Delta Life Journey
Encounters on Waterways
Delta Life events along the waterways feature encounters between artists and communities. In addition to art performances, the core aim is to bring people together and foster interaction. These encounters inspire new ideas and create new art. Different kind of encounters have been experienced in rowing and kayaking events along Iijoki River.
Iijoki River video (in Finnish)
Artists Arise in the Delta
We follow the journey of six young artists towards the year 2026 in the documentary series Artists Arise in the Delta. The series features the dancer Ida Remsu, visual artist Marianne Kauppila, musician siblings Emilia and Joonatan Lappalainen, composer Niilo Korsulainen and pole dance artist Mandi Koskela.
You can follow the journey on the social media channels and website of the Northern Cultural Stream. The project will be condensed into a series of short documentaries, which will be released in the summer of 2026. The project will culminate in the artists’ performances or exhibitions in the Oulujoki River Delta area during Oulu August Festivals in 2026.
Follow the journey of Artists Arise in the Delta here (both in Finnish and English).
Cup of Word and Poetry
We bring the region's stories to life in collaboration with the Oulu Writers Association. Local authors create literary texts inspired by the waterways. These texts can serve as a foundation for new works across various art forms.
Explore the texts on the Northern Cultural Stream website (page in Finnish).
Making things visible
The Northern Cultural Stream channel’s media content brings Delta Life to light. For us, media is not just about conveying information but also an integral part of artistic content.
Being visible and appreciated supports local identities and diverse ways of life. In Delta Life, creating art means being seen. This mission is strengthened by Northern Cultural Stream through the power of media. Our culture is made visible and remembered in Finland, Europe, and beyond.
