Tuija Elonen Photos

Hi — I’m Tuija Elonen, a portrait photographer from Salo, and my work is dedicated to turning moments into lasting images. My speciality is portrait photography: graduation portraits, confirmation photos, professional headshots for LinkedIn or CVs, and atmospheric portraits that tell the subject’s story. I shoot in the Astrum studio in Salo and happily on location — in nature or at home — choosing the setting together with the client so the result feels genuine and personal. In my work I combine a calm, guiding approach with documentary sensitivity. I aim to create a session where the subject feels comfortable: when needed I guide poses and expressions, and sometimes I step back to capture the mood from the side. This approach suits both those new to the camera and more experienced models — my goal is to highlight personality and a professional look without excessive posing. My process is clear and client-focused. We usually start with a short conversation about your wishes and the intended use (social media, CV, graduation card, etc.), decide on location and style, and on the shoot day I focus on creating a relaxed, encouraging atmosphere. After the session I deliver a pre-selection gallery where you can make your choices and request adjustments to the images’ tone — I finish the photos carefully so they serve your needs precisely. I primarily operate in Salo and the Southwest Finland region, and I offer services in Finnish, Swedish, English and German. While my main focus is portrait and headshot photography, I also photograph families, maternity sessions and wedding packages — all approached with the same values: authenticity, professional skill and a client-first attitude. For on-location shoots I can include a short atmospheric video in the gallery if desired. If you want a portrait that looks and feels like you and works in everyday life or in your job search, let’s plan a session tailored to your wishes. I look forward to meeting you at a shoot!