Biography
Jusa (b. 1997, Eno) is a self-taught painter who began his journey in 2023. His work is inspired by the European modernism of the early 1900s: particularly the vibrant light, liberated color and the emotional atmosphere of the post-impressionist and fauvist traditions. Based in Helsinki, he uses these historical styles to capture the Finnish landscape in a fresh, modern way.
His compositions frequently explore the Sous-bois genre, focusing on the intimate, structural complexity of the forest floor and the shifting light of the interior woods. Whether he is painting the woods near Helsinki or returning to his childhood home in North Karelia, Jusa studies how the light and atmosphere change through the seasons. His paintings often focus on the tall, vertical lines of the trees, looking for the natural structure and order that exists within the wild.
The fascination with the the 1900s extends beyond the canvas into his scientific career. As a scientist in nuclear engineering, Jusa identifies a parallel between the radical movements in art and the discovery of the atom the power it carries: both represent breakthroughs that changed humanity’s interpretation of reality and beyond. Today, Jusa researches novel small modular reactors to fight climate change. For him, art and science are two different tools for the same goal: art celebrates the beauty of nature, while science provides the practical solutions needed to protect it.
Jusa is also an active member of the VTT Art Club since he started his scientific career. VTT Art club organizes bi-annual exhibitions showcasing art the members have created throughout the year. He began working as the secretary of the club since 2026, helping in organizing the exhibitions and art events such as painting workshops.
“To me, art and science are definitely connected. To progress in these areas, one must stop thinking and act on the living world: experiment with new ideas, overcome fear of failure, and most importantly, embrace the possibility of appearing foolish. Our actions, like seeds sown in the soil, can grow into sturdy trees, beautiful flowers, and ultimately new seeds, thereby fostering new life.”
