Mikko Haapasaari paints scenery with a camera
Self-taught Fine Art photographer Mikko Haapasaari uses a camera like a brush to convey picturesque nature images of different moods and atmospheres. "I have a passion for abstract imagery and scenes of rapidly changing moments."
He captures the true essence of nature and its beauty at the shooting moment - nothing in the picture is altered by post-processing.
The rhythm of the images is generated by abstract details of the movement, lights, and shades. His art leaves room for the viewers’ insights into the imagination.
Mikko Haapasaari transmits an atmosphere through the pictures. Effects he creates already at the shooting point. "I don't want to change the mood of the images afterward in any way."
He shoots a lot with long-focal length and isn't that interested in the traditional wide-angle landscapes. He is more into detail.
"Transmitting the atmosphere of the scenery is the single most important thing to me, way above all the technical aspects."
"It's all about the camera: the image processing may support the picture, but never change its essence."
Besides nature, Mikko also shoots portraits and events.