FINLAND & ESTONIA 2018
Craft Tour
MAKERS & MUSEUMS TOUR FINLAND - one of the design nations of the world - & ESTONIA - an emerging 21st century craft scene
A celebration of Finnish craft, design and architecture, along with a short trip to dis- cover the emerging 21st Century Estonian craft movement rooted in traditions
This tour is designed to celebrate the best of Finnish art and design by visiting the studios and homes of the most esteemed designers, craftsmen and ar- chitects, both past and present. Among them, the architects, Ilmari Tapiovaara, Alvar Aalto, Eliel Saari- nen, studio potter Erna Kaarina Aaltonen and, the workspace of Finland’s famous master cabinetmaker, designer Kari Virtanen and founder of Nikari, a com- pany making sustainable wooden furniture.
Additionally, as the Baltic country of Estonia con- tinues to shake off its Soviet legacy and emerge with a truly 21st century vibe, we will visit the leading museums in Tallinn and Tartu, as well as visit the lesser-known studios of craft artists and designers who capture the present-day design and technology led art scene.
We have created an itinerary that will provide you with a unique window into Finland as a design powerhouse. The journey takes you to he famed cooperative of Fiskars – home to over 120 artists, the former Arabia Studios in Helsinki, and a private tour of Arabia’s newly opened museum featuring Finland’s most celebrated design brands including Iittalia. and Museums Tours - Denmark – Modern Danish Design
A celebration of Denmark’s timeless beauty and simplicity in craft, design and architecture
Join Flow Gallery owner, Yvonna Demczynska and museum explorer, Cathy Giangrande and discover for yourself why Denmark’s design, architecture and craftsmanship is widely regarded as among the greatest in the world.
This tour will take you to see work by the most esteemed designers, craftsmen and architects both past and present, as well as studios and homes. Visit the houses of the designer Arne Jacobsen, and architect and industrial designer Finn Juhl, both known worldwide for their furniture designs. See the work of Hans Wegner – the undisputed man of Danish chair design and a driving force in the Danish Modern movement. Renowned artist, Bodil Manz represented in museums and collections throughout the world, glass artist, Steffen Dam and ceramist, Hans Vangsoe are among those who will open their studios to us for private visits.
You will discover how Denmark’s golden era, from the 1920’s to 1960’s when outstanding designers and craftspeople emerged onto the international design stage, influenced makers and designers across the globe. Known for their classic creations that embody simple lines, quality materials and functionality, Danish design is made for living and many of their masterpieces are still being reproduced today.
We have created an itinerary, based on our recent successful tours to another design nation – Finland. Besides studio visits, this journey will take you to the Ordrupgaard Museum set in an Art Park, the Louisianna Museum famed for its unexpected treasures and, to the island of Bornholm with its strong tradition of glass and ceramic craft where we will also visit the Ceramic Museum housed in an 1859 factory. Here too private visits to the makers’ workshops have been arranged, and there will be opportunities to purchase works directly from the artists in their studios. While in Copenhagen your home will be the chic urban boutique hotel, Ibsens Hotel in the charming Nansensgade area in the city centre, while lunches and dinners will be held in some of the best of the burgeoning new restaurant scene.
Come join Flow Gallery owner, Yvonna Demczynska and museum voyager, Cathy Giangrande and discover for yourself why Finnish design is held in such high regard and continues to be revered.
