1.11.2023–31.12.2023
Positions and directions 🗺️ 🧭
I was invited to take part in Positions and directions window exhibition organized in the Finnish Spirit Space - window gallery in Punavuori.
Thank you Noora!
Unfortunately I didn’t get to see the exhibition myself as I was already in Paris, but it looked adorable.
If you are around Merimiehenkatu, check this window! Address is 📍 Merimiehenkatu 26, Helsinki and it is Open 24/7
Kys!
7.11.-27.12.2023
Residency at Cité International des Arts in Paris
I will be spending two months in Paris, to take the time to plan, refocus my glass journey in the city of love.
Follow my instagram for updates!
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November 2023
New retailers in Helsinki, Espoo, Riihimäki and Tammisaari
New retailers for my rings! ︎
I am so so so so happy and proud! Thank you so much for letting me work my passion project ︎
Emma shop - The museum shop of Emma Museum
Suomen lasimuseo - The Finnish glass Museum in Riihimäki (curated for the shop by UU Market, thak you Hannakaisa!)
Archetype - Christmas Store in Kämp Gallery
Vitrine Studio - a lovely little shop in Tammisaari, Finland!
Stay tuned, I have a lot of interesting news coming up!
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5.-15.10.2023
First Solo Exhibition “La morale élastique” at Asbestos Art Space
My very first solo exhibition is taking place in Kruununhaka, Helsinki.
I would like to thank Noora Leinikka for the exhibition text and Lari Mörö for the graphic design.
Also big thank you to TAIKE for the financial support of the exhibition.
Asbestos Art Space
Kristianinkatu 16
00170 Helsinki
Finland
Opening hours:
Mon – Fri / 12–18
Sat / Sun 13–17
6.5-3.6.2023
Bloom exhibition at Lokal
I am part of the 7th edition of Lokal Gallery’s youth exhibition. Curated by Katja Hagelstam, Bloom is a bi-annual exhibition presenting young artists and designers.
I have my piece “After Blaschkas & bloom” on display in the window.
Poster by Irene Suosalo and photos of my work by Katja Hagelstam.
Lokal Gallery
Annankatu 9
00120 Helsinki
Finland
Opening hours:
Tue – Fri / 12–18
Sat / 12–16
6.1.2023
Photoshoot with Duotone
I was invited to have a little photoshoot with AD Elina Forss and Photographer Mikael Niemi from Duotone on a wintery day in Kallahdenniemi beach in Helsinki.
The frozen sea, Elina’s ice sculptures and my glass pieces all spoke the same language that day. Thank you for the opportunity, I had a lovely day.
Valokuvaaja/photographer: Mikael Niemi
AD: Elina Forss
Lasiveistokset / glass sculptures: Kati Peltola
Jääveistos/ice sculpture: Elina Forss
Tuotantoyhtiö/ Production company: Duotone
3.12.2022–31.1.2023
Identity - exhibition curated by Finnish Spirit
I have been invited to a group exhibition organized “Identity” by the Finnish Spirit in Lapinlahden Lähde.
Lapinlahdenpolku 8, Helsinki
Mon–Fri 11 am – 4 pm
Sat–Sun 12 am – 4 pm
I have a small sculpture on display.
It is called “There is a crack in everything, that’s how the light gets in” following the lyrics of Leonard Cohen.
It is a some klnd of self portrait, discussing the yearning of perfection and the realization that it does not exist, therefore it should be celebrated.
Photo by Noora Leinikka.
18.11.–31.12.2022
PUF Joulumarket
Turku, my favourite city after Helsinki carries my rings now!
Visit the lovely PUF store on Linnankatu 6
Opening hours:
Mon-Fri 11–18
Sat 11–17
Sun 12-16
Happy holidays!
25.11.–23.12.2022
Jewel - Exhibition in Lokal Gallery
My rings on display in the Lovely Lokal gallery in Helsinki, Annankatu 9.
Lokal has a special place in my heart, because I exhibited my first glass rings there in 2018. Thank you for the invite!
Lokal Gallery
Annankatu 9
00120 Helsinki
Finland
Open:
Tue – Fri / 12–18
Sat / 12–16
Photos by Katja Hagelstam, courtesy of Lokal.
November 2022
Article: Kati Peltola on Reflections – in Glass and Upon Oneself
The lovely Helmi Korhonen from FCINY wrote a little article based on our discussion while they visited Urban Glass, the studio I worked in New York.
