photographic series is about discovering the lives of […]

Co-authoring

Sustainable Art Workshop in Cape Town

The "Flowers of Cape Town" workshop, held in November 2018, involved CPUT's Faculty of IT & Design. It focused on sustainability by exploring personal feelings about recycling. Participants created flowers using recycled plastic, inspired by Cape Town's natural beauty, culminating in a roadside installation in District Six.

Arts-based research

Kalahari Highway Exhibition: Art and Indigenous Sounds Combined

"Meters of Sand" is a 140 cm by 500 cm digital textile print showcased at the Kalahari Highway exhibition from August 16 to September 16, 2018. It incorporates a voice installation by Jari Rinne, connecting to Tarja Wallius' work. Soundscapes recorded during workshops with San communities enrich the exhibition's narrative.

Arts-based research

Arts-Based Reconciliation in Sámiland

The University of Lapland, the Giellagas Institute, and the Saamelaisalueen Koulutuskeskus conducted a reconciliation course for aspiring mediators in Sámiland. In 2018, I participated in the training led by Antti Pentikäinen and Anne Nuorgam, practicing arts-based reconciliation with Hanna Guttorm, and co-authoring an article on this method.

Arts-based research

Arctic Railway Impact: Sámi Concerns at UNPFII

The Sámi Parliament and youth organizations participated in the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues to address concerns about the Arctic railway's impact on Sámi culture, land, and reindeer herding. The PARTY project showcased a poster exhibition to raise awareness about environmental challenges and promote dialogue on service development for indigenous youth.

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