23. Polina Laamanen - PolaLab / Poimu Space

Address

Kuortaneenkatu 13,
00520 Helsinki

Phone

0452624225

Genre

Textile

Information about the artist / the group

Pola Laamanen (b. 1989, St. Petersburg, Russia) is a contemporary embroidery artist based in Vantaa, Finland (since 2019). Blending traditional techniques with hand-modified textiles, Polina’s background in Chemical Engineering informs her unique approach to texture and material.

Laamanen developed her signature style in 2016, launching a popular line of hand-embroidered jewellery. Her innovative work has garnered international recognition, with features in Vogue Scandinavia and Embroidery Magazine (UK). Her book, 3D Realistic Embroidery (EKSMO, 2020), highlights her creative vision and technical expertise.

In 2024, Pola received an artistic grant from the Kone Foundation and a creative entrepreneur grant from AVEK Kopiosto.

Program during Konstrundan

Explore the progress of the Karjalan Lanka project and earlier artworks.
Try embroidery yourself by booking a Stick&Stitch slot to try this traditional art form yourself.

Poimu Space: https://poimuspace.wordpress.com/

Driving directions

You can find your way in by looking for a building that says “KIINNIKETALO” on the wall. Then find the back of the courtyard, a loading bay and a door next to it.

Poimu Space is located on the 5th floor via elevator or stairs. Call the phone number on the poster and Pola will meet you downstairs. There is a threshold with no ramp. Entering through the front door, there is a small elevator. The elevator is 69 cm wide with no automatic door.