Taitelijat

Taitelijat was a Finnish avant-garde art journal published from 1917 to 1918. The journal was founded by a group of young artists, writers, and critics who were associated with the Finnish avant-garde movement.

During its existence, Taitelijat was known for its promotion of modernist and experimental art practices. The journal featured works by prominent Finnish artists, including those associated with the Go Ahead group, a collective of avant-garde artists active in Finland during the 1910s. The Go Ahead artists sought to break away from traditional artistic norms and explore new forms of expression.

Taitelijat's editorial staff, which included the artist and critic Iivari Jöns, sought to create a platform for the exchange of ideas and dialogue among Finnish artists. The journal's publication list included works in various media, including painting, sculpture, and printmaking.

Taitelijat's brief publication run was significant for the Finnish art world, as it helped to establish Finland as a hub for modernist experimentation. The journal's contributors and staff played an important role in shaping the course of Finnish art history, influencing the development of attitudes towards modernism in the country.

After its second and final publication in 1918, Taitelijat ceased operations. However, its legacy continued to influence Finnish art, paving the way for future generations of avant-garde artists and critics.