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MOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 75 45MOSTMAGAZINEMOST MAGAZINE - ISSUE 75Q: YOUR WORK IS KNOWN FOR ITS MINIMALIST AESTHETIC AND CINEMATIC DEPTH. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO ADOPT THIS UNIQUE STYLE, AND HOW HAS IT EVOLVED OVER THE YEARS?A: In my opinion, the minimalist aesthetic is never truly minimalistic. It requires a refined and well-constructed representation of artistic collision%u2014minimizing while emphasizing. I%u2019m motivated by the pursuit of perfecting the craft. Sometimes, the magic happens when everything falls into place effortlessly, without the struggle and sacrifice. That%u2019s why I take a meaningful pause with myself and my clients before we define the goal. Ultimately, as artists, we all need to convey a message. Q: HOW HAS YOUR BACKGROUND IN FILM STUDIES INFLUENCED YOUR APPROACH TO PHOTOGRAPHY, PARTICULARLY YOUR USE OF LIGHT AND SHADOW?A: Light and shadow are a lifelong study. I%u2019m not a magician%u2014but perhaps everything is a matter of practice. My goal is always to present a person in their best light, and that%u2019s my answer! Q: YOU%u2019VE MENTIONED INFLUENCES LIKE BAUHAUS AND EMMANUEL LUBEZKI. CAN YOU SHARE WHAT SPECIFICALLY DREW YOU TO THESE ARTISTIC STYLES AND HOW YOU INCORPORATE THEM INTO YOUR WORK?A: I am drawn to the nostalgic romanticism of Art Nouveau and its craftsmanship, the boldness of Art Deco, and the raw functionality of Bauhaus. These movements inspire my approach to structure, composition, and storytelling in my work. Q: YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY OFTEN BALANCES MUTED TONES WITH VIBRANT DETAILS. HOW DO YOU APPROACH COLOR THEORY AND COMPOSITION IN YOUR CREATIVE PROCESS?A: Color and composition can be like distant siblings%u2014related, yet sometimes at odds. People react differently to colors, which is why they carry so much weight in visual storytelling. My focus is on ensuring that the composition and figures within an image harmonize emotionally with the chosen color palettes, creating visually compelling scenes. Q: YOUR PORTFOLIO SPANS A WIDE RANGE OF GENRES, FROM FASHION AND COMMERCIAL WORK TO MUSIC AND PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHY. HOW DO YOU ADAPT YOUR SIGNATURE STYLE TO FIT SUCH DIVERSE PROJECTS?A: Thank you for the compliment! If you wake up with the feeling of putting on your favorite music, taking a shower, tidying up, or cooking%u2014it%u2019s all about delivering practicality with a touch of playfulness. That%u2019s how I approach my work%u2014by bringing a sense of rhythm and spontaneity while staying true to my artistic vision. Q: AS AN ESTONIAN PHOTOGRAPHER, DOES YOUR CULTURAL BACKGROUND OR THE LANDSCAPES OF TALLINN INFLUENCE YOUR WORK IN ANY WAY?A: Clean nature, clean mind, clean imagery%u2014reserved and minimal. My cultural background definitely shapes my aesthetic and artistic approach. Q: MINIMALISM IS CENTRAL TO YOUR ARTISTRY. HOW DO YOU MAINTAIN THAT SIMPLICITY WHILE ENSURING YOUR WORK REMAINS RICH IN EMOTION AND NARRATIVE?A: Great question. I believe in maintaining authenticity by occasionally distancing myself from the fast-paced, social media-driven world. This allows me to re-enter with a refreshed perspective and a deeper connection to my work. Q: WHAT ADVICE WOULD YOU GIVE TO ASPIRING PHOTOGRAPHERS LOOKING TO DEVELOP A DISTINCT AND RECOGNIZABLE STYLE LIKE YOURS?A: Repetition and recognizing patterns. If it starts feeling repetitive or even slightly boring, that%u2019s often a sign of progress%u2014it means you%u2019ve reached a new level of artistic development. That%u2019s where craftsmanship evolves, and your unique style begins to take shape. Q: LOOKING AHEAD, ARE THERE ANY DREAM COLLABORATIONS, PROJECTS, OR THEMES YOU%u2019D LIKE TO EXPLORE IN THE FUTURE?A: I%u2019m always open to collaborating with open-minded creatives. Personally, I%u2019d love to push my work even further as a visual stimulant%u2014leaning into more graphical, aesthetic, and visually