Jaakko Autio

Hello, I'm Jaakko Autio (b. 1981), a Finnish sound artist working in the field of contemporary art. My works have been presented in solo and group exhibitions as well as festivals in Finland and abroad.

My works are interpersonal and deal with human belonging in the world. They shake assumptions of otherness in a gentle way and aim to dismantle invisible boundaries between us. They provide spaces for diverse stories, perspectives, and geopolitical backgrounds. At their core is the simultaneity of diverse and shared humanity.

My artistic practice is guided by the philosophy of radical empathy. I aim to create safe and inclusive spaces where the individual is always approached with a gentle gaze. Basic security is essential for the experience of participation and the assimilation of new understanding.