Press photography for Helsingin Sanomat, Finland's largest daily newspaper. Working from Berlin alongside correspondent Hanna Mahlamäki, I covered politics, culture, and daily life in Germany for Finnish readers.

A shirtless young man, Linus Lewandowski, with short light brown hair stands under a bridge or overpass, with a background of water and a few people blurred in the distance, during dusk.
Silhouetted man excercising near a body of water during twilight or early evening, with bridges, buildings, and streetlights in the background.
Close-up of police officers in black uniforms and boots standing on a street with yellow and pink chalk markings.
Group of police in full combat gear, standing on the roof of a house, wearing helmets and dark clothing, silhouetted against the evening sky.
Two young women wearing face masks at a protest, holding handmade signs in the air. One sign says 'Justice' and the other says 'Palocene' with red paint splatters. The women are standing in a crowd outdoors with a building visible in the background.
People on a balcony decorated with Palestinian flags, some holding signs and children standing in front of the building, with a red flag in the foreground.
Aaron Benanav, a man with dark hair, glasses, and a gray shirt sitting at a wooden table near a window with white curtains, a large chest behind him, and a flower arrangement in a vase on the table.
Aaron Benanav looking directly at the camera, partially obscured by a wooden object in the foreground, wearing a plaid shirt in an indoor setting.
A person on a bicycle, wearing a blue helmet and blue Wolt delivery uniform, reaches up to receive a package from a man at a window. The delivery man, wearing a face mask and black gloves, is handing down a paper bag from the window of a peach-colore
A young girl looks out from a school bus window as a police officer in camouflage uniform and a high-visibility vest stands in front of the bus in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
Military personnel walking on an airfield, with various vehicles and equipment around, under partly cloudy skies in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
Three soldiers in camouflage uniforms and face masks standing next to a golf cart on an airport tarmac, with construction cranes and tents in the background in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
Outdoor scene showing large beige tents on either side, separated by a pathway, with a person sitting on the ground and another person walking in the background. The sky is partly cloudy in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
Military personnel unloading bags from a delivery truck during a refugee crisis in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
A group of Afghan children and adults behind a wire fence, some clapping and smiling, with a soldier kneeling on the ground in front of them during an outdoor event, many people filming or photographing in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
A group of Afghan children standing behind a wire fence, looking through it with curious expressions in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
A group of Afghan children and women, some wearing headscarves, gathered outdoors in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
A woman in camouflage military attire running with a group of Afghan children outdoors during daytime, holding a soccer ball in Ramstein American Airbase in Germany.
A reflection of a woman with short hair and a patterned shirt viewed through a window, with buildings and a newspaper visible behind the glass.
Owner of Tom Hemps in Berlin, smiling, wearing a gray hoodie with a cityscape graphic, standing inside a retail store with colorful clothing racks, neon signs, and space-themed decor.
Hands handling cannabis plants and trimming tools on a white sheet with cannabis leaves and buds, cannabis grinder, and scissors.
Group of musicians playing various instruments including double bass, piano, and violin during a performance in a dimly lit venue.
A woman with short reddish hair and blue eyes, wearing a patterned shirt and a brown sweater, is looking to her left in an indoor setting with blurred background.
Two women sitting in a theater with red seats, ornate gold and cream balcony above, and two people in the foreground.
A group of people playing or watching soccer outdoors on a cloudy day in a residential area, with a multi-story building and a tree with autumn-colored leaves in the background.
People gathered outdoors in a park-like setting with tents and trees, some standing, sitting, and talking.
A man with a beard, wearing a gray beanie and a dark jacket, is carrying a young boy with curly hair, dressed in an orange and gray jacket, on his back. They are outdoors in a park-like setting with trees, benches, and several other people in the bac
An elderly man with short gray hair and a beard sitting outdoors by a stone wall, wearing a black jacket, with a blurred stone archway and greenery in the background.
A person walking on a forest path during autumn, surrounded by tall trees with sparse leaves and fallen foliage on the ground.
Close-up of an elderly man with gray hair and a mustache, wearing a collared shirt and dark jacket, looking to the side with a thoughtful expression.
An elderly man with gray hair and a mustache standing in a doorway, wearing a light blue button-up shirt and a black jacket. The doorway is made of glass panes with textured glass and a gold-colored handle, leading to a room with white walls and a ce
A woman with blonde hair and glasses sitting at a table, engaged in conversation, with a plain white wall in the background.
Blurred image of a woman sitting at a table with a red political brochure in the foreground that says "WIR MACHEN POLITIK!" and features a black-and-white photo of a smiling woman with glasses. The woman at the table appears to be reading or looking
A gloved hand holding a small plastic container labeled with a barcode, with other similar containers and a cardboard box in the background.
