Cinematic Wedding Stories

Authentic moments & timeless visual storytelling

Photographer Simo Tolvanen
Philosophy & Approach

Cinematic documentation of your true story.

On your wedding day, the most important thing is to be present and enjoy every moment without worrying about whether the photos will turn out great. My role is to ensure you can forget the camera's presence and focus entirely on each other and your guests.

Most couples feel a bit camera-shy at first – and that is completely natural. You don't need to know how to pose. I take full care of the direction: I’ll show you exactly how to stand, where to place your hands, and how to move naturally so you feel completely at ease. Over my 15-year career, I have photographed thousands of people, and every single one has turned out great in photos.

My approach is documentary and cinematic. I focus on atmosphere, small details, and quiet glances – how the day truly felt. Instead of capturing dozens of repetitive shots, every frame is an intentional part of your story, documented with an insightful eye inspired by street photography.

I use a lot of vintage lenses from the 1960s and 1970s that render light with unique softness and character modern technologies simply cannot match. Acting as your Art Director throughout the process, I ensure your entire photo gallery forms a seamless, visually coherent, and timeless story.

Safe Space Promise: It is my honor to ensure everyone feels welcome and free to be themselves. My photography space is always safe and inclusive, respecting all gender identities and sexual orientations. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

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Cinematic Wedding Photography

Together, let's design a wedding photography package that leaves you entirely stress-free—at least when it comes to your memories. With over 15 years of professional photography experience, I ensure your wedding is captured as an unforgettable visual legacy.

Wedding Photography Pricing:

Full-Day Documentary Wedding Photography

2350 €
Comprehensive coverage from morning preparations until the dance floor cuts loose. No hourly limits.
✓ Documentary coverage from morning to night with no time limits ✓ Cinematic & artistic portraits captured with vintage optics ✓ Wedding highlight video & online gallery ✓ Comprehensive written contract - full peace of mind and security
  • Complete Peace of Mind & Security: We always sign a comprehensive written contract.
  • Planning Consultation: We meet well in advance of your wedding day.
  • No time limits or clock-watching: I am completely at your disposal from the morning preparations until the dance floor cuts loose.
  • A safe, LGBTQ+ inclusive space to be yourself: I create a completely relaxed, safe, and LGBTQ+ friendly environment where you can feel entirely comfortable being yourselves, with no prior photography experience required.
  • Cinematic Aesthetic with Vintage Optics: I use unique, rare vintage lenses from the 1960s and 1970s.
  • Artistically crafted wedding portraits.
  • Candid documentary coverage of the ceremony and reception.
  • A cinematic wedding highlight video of your day, edited beautifully to music.
  • A minimum of 400 fully finished, high-resolution images from the day.
  • A private online gallery to easily share the celebration with your loved ones.

Shorter Coverage

1150 €
Shorter photography coverage. Available during June-August season only on weekdays and Sunday.
✓ Focused documentary wedding photography of your day (max 5 hours) ✓ Cinematic and artistic wedding portraits on location ✓ Carefully finished digital images in a private online gallery ✓ Comprehensive written contract - full peace of mind and security
  • Coverage: Up to 5 hours of photography (e.g. portraits, ceremony, reception).
  • Safe space to be yourself: A relaxed, safe, and LGBTQ+ inclusive environment where you can freely be yourselves.
  • At least 200 finished photos: High-resolution, individually processed digital photos.
  • Contract & Peace of Mind: Comprehensive written contract for full security.
  • Planning Consultation: Pre-wedding meeting live or onlineto plan your timeline.
  • Portraits on Location: Cinematic & evocative portraits at your desired location.
  • Private Online Gallery: Premium online gallery to share your images effortlessly with guests.
All prices include 25.5% VAT. Reasonable travel expenses will be added for locations outside the capital region.
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Photographer, Graphic Designer & Art Director
Simo Tolvanen
+358 40 719 7584
Instagram: @stolvanen
Studio / Tukholmankatu 10, 00290 Helsinki
Business ID / 3570321-6
Studio: Tukholmankatu 10, Helsinki.
Available flexibly across Helsinki, Espoo, Vantaa, Kuopio & Europe.
Estimated response time for inquiries is less than 12 hours / Updated 05.08.2026

About me

I am a professional photographer, Art Director, and visual creator originally from Kuopio, currently living in Vantaa with studio spaces in Helsinki. With over fifteen years of experience behind the lens, I prioritize making everyone I photograph feel safe and comfortable.

My work is built on the principles of a safe space; there is no need to perform. It is enough to simply be yourself. For me, photography is a way of life—a way to exist and see the world anew.

Photographer Simo Tolvanen – Helsinki, Vantaa, Espoo