Platform r.f. – Artspace and residency

Cultural Soup + Artist-Talk by Gael Kusa Kusa

Published 21/03/2023 by Platform

Welcome to enjoy a warm bowl of soup and meet the new Artist-in-residence Gael Kusa Kusa.

18.30 Soup is served

19.00 Artist-Talk

” After studying at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kinshasa, GAEL MASKI graduated from higher education in painting in 2013. He draws the language of his artistic universe from his personal history. Being a survivor of the war that struck the Democratic Republic of Congo in 1997, where he lost his father, a soldier who died at the front. He arrived in the capital of the country where he tried to find his bearings, how to grow in a post-war society. He became interested in art very early on as a way for him to reconnect his story with that of his society and thus rebuild a peaceful universe.

His work begins in society, the projects he carries out are projects carried out with communities, neighborhoods and families. It all starts with contact with people.

Maski has especially worked a lot with “the most deprived” who live in slums or in difficult conditions but who manage to survive in precarious realities thanks to their mental strength. Thus stories and personal memory feed the meaning of his work. In his work he questions the hierarchy of social memory.

With his camera as a means of collecting data in a fragmented way and through collage he creates both realistic and surreal worlds that eventually appear as a dream universe that serves as a moral remedy for any viewer who needs to fill an inner void and make a fresh start. Thus the word “poor” or “refugee” is used in his work as a metaphor that designates anyone in search of inner well-being.”

This event, including the soup, is free!

Bring a friend and see you on Wednesday 29 March, 18.30!

Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D

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Papermaking Workshop with Jenni Österlund

Published 01/03/2023 by Platform

Papermaking workshop

This is a workshop for you who want to learn the basics of papermaking and experiment with paper pulp as a medium.

We will use recycled paper and try out different techniques of creation.
The workshop also offers short introductions to watermark, pouring and multicolour techniques.

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Teacher: Jenni Österlund @pappersmagikern

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The workshop will be held in Swedish (and English if required.)

No prior knowledge is required and you do not need to bring anything to participate.

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The workshop is free and open to all, but you should sign up to attend.
The workshop has room for 8 participants.
Sign up now by sending your name and phone number to info@platform.fi

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Saturday 11 March
13.00-16.00
Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D

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14 Confessions of an Artist – Exhibition by Elena Rabkina

Published 21/02/2023 by Platform

Welcome to the Exhibition “14 confessions of an artist”

This is the final result of artist Elena Rabkina’s stay at Platform residence Jan- Feb 2023.

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The artist will be present to talk about the project and present the work.

From 18.00 The artist will hold a round table for those who want to meet up and discuss confessions together.

The main event starts at 19.00

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Snacks and drinks are provided

This event is free and open to everyone.
Bring a friend and join us on Saturday 25th
Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D

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See you there!

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The basics of Dj:ing WORKSHOP

Published 06/02/2023 by Platform

The Basics of Dj:ing WORKSHOP

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Teacher: Michele Uccheddu

Saturday 18th of February

13.00 – 16.00

Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D

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The workshop is free, but you need to sign up!

Send us your Name and Phone number

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The Basic DJ Workshop is designed for anyone who wants to explore the exciting world of DJing. Participants will have the opportunity to try their hand at different mixing techniques, familiarize themselves with the technology, and receive a brief overview of the history of music DJing.

The focus is not only on learning, but also on having fun and making new connections. You will experiment with music alongside others and discover new tunes along the way.

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By the end of the workshop, you will:

• Gain a deeper understanding of the history and art of DJing

• Practice various mixing techniques with hands-on experience

• Enjoy making music with others while socializing and discovering new tunes

• Enhance your listening skills

• Make new connections with other music enthusiasts.

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DISK JOCKEY

The disc jockey is usually an entertainment professional whose task is to select, very often in a discotheque or club, depending on the tastes of the public, the occasion, but also on his personal style, pieces of music of various kinds, through an amplification system, which the environment itself is equipped with, and to which the console (or disc-console) is connected…Want more?