Group of young people standing together in front of a large Ukrainian flag, outdoors.
The image shows a large glass window with a reflection of an urban scene. Inside, there are many people walking, and outside, buildings and trees are visible. There is a sign in the lower right corner pointing to a street name, and some lighting fixt
Group of people standing in a room, some wearing face masks, engaging in conversation with sunlight casting shadows. Artwork and wine barrels are visible in the background.
Group of young protesters holding signs protesting war during a demonstration in front of a landmark with a tall, decorated tower, possibly in a city park. The signs call for stopping war and highlight the importance of minute counts.
Young man with dark hair and beard, wearing a black shirt and checkered vest, sitting on blue booth with yellow wall behind him, gesturing with his hand.
A young man with dark hair and a beard standing in front of a stone wall with a pipe to the right, wearing a black long-sleeve shirt and plaid pants with suspenders.
A young man with dark curly hair and a beard, wearing a black shirt and a checkered jacket, standing outdoors against a blurred background.
Two women with sunglasses holding flowers, standing in front of a memorial with many people and floral arrangements around it, under a clear blue sky.
A group of people gathered outdoors on a sunny day, some wearing sunglasses, with a man and woman in the foreground holding a phone and flowers, surrounded by trees and wooden structures.
A woman with red hair and a black shirt stands outdoors during daytime, with people and police officers in reflective vests in the background.
People gathered around the Tsar Cannon at the Kremlin, with a woman in a floral dress waving, others standing and walking on the stairs, and a large statue in the background under a clear blue sky.
Two people holding hands, sitting at a table with a plate of food, in an outdoor setting.
Close-up of a person wearing a light blue denim jacket over a black shirt, with long brown hair and layered necklaces.
A woman with brown hair and glasses sitting on a park bench, wearing a denim jacket and sandals, in an outdoor urban setting.
A man with glasses and a bald head wearing a beige shirt with floral and botanical prints stands in front of a window with vertical blinds, with books on a windowsill behind him.
Living room with a large geometric chandelier, black chair, leather sofa with patterned pillows, small black coffee table with a vase of flowers, and a balcony with outdoor furniture and greenery visible through large windows.
Living room with white sofa and ottomans, gold chandelier, abstract artwork, and a vase of white flowers, viewed through doorway.
A man in a black jacket pointing and speaking indoors, with artwork and picture frames in the background.
A man dressed in bright green clothing, including shorts, shirt, socks, and shoes, sitting at a modern green dining table in a room with minimalist decor. He is wearing glasses and a grey cap, smiling at the camera.
A man with short gray hair wearing a light blue dress shirt, standing outdoors next to a tree with a blurred background of cars and greenery.
Close-up of a young woman with short red hair, wearing round glasses, black clothing, and a small facial piercing, looking out a window.
A woman with short red hair and glasses, smiling, walking outdoors with a tote bag. She has tattoos on her left arm. The background shows trees, a basketball hoop, and a park setting during daytime.
A person with dark skin is smiling and gesturing with their hand, possibly in conversation, with a window and curtains in the background.
A man in a dark blazer and white shirt standing by a doorway, smiling slightly, with an urban street scene in the background.
A man in black clothing with a beard and long hair tied back, standing outside under a small roof with a red-orange hanging light fixture. He is leaning on a painted barrel covered with stickers, next to two small orange windows on a white wall. Ther
A topless man with a beard and long hair standing outdoors at night, illuminated by red and purple lighting. He is wearing pants with a towel or cloth tied around his waist, with trees and a structure in the background.
A man with a beard wearing a black t-shirt with a colorful graphic stands in front of a large mirror in a modern, minimalistic building with light-colored walls and a dark ceiling.
A man with long hair tied back, wearing a dark t-shirt with a rainbow-colored design and jeans, standing behind a handrail inside a modern building with tan tiled walls.
Four women standing together in an art gallery, smiling and engaging in conversation.
A woman with long brown hair wearing a striped blouse, black pants, and black sneakers, sitting on a white architectural installation in a minimalist, modern gallery space. The gallery has white walls, a painting on the right wall, and a spiral stair
A woman in a long orange gingham dress stands near a staircase in an art gallery. The gallery has white walls, a radiator, and artwork hanging on the walls.
A person with short dark hair and wearing teal clothing is sitting on a staircase railing and smiling at the camera. Behind them is a gray wall with a bookshelf and magazines, including one titled 'The Artist's Studio'.
A woman with short dark hair, wearing a teal green shirt and dark pants, sits at a wooden table in a room with books, a window, and a lamp. She is smiling and looking at the camera.
A woman is lying in a hammock on a rooftop garden, smiling and reading a magazine, with plants and string lights visible in the background.