Hannu Hautala - The Legacy of a Legend

Hannu Hautala - The Legacy of a Legend

Hannu Hautala exposes himself in images and text. He also tells us what it feels like when life - and perhaps humanity - is coming to an end.

This intimate and reflective work is a tribute to Hannu Hautala by two of the best in their field. Photographer Juha Metso and journalist Anna-Stina Nykänen search for the secret of the master's success.

Why did Hannu Hautala become a master of nature photography, even though no one encouraged him? How did he create an international career? How will his influence be seen and felt in future generations?

Metso makes Hannu Hautala's own nature photos dance on his skin. Nykänen follows the magical photo sessions in Kuusamo: listening, asking questions and getting under his skin. Hautala reminisces, reflects, cries, laughs and sometimes sings.

Time spent together and shared emotions produce new understanding. An unforgettable artistic experience and an inspiring reading experience are created that provide both joy and wisdom.

Juha Metso (born 1965) has been successful as both a newspaper and art photographer. He began his career photographing birds. He has made over 30 works, with subjects ranging from Russia to voodoo. His subjects have included Ville Haapasalo, Pentti Linkola, Miina Äkkijyrkkä, Juice Leskinen, Kari Peitsamo and Sielun Veljet.

Anna-Stina Nykänen (born 1961) is a journalist for Helsingin Sanomat and one of Finland's best-known and most beloved writers. She is known as a columnist, humorist, and writer of essays that explore the nation's moods. She has published a collection of writings about the coronavirus period, Alone at Home.

Authors: Nykänen Anna-Stina (Author), Metso Juha (Photographer, author)

ISBN: 978-952-382-097-5
Product format: Hardcover book

Publisher: Docendo
Release year: 2021
Language: Finnish
Number of pages: 218
Product categories: Biographies, Artist biographies

Library category: 99.1 Biographies. Memoirs
YSO - General Finnish Glossary: photographers, nature photography, photography, animals, nature, seasons, photographic art