Rainer Paananen was born in Tikkakoski, Finland, in 1990. He is a visual artist and photographer 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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He has recently exhibited his work in spaces such as Kunsthalle Helsinki (2021), Kunsthalle Turku (2021) and Gallery Bässen (Raasepori, 2021).

 

Alongside his artistic work, Paananen works as a freelance photographer and videographer. His photographs have been seen in several magazines such as Helsingin Sanomat, AUM and Metal Hammer. Paananen is happily seeking collaborations at any time.

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