Elina Brotherus (FI, b. 1972) is one of Scandinavia’s most recognised contemporary artists, now living between France and Helsinki. Her work encompasses both autobiographical and art historical approaches, exploring the human figure, landscapes, and the artist–model relationship. Recently, Brotherus’ focus has turned to revisiting Fluxus scores, as well as to photographing in architect-designed homes. Her works are held in major international collections, including that of the Centre Pompidou, Paris.
Here, Brotherus presents photographs from the Villa Tammekann series, shot in one of the only private homes designed by Alvar Aalto outside Finland. The photographs reflect on the house’s layered history and the Tammekann family’s forced departure in 1940: as the series unfolds, bright summer light contrasts with a growing sense of darkness, evoking absence, memory, and the quiet tension of imminent loss.
Artist is presented by Gallery Halmetoja
