Stella coffee cup, saucer and plate

Raija Uosikkinen (1923–2004) was a Finnish ceramic artist and pattern designer who studied ceramics at the Institute of Industrial Art in Helsinki and whose career at the Finnish ceramic manufacturer Arabia lasted for almost 40 years. Uosikkinen is famous for numerous beloved patterns and illustrations, including pattern design of Kaj Franck’s B tableware, the decorative Emilia collection, Arabia's Kaleva-themed annual plates and the decorative Ali pattern, which was inspired by arabesque ornaments. Iittala’s Mainio Sarastus tableware collection, launched in 2018, was based on the Inari pattern designed by Uosikkinen in 1965. Uosikkinen’s designs have also been seen at the Milano Triennale in 1954 and 1960, and the 1958 Brussels World's Fair.

Kyllikki Salmenhaara (1915–1981) was a Finnish ceramic artist. Salmenhaara was a talented clay handler and a large part of her award-winning work is unique. Salmenhaara's designs are known for their creative and robust forms.

Salmenhaara graduated from the ceramics department of the Central School of Applied Arts in 1943. After graduating, Salmenhaara worked at the Kauklahti glass factory, until 1947 when she joined the Arabia factory and began working at Arabia’s Department of Industrial Arts. Salmenhaara moved to the Arabia Art Department in 1950, where she worked until 1961. In 1963, Salmenhaara began working as a teacher of ceramics at the University of Art and Design and began to reform the teaching of ceramics. Salmenhaara was appointed as artist professor in 1970.