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Inside the Arts | Atelier Visit: Laura Pehkonen
November 6 @ 17:00 – 18:00
Join us for another exclusive dip into the Helsinki art scene. This time, Inside the Arts visits the atelier of Finnish ceramic and visual artist Laura Pehkonen.
Laura Pehkonen is a ceramicist and visual artist based in Helsinki who graduated with a Master of Arts degree from Aalto University in 2014. In recent years, she has created large-scale public ceramic wall artworks for clients such as the Helsinki Art Museum HAM, Vaasa Hospital, and the Finnish State Art Commission. (Lokal Helsinki)
Pehkonen uses and combines various materials and techniques in her work; currently focusing on ceramic, wood, and painting as mediums. In this special event, we will get the chance to experience the works in-person and hear about Pehkonen’s artistic practice, followed by a chance to ask deepening questions and engage in dialogue with the artist herself.
Laura Pehkonen
… is a Finnish Helsinki-based ceramic and visual artist working mainly with unique pieces. In recent years, she has created several large-scale public ceramic wall reliefs. Pehkonen uses and combines various materials and techniques in her work. Currently she is working with ceramic, wood and painting.
“I am looking for contrasts, proportions, balance and presence in my work. Regardless of the material or technique, I am curious to do try-outs. Ceramic, mixed media and painting. Rather than repeating a single format, I provoke myself with several materials and techniques.”
Pehkonen’s works are included in the collections of HAM, EMMA, the Finnish State Art Commission / Finnish National Gallery, and several private collections. Her work has been exhibited in Finland as well as in Iceland, Denmark, France, Sweden and Peru.
Instagram: @lpehkonen
Tanja Vuorela and Sofia Salmenhaara
+358 45 694 6050
sofia@iwch.fi