Welcome to the viewing room of Tuomas Korkalo. His exhibition at Galleri Tapper-Popermajer, titled "The Sea is Like an Empty Box," draws from romanticism and constructivism. Korkalo’s distinctive style blends arbitrary geometry with playful experimentation, inviting viewers into a dynamic dialogue. Using water-based pigments on traditional canvas, he creates light and airy works.

Born in 1978, Tuomas Korkalo is a visionary artist from Rovaniemi, Finland. With a Fine Arts degree from Imatra Art School (2008), Korkalo has been a prominent figure in the Finnish art scene, earning the prestigious Lapland Art Prize in 2021. His art transcends traditional boundaries, employing a diverse array of techniques including drawing, painting, installations, and murals. Korkalo's abstract works are a playground of color and form, where geometric patterns dance with vibrant hues to create illusions of movement and space. His art invites viewers into a world where balance is both sought and subtly disrupted, engaging the audience in a visual dialogue that is both enchanting and thought-provoking. Korkalo's abstract paintings are particularly notable for their dynamic interplay of forms and colors. He describes his process as a blend of play and problem-solving, where each element on the canvas demands a counterpart to achieve harmony. Yet, it is the deliberate disruption of this balance that injects life into his works. Through recurring geometric patterns and compositions, Korkalo crafts illusions of movement and depth on flat surfaces, inviting viewers to immerse themselves in his vibrant landscapes. His work is a thoughtful exploration of color and light properties, drawing upon color theory and art historical influences to create scenes brimming with unreal coincidences and absurd narratives. These elements coalesce to forge captivating spatial experiences that transcend the confines of time and place. As Tuomas Korkalo continues to push the boundaries of abstract art, his creations remain a source of fascination and inspiration. His ability to blend technique, theory, and imagination ensures that each piece is not just seen but truly experienced. Through his art, Korkalo invites us into a realm where the impossible becomes tangible, challenging us to see beyond the visible world into one rich with color, form, and endless possibilities.