Nikodeemus Toukola
Finland
Artist introduction Nikodeemus Toukola 2023 1979 born artist from Finland. Drawn since the age of 5, self-taught Photoshop, and animation software since age 14. BA, 2008 Lahti University of Applied Sciences, The Institute of Design. 2006 participant of Biennale of Saint-Etienne, France, 2014 solo exhibition, Helsinki, FI. Ongoing independent art projects. Musician, Photographer, Illustrator, Author, Graphic Designer, Videomaker, Traditional Artist. 2004 diagnosed with mental illness, and trying to be normal ever since. “Art liberates, art saves - Unknown treasures for Heaven.”
The artists' stories
"The Vibrant Mind" is an art contest that celebrates artistic expression from individuals with mental health conditions. By focusing on the artists' work rather than their various diagnoses, it hopes to promote a stigma-free and inclusive environment.
That being said, the participants were given the option to share their background stories if they wished to do so.