Joel Jalmari Ruokokoski

Place: Saint Petersburg

Born: 1886

Death: 1936

Biography:

Joel Jalmari Ruokokoski, known as Jali, was a Finnish Expressionist painter born in Saint Petersburg, Russia in 1886 and died in Helsinki, Finland in 1936. He is best known for his series of portraits, including numerous self-portraits, painted mostly during the 1910s.

Early Life and Education

Ruokokoski's father was a shoemaker from Savonia. He studied at the Central School of Art and Design from 1902 to 1904 and at the Art Society Drawing School from 1903 to 1906, where he met Tyko Sallinen. His first public showing came in 1905.

Artistic Career

Ruokokoski was very fond of public festivities, especially the circus. In 1909, he married a Swedish-Italian tightrope walker named Elvira Bono. In 1910, they were able to take a trip to Paris, courtesy of a scholarship, where he was introduced to the work of the Impressionists. Most of his works are landscapes and still-lifes. Although he never officially joined the November Group, he participated in the galleries set up by the group. His paintings can be found in several museums, including the Atheneumin Taidemuseo in Helsinki, Finland.

Notable Works and Museums

Some notable works by Ruokokoski can be found on Wikioo.org, including his portraits and landscapes. The Suomen Kansallisgalleria, also known as the Finnish National Gallery, is a great resource to learn more about Ruokokoski's work and other Finnish artists.

• Visit the Atheneumin Taidemuseo in Helsinki, Finland to see Ruokokoski's works in person.
• Check out Gunnar Berndtson's paintings at the Atheneumin Taidemuseo.
• Learn more about the Suomen Kansallisgalleria and its collections on Wikioo.org.

Legacy

Ruokokoski's work continues to be celebrated in Finland and around the world. His unique style and contributions to the Expressionist movement make him a notable figure in art history. To learn more about Ruokokoski and other Finnish artists, visit Wikioo.org or check out the Finnish National Gallery website.