Rosa Kansala
Hi, I'm Rosa Kansala (she/her), an artist and illustrator from Rovaniemi. I am an educated graphic designer (Karelia University of Applied Sciences) and a Master of Arts (University of Lapland). I do commissioned art, illustration and graphic design.
I prefer to make my illustrations by hand and adding the finishing touches digitally, but I also have experience in digital painting and mixed techniques. My heart lights up when I get my hands on a good story or a funny character. I love organic textures, but I'm also capable of fulfilling neat and tidy vector graphics.
I can communicate in Finnish, English and Dutch. I also know some Swedish and a little French. Working together with me is flexible and possible also remotely. You can contact me via e-mail.
I'm specialized in watercolor illustration. I have a good understanding of layout and print production and thus can help you with your project from start to finish. I'm especially interested in children´s books and other book projects.
Carelian climbers, Yellow Film & TV Ltd, WSOY, Sydänlapset ja -aikuiset ry, Luotoluoto Ltd, Tablebed Ltd, University of Lapland, Kuusamo Music Camp, Susiraja Sports Reporters' Association
Rat in a pantry / My project
Digital watercolor illustration.
Rat in a pantry / My project
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A Dive into the Heart / Noth Karelia Central Hospital
”A dive into the heart”
My artwork is situated In the North Karelia Central Hospital, in a examination room in the childrens’ department that was opened in 2020. I painted the work with acrylics and added LED lights and 3D levels for liveliness and depth. The project was funded by Sydänlapset ja -aikuiset association.
Pictures of the artwork on the ceiling are taken by Henna Hietainen.
A Dive into the Heart / Noth Karelia Central Hospital
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A Dive into the Heart / Noth Karelia Central Hospital
”A dive into the heart”
My artwork is situated In the North Karelia Central Hospital, in a examination room in the childrens’ department that was opened in 2020. I painted the work with acrylics and added LED lights and 3D levels for liveliness and depth. The project was funded by Sydänlapset ja -aikuiset association.
Pictures of the artwork on the ceiling are taken by Henna Hietainen.
A Dive into the Heart / Noth Karelia Central Hospital
”A dive into the heart”
My artwork is situated In the North Karelia Central Hospital, in a examination room in the childrens’ department that was opened in 2020. I painted the work with acrylics and added LED lights and 3D levels for liveliness and depth. The project was funded by Sydänlapset ja -aikuiset association.
Pictures of the artwork on the ceiling are taken by Henna Hietainen.
A Dive into the Heart / Noth Karelia Central Hospital
”A dive into the heart”
My artwork is situated In the North Karelia Central Hospital, in a examination room in the childrens’ department that was opened in 2020. I painted the work with acrylics and added LED lights and 3D levels for liveliness and depth. The project was funded by Sydänlapset ja -aikuiset association.
Pictures of the artwork on the ceiling are taken by Henna Hietainen.
Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
I made two illustrations for the covers of imaginary childrens’ books that were presented in a comedy TV-series Rakkaat lapset (Dear children). The series tells about an old childrens’ book author who is tired of her life’s work. She neglects her daughters and focuses her attention on her lazy and selfish son.
The illustration is designed for a wrapped cover paper that partly wraps inside the covers.
Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
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Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
I made two illustrations for the covers of imaginary childrens’ books that were presented in a comedy TV-series Rakkaat lapset (Dear children). The series tells about an old childrens’ book author who is tired of her life’s work. She neglects her daughters and focuses her attention on her lazy and selfish son.
The illustration is designed for a wrapped cover paper that partly wraps inside the covers.
Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
I made two illustrations for the covers of imaginary childrens’ books that were presented in a comedy TV-series Rakkaat lapset (Dear children). The series tells about an old childrens’ book author who is tired of her life’s work. She neglects her daughters and focuses her attention on her lazy and selfish son.
The illustration is designed for a wrapped cover paper that partly wraps inside the covers.
Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
I made two illustrations for the covers of imaginary childrens’ books that were presented in a comedy TV-series Rakkaat lapset (Dear children). The series tells about an old childrens’ book author who is tired of her life’s work. She neglects her daughters and focuses her attention on her lazy and selfish son.
The illustration is designed for a wrapped cover paper that partly wraps inside the covers.
Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
Click to see more about the project.
Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
I made two illustrations for the covers of imaginary childrens’ books that were presented in a comedy TV-series Rakkaat lapset (Dear children). The series tells about an old childrens’ book author who is tired of her life’s work. She neglects her daughters and focuses her attention on her lazy and selfish son.
The illustration is designed for a wrapped cover paper that partly wraps inside the covers.
Illustration for a book in a TV series / Yellow Film & TV Ltd
I made two illustrations for the covers of imaginary childrens’ books that were presented in a comedy TV-series Rakkaat lapset (Dear children). The series tells about an old childrens’ book author who is tired of her life’s work. She neglects her daughters and focuses her attention on her lazy and selfish son.
The illustration is designed for a wrapped cover paper that partly wraps inside the covers.
Advertisement illustration for a dance piece Moving Game Board / Liikkuva lautapeli project
I used watercolours and digital editing to combine the illustrations used in a poster and on social media. I also did the graphic design for the materials in which the illustration was used.
Advertisement illustration for a dance piece Moving Game Board / Liikkuva lautapeli project
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Christmas greeting / University of Lapland
I created a holiday greeting image that was used on the university’s website, social media, and newsletter. The illustration shows the rabbits that like to hang around in the backyard of the campus. You can also see the snowflake symbol of the University of Lapland.
Christmas greeting / University of Lapland
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Bears in sauna / My project
Digital illustration
Bears in sauna / My project
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Bears in sauna / My project
Digital illustration
Jan the Polar Bear / My project
Jan the Polar Bear is a kind-hearted and iquisitive tea-drinker. His best friend Polar Fox Kipi loves cleaning and organising. My goal is to publish a childrens’ book about these two.
Jan the Polar Bear / My project
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Jan the Polar Bear / My project
Jan the Polar Bear is a kind-hearted and iquisitive tea-drinker. His best friend Polar Fox Kipi loves cleaning and organising. My goal is to publish a childrens’ book about these two.
Jan the Polar Bear / My project
Jan the Polar Bear is a kind-hearted and iquisitive tea-drinker. His best friend Polar Fox Kipi loves cleaning and organising. My goal is to publish a childrens’ book about these two.
Jan the Polar Bear / My project
Jan the Polar Bear is a kind-hearted and iquisitive tea-drinker. His best friend Polar Fox Kipi loves cleaning and organising. My goal is to publish a childrens’ book about these two.
Jan the Polar Bear / My project
Jan the Polar Bear is a kind-hearted and iquisitive tea-drinker. His best friend Polar Fox Kipi loves cleaning and organising. My goal is to publish a childrens’ book about these two.
T-shirt illustration / Carelian climbers´association
I made the illustration for Carelian Climbers using vector graphics. They wished the T-shirt illustration would have a climbing bear on it. The bear is climbing a legendary route called Vaarojen maraton, which is located in Northern Carelia, Finland.
T-shirt illustration / Carelian climbers´association
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Animal themed illustrations / Personal project
I love making animal themed illustrations. These are made with gouache, aquarelle and colored pencils.
Animal themed illustrations / Personal project
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Animal themed illustrations / Personal project
I love making animal themed illustrations. These are made with gouache, aquarelle and colored pencils.
Animal themed illustrations / Personal project
I love making animal themed illustrations. These are made with gouache, aquarelle and colored pencils.