It's not a place,
but a feeling.

My photography captures the emotion within places. A way to pause, to breathe, to feel, to remember.

If these moments speak to you, you're invited
to step into the silence with me.

Selected Reviews

“Mikko Lagerstedt has a rare ability. He knows how to create a mood.”

Alice Y. My Modern Met

“There are photographers, and then there are visionaries. His photography does not shout. It whispers in the most exquisite tones.”

Emma N. Artmag

“More than a photograph, it's a window to another world. Truly museum quality.”

David K. Seattle
Mikko Lagerstedt commercial photography portfolio
Studio & Commissions

Campaigns for Global Brands

From documenting the silence of Patagonia for Yle to creating visual identities for Nokia and Nikon. Explore how atmospheric photography scales from huge billboards to digital interfaces.

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Visual Strategy

Photography for Real Environments

My work is often used in environments where images remain visible for extended periods. These articles explore how calm photography supports brands, focus, and physical spaces.

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Branding

Nordic Restraint as a Signal of Quality

Why doing less often communicates confidence and premium value more clearly than doing more.

Wellbeing

The Influence of Calm Imagery on Focus

How visual environments shape stress levels, concentration, and the feeling of a room.

Mikko Lagerstedt
The Artist & Instructor

Bring the silence home

My work is an invitation to pause. To bring the calm, atmospheric presence of the North into your daily space. Whether you are learning to create or looking to own a piece of art, everything starts with the human connection to nature.

Creating a sanctuary at home shouldn't be stressful. That is why I offer a complimentary digital mockup service. Not sure which size or artwork fits your wall? Send me a photo of your room, and I will visualize the artwork for you.