Please have a read; https://fciny.org/residency/kati-peltola-on-reflections
Photo also by Helmi Korhonen.
2.9.-30.10.2022
Artist-in-residence for Finnish Cultural Institute in New York
I am in NYC Babyyy! I am staying in Harlem for a two month residency through FCINY.
During my stay, I will be practicing my craft in Urban Glass which is a non-profit Glass community in Brooklyn.
I am taking few classes and just learning about making neon signs, small sculpures and tableware! My goal is really to get to know other flameworkers, as in Finland there are not that many.
So far I have already learned so much! I have been here for 3 weeks and time flies, I have to say.
7.-11.9.2022
Habitare Protoshop
Finally here! Last year, The Protoshop 2021 was postponed again and finally this year it was possible to organize the fair.
My experimental glass pieces under the name La morale élastique are there on display. Check out the Block area for some emerging design potential coolness.
I cannot be present at the fair myself, but feel free to contact me if you have any questions about my work. Oh and send me pictures! ︎︎
Thank you for Imu design, Elina Aalto & Saara Renvall and Krista Kosonen, for all the work you do for us.
HABITARE IN HELSINKI MESSUKESKUS
7.-11.9.2022
OPEN:
Wed 9-12 professionals, media, VIP
Wed klo 12-20
Thu-Fri klo 10-19
Sat-Sun klo 10-18
https://habitare.messukeskus.com/
Photos by Aino Huhtaniemi.
20.7.2022
Rings available in Berlin at Snow Gallery
My rings are now available in Berlin, at a new gallery Snow curated by Susanne Johansson. The rings are part of their Collectibles section of the gallery. Thank you for the opporunity!
Snow is a young contemporary Berlin based art gallery, highlighting emerging and established artists from the North, and beyond.
Opening hours:
Tuesday – Friday: 12 pm – 6 pmSaturdays: 12 pm – 4 pm
Address:
Brunnenstrasse 170, 10119 BerlinPay them a visit if in Berlin!
6.7.2022
Interview in Helsinki Design Weekly
I was interviewed about my practice by Crystal Bennes for the Helsinki Design Week’s blog Helsinki Design Weekly. It is my first time to have something this personal made of me. The discussion was great, thank you for the opportunity!
Read the whole interview here: Helsinki Design Weekly
Kuva: Heikki Humberg / HDW
31.3.2022
Feature in TULVA Magazine
My rings were featured in a Finnish feminist magazine TULVA. Thank you Piia Emilia for the set design, and thinking of my rings.
1.10 —1.11.2021
Paris apprenticeship with Ulysse Sauvage
I have been super lucky to be able to work with artist Ulysse Sauvage in her Montmartre studio in Paris. She is a glass blower that works with laboratory glass and torchwork.
I love her designs and look up to her as an artist. During the month I was able to see her work and I learned a lot about the craft that is not taught in Finland in any schools.
My trip was supported by the Finnish Cultural Foundation (Suomen Kulttuurirahasto).
4.9 —5.9.2021
Konstrundan
My studio Kulmapala is part of Konstrundan Open Studio- event this weekend!
Come for coffee and you might get a glimpse of Mimi throwing some clay! Come and meet also our new kiln called Marko.
Studio address: Viipurinkatu 1 a LH1, 00510 Helsinki.
Open from 11.00-17.00.
16.8 —31.8.2021
Taiteiden kesä
Me and my studio partner Mimi McPartlan have had the priviledge to take part in the Taiteiden kesä project this summer. It is a juried project call for recent graduates. Taiteiden kesä made it possible for us to create an art piece for the general public.
Our works can be viewed outside our studio Kulmapala in Alppiharju.
The address is Viipurinkatu 1 a LH1.
Photos by Misa Asanuma.
Our works can be viewed outside our studio Kulmapala in Alppiharju.
The address is Viipurinkatu 1 a LH1.
Photos by Misa Asanuma.
16.8 —23.8.2021
1 to 100 art shop
My glass rings are two sculptures are on display at 1 to 100 Art Shop in Katugalleria Mutteri.
Curated by Emil Lyytikkä and Hikari Nishida.
Shop open from Tue to Sun from 1pm to 5pm.
