Mielikuvia

Mielikuvia specialises in portrait photography — portrait work is the core of the business. Owner Sari Kangas combines long practical experience and formal training to create images that look and feel authentic. I work both in a studio and on location in Haukipudas, aiming to give each client a professional portrait tailored to them. Why choose me for your portrait photography? I approach portrait sessions calmly and with a people-first attitude: I want the shoot to feel safe and relaxed. Sari is trained as a visual communication professional (AMK) and has completed a professional photographer qualification. She has also gained extensive practical experience during almost twenty years working at Keskus-Kuvaamo. This background means deep know-how in lighting, composition and guiding expression — all essential when the goal is lasting, high-quality portraits. My workflow is client-centred: we start with a conversation about your wishes and the intended use of the image (personal portrait, LinkedIn, passport photo or another type of headshot). During the session I provide calm, clear guidance on poses and facial expressions so the result feels natural. In the studio I control lighting and background precisely; for environmental portraits I use the location’s mood to enhance the portrait. I also offer image editing and finishing so the final photo matches the desired look. Alongside portrait photography I also shoot corporate headshots and passport photos, making the service versatile — from a personal portrait to a professional LinkedIn image. Mielikuvia is a one-woman company based on Revontie in Haukipudas; the service is close to Oulu and the local approach shows in flexible, friendly customer care. If you already have an idea of the portrait you want, tell me — we’ll make it together. Like what you hear? Contact me to start the process toward a portrait that speaks to who you are.