Helsinki · Est. 2024

Art
Is
Life.

A creative nonprofit where expression meets purpose — connecting Helsinki’s community through art, events, and shared imagination.

Art Is Life — Helsinki
08
MAR

Live Music

Dusky Night in Viikki: Rondorocks

Rondo Rocks erupted at Helsinki’s gritty Rondo Beer — a night of raw energy and community spirit.

04
MAR

Exhibition

Christ Ian — New Works

A solo showcase exploring identity, faith, and visual language through mixed media and illustration.

TBA
2026

Community

Open Studio Nights

Drop in, create freely, and connect with Helsinki’s creative community — all skill levels welcome.

What we
create

Photography

Bowling Wilbury — Landscape Series

Music

Rondorocks Live

Illustration

Christ Ian

Where
community
meets
creativity

Art is Life demonstrates how a simple idea — making art accessible to everyone — can evolve into a meaningful community effort.

What began as a small studio for people from various backgrounds has become a steady model for inclusion and creative expression, focusing on skill development and artistic independence.

Through workshops, outreach, and volunteer support, we bring visual arts education to people who might otherwise be left out.

3+
Years building community
50+
Events & exhibitions
Creative connections made
Dusky Night in Viikki: Rondorocks

8 Mar 2026 · Live Music

Dusky Night in Viikki: Rondorocks

Rondo Rocks erupted at Helsinki’s gritty Rondo Beer — an unforgettable night of raw community energy.

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Christ Ian

4 Mar 2026 · Exhibition

Christ Ian

A new series of works exploring the intersection of identity, spiritual imagery, and contemporary illustration.

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We're Back

4 Mar 2026 · News

We’re Back (With a New Site)

It finally happened — the new website is live. Here’s what’s changed and what’s coming next.

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