Exterior view of the Fine Arts Campus.

Fine Arts Campus

Fine arts learning environment

Artists have been graduating from the traditional Kankaanpää School of Fine Arts for over 50 years. Nowadays, the campus is part of SAMK and students can graduate as Bachelors or Masters of Fine Arts from the Finnish degree programmes.

Education

Nowadays the Fine Arts Campus is known for its specialized Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree programme that emphasizes contemporary visual arts, including painting, printmaking, sculpture, installation, environmental art, and performance art. The campus is located in Kankaanpää, a small town with a strong focus on arts and culture, which provides students with a unique and peaceful environment for creative exploration.

The degree programme is designed to foster both practical skills and conceptual development in its students, encouraging interdisciplinary approaches and individual artistic growth. It promotes critical thinking and creative problem-solving, preparing students not only for careers as independent artists but also for work in various art-related fields. The curriculum often includes collaborative projects, workshops, and international exchange programs to provide a comprehensive learning experience.

The campus places a strong emphasis on community and public art. There are numerous sculptures and art installations, forming an outdoor sculpture park that attracts visitors and enhances the cultural atmosphere of the area. This public art initiative is also integrated into the learning experience, giving students real-world opportunities to create artworks that interact with public spaces.

The campus also houses an art gallery where students’ temporary exhibitions are held.

Restaurant

Restaurant 100art is located on the campus.

Here you can find us

Taidekoulun kampus ulkoapäin kuvattuna.

Fine Arts Campus

+358 2 620 3000 kirjaamo@samk.fi
Address
Paasikivenkatu 24, Kankaanpää
Postal address
P.O. Box 76, FI-38701 Kankaanpää, Finland

Päivi Tuuliniemi

Student Services Secretary
+358 44 710 6191 paivi.tuuliniemi@samk.fi
Office
Vice President for Education
Operating unit
Student Services
Establishment
Fine Arts Campus

I work as Student Services Secretary at The School of Fine Arts in Kankaanpää. I am also involved in many other tasks, such as communication, room reservations, dealing with international matters and making purchases.

Vesa-Matti Velhonoja

Head of Teaching
+358 44 710 6192 matti.velhonoja@samk.fi
Office
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Operating unit
Fine Arts
Establishment
Fine Arts Campus

Tomas Regan

Senior Lecturer
+358 44 710 3988 tomas.regan@samk.fi
Office
Faculty of Health and Welfare
Operating unit
Fine Arts
Establishment
SAMK Campus Pori