Introducing Myself

Ollipekka Kangas is an artist and educator known for his diverse artistic practices, including contemporary art, experimental photography, and graphic design. He maintains a blog where he shares insights related to his work and artistic explorations.

Blog Overview

- **Content Focus**: Kangas's blog features discussions on various topics such as:

- **Art Techniques**: He explores innovative methods like solarigraphic photography, which involves using pinhole cameras for long exposures that can last from months to years[2].

- **Art Education**: As a lecturer at the University of Turku, he often integrates educational themes into his posts, discussing how art can be utilized in teaching[4].

- **Art Exhibitions**: He shares updates about his exhibitions, including his recent work titled "Feels Like Blue," which delves into the emotional and symbolic significance of the color blue in art[1].

- **Artistic Philosophy**: Kangas emphasizes the connection between nature and human emotion in his artwork. His blog reflects this philosophy, inviting readers to engage with the deeper meanings behind colors and forms[1][6].

- **Engagement with AI**: He also discusses modern topics such as AI in art, showcasing how technology influences contemporary artistic practices[1].

Kangas’s blog serves as a platform for both personal expression and educational outreach, making it a valuable resource for art enthusiasts and students alike.

Sources

[1] Ollipekka Kangas Art: Etusivu https://www.ollipekka.fi

[2] ULTRA SLOW PINHOLE PHOTOGRAPHY - SOLARIGRAFIA http://solarigrafia.blogspot.com/2008/05/ultra-slow-photography.html

[3] Kuvamanipulaatioita tekemään - KUVAKANGAS http://kuvakangas.blogspot.com/2016/01/kuvamanipulaatioita-tekemaan.html

[4] GREEN SCREEN-KUVAUS OPETUKSESSA - KUVAKANGAS http://kuvakangas.blogspot.com/2019/03/green-screen-kuvaus-opetuksessa-green.html

[5] EXTRAS | Ollipekka Kangas Art https://www.ollipekka.fi/extras

[6] Artist Profile - Ollipekka Kangas - Artistcloseup.com https://www.artistcloseup.com/blog/artist-profile-ollipekka-kangas

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November 14, 2024

Welcome to the Apple Education Community. I enjoyed reading through your blog posts. I enjoyed your post on pinhole cameras; it was something I did many years ago.

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