Elli Maanpää in the Press & other mentions
Welcome to a curated collection of news features, interviews, and publications showcasing Finnish contemporary painter Elli Maanpää and her art. Elli’s vibrant creations have been featured in various media both in Finland and internationally. Here, you’ll find a glimpse of her artistic journey through the eyes of journalists and storytellers.
ARTPOD -Podcast | 2024 | Episode "Keskusteluja taiteesta ja rahasta: Pystytkö elättämään itsesi taiteilijana?"
The Artpod podcast is a bold contemporary art platform exploring themes, phenomena, and creators in today’s art world and their societal impacts. Elli Maanpää joined hosts Sini Kallio and Marika Häkkilä for a discussion on Art and Money: Can You Make a Living as an Artist?
The episode delves into where income comes from for two visual artists, the challenges of navigating a field that demands multidisciplinary skills, and contrasting views on entrepreneurship in the arts.
KUVITTAJA -Magazine | Number 3/2024 | "Studio: Elli Maanpää - Värikylläinen naisluola"
Elli Maanpää’s painting studio in Etu-Töölö, Helsinki, was featured in an article for KUVITTAJA magazine. The photograph, taken by Emma Suominen, captures Elli’s creative space. The cover illustration for this issue was created by Teo Georgiev.
The autumn 2024 issue of the Finnish illustration magazine Kuvittaja. The cover illustration for this issue was created by Teo Georgiev.
Elli Maanpää's painting studio, as featured in the autumn 2024 issue of the Finnish illustration magazine Kuvittaja. Photograph by Emma Suominen.
DIILI -TV Series | Season 4, Final Episode 14, 2024
Elli Maanpää’s painting 'Power Lady,' created live as part of the International Art & Soul events, was featured in the final episode of Diili (Season 4). The painting, fitting for the episode’s theme, was displayed in the background during the opening task.
A screenshot from the Finnish TV series Diili, where Elli Maanpää’s painting Power Lady is displayed in the background during the opening task of the final episode of Season 4.
SATASAIRAALA S-Building | 2023 | Art Collection Featured in Satakunnan Kansa and Länsi-Suomi Newspapers (Print & Web)
Through an open portfolio application in 2022, Elli Maanpää's painting 'Indescribable Peace of Mind' was acquired by the Adolescent Psychiatry ward at Satasairaala in Pori, Finland, alongside other beautiful art pieces by Marika Maijala, Taneli Stenberg, Ritva Kovalainen, and other notable artists.
Photograph from Satakunnan Kansa’s coverage of the opening of the S-Building at Satasairaala and its art collection, with Elli Maanpää’s painting featured as the headline photograph.
Announcement of selected artists for the S-Building at Satasairaala, published as a web release on their official site.
The opening of the S-Building at Satasairaala and its art collection, featured in Länsi-Suomi newspaper.
Länsi-Suomi’s coverage of the new art collection in 2023 at the S-Building of Satasairaala, highlighting the work of selected artists like Marika Maijala and Taneli Stenberg.
Photograph from Satakunnan Kansa’s coverage of the opening of the S-Building at Satasairaala and its art collection, with Elli Maanpää’s painting featured as the headline photograph.
ARTITUS PROJECT -Video Interview | 2022 | "Elli Maanpää- When art comes from the joy of the creation"
The video interview "Elli Maanpää: When Art Comes from the Joy of Creation" 2022 is part of the Artitus Project, an initiative by Barbara Kaucher. The project explores the personal philosophies of artisans through films, photographs, and interviews. Barbara Kaucher, with her background in philosophy and commercial photography, shares the belief that crafting is a transformative process, both for the creator and their work. In this interview, Elli Maanpää discusses her creative process, highlighting how joy and freedom in the act of creation shape her art.
CANVY -Blog | 2022 | "Interview with artist Elli Maanpää"
In this interview with Canvy, an online platform connecting artists and collectors, Elli Maanpää shares insights into her artistic journey, creative process, and experiences, from her colorful figurative paintings to her work with augmented reality. Elli also discusses the challenges and rewards of balancing multiple creative pursuits and offers advice for fellow artists.
Portrait of Finnish contemporary painter Elli Maanpää.
The article from Canvy, illustrated with Elli Maanpää’s artwork, showcasing her creative journey and artistic insights.
HELENE20 -Interview | 2020 | Art Project by Helsinki Hospital
The HELENE20 art project featured 6 young contemporary artists interpreting the light and shadow of the pandemic era, inspired by Finnish artist Helene Schjerfbeck's work. The exhibition aims to reflect the emotional complexities of the times, showcasing modern artistic expressions alongside Schjerfbeck's legacy. The project was featured across various media outlets, including radio and online platforms.
All six HELENE20 project participants—Elli Maanpää, Emilio Mäkipää, Janne Jääskeläinen, Aura Latva-Somppi, Marika Schulze, and Alma Peltola—pose together in the exhibition space in 2020. The exhibition, organized by Helsinki Hospital, was inspired by Helene Schjerfbeck's Self-portrait, light and shadow, reflecting the light and shadow of the pandemic year
Elli Maanpää featured in Kallio-lehti, posing in front of her artwork created for the HELENE20 exhibition. The piece, inspired by Helene Schjerfbeck’s Self-portrait, light and shadow, was later auctioned to support cancer research.
The HELENE20 exhibition art project, inspired by Helene Schjerfbeck, was featured on Radio Suomen Päivä by YLE in 2020.
In the Media: Articles, Features, and More
Since 2007, Elli Maanpää’s career-hopping creative journey has been featured in numerous outlets. Her work spans various fields of art, from visual arts to design and illustration. Occasionally, her name is misspelled as Mäenpää, but rest assured, it’s still the Maanpää you know.
10.3.2024 - Länsi-Uusimaa: The article is not about me but my interactive painting installation in the backdrop.
16.8.2023 - Aamuposti Viikko
13.8.2023 - Yle Västnyland
2023 - Länsi-Uusimaa
2022 - Lapuan Sanomat
2022 - Lapuan Sanomat
2021 - Oriveden Sanomat
2020 - Ulvilan Seutu
2020 - Munkin Seutu
2019 - Kansallismuseon Instagram
2019 - Turku AMK Talk Taide
2015 - Kotiliesi (Nimi kirjoitettu väärin)
2014 - Tampere Film Festival
2014 - Tampere Film Festival
2012 - Porilainen
2010 - Helsingin Kaupunki
2007 - Karjalainen
CLOSING NOTE
Thank you for taking the time to explore the stories and publications featuring my art. If you would like to feature me or my work in your article, interview, or story, I’d love to hear from you. Please feel free to reach out via email at elli@maanpaa.com.
Warmly,
Elli Maanpää
Elli Maanpää