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Saksala ArtRadius Organization for the development and presentation of Art and Artistry in Finland. This unique international Art Centre can be found in Haukivuori, situated in the beautiful lake district of Finland. In the many departments of the centre people can be found immersed in art, craftsmanship and art research. Visitors staying for a short or longer time during their holiday, develop their potential in the field of the visual arts. 
The available artist studios are comfortable and spacey, complete furnished with kitchen, shower and toilet.
The art center started in 2005 with the first guests and the first artist-in-residence. Artists invited to stay in the residence program take part of the whole ambiance in the center. There is no huge organization on distance, but a direct contact between the artists and the organization. The idea is to create a place were artists can work on their own artistic work, take part in the social live of the local community and be a part of the growing, changing and exploring art center.

In a few years the art centre has build up an interesting network with art organizations in Finland, Russia, USA, the Netherlands, Australia etc, this network is expanding all the time. Artists taking part in the artist-in-residence program are part of this network and they can be invited to different art projects, like symposiums,  exhibitions, contests, seminars etc.

In 2007 the art centre has been invited to the artists-in-residence conference in Boston and was bringing exhibitions of related artists to St. Petersburg Russia.
In 2008 the collaborative exhibition SOJOURN IN WHITE is accepted into TransCultural Exchange USA and new cooperation projects with St. Petersburg are planned. The art centre is also taking part in Culture Forum a cultural exchange between Finland and Russia.

Being an artist in the artist-in-residence program, the symposiums or in the selected exhibitions is being an artist in the growing network of Saksala ArtRadius.

art career
Embarking on and furthering one's art career, following a study at an art academy, can be a difficult process. Developing, widening and deepening one's vision takes time and requires fortitude. At the same time contacts must be forged and a good financial base laid for the practice. Young artists are offered many choices but often lack a location where they can work while focused and where reflection on their own work can take place.

Finland
In Finland there is more than enough harmony and space, coupled with a cultural climate that stimulates the development of visual art. This project, to create an art centre in Finland, was originated by the Dutch artists Marja de Jong and Lucien den Arend. The art centre Saksala ArtRadius and the Finnish Open Air Museum are the result of this initiative. This unique environment offers young artists a place where they can work while discovering their own artistic direction. Artists from all over the world stay here for a short or longer period of time to find the peace to work and to discuss with fellow artists the essence of art. For all these artists, whether just starting or experienced, the opportunity to work in an environment where space, peace and harmony abound results in a confrontation with their own conceptions and artistic vision. New insights arise.

art centre
The Art Centre is situated in the south east Finland. During the winter months the centre has places for four young artists, who work here for a period of at least three months. A longer stay, up to 5 months, offers the opportunity to lay firm foundations, discover one's own path and leave with the necessary resources to enter the art world. During one's stay contact with others in the Art Centre and with visiting artists from Finland and the rest of the world will offer insight into the artist's own work. Discussion, criticism and conversation will help to clarify one's own vision, bringing strength and meaning to the work produced. Professional artists can also profit from the opportunity to enjoy the center's facilities during a short or extended stay.

museums
In the adjoining Open Air Museum workshops, forums and exhibitions are organized all year round. The contacts and confrontations with the visiting international artists lead to a widening and deepening of one's personal vision. The artist begins to build up his own network within the art world.

We offer visits to a number of National galleries. Finland has a solid reputation in the fields of modern design, contemporary architecture and new technology. In her renowned museums there is much to discover. Many smaller museums offer surprisingly interesting exhibitions covering all fields of contemporary art. And don't forget that St. Petersburg and her enormous treasure of historical art can easily be reached by train or bus, being only 400 kilometers away.

features
Shared features: a lobby with kitchen, washing machine and tumble dryer. A number of workspaces for design, two dimensional and three dimensional work are available, both indoors and outdoors. Participants are welcome to make use of all facilities, while of course respecting their fellow workers. A large sports complex can be found in the village where almost unlimited use of the fitness facilities is available at low cost.

staying in the art center
The art center started in 2005 with the first guests and the first artist-in-residence. The artist studios are complete renovated and furnished with kitchen, toilet and shower. Artists invited to stay in the residence program take part of the whole ambiance in the center. There is no huge organization on distance, but a direct contact between the artists and the small organization.
The idea is to create a place were artists can work on their own artistic work, take part in the social live of the local community and be a part of the growing, changing and exploring art center.
As a part of the temporary community in the center every artist is taking part in the maintenance of the art center. For instance in winter all can help with the wood storage for the heating system. Working together to prepare exhibitions and presentations is also a basic part.
Living in this young, small and developing art center gives unique and unexpected experiences to the artist.
National and international contacts are ongoing growing and participating artists will be involved this process.
The art center is ongoing working on being a part of coordinating organizations in the field of art, artists, residences, new technology, tourism and art education.

planned ateliers
In the basement there are planned three ateliers where artists can work and stay. They will be simple furnished and inviting for working. In 2008 the first of this three ateliers will be partly renovated, the Arts Council of Finland is supporting this renovation.
In the attic is planned an extra huge atelier for the artists.

summer months
During the summer months we have space for a few young artists who are welcome to visit for up to 2 months. This short stay is effective in focusing their work in those projects requiring contemplation, reflection, harmony and space.

During these months visitors to the centre will encounter the work and ideas of the artists present. The exchange between these two groups is inspirational for all involved.

visitors
Visitors and holidaymakers can take part in workshops, forums and courses. The resident artists are invited to give form and content to these events. In this way they are able to gain teaching experience. We offer all artists the option of teaching, alongside their own practice as a possibility of making a small income. Studios of 30 and 35 m2 are available. Each studio is modern, industrially furnished and contains a shower and wash basin, toilet, kitchen and sink, cooking facilities and a refrigerator. There is also a connection to the central vacuum cleaning system.

buildings
The buildings are situated in an extensively wooded area, open to the public on the basis of the 'everyman' rule. Both the lake and the village are about three kilometers from the centre. Larger places such as Mikkeli and Pieksämäki lie 40 kilometers further, Helsinki is 300 kilometers away and St. Petersburg 400 kilometers.

support
The artist-in-residence is supported by:
 

Arts Council Finland		AllaprimA foundation the Netherlands		Encouragement Fund Finland

Saksala ArtRadius

information:
Marja de Jong
mobile 00358 (0)50 4625 675
mail@saksala.org

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