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I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

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I have been obsessed with Finno-Baltic mythology since I was a child and was very excited to start a personal art project where I would illustrate some of my favorite creatures from Finnish folklore.

I couldn´t stop there and actually ended up creating some illustrations inspired by stories of the Sapmi from Lapland.

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Vellamo Goddess of the sea

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

Vellamo dress details

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

Bird woman

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

Bird woman close up

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

Ahti God of the Sea

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

Ahti face close up

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

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Sarahkka Goddess of giving birth

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

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Juksakka Goddess of hunt

I Created A Series Of Illustrations Inspired By Finnish Mythology And Folklore (9 Pics)

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Niina Niskanen is an artist and illustrator from Finland.

Niina Niskanen is an artist and illustrator from Finland.

Gabrielė Malukaitė

Hi there! I'm Gabrielė, but you can also catch me responding to Gab, Gabi, Gabert, or Gabe – take your pick. Professionally, I'm the senior community manager over at Bored Panda, helping people share their awesome work and connecting artists with a worldwide audience. Beyond work, you'll catch me traveling, listening to vinyl and diving into movies, art exhibitions, and concerts. I'm a culture buff at heart, always eager to explore and embrace the richness of the human experience.

Hi there! I'm Gabrielė, but you can also catch me responding to Gab, Gabi, Gabert, or Gabe – take your pick. Professionally, I'm the senior community manager over at Bored Panda, helping people share their awesome work and connecting artists with a worldwide audience. Beyond work, you'll catch me traveling, listening to vinyl and diving into movies, art exhibitions, and concerts. I'm a culture buff at heart, always eager to explore and embrace the richness of the human experience.

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