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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 16h

Autumn afternoon at the Sinebrychoff Villa. I wanted to capture the true feel of this autumn day, so I used a scene-referred workflow to keep the light, tones and contrast as natural as possible. #Espoo #Photography #AutumnVibes #SceneReferred

A photograph of the historic Sinebrychoff Villa located in Karhusaari, Espoo, on a sunny autumn afternoon. The light-yellow, multi-story building is surrounded by tall trees with autumn foliage. A winding path leads to the villa, and the grassy foreground is partially covered with fallen yellow leaves under a clear blue sky.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 02/08/2026

Spent a couple of hours capturing Mustion Linna manor today. Shooting in harsh daylight used to feel like a compromise, but a quality CPL is pure freedom. Cutting glare to pull out rich tonality and punchy skies in full sun makes tough lighting a joy instead of a hurdle. #architecture #photography

A bright, wide-angle photograph of the symmetrical facade of Mustion Linna in Finland. The yellow timber mansion features white window frames, white decorative columns, a black roof with round dormer windows, and a blue flag flying from the central peak. In the foreground, a gray gravel driveway stretches across the view, flanked by green grass, a potted purple flowering plant on a pedestal to the left, and lush trees framing the sides under a deep blue sky with scattered white clouds.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/07/2026

Art makes a house a home and hanging it shouldn't mean destroying your walls! I updated my guide on Nielsen picture rails and nylon cords with fresh photos from my French house, plus how I hand-sign, number, and ship custom aluminum prints for your walls. photo.inform.social/post/how-to-...

Three landscape-themed aluminum prints hanging on a white dining room wall using discreet nylon cords and a picture rail system.⁠

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 26/07/2026

Sun-drenched silence in the heart of Limousin, France. Soft heat on the Île de Vassivière and a golden pasture, centered on the soft, poetic contour of a solitary horse. A quiet daydream frozen in time. #Photography #Limousin #France #horse

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 23/07/2026

"Volcano Sunrise" Shot from Puy de Gaudy in Sainte-Feyre, France, targeting Puy de Dôme 100 km away. 400mm lens in the quiet pre-dawn light. At this distance, the atmosphere reveals itself. Air is matter, painting the miles in pastel blue tones. #France #Auvergne #PuyDeDome #Photography

A distant telephoto view of the Puy de Dôme volcano silhouette on the horizon in central France beneath a soft pastel pink and orange pre-dawn sky. Heavy atmospheric haze creates distinct blue and green layers across the rolling countryside.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 07/06/2026

"Gris de Payne" Captured on the road to Pontarion at the edge of the Plateau de Millevaches, this view reflects a lesson in color. A stormy Creuse sky revealed itself not as simple grey, but as Payne's Grey, hence the name. photo.inform.social/portfolio/gr...

A fine art landscape photograph showcasing successive layers of dark forested hills and golden fields under a heavy, stormy sky filled with deep grey and blue gradients. In the foreground valley, a herd of reddish-brown Limousin cattle grazes peacefully.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 31/05/2026

Curing the "saturation hangover" requires a scene-referred workflow. Following my Frankentech Spyder post, here's how treating light naturally brings true gallery realism and organic color roll-off. #photography #darktable photo.inform.social/post/curing-...

Tall, golden-amber reeds brightly illuminated by warm light stand in calm, dark water. Their vibrant glow and detailed reflections contrast sharply against a pitch-black, shadowed background.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 26/05/2026

With summer closing in, I’m looking back at this memory from May 2020. The water was like glass and the air was perfectly still. But Nordic nature always has a surprise waiting just off-camera... 🧵 (1/3) #photography #landscape

A serene Nordic landscape showing a calm body of water surrounded by dense pine forests under a soft, cloudy sky. In the foreground on the right, a large, moss-covered granite rock juts into the water. Thin, delicate reeds poke out of the glassy, reflective surface in the foreground, and the distant trees are touched by warm evening light.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 24/05/2026

Reshot the Vanhankylänniemi windmill in Järvenpää, on the shore of Tuusulanjärvi, after 20+ years. Both takes were edited using today's scene-referred workflow. Applying this modern process to images captured decades apart makes comparing the two eras a bit more interesting. #photography #landscape

A daytime photograph of the historic Vanhankylänniemi wooden windmill (Vanhankylänniemen tuulimylly) in Järvenpää, sitting on a rocky, mossy outcrop on the shore of Lake Tuusulanjärvi. The 1850s-era wooden post mill is captured in warm, bright daylight, flanked by lush green trees under a soft, blue sky with light clouds. The image was shot in 2026.

