Pekka Hokkanen
Basic information
b. 1979, Kuivaniemi
Graphic Artist/Printmaker
Contact information
Email: pekka@pekkahokkanen.com
Artist’s Statement
Pekka Hokkanen (b.1979) is a finnish printmaker. He is working with mezzotint, copper engraving, dry point, woodcut and several drawing techniques. His works are usually enigmatic and finished. Also, his methods and materials are vegan-friendly.
"My working process start two different ways. The first is to built whole artwork as a puzzle. Another way is just work with idea, which is already in my mind. To me, the most important things in my working process are good idea and finished result."
Pekka Hokkanen is a member of The Association of Finnish Printmakers, Finnish Woodcut Artist Association and Lahti Graphic Artist Association. His works are included in several public and private art collections. Hokkanen has particpated in many international exhibitions in Finland and abroad. He has had private exhibitions in Finland and Bulgaria. He is internationally awarded printmaker.
"My working process start two different ways. The first is to built whole artwork as a puzzle. Another way is just work with idea, which is already in my mind. To me, the most important things in my working process are good idea and finished result."
Pekka Hokkanen is a member of The Association of Finnish Printmakers, Finnish Woodcut Artist Association and Lahti Graphic Artist Association. His works are included in several public and private art collections. Hokkanen has particpated in many international exhibitions in Finland and abroad. He has had private exhibitions in Finland and Bulgaria. He is internationally awarded printmaker.
Current information
Artist's profilen in Taiko art online shop:https://taiko.fi/pekkahokkanen
UPCOMING EXHIBITIONS
Rantatien Galleria, Tuusula
7.8. - 20.8.2017
Galleria Artika, Helsinki
29.08. - 10.09.2017
Any possible changes will be informed here and also Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/hokkanenpekka
