Art Academics

The President of Finland awards the title of Art Academic to a distinguished artist nominated by the Arts Council of Finland. At any one time there can be up to 11 art academics. The title is ceremonial, and no salary or grant is paid to the holder of the title.

Art Academics

Ahtila Eija-Liisa, Media Artist

Bremer Caj, Photographer

Heiskanen Outi, Graphic Artist

Kaurismäki Aki, Film Director

Kunnas Kirsi, Author

Kuusela Marjo, Dance Artist

Långbacka Ralf, Theatre Director

Leiviskä Juha, Architect

Mäkelä Hannu, Author

Nurmesniemi Vuokko, Textile and fashion designer

Panula Jorma, Conductor