The address: Kirstinkatu 14, Helsinki
12.8 —10.10.2021
First International Festival of Manuports
The exhibition is organised by Kunsthalle Kohta.
I am part of the Festival of Manuports through an international open call for artists!
My glass piece is located on one of the vitrines among 300 manuports.
Address:
Teurastamo inner yard
Työpajankatu 2 B
building 7, 3rd floor
00580 Helsinki, Finland
UPDATE! Art critic (in Finnish) in Helsingin Sanomat: https://www.hs.fi/kulttuuri/art-2000008248922.html
My glass piece is located on one of the vitrines among 300 manuports.
Address:
Teurastamo inner yard
Työpajankatu 2 B
building 7, 3rd floor
00580 Helsinki, Finland
UPDATE! Art critic (in Finnish) in Helsingin Sanomat: https://www.hs.fi/kulttuuri/art-2000008248922.html
18.6 —29.8.2021
Suvenpuoti
I am part of Suvenpuoti this summer, at the TUO TUO Kulttuuri Tila in Joutsa. Stop by on your way to mökki for a coffee and a peek at art in the nature! And of course the Suvenpuoti where I will have my rings on display.
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Welcome to Suvenpuoti, our new gallery & shop – located in the old barn of TUO TUO.
Suvenpuoti features a selection of wares that celebrate our connection to the earth and its natural elements, by artists who specialize in handmade art objects and who focus on material elements such as clay, glass, textile, and wood. MobilePay or cash.
Open 18.6.-29.8 Friday-Sunday 12pm-6pm
Featured artists: Fetiché Editions, Minjee Hwang Kim, Maikki Siuko, Liina Aalto-Setälä, Nora Aalto-Setälä, Kati Peltola, Elina Priha, Caracara Collective, Joni Judén.
Pertunmaantie 912
19650 Joutsa,
Finland
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Welcome to Suvenpuoti, our new gallery & shop – located in the old barn of TUO TUO.
Suvenpuoti features a selection of wares that celebrate our connection to the earth and its natural elements, by artists who specialize in handmade art objects and who focus on material elements such as clay, glass, textile, and wood. MobilePay or cash.
Open 18.6.-29.8 Friday-Sunday 12pm-6pm
Featured artists: Fetiché Editions, Minjee Hwang Kim, Maikki Siuko, Liina Aalto-Setälä, Nora Aalto-Setälä, Kati Peltola, Elina Priha, Caracara Collective, Joni Judén.
Pertunmaantie 912
19650 Joutsa,
Finland
25.3.2021 — 25.4. 2021
Kosminen Salonki 2021
My work La morale élastique is on display at the Kosminen space for their
Kevä tsalonki.
Location: Kosminen, Pursimiehenkatu 13, Helsinki
Thu–Fri 14-18h
Sat–Sun 12-16h
More info at https://kosminen.info/
Photos courtesy of Kosminen.
Kevä tsalonki.
Location: Kosminen, Pursimiehenkatu 13, Helsinki
Thu–Fri 14-18h
Sat–Sun 12-16h
More info at https://kosminen.info/
Photos courtesy of Kosminen.
13.1.2021 — 20.2.2021
Maija Annikki Savolainen:
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In collaboration with curator Yvonne Billimore and media artist Otso Havanto
Location: SOLU Space, Luotsikatu 13, Helsinki (Bioarts Society)
Wed–Sat 12–16h or by appointment
I had the pleasure to help bending some glass for the artist Maija Savolainen for her ongoing exhibition. The exhibition performs as a site for ongoing research, material experimentation and knowledge transmission. Please go and see the it and find the electric cord - looking glass rods!
16.11.— 23.12.2020
My rings are on display in good company at the Lokal Kansallissali until the 23.12.2020, in the address Aleksanterinkatu 22, Helsinki. (2nd floor)
I encourage a visit just for the architecture!
16.11.— 22.11.2020
I am part of the TOKYO Christmas Sales 2020, online. Shop here for my handsoaps and jewelry.
28.8.2020 — 27.8.2021
O Worm Supreme
My artwork Osmo can be seen in an exhibition O Worm Supreme, curated by Liina Aalto-Setälä in Tuo Tuo Kulttuuri Tila in Joutsa, Finland.
The exhibition is up for one year, and is encouraged to visit many times, as some art works may change.
Graphic design by Samuli Saarinen.
