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September 19, 2017

10 Finnish artists on display at Finlandia University Gallery opening reception Thursday

Moved by Nature, an exhibit of contemporary artists incorporating Finnish folktales and mythologies will feature the work of three Finnish artists; Riitta Ikonen, Taina Kontio and Satu Miettinen. Also on display will be six short films by Finnish filmmakers, Mari Ljokkoi, Leena Lehti, Mia Rantavaara and Sanni Hujanen, Jukka Silokunnas, Elsa Trzaska and Riitta Järvelä .

An opening reception for the public will take place at the gallery on Thursday, September 21, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. with a panel discussion [...]

July 23, 2017

Work of Dora Jung coming to Finlandia University Gallery

Dora Jung: Painter in Linen Finnish Designer (1906-1980) Weavings from the collection of Tuomas Sopanen Exhibit Dates: July 27 – September 14, 2017 Please join us for a closing reception: Thursday, September 14, 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. Guest Lecture by Tuomas Sopanen beginning at 7:15 p.m.

Finlandia University Gallery in collaboration with Common Strands International Fiber Exchange, Minneapolis, Minnesota will present Painter in Linen featuring the work of one of the most consequential textile designers in Finland, [...]

July 5, 2017

One share is $1 thanks to passionate alumni

Group looking to spread word about program that helped shape them

A group of alumni of Finlandia University’s International School of Art & Design is donating $1 every time the new art and design video is shared on Facebook. The group is committed to donating up to $1,000, meaning we need to see 1,000 shares total on the video. As an added bonus, one person that shares the video will also be

rewarded with a FinnU gift package courtesy of Alumni [...]

June 1, 2017

Marquette-based ceramic artist Brian Kakas coming to Finlandia University Gallery

Tectonic Intonation #2 by Brian Kakas

Brian Kakas: Pensive Intonations June 8 – July 21, 2017 Opening Reception: Thursday, June 8, 7:00-8:30 p.m. Artist Talk beginning at 7:15 p.m.

Ceramic sculptures by Marquette artist Brian Kakas will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, from June 8 to July 21, 2017. An opening reception at the gallery will take place on Thursday, June 8, from 7 to 8:30 [...]

April 24, 2017

Finlandia University Gallery announces summer hours

Finlandia University Gallery in the Finnish American Heritage Center in Hancock announces its return to spring/summer hours. Beginning May 1, the gallery is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

The next exhibit is Finlandia University International School of Art & Design 2017 Bachelor of Fine Arts Diploma Works Exhibition opens Saturday, April 29 and will be on display through June 2. Check the gallery’s website for upcoming exhibitions.

Please call Carrie Flaspohler at (906) 487-7500 for more information.

February 9, 2017

ISAD Faculty Exhibit opens February 22

Exhibit Dates: February 22 to March 21, 2017 Opening reception: Wednesday, February 22, 2017, 7 – 8:30 p.m.

Finlandia University’s International School of Art and Design will present a faculty exhibit at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center (FAHC), Hancock, February 22 to March 21, 2017.

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An opening reception for the artists will take [...]

January 20, 2017

PHOTOS: Joyce Koskenmaki’s “Retrospective” opening reception

Thursday night the Finlandia University Gallery was a full house as long-time art professor Joyce Koskenmaki brought together decades of her work for an exhibit titled “Retrospective.” The exhibit will remain up at the Finlandia University Gallery until February 18. Below are photos from the reception, with more photos posted on the International School of Art & Design Facebook page.

Learn more about the exhibit at https://www.finlandia.edu/news/joyce-koskenmaki-retrospective/.

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Joyce Koskenmaki Elegy for my Dog, Crayon on paper 28” x 28”
January 10, 2017

Joyce Koskenmaki’s Retrospective opens January 19

EXHIBIT DATES: JANUARY 19 – FEBRUARY 18, 2017

Please join us for an opening reception on Thursday, January 19, 7 to 8:30 p.m. with the artist talk beginning at 7:15 p.m.

Finlandia University Gallery presents Joyce Koskenmaki: Retrospective, an exhibit of paintings, drawings, and mixed media work spanning Koskenmaki’s lifetime career in the arts.  Koskenmaki’s work will be on display at the Finlandia University Gallery, located in the Finnish American Heritage Center, Hancock, from January 19 to February 18, 2017.

An opening reception at the gallery will [...]

November 30, 2016

Finlandia Success: Haley Neri ’15

This month’s Finlandia University alumni success story is focusing on recent alumni Haley Neri – a double major who is now working as a marketing coordinator at Boss Beauty Supply in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. In this question-and-answer session she talks about the meaningful experiences she had at Finlandia that prepared her for her career. She also offers some advice for students currently enrolled at Finlandia.

Meet Haley Neri Majors: Graphic Design and Business Administration Graduation Year: 2015 Hometown: Blissfield, Michigan Current Location: [...]

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