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Lokal is a Helsinki–based concept gallery bringing forth local artwork and collectible design. Inspired by a blend of artistic expression and craftsmanship, Lokal embraces sustainability and small–scale production. Fostering a supportive creative community rooted in heritage and a close relationship to nature is at the core of their activity. Lokal’s curated exhibitions can be viewed both at their homelike gallery space in Helsinki, as well as online. During 3daysofdesign, Lokal collaborates with The Finnish Cultural Institute in Denmark to present an exhibition featuring a group of Finnish artists and makers working at the intersection of fine art and functionality.

The expression A Prima Vista is borrowed from musical terminology; playing directly from notes at first sight. One could also speak of “amore a prima vista” – a feeling that arises at the sight of a new love, as an artist discovers a new expression or the blossoming of new life in late spring and early summer – that annual miracle. The group exhibition consists largely of worlds and work ensembles that combine the traditions of fine arts, refined craftsmanship and collectible design. Artists & Makers: Ville Aakula, Paul Flanders, Saija Halko, Antrei Hartikainen, Hemmo Honkonen, Tatu Laakso, Nathalie Lautenbacher, Waltter Mahlberg, Santeri Mortti, Outi Martikainen, Rasmus Palmgren, Riikka Piippo, Carlo Raymann, Renata Schirm, Milla Vaahtera, Sini Villi, Didi NG Wing Yin. The exhibition is supported by: Embassy of Finland in Denmark, The Finnish-Danish Cultural Foundation and Asko Foundation.

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A Prima Vista — Opening Party
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Address
Orient Plads 1, 2nd Floor, 2150 Copenhagen
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10:00
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Odd Fellow Palæet, Bredgade, København, Indre By, Danmark
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16:00
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Frederiksgade 1, 1265 Copenhagen
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Embassy of Portugal, Toldbodgade 31, 1253 Copenhagen
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