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

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
11.05.2026 hrs 13:53

Interviews from previous years

Western Uusimaa: Onnellisen sepän paja

Two master blacksmiths, Juhani Krappe and Sami Ryhänen, have been located at the locomotive stables, right by the railroad station in Karja since last summer, after a long stretch at Billnäs Village. Read more »
Jani A. Purhonen
12.08.2022 hrs 13:30

Lapland: Elina Länsman

Konstrundan’s northern most studio is Elina Länsman’s.Read more »
Ami Avellán
12.08.2022 hrs 13:30

Helsinki: Hanna-Kaisa Korolainen

Behind the plain facade in the basement of a house in Kumpula, is the shared studio space of four artists bursting with creativity. One of the creatives working in the idyllic wooden house neighbourhood is the artist, designer and artisan Hanna-Kaisa Korolainen.Read more »
Ida Taavitsainen
12.08.2022 hrs 13:30