Arktinen taide avauksena kulttuuriseen kestävyysmurrokseen
Abstract
The concept of Arctic art is used in art research and discussions within the circumpolar Arctic region. Traditionally, Arctic art has been ethnographically labelled and associated with the Indigenous cultures of the area. Nowadays, the concept refers to contemporary art that addresses contemporary themes of the Arctic region and reflects, continues, or renews the area's cultural heritage. The concept has consciously been adopted as a tool for art decolonization as part of art-based action research aimed at the sustainability of artistic and cultural activities in the rapidly changing Arctic region. This article examines cultural, regional, and educational policy themes in recent research literature and discussions on Arctic art. Perspectives include decolonization of Arctic art, northern ways of knowing, cultural sustainability transition, support systems, and art education. As environmental crises, natural resource projects, and urbanisation transform the Arctic region, the recognition and resourcing of Arctic art are important leverage points for sustainability transition in Finland and elsewhere in the Arctic region.
