Mikko Kuorinki's '44 Weeks of Words' exhibit was displayed at Helinski's Kiasma museum. As is apparent in the title, the Kiasma establishment displayed Kuorinski's succinct, witty remarks on a weekly basis between March 2010 and February 2011.
Phrases that read "Sometimes everything seems so oh I don't know" and "People remain what they are even if their faces fall apart" let viewers into the complicated mind of Kuorinki. The critically acclaimed artist studied at Helinski's University of Arts and Design and has since put his work on display at spots like the Gallerie Pictura and BOA Gallery.
There is something incredibly moving about the 44 Weeks of Words project. Although the phrases span a few lines only, they have been taken from the books of magnates like Gertrude Stein and Aram Saroyan and are consequently rich in knowledge and history.
What's Driving This Trend
- Short-phrase Art
- Creating works of art featuring short phrases and sentences to convey a deeper message with brevity.
- Weekly Exhibit Displays
- Displaying works of art and other creative endeavors on a weekly basis to keep content fresh and engaging.
- Literature-inspired Art
- Drawing inspiration from literary works and incorporating them into works of art and other forms of creative expression.
Who This Affects Most
- Museums and Galleries
- Opportunities for museums and galleries to feature exhibits centered around short phrases and weekly displays.
- Fine Art and Design
- Opportunities for artists and designers to incorporate literary works into their creations and showcase them in a weekly series.
- Publishing
- Opportunities for publishing companies to work with artists to create books and other forms of literature that feature short phrases as works of art.
