Maija Tammi
Maija Tammi (b. 1985) is a Finnish artist and Doctor of Arts, whose artistic practice is characterized by the desire to get to the bottom of things. She works with scientists and specialists from different fields to create artworks that confront, surprise, and provoke feelings. Her photographs, videos and installations often examine the liminal areas of mortality and immortality, science, and art. Tammi’s work has been exhibited among others in Paris, Berlin, Rome, London, New York, and Tokyo, and she has five published books. Tammi’s artworks are for example in the collections of Museum of Contemporary Photography in Chicago, USA, Contemporary Art Museum Kiasma in Helsinki, Finland, and National Portrait Gallery in London, UK. Tammi currently holds the title Artist Professor for the years 2020–2024.
