Rainer Paananen was born in Tikkakoski, Finland, in 1990. He is a photographer and visual artist who holds an MA in Photography from the Aalto University School of Arts, Design and Architecture as well as a BA in Fine Arts from the Turku University of Applied Sciences. 

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Paananen is a highly versatile photographer, specializing in high-quality portrait, and brand photography. His work combines a sharp eye for detail with a creative approach, resulting in visually striking images that capture the essence of his subjects. His photographs have appeared in publications such as Helsingin Sanomat, AUM, and Metal Hammer. Paananen is always open to new collaborations.