Director, Photographer
& Cinematographer

I started to take photos when I was thirteen. First I took photos of myself and my friends, then slowly I started to shoot other topics as well. Camera is an important tool for me to express my emotions and to explore the world around me and to stay vulnerable in front of life itself.

Today I work as a Director, Photographer and Cinematographer. I am always looking for a certain truth in my work. I love to bring a piece of truth to each story and photo work – something, perhaps and emotion or recognizable human behavior or a connotation that we can actually identify to, no matter how fictional the story and setup might be. Then again, I also love to bring fantasies and dreams alive and enjoy bold usage of color.

I think we can make the world a bit more meaningful place to live in by showing relatable stories and emotions on screens. In addition to truth, dreams and emotions, diversity and inclusion are important topics for me. The world still needs to give more space for people who’s voice has been oppressed throughout the history of mankind. I live my life having my eyes, ears and heart open and I try to bring that knowledge alive through my visual work.

Teamwork is dreamwork 🙂

Awards

CINEMATOGRAPHER:
Cannes Indie Shorts Awards 2023, Semifinalist in the Best Experimental film category – Movie: Might Not Wanna Wake Up
CINEMATOGRAPHER:
New York International Film Awards NYIFA September 2023, Winner of the Best Experimental film category – Movie: Might Now Wanna Wake Up
CINEMATOGRAPHER:
Emma gaala 2023, Best Music Video Nominee Top 5 – Song: Maija Vilkkumaa – Äidinmaa
DIRECTOR & CINEMATOGRAPHER:
Vuoden Huiput 2022, Silver prize / Hopea huippu, Category: Moving Images – Client: HS – NYT, Agency: TBWA Helsinki
PHOTOGRAPHER:
Fennia Prize 22 Grand Prix – Helsinki International Schools / HEI Schools – Early Childhood Education Concept
CINEMATOGRAPHER:
Parhaan lyhytelokuvan Jussi 2022 / Best short movie of the year 2022 @Jussigaala – Movie: Hei Hei Tornio / Goodbye Tornio
CINEMATOGRAPHER:
Tampere Film Festival 2022, Special Mention – Movie: Hei Hei Tornio / Goodbye Tornio
CINEMATOGRAPHER:
Love and Anarchy, Helsinki Film Festival 2021, Main Prize and New Wave Prize – Movie: Hei Hei Tornio / Goodbye Tornio
DIRECTOR:
Oulu Music Video Festival 2018, Official recognition of excellence – Song: Sarah Palu – Koti merellä: Laulu lähteneelle
DIRECTOR:
Berlin Music Video Awards 2018, Silver Screenings – Song: Lxandra – Dig Deep

CV

EDUCATION:
  • Aalto University, Department of Film (ELO), Master of Arts, 2018-2025
  • Haaga-Helia University of Applied Sciences, 2013, BBA
  • Alppilan lukio, 2010, Baccalaureate
  • Lycée franco-finlandais dʼHelsinki, Comprehensive school
WORK:
  • Canon Brand Ambassador EMEA 2023 –
  • Freelance photographer & filmmaker since 2016