CV
I have been working in the visual communications field for over a decade, creating illustrations, graphic design, and fine art. My work has been showcased across Europe at various festivals and exhibitions. In recent years, I have also focused on UI/UX design, bringing creativity and functionality together in digital experiences.
Find me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heta-linneakovanen/
Website: https://heta.design/
EDUCATION
2025- Master of Culture and Arts, Savonia University of Applied Sciences (ongoing)
2022 Full-stack Web Developer Bootcamp, Academic Work Academy
2021 Producer of Visual Expression, Pekka Halonen Academy of Arts
2017 Bachelor in Business Administration BBA, Jyväskylä University of Applied Sciences
2009 Secondary High School graduate, Vesanto
MEMBERSHIPS
THE FINNISH ILLUSTRATION ASSOCIATION KUVITTAJAT
GRANTS
2024 The Finnish Illustration Association Kuvittajat Grant for Expenses
2024 Grafia, Educational Grant
2024 JOKES, Grant for Expenses
2023 The Finnish Illustration Association Kuvittajat Grant for Expenses
2022 The Finnish Illustration Association Kuvittajat, Grant for Expenses
2022 Arts Promotion Centre Finland, Working Grant
2021 The Finnish Illustration Association Kuvittajat ry, Grant for Expenses
2021 Freelance Graafikot, Grant for Expenses
2021 Grafia, Grant for Expenses
2021 Arts Promotion Centre Finland, Working Grant
2021 JOKES, Working Grant
2021 Arts Promotion Centre Finland, Working Grant
2021 Summer of the Arts by Kulta ry & Finnish Cultural Foundation, Working Grant
2021 Pekka Halonen Academy of Arts, Scholarship
2020 The Finnish Illustration Association Kuvittajat, Working Grant
2020 Arts Promotion Centre Finland, Working Grant
ART TEACHING AND CURATING, PERFORMANCES
2023 Illustration Course Teacher, Comics Center Helsinki
2021 Illustration Course Teacher, Hertsikan Pumppu Helsinki
2018-2020 Founder and Curator at Luova Art Gallery (Luova Records), online
2012-2014 Curating Assistan at Om’Pu Gallery, Helsinki
2017 Performace Artists, International Poetry Festival Eskisehir, Turkey W/ AURA KAJANIEMI
2008 Museum Guide at Vesanto Croft Museum
You can find even longer CV at https://heta.design/
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