Interviews

Each year, Konstrundan’s regional contact persons interview one artist from their region. Konstrundan selects participants from different regions who represent a broad range of art forms.

Interviews 2026

Pia Westerberg

Western Uusimaa: Pia Westerberg

Nature in general is, for Westerberg, both a place for relaxation and a source of inspiration, which can be seen in many of Westerberg’s pieces of jewellery.Read more »
Viktor Wolff
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00
Tarja Heikkilä

Eastern Uusimaa: Tarja Heikkilä

A birch twig is like a three-dimensional line drawing, and the work is built by listening to the material. Read more »
Leena Stolzmann
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00
 Iines Jakovlev

Lapland: Iines Jakovlev & Meän Periferia

In the centre of Kemi there are new things happening in the arts scene! At the recently opened cultural centre, run by the Meän Periferia association, Iines Jakovlev works as an artist, bio-designer and chair of the association. Come and meet Iines, who will be showcasing various biomaterials, and explore the premises and exhibitions! Read more »
Ami Avellán
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00
Sini-Meri Hedberg

Central Finland: Sini-Meri Hedberg

My work involves spending a lot of time in front of my paintings, in a state without any obvious purpose. The dialogue with art often evolves very slowly, and a painting may hang on the wall for weeks before I understand where it wants me to take it.Read more »
Anniina Dunder-Berg
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00
Kerttu Ahlholm

North Karelia: Kerttu Ahlholm

Time and the slow pace of the process are very important to me. I feel that I used to be quite impatient, and working on long-term projects has sometimes been challenging. However, my enthusiasm for creating art in a self-sufficient and sustainable way is what drew me into the world of flax. Eller om det är för långt: It has been very rewarding to learn old traditional skills and be part of their continuity.Read more »
Tiina Rajakallio
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00
Minna Rundberg

Åland Islands: Minna Rundberg

Minna is a designer who always takes herself as her starting point.Read more »
Ulrika Kjeldsen
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00
Johnny Juthman

Ostrobothnia: Johnny Juthman

Johnny Juthman shares that it is his fascination with stone as an ancient material, along with the opportunity to discover new techniques, create new shapes, and constantly challenge himself, that drives him to continue creating.Read more »
Lilli Berts
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00
Malaika Mollel

Helsinki Region: Malaika Mollel

With my art I want to encourage people to express themselves and not to stress too much over what others think. There is no point waiting until you are ready, because the perfect moment will never come. Don't be afraid of mistakes, they are the best teachers! Every project can lead to new opportunities. Dare to go big with your art and dare to be seen!Read more »
Mikaela Wikström
16.05.2026 hrs 09:00

Interviews from previous years

Eila in her studio.

Central Finland: Eila Minkkinen

“If you are satisfied with your finished work, be happy, because not everyone is!”Read more »
Sara Panelius
13.05.2025 hrs 14:28
Alexander is standing by the table making art.

Helsinki Metropolitan Area: Alexander Salvesen

Alexander wants to create ensembles that offer small gifts and experiences. The longer you look, the more you get.Read more »
Gisela Montonen
13.05.2025 hrs 13:04
Pasi and Virpi sitting on a sofa smiling.

Lapland: Pasi Jaakonaho & Virpi Jääskö

Two masters in crafts from Inari combine tradition, design and natural materials. Read more »
Ami Avellán
13.05.2025 hrs 13:01