Channeling a Spirit

Nordic ReachVol. 21 Nbr. 24, June 2008News

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Since then, [Louekaris] has never looked back. She has consistently produced striking designs characterized by vibrant color combinations and expressive motifs. Louekaris typically depicts the modernist mayhem of the urban centre - as captured in prints such as 'Hetkiä' and 'Ystävät' - or portrays tranquil settings in the natural world - such as 'Kaiku' and 'Ho-hoi'. "Cities inspire me with their energy, the people, buildings, events, and phenomena," Louekaris said. "Cities are multilayered and multi-dimensional: They function as entities but yet come alive through the power of individuals.

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Channeling a Spirit

When Maija Louekaris won a design competition held by Finnish fabric magnate Marimekko, it was a textile designer's dream come true. A graduate studen...

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