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A Cube of Air

A Cube of Air is an environmental work of art situated on the Rokua Stadium hill.

The Story

The title refers to the cubic metre of clean air inside the cube. Air does not respect boundaries, it cannot be owned. Finland has no climate of its own.

The work highlights the geological history of the region: the traces of the Ice Age and the land uplift. The material of the cube on top of the ridge, the fir balk, combines geometric form with the vitality and warmth of the natural material.

The blue colour contrasts with the colours of the surrounding nature. The work reveals the distinctive, beautiful form of the ridge landscape. Its scale, shape, and colouring make it part of the landscape, and the landscape becomes part of the work.

The Artists

The artist couple Päivi Pussila and Raimo Törhönen create paintings, drawings, sculptures, installations, and environmental art. The works draw profound meanings from their surroundings, especially the landscape and the forest. In environmental art, they are particularly interested in considering the environment, so that the work is carried out ecologically and that it blends into the landscape. In addition to their artistic work and exhibitions, they have worked as art teachers, tutors, and guides, organising various art courses, camps, and exhibition projects.

The Builders

Sculptor Sakari Matinlauri, entrepreneur Timo Tervonen, and Laura and Tero Simojoki helped to create the work.

The Journey of Discovery in Art

The seven works of art in the Journey of Discovery in Art project highlight the natural and cultural heritage of the landscapes in the Rokua Geopark area, recognised as being of national importance, through environmental art. The works are inspired by three main themes: geological heritage, tar, and legends. The works have been funded by the Council of Oulu Region (AKKE funding) and the founders of Rokua Geopark (the municipalities of Muhos, Utajärvi, and Vaala, the Rokuan Terveys- ja Kuntouttamissäätiö foundation and Metsähallitus) and commissioned by Humanpolis.