Meri Nikula

Experimental Vocalist, Performer & Video Artist

MERI NIKULA is an experimental vocalist, performance and video artist from Finland, based in Tokyo since 2008. Her own voice and body are the core elements of her artistic work. Meri's work is very visceral, often a sensual experience. She has developed a concept she calls 'vocal mosaic' making collages of her voice in layers, using various vocal techniques. Meri graduated in 2007 from the Royal Academy of Art, The Hague, The Netherlands, with a solo performance for voice, body and video. She is also combining her experience in music, dance, art and healing practices to teach 'Voicing Your Body' workshops for releasing, deepening awareness and tuning in for improvisation. She continues to explore the limitless possibilities of voice and to create experimental performances and video works, as well as to collaborate with a wide range of creators internationally.