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My Love of Finland – If I Could Design A Postcard…

Today, I thought it would be fun to do a shoot that really showed just how beautiful Finland is in Winter.  If I could design a postcard of an amazing Winter wonderland, then these are what I’d submit as the artwork. Presenting a 9 year old Finnish girl, her reindeer, a book on antique Finnish… Read More

 

The First Snow

It took half the Winter, but we finally saw snowfall here in Helsinki. The light and scenery is so exquisite this time of year.  Soft and light and lovely.  We’re fortunate to have a mild Winter – not too cold for tea parties with friends!

 

Ylioppilaskuvaus – Graduation Portraits In Finland

I have to admit, I love doing graduation portraits.  Having teens as subjects allows me to let loose and really have fun with a session.   But more importantly, it gives me a chance to introduce modern graduation portraits in a country still using a 60+ year old style for many session.  It’s time to shake… Read More

 

The Cusp of Spring

Between the bits of melting snow, we can actually see ground again!  The warm Spring sun means that although there is the white stuff still on the ground, it is warm enough to bring out the Summer clothes. Of course, with that much golden sun out there, I’m going to take advantage of it!  I… Read More

 

An Historical Railway Platform

I had shot this particular location several years ago but somehow had never returned until this past weekend.  The skies were heavy with clouds and rain – necessitating some extra lighting in certain areas.  But what a wonderful place for a photography session. The terminal area dates back to the World War II era and… Read More

 

Congratulations to the Lovely Bride

This is the lovely Miia, who celebrated her wedding only a week earlier.  Miia was kind enough to schedule her bridals after the wedding, when we could have a relaxed day, with no wedding day pressures, making the most beautiful images possible. Miia is quite lovely and statuesque and used make up artist Cemille Nismetdin… Read More

 

On The Rocks

This was an opportunity to break out my reflectors and 24mm lens and be creative.  I had the sun for the first half of the shoot but it disappeared behind clouds all too soon.  And someone was in a patriotic mood this afternoon.

 

A day at an Historical Mansion

 

Exploring the Karjaa Area

Ah, Autumn is truly here.  The scenery in Southern Finland is so incredibility beautiful this time of the year.

 

Finnish Nature – The Green Brought With The Rain

Four straight weeks of consistent rain has left the late Summer countryside verdant and flush with moss, mushrooms, and green grass. Below: A fairy ring The Summer grains are just turning golden in preparation for the harvest

 
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