TALES FROM HOME

Elli Hukka · Jussi Järvinen · Maria Kiialainen · Sirja Knaapi · Helena Lehtinen · Minna Markkanen Eija Mustonen · Sanna Nuutinen · Tiina Rajakallio

The curated exhibition Tales from Home“ showcases the work of nine distinctive Finnish contemporary jewelry artists. Regardless of their diverse career stages, all have several years of active practice in the field. The exhibition weaves together a tapestry of perspectives in Finnish jewelry art, featuring individual themes, materials, and techniques that contribute to a cohesive showcase.
Within „Tales from Home,“ Finnish contemporary jewelry art is revealed through the distinct perspectives of the artists. Tiina Rajakallio explores the intersection of humanity and nature, Sanna Nuutinen delves into human impact on nature, Maria Kiialainen sparks conversations about living organisms, and Jussi Järvinen explores multispecies entanglements, gender, and sexuality.
Sirja Knaapi captures cultural symbols through Finnish aided signs. Minna Markkanen explores themes like the human body and girlhood, Eija Mustonen‘s hammered metalwork merges historical and contemporary elements, Helena Lehtinen transforms everyday objects into unique pieces, and Elli Hukka‘s diverse portfolio pushes the boundaries of traditional jewelry artistry.

Private view: Thursday 29 February, 18 - 22h
Show runs: Friday 1 to Sunday 3, 12 - 19h
Venue: 84 GHz, Georgenstraße 84 · P: +49 89 30 63 79 11