Henrik Duncker