The entrance of Korundi is illuminated by the neon light artwork Kurkkio, unveiled on October 24, 2024.

This neon light artwork now graces the museum’s entrance, creating a strong visual experience even before stepping into the gallery. Inspired by northern waterfalls, Kurkkio symbolizes a sense of constant flow, change, and movement, bridging nature with art.

The name, Kurkkio, comes from a local term meaning "waterfall." This reference is woven into the piece's form and structure. Rather than just representing a falling stream, Kurkkio plays with our perception, creating an illusion of movement within its static form. Curved and zigzag patterns suggest flowing water, and as our eyes meet contrasting colors and repeated patterns, the piece evokes a sense of perpetual motion.

The piece invites you to pause and reflect on how often we interpret our world through movement and change, even when things are not as they seem. This effect relies on our brain's tendency to "complete" what we see – it responds to the repetitive shapes and vivid neon hues by constructing an impression of flowing continuity. In this way, Kurkkio reveals how our brains shape dynamic interpretations, even from still imagery.

Kurkkio is a call to slow down, to observe, and to immerse yourself in the art of perception. It merges the wild beauty of the North with the timelessness of light and color, creating a unique experience for all who encounter it. I invite you to take a moment, let your eyes wander across its surface, and allow your own interpretations to unfold.