Nowadays the Fine Arts Campus is known for its specialised Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree programme that emphasises contemporary visual arts, including painting, printmaking, sculpture, installation, environmental art, and performance art. The campus is located in Kankaanpää, a small town with a strong focus on arts and culture, which provides students with a unique and peaceful environment for creative exploration.
The degree programme is designed to foster both practical skills and conceptual development in its students, encouraging interdisciplinary approaches and individual artistic growth. It promotes critical thinking and creative problem-solving, preparing students not only for careers as independent artists but also for work in various art-related fields. The curriculum often includes collaborative projects, workshops, and international exchange programs to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
The campus places a strong emphasis on community and public art. There are numerous sculptures and art installations, forming an outdoor sculpture park that attracts visitors and enhances the cultural atmosphere of the area. This public art initiative is also integrated into the learning experience, giving students real-world opportunities to create artworks that interact with public spaces.
The campus also houses an art gallery where students’ temporary exhibitions are held.
Restaurant Paletti is located on the campus.
Visitors can enter the campus accessibly during opening hours through the main entrance doors (Paasikivenkatu 24).
There is no information desk on the ground floor of the Fine Arts Campus. Visitors should wait for reception in the lobby. Movement between floors is possible by lift.
An accessible toilet is available on the same floor as the entrance. Another accessible toilet is located on the 2nd floor.
Guide and assistance dogs are welcome.
The accessibility of the campus facilities has been assessed using the suomi.fi accessibility tool, and SAMK’s service location information can also be found on the suomi.fi website:
I work as Student Services Secretary at The School of Fine Arts in Kankaanpää. I am also involved in many other tasks, such as communication, room reservations, dealing with international matters and making purchases.
I have been the head of teaching for the fine arts education program since 2021. Prior to that, I was a team leader and have been working full-time in visual arts education since 2000. I have a masters degree in art history, and besides my areas of expertise are contemporary art, aesthetics, and art theory. I am also interested in architecture, public space, and the visual environment.
I work as a technician at the Kankaanpää campus. The job is diverse and includes, procurement of materials, maintaining facilities and equipment, transporting artworks, and assisting with teaching tasks.