Welcome to a water-themed gathering of researchers and artists at the House of Science and Hope, Puistokatu 4, on 19 August from 6 pm to 8 pm!
During the evening, we’ll hear short talks that shed light on ongoing research and artistic work related to water, as well as exploring water as a source of inspiration.
Speakers include Riikka Latva-Somppi, Marco Casagrande, Taru Peltola, Maaretta Krohn, Miina Porkka and Amanda Sundell. There will also be improvised music by Risto Puurunen.
The event is open to all researchers, artists and actors working in the field of water. The event will be held in Finnish and requires advance registration.
Programme
18 Welcome words
Programme Manager Minttu Salminen from Puistokatu 4 and Curator Riikka Latva-Somppi from the Fiskars Biennale
18.10 Water as an exhibition theme
Curator Marco Casagrande
18.20 How have humans influenced the freshwater cycle on our planet?
Miina Porkka, Associate Professor of Environmental Sciences, University of Eastern Finland
18.30 Our shared Baltic Sea – how can we make research available to a wider audience more quickly?
Amanda Sundell, Tvärminne, University of Helsinki
18.40 Improvisational music with self-made instruments
Musician Risto Puurunen
18.50 Water as inspiration for artistic work
Artist Maaretta Krohn
19 The interaction between art and science
Artist and researcher Riikka Latva-Somppi
19.10 What thoughts did the presentations provoke?
Keynote listener: Professor Taru Peltola, Researcher in naturecultures, University of Eastern Finland
19.15 Table discussions in small groups
Wine and light refreshments will be served
The event brings fresh, inspiring perspectives to the themes of water conservation and provides an opportunity for dialogue between science and the arts. The event is open to all researchers, artists and practitioners working in the field of water.