Valokuvaaja Sonja Hietala

I’m Sonja Hietala, a portrait photographer based in Jyväskylä — my speciality is personal portrait photography and professional profile images. I approach portrait work with a restrained, classic aesthetic: tones remain calm and image series are carefully finished. My genuine interest in photographing people and long experience help me create relaxed, authentic images even for those who feel shy in front of the camera. My working style is warm, well-planned and client-focused. We design the shoot together — choosing a suitable setting either in the studio in Vaajakoski (Studio Piippu) or on location, discussing the desired look and wardrobe, and I guide you during the session toward natural expressions and confident posture. It’s important to me that the shoot feels comfortable and effortless; I give calm direction and encourage finding the real expressions that will stand the test of time. I pay careful attention to image finishing: I perform base retouching, remove distracting elements with care, and often spend a little extra time on final touches so the results meet my quality standards. My style suits both editorial or fashion-inspired portraits and clear professional profile images (LinkedIn, corporate headshots, business portraits). I also offer graduation and personal portrait sessions that highlight the subject’s personality. My background in professional studies and success in competitions supports my visual thinking — I often aim for a classic, timeless mood combined with meticulous post-processing. I primarily work in Jyväskylä and across Central Finland, and I photograph in the studio or on location as needed. If you’d like a portrait or a professional profile image, get in touch — we’ll plan a session tailored to you that brings out your best expression.