Mikael Alanko graduated as a Visual Expression Practitioner in 2022 from Salpaus Further Education. Despite his young age, Alanko has already participated in numerous exhibitions, the most notable being Generation 2020 at Amos Rex and his solo exhibition at Gallery Uusi Kipinä in 2023. He is a highly versatile artist, interested in both two- and three-dimensional work as well as animation. Alanko’s works are powerful and often carry a strong message.
Mikael Alanko
Art Studio: Kaarisilta Art Studio
I believe the world cannot be changed through violence, but by fighting against evil. While atheism and Buddhism debate—though respectfully—over the philosophical question of God’s existence, my own answer and guiding principle in life is philosophy.
I escape reality into a world of fantasy. In a way, I want to understand myself. I like metal music. I create a world out of culture and mythology. I read military history. Music and history inspire me.
Artworks
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b.2001 Kausala
Lives and works in Nastola, Finland
Contact: misku12.ma@gmail.com
Education
2019–2022 – Vocational Qualification in Media and Visual Expression, Specialization in Visual Expression, Salpaus Further Education
2018–2019 – Preparatory Training I, Kaarisilta Association / Salpaus Further Education
Solo Exhibitions
2023 – Galleria Uusi Kipinä, Lahti
Group Exhibitions
2024 – Valloittava luovuus (Captivating Creativity), Kaarisilta Art Studio, Orimattila Art Museum
2024 – Wonderland X, Urban Art in a Demolition Site, Kerava
2023 – Bridge Over, Art Kaarisilta Gallery, Helsinki
2022 – Tuesday, Art Kaarisilta Gallery, Helsinki
2022 – Travel Images: A Good Monday, Galleria Nuovo, Lahti
2021 – November, Art Kaarisilta Gallery, Helsinki
2021 – Kaarisilta Biennale V: Goes Green, Villähde, Lahti
2021 – Green Church, Creation Mass, Lahti
2021 – SAKUstars, National Culture Competition, Iisalmi Cultural Centre
2020 – Kuv19_Paintings, Art Kaarisilta Gallery, Helsinki
2020 – SAKUstars, Stadin AO, Helsinki
2020 – Generation 2020, Amos Rex, Helsinki
2019 – Kaarisilta Biennale IV, Nastola
2019 – Engel-Makasiini, Nastola
2018–2019 – Autumn Salon, Ersta Manor, Nastola
Awards and Grants
2023 – Targeted Grant, Finnish Cultural Foundation, Päijät-Häme Regional Fund
2021 – Honorable Mention in Painting Category, SAKUstars National Art Competition for Vocational Students
2020 – 1st Prize in Painting Category, SAKUstars National Art Competition for Vocational Students
2019–2020 – Selected artwork for New Year’s Poster, Lahti Children’s Winter Carnival