An autumn sunset photograph of the Vanhankylänniemi wooden windmill in Järvenpää. The weathered wooden structure is positioned on a grassy hill on the shore of Lake Tuusulanjärvi. The mill stands in silhouette against a pale evening sky, surrounded by trees with vibrant golden and orange autumn foliage, with the lake faintly visible in the background. The image was shot in the autumn of 2005.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 17/05/2026

"Sur les pas de Monet" An impressionistic waterscape captured along the Sedelle river near Fresselines—a valley that deeply inspired Monet himself. The dance of light on the dark water feels like a living canvas. #Photography #Impressionism #Landscape #France

An impressionistic, vertical photograph of a dark river flowing alongside a moss-covered stone wall on the right. The calm, dark water reflects the green foliage of overhanging trees in the background, while a prominent, blurred streak of bright white and soft blue light stretches across the water surface in the foreground, resembling a painterly brushstroke.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 15/05/2026

Digging into the archives for a 2010 throwback to Mont Saint-Michel. There is something timeless about this place, even if the tech I used to capture it definitely feels its age. It has been a rewarding exercise revisiting old files with a fresh perspective. #photography #france #landscape 1/3

A vertical night photograph of the Mont Saint-Michel abbey in France. The historic, fortress-like structure is brightly illuminated with warm yellow lights, standing out prominently against a deep blue, moody sky. The abbey sits atop its iconic rocky mount, and the surrounding water in the foreground is dark and still, capturing soft, elongated reflections of the artificial lights. A faint, dark purple glow is visible on the horizon to the far left.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 10/05/2026

A 2014 memory from Guéret, while I was living in the Creuse. These Limousin cows weren't just posing; they were closing the distance. They spotted the camera and started approaching at a very uncomfortable pace. #Limousin #France #Creuse #Cattle #Photography

A photograph of a large herd of Limousin cattle in a green pasture in Gueret, France. In the foreground, four bright orange cows stand in the tall grass, staring directly and intensely at the camera. Their forward-leaning posture and alert expressions capture the moment they began to march toward the photographer at a quick pace. The cows have vibrant, uniform orange coats that contrast sharply with the green grass. In the background, dozens of other cows are scattered across the rolling meadow. The pasture is bordered by a dense, dark green forest under an overcast sky. The scene captures a sense of imminent movement and the slightly intimidating curiosity of the approaching herd.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 03/05/2026

After a long creative dry spell, yesterday’s light finally broke the dam. There is nothing like a telephoto lens to compress a sunset and make the city feel this intimate and moody. It feels good to see the flare back in the frame, literally. #Photography #GoldenHour #BridgeView #Kruunuvuorensilta

A telephoto landscape capturing a compressed, hazy city skyline during a brilliant orange sunset. A massive, glowing sun hangs low in the sky, silhouetting two tall industrial chimneys and a construction crane in the distance. From the right, the elegant cables and V-shaped piers of a cable-stayed bridge curve into the frame, its structure glowing with intense golden light. The sunlight creates a bright flare on the bridge's edge and reflects across the textured, rippling water in the foreground.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 11/01/2026

Paysage Creusois (2013) Sunrise over the pastures of the Creuse. The morning mist creates a moody atmosphere across the rolling hills, softening the layers of trees in the distance. #Landscape #Creuse #France #Sunrise #Mist #NouvelleAquitaine #Photography #Landscape

A pastoral landscape photograph taken at sunrise. In the foreground, green sloping pastures are illuminated by warm, golden light. A large, dark green tree stands prominently on the left. The background is filled with rolling hills and lines of trees that are partially obscured by thick, glowing mist, fading into a soft sky of pale pink and violet.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 06/01/2026

Winter at Lake Suurijärvi (2026) A quiet afternoon view from Vierumäki, Finland. The birch trees frame the frozen expanse just before twilight. And, before you ask, the days are very still short in Finland... :) #Landscape #Finland #Vierumäki #Suurijärvi #Photography #Winter

A winter landscape photo showing a large, snow-covered frozen lake. On the right foreground, curved birch trees lean out over the snowy bank. There is a patch of darker, slushy ice or open water near the shore. In the background, a dense line of pine trees covers the opposite shore under a soft gradient sky fading from blue to pale yellow.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 04/01/2026

"Frozen Angel" (2025) A perfect snow angel on a frozen lake. The simple joys of winter. #snow #winter #photography #winterwonderland #nature #vierumäki

A clear imprint of a snow angel centered on a pristine, snow-covered frozen lake. In the background, a dense forest of frost-covered pine trees lines the shore, and a wooden building with a terrace is visible on the right side.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 30/12/2025

Villacher Brauerei (2017) Villach sits in an incredible bowl of mountains, but sometimes the view of the town is just as interesting. There is something satisfying about the sharp industrial lines stacked against the soft mountain mist in monochrome. #Villach #Austria #Österreich #BWP #Monochrome

Black and white medium shot of the Villacher Brauerei in Austria. The scene features a mix of industrial brewery architecture—silos, chimneys, and a white building labeled 'VILLACHER BRAUEREI'—layered against a backdrop of soft, mist-covered mountains. In the foreground, tiled rooftops create a textured base.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 28/12/2025

Sundsvall from Above (2009) There is a specific industrial texture to the Swedish coast that looks best in monochrome. The harbor, the tanks, and the stone city stacked against the water—it feels timeless in black and white. #Sundsvall #Sweden #RoadTrip #Monochrome #Landscape #BNW

