Yukina Yamamoto

TAIDEKYLVETYS (Art Bathing) performance is inspired by the place, vanha terveyslähde (old health spring). The old health spring led to a bathhouse culture in the 18th century in Loviisa. Traces of the bathing culture history can be seen still today. Our working group – Yukina Yamamoto, Tuuli Malla and Mari Mäkiö – has been exploring how water has been linked to thoughts and practices around healing and health. Performance combines Japanese calligraphy, plant colours and movement inspired by the environment. The idea of performance was developed during a two week residency at Art in Lov art residency in May and August 2023.

Supported by Art in Lov – Artist residency, City of Loviisa and archives of Loviisa City Museum