I am Petri Koivisto, a Finnish nature videographer, photographer, and visual design professional. My work combines extensive experience in graphic design, a passion for nature, and a desire to bring nature closer to people’s everyday lives and integrate it into various environments.

For me, nature video is more than just a recording of a landscape or natural events. It can convey a mood, tell a story, or complement a broader context. I approach every project from the perspective of both a videographer and a visual designer. I consider what kind of content suits the intended purpose and how image, sound, and rhythm come together to form a cohesive whole.

I have worked in visual design for a long time, first at advertising agencies and later as an entrepreneur. My background as a graphic designer is also reflected in the way I film and edit videos. I pay attention to composition, shapes, colors, and details—above all, how they come together to form a whole.

Design and intuition complement each other. In nature, the best moments often come unexpectedly, and not everything can be scripted in advance. Long filming trips have taught me patience and the sensitivity to notice even the most unexpected moments.

The atmosphere of a video is created by the interplay of image, sound, and rhythm. Sound is particularly important to me: the sounds of nature, silence, and the small details of the soundscape can transform the entire viewing experience.

Music has been a part of my life since my youth. Composing and arranging have taught me to listen to the big picture and to perceive rhythm. I also draw on these skills when editing videos and building a shared rhythm between image and sound.

I’ve been spending time in nature and observing birds for decades. Knowing the species and their behavior helps me anticipate situations and find interesting moments to photograph. Often, what’s happening around a single striking shot is more important than the shot itself.

I photograph on nature’s terms and with respect for it. It’s important to me that my photography doesn’t disturb the animals or harm the environment. Nature isn’t just a subject for photography—it’s also a place where I want to spend time.

Naturevideo.fi brings together my expertise in nature videos, soundscapes, and virtual nature. I create content for a wide range of purposes: for displays that set the mood in spaces, sensory rooms, virtual nature experiences, and corporate videos.

I work both independently and in collaboration with other professionals. For each project, I select the appropriate skills and technology based on its goals and intended use.

I spend a lot of time out on filming trips, sometimes even by bike. I keep my filming equipment as light and portable as possible so I can capture moments and move through nature effortlessly. In addition to traditional video production, I utilize aerial photography, 360-degree filming, and various audio recording methods.

I want to create content that brings nature closer—through landscapes, sounds, and immersive experiences.