Joel Jalmari Ruokokoski (1886 – 1936): A Finnish Expressionist’s Dance with Light and Shadow The world of early 20th-century art often reveals figures who, despite their undeniable talent and innovative spirit, remain somewhat obscured by the shadows of history. Joel Jalmari Ruokokoski, known affectionately as “Jali,” was one such artist – a Finnish Expressionist whose vibrant self-portraits, evocative landscapes, and captivating depi…