High-angle, black and white panoramic view of Sundsvall, Sweden. The foreground shows city blocks and a harbor area with industrial oil tanks and ships. The middle ground features a calm bay leading out to the sea. In the background, rolling forested hills stretch across the horizon.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Kalasatama Taking the "Nifty Fifty" out for a walk in Helsinki. There is a specific geometry to this district that just works with a 50mm focal length. The contrast of the warm brick against the heavy winter sky is exactly why I carry a camera in December. #Helsinki #Kalasatama #50mm #NordicLight

Landscape shot of a modern high-rise residential tower in the Kalasatama district of Helsinki. The building's golden-brown brick facade is brilliantly illuminated by the low setting sun. Behind it, the sky is a dramatic, moody mix of purple and grey storm clouds. The lower street-level buildings remain in deep shadow.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Meeting the Locals (2014) I don't usually photograph animals—my focus is usually on the landscape itself. But you can't walk through the Limousin region of France without acknowledging its most famous residents. This one was particularly curious about the wide-angle lens. #Limousine #France #Cattle

Close-up portrait of a Limousin cow with a reddish-brown coat looking directly into the camera lens with a curious expression. The cow is standing in a green pasture, with other cattle visible in the soft-focus background.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Brussels in Monochrome (2024) Sometimes you have to strip the color away to see the bones of a city. The long shadows on the cobblestones and the clash between the historic facades and the modern tower in the back—it all reads better in black and white. #Brussels #Monochrome #StreetPhotography

Black and white wide-angle shot of a street corner in Brussels. In the foreground, long shadows stretch across the textured cobblestones. To the right and left, traditional ornate Belgian buildings curve around the street. In the center background, a stark modern high-rise tower stands in contrast to the historic architecture.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Pareidolia in Blue From the archives: 2006. My first winter shooting digital. When you stop looking at the landscape and start looking at the texture, the snow begins to look back at you. Soft shapes, hidden faces, pareidolia... #Abstract #Winter #Pareidolia #Texture #Archive

Close-up abstract shot of undulating snow mounds. The lighting creates deep, cool blue shadows in the hollows and bright white highlights on the peaks. The soft curves resemble sleeping faces or organic forms frozen in time.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Autumn in Vienna Finding color in the city. The way the golden leaves catch the light against the pale stone façade creates a perfect natural palette. A quiet moment of warmth before winter sets in. Archive, 2014 #Vienna #Austria #Autumn #FallColors #Architecture #TravelPhotography

Low-angle shot of a large tree with golden-yellow autumn leaves spreading its branches across the frame. Behind the tree is a classic Viennese building with a cream-colored façade, decorative brickwork, and tall windows. The sky above is a clear, bright blue.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Finnish Summer, 2018 I usually point the camera the other way when the sun goes down. I try to avoid the obvious shot. But sometimes, the light forces your hand. This was one of those nights near Lammi where the water was glass and the silence was total. #Finland #Lammi #NaturePhotography #Suomi

Vibrant sunset over a calm Finnish lake. The sun is a bright red orb surrounded by purple and orange clouds. A dark, thick treeline is silhouetted in the distance. The fiery colors reflect perfectly on the still water, creating a symmetrical composition.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Montluçon Rooftops A throwback to 2013. Looking out over the "vieille ville" in Montluçon, France. There is a chaotic beauty in how these centuries-old tiled roofs stack against each other. A totally different rhythm from the Nordic lines I usually shoot. #Montlucon #France #Rooftops

High-angle view of the dense rooftops of the old town in Montluçon, France. A patchwork of terracotta tiles, beige stucco walls, and slate grey roofs under an overcast sky. In the background, a hill rises with more residential buildings, showing the layers of the city.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Polar Night, No More In the middle of #Kaamos, the sun barely clears the horizon. But when it breaks through the heavy cloud cover, the light is incredibly intense. A fleeting moment of gold on the Helsinki skyline before the grey takes over again. #Helsinki #NordicLight #Architecture #GoldenHour

Telephoto shot of modern high-rise apartment buildings in Helsinki illuminated by intense, warm golden sunlight. The bright buildings contrast sharply against a dark, ominous purple-grey sky typical of the Finnish polar night. The foreground remains in deep shadow.

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Lari Huttunen | Photography @photo.inform.social · 27/12/2025

Cascade de la Mouline 🇫🇷 Living in Finland, truly moving water is rare. I had to travel to the deep valleys of the Creuse to find this. 📖 Read the full backstory & view the Aluminum Print: photo.inform.social/portfolio/ca... #Creuse #LongExposure #LandscapePhotography #France #Waterfalls

Long exposure photograph of the Cascade de la Mouline waterfall in Creuse, France. Silky white water cascades down dark, moss-covered granite rocks into a pool below. The scene is framed by lush green foliage, creating a serene, secret garden atmosphere. The lighting is soft and diffuse.

A close-up of the waterfall hitting the rocks while cascading down.

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