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...This series celebrates sisterhood, unbreakable family bonds we carry throughout life, both alikeness and individuality, artistry, beauty, and summer days. I was lucky enough to work with absolutely amazing, inside and out, twin sisters—Annika and Riley....

...During one of my visits, I became inspired to shoot a creative portrait session with horses on a ranch, with views of the nearby mountains. Luckily, I knew a perfect location and a gorgeous model...

Late spring—one of my absolute favorite seasons to create and shoot creative portrait sessions outdoors, in natural light. When literally the entire city is swarmed in bloom and color, one simply can’t resist placing their models in the midst of it all...

...This series is a perfect example of a moment when the whole picture falls into place—the model, the styling, and the location all complement each other so well within this visual storytelling...

I love the 40s style—it’s so classy, elegant, and utterly romantic. In the creation of this series, we wanted to contrast this styling with the Broadway Bridge, which represents the earlier 1910s era...

Imagine this. A fashion influencer at a premiere night of a renowned theater downtown. A red carpet-like atmosphere with a blend of luxury, art deco, and Old Hollywood...

...Throughout the year, I had the privilege of working with professional models, performers, musicians, and various artists on meaningful and memorable projects. Together, we’ve created numerous galleries that elevate personal brands, help unleash inner creativity, and...

...I strive to nurture a comfortable and creative environment where we can bring personalities, values, and passions for my subjects’ crafts and transform them into striking images...

My client had the most wonderful and romantic idea to propose to his partner by Trillium Lake with some stunning views of snowy Mount Hood...

As a professional photographer, I take pride in creating a one-of-a-kind experience that inspires, empowers, and helps to unleash my models' inner creativity...

Now that the gallery is delivered, I can't help but look back at this shoot with so much joy. When Cura first reached out with her ideas...

What could be more movie-like than a county fair? The sights, the colors, the hum of excitement—it's festive, nostalgic, and brimming with...

A short pre-story. I was always fascinated by the night sky. Ten years ago, when I studied in Finland, I would walk or bike to a nearby (or not-so-nearby) lake late at night and just...

There is a lens I have been wanting to buy for quite a while—maybe a decade or so. Ironically, I almost feel like I had to move to another continent to finally...

If I were asked to describe my photography style in three words, it would be "elegant, vintage, and cinematic". I strive for my work to evoke a feeling similar to watching a good movie...

Minolta Rokkor 58mm f/1.4—my first and most used manual lens. I bought it back in early 2024 at an auction in Stockholm, Sweden, and have used it on nearly all my projects since then...

Are you excited for your photoshoot? Me too! ✨ I created the list below to help you feel prepared, comfortable, and confident going into your photoshoot. Before the Photoshoot...

Meet the faces behind KRAFTUM Studio—Kate and Viktor. This creative couple designs and handcrafts one-of-a-kind wooden candle holders in Vancouver, Canada. Their pieces infuse...

I was so excited when I got booked to capture this couple's surprise proposal. The fact that you get to be there during someone's special life moment—and not only witness it but capture the...

2024 — what an eventful year! This post celebrates the highs, even though the year also brought its fair share of tears and challenges. In just a few months, our...