Veikko Vionoja (Laine Vionojo until 1943; 30 October 1909, Ullava - 15 September 2001, Espoo); Finnish painter. Vionoja studied at the Finnish Art Association's drawing school in 1936-1938 and debuted in 1939. Vionoja was originally called Veikko Laine, but because another artist had the same name, he changed his name to Vionoja, an adaptation of his mother's maiden name Widenoja. Vionos originated from Ulvina in central Ostrobothnia, and the outdoor lighting is reflected in his works on subject selections and light handling. Typical topics include the Northeastern landscapes, the fields and farm buildings. Often the landscape is viewed from a window. Vionoja also painted human figures and portraits. His work has both national and international features. The national features are not only Ostrobothnian countryside views but also the clear heritage of folk art. Vionoja has photographed, in addition to the interior pictures, courtyards and people of houses, also light. Vionoja received the Pro Finlandia Medal in 1959, and in 1973 was awarded the title of Professor. Vionoja's works are featured in the family's summer garden in Ulla. [Google translation of https://fi.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veikko_Vionoja] Vionoja's production is characterized by fields, landscapes, courtyards, interior and window views. He spent his summer in Central and South Ostrobothnia. The summer sketches were given their final shape in winter at the studio house at Lalluka's studio in Helsinki. Vionoja's works are marked by a glazing technique with several layers of color overlapping, says curator Timo Huusko. [Google translation of text at https://yle.fi/uutiset/3-6158618] undefined

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