معرفی
Mari Mäkiranta is an Associate Professor and University Lecturer at the Faculty of Art and Design, University of Lapland. She specializes in Arts-Based Research, Visual Arts, and Photography, with a focus on Arctic Studies and Art Activism. Her work often explores themes of poetics, environmental engagement, and social justice.
- Affiliations: Faculty of Art and Design, University of Lapland
- Roles: Principal Investigator in multiple research projects, including Artivismin ääret and Floating Peripheries
Research Interests: Her work bridges artistic practice with academic inquiry, emphasizing the intersection of art, activism, and environmental sustainability. Key areas include:
- Arts-Based Research methodologies
- Photography as a medium for social critique
- Arctic cultural identity and environmental issues
Publications: Over 100 outputs since 2000, including exhibitions, articles, and edited volumes. Recent works focus on collaborative projects addressing climate change and community engagement.
Scientific Awards
- Apuraha Cultural Sustainability & Photography -työpajalle (2011)
- Korkeatasoisesta taiteellisesta toiminnasta palkitseminen (2012)
- Korkeatasoisesta tieteellisestä julkaisemisesta palkitseminen (2012, 2014)
Projects: Lead researcher in initiatives like Artivismin ääret (2022–2026) and Liikkuvat periferiat (2017–2021). Active in international collaborations, including Nordic Council-funded projects.
Labs/Teams: Involved in the Northern Art, Community and Environment Research (NACER) group and the Arctic Sustainable Arts and Design (ASAD) network.
