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I capture fleeting moments – and emotions – with my camera. Then the moments are saved – and remembered – for the future.
I am a photographer. I’ve received nominations and awards for my photography from IPA, BIFA and WMO. My sports photography have been featured at billboards around the city of Stockholm and my travel photos have been used by various tourist accounts around the world.
I’m a member of Svenska Fotografers Förbund, and I have had my photos exhibited at Kulturhuset in Stockholm and at KvarnKonst in Norrbotten, and Planket 2025 in Stockholm. Canon Nordic has featured one of my photos as a cover photo in their social media.
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“For us, it feels incredibly fun to have the opportunity to buy photographs from such an experienced and professional photographer as Helena Mettavainio. Helena not only captures the sport itself, but also the joy, speed and emotion in the images.”
Cornelia, Sports Coordinator, SweRolling
Latest posts
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Swimming with turtles
Swimming With Ancient Souls Sometimes I forget how lucky I’ve been and what amazing things was once part of my daily life. Like a few years ago in Sri Lanka I was swimming in a bay with sea turtles every day. Usually, since I get up early, it was just me and the turtles in
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Postcards from Thailand
In January 2026, I traveled to Phuket, escaping the winter storm in Stockholm. This trip was a much-needed break after a challenging year. I enjoyed swimming, snorkeling, and exploring beautiful landscapes, including Koh Panyee and James Bond Island. The experience rejuvenated me, highlighting the calming effects of the sea.
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Silver winner in The Budapest Photo Awards
My surf and beach life photos from Mazatlén, Mexico got a silver award in the category Lifestyle & People in The Budapest Photo Awards this year.
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Mexi Log Fest in Mazatlán
A travel gudie to Mazatlán, Mexico and to Mexi Log Fest where i photographed longboard surfing. There’s also some tips about surf photography and destination photography that I’ve learned during my travels.
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Planket 2025 – Photo exhibition in Stockholm
An interview with me regarding my photography and how it’s developed through the years. What my inspirations are and what skills I hope to develop. This because I’m taking part in a big group exhibition in Stockholm called Planket 2025, on the weekend of 16-17 of August.
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Budapest International Foto Awards 2025
Surf photos from the longboard surfing contest MexiLogFest taking place in Mazatlán, Mexico. The photos feature some of the best long board surfers in the world and I’ve submitted the photos to the contest Budapest International Foto Awards
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