Jouko Lehtola Foundation

“Here are some of our favourite photographs of his from the series Young Heroes.”

Unfortunately available only in Finnish language

Script and direction Riitta Riihonen, shooting Jan Nyman, recording Tomi Kolistaja, editing Tuomo Leino, music Jiri Kuronen, producer Långfilm Productions Mats Långbacka.

“Our favorite Finnish photographer, Jouko Lehtola, passed away last week. He shot the most honest and stunning portrayal of Finnish youth we’ve ever seen, and had that rare ability to create a special energy between himself and his subjects, and then capture the moment perfectly.”