Both experiments test the role of a woman and its depiction as part of the historical continuum, and look for new ways and meanings for depicting a woman's role and body.
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.
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.
Satu Miettinen 