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Show me yours, I’ll show you mine – Artist meet-up 5 Feb 19.00

Published 30/01/2023 by Platform

Elena Rabkina, Artist-in-residence at Platform is
calling all artists to join for a meet-up at @Platform_rf . To show and discuss your art and creations, enjoy others’ creations and connect with like-minded people.

Whether you have a piece to display on a projector or want to perform music, this is a safe space to share and be inspired. Bring your artwork and join us for a relaxed evening filled with good food, drinks, and great company. RSVP by sending a DM and let us know you’re coming so we can make sure there’s enough space for everyone. See you on Sunday, February 5th at 19:00 at Platform (Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D).

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14 Confessions to the City

Published 30/01/2023 by Platform

Exhibition ” 14 confessions to the city”

By Elena Rabkina

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Published 17/01/2023 by Platform

14 confessions to the city EXHIBITION +

14 confessions by the artist KICK-OFF

by Elena Rabkina, Artist-in-residency at Platform

20 January at 19.00

Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D Vasa

Platform will provide drinks and snacks

This event serves as an exhibition of the project 14 confessions to the city and is simultaneously the Kick-off of the project 14 confessions of the artist.

The first segment of the project was executed in Vienna in the form of an open diary. The second segment aims to explore the artistic journey in Ostrobothnia. As well as share the power of confession that lies in its ability to lay bare the most vulnerable parts of ourselves, creating a space for understanding, empathy, and connection with others.

“Elena Rabkina is a Belarusian artist that works with documentary photography and interactive art, as well as creates game. Her works often have social commentary and touch upon the topics of community, social justice, migration and ecology. As an artist Elena strongly believes in the power of connection and cocreation. “I have personally experienced the transformative power of community, and believe that through working together and sharing our unique perspectives and experiences, we can create something truly meaningful and impactful”.

During the Platform Art Residence Elena will work with the topic of confessions and will research the life of artistic communities and individuals in Ostrobothnia, as well as presenting the open diary with personal observations and a photo series about artistic life in Finland.”

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Cultural Soup & Presentation wit Elena Rabkina

Published 03/01/2023 by Platform

Cultural Soup. 5 Jan 19.00

Come have a free bowl of soup and meet Platform’s newest artist-in-residence Elena Rabkina

We are serving soup( vegan-friendly) from 19.00!

Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D

Elena Rabkina is a Belarusian artist that work with documentary photography and interactive art, as well as creates game. Her works often have social commentary and touch upon the topics of community, social justice, migration and ecology. As an artist Elena strongly believes in the power of connection and cocreation. “I have personally experienced the transformative power of community, and believe that through working together and sharing our unique perspectives and experiences, we can create something truly meaningful and impactful”.

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Christmas at Platform

Published 08/12/2022 by Platform

CHRISTMAS AT PLATFORM

Welcome to Platform’s Christmas Party

This event is free an open for anyone. Bring a friend and join us on Friday 16 December at Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D.

Program:
●18.30 Workshop TBA

●19.30 BINGO with the chance of winning art prices

●20.30-22.00 Dj set

+ other creative activities

Platform is providing snacks and drinks.

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Presentation & After Work

Published 28/11/2022 by Platform

KATHARINE MEEDING
PRESENTATION & AW

Tuesday 29th Nov.
19.00
Platform rf. Kyrkoesplanaden 20 D

Katharine Meeding is a South African painter who spent the last 2 months in residence at Platform.

”Finding Magic during Marraskuu
I am grateful that my residency coincided with the change of seasons. During this time I was reminded that nature (like us) is in a constant state of flux. I slowed down a lot, walked around and frequently revisited the same spots. I realised these scenes are never the same.
Nature chipped away at itself. The trees shed the golden colours and yet brilliant shards of autumnal colours clung on and caught my eye.
The bare bones of the trees etched the sky with sketchy lines, it felt like magical moments that blew past could stick to it at any moment.
A darker month makes for brighter dreams, and the magical creatures of Finland started visiting my room. I use white glitter a lot in my work. When the first snow started falling it felt like I was walking around in scenes from my imagination.
I was inspired to paint some of these creatures, and they are slowly gathering together in the window display of Platform.
I will be returning to warm, sunny South Africa soon.

Please join me for an after-work wine and tell me if you found any magic in this month of ‘marras’.”

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