17.5.–31.8.2025
Erika Adamsson: Spirit of the Place – Genius loci
Spirit of the Place is a comprehensive compilation of works that offers a broad overview of visual artist Erika Adamsson’s (b. 1973) career, depicting the artist’s exploration of people and her surroundings. Her works touch both social themes and escapist portrayals of the past. For quite some time, the artist has been captivated by the theme of nostalgia, drawing inspiration from the lives of individuals and the traces they leave in their homes or surroundings. Similarly, Adamsson leaves a trace on the aluminium or acrylic panel, which allows the oil paint to glide swiftly across the surface.
Photo: Erika Adamsson, Sakraali valo, 2024. Photograph: Vesa Aaltonen.
17.5.–31.8.2025
Saana Murtti, ceramic sculptures
Sculptures by ceramic artist Saana Murtti (b. 1974) reflect on the human experience. When depicting a human, Murtti does not define or categorise, but rather refers to traces of life: stacked teacups or shoes peeking out from beneath a pile of fabrics hint at their users. In the same way that places do, objects create an atmosphere that Murtti sculpts from clay. Working with ceramics relies on manual skills, which are decreasing as the world becomes increasingly digital.
Photo: Saana Murtti, Casser Maison 2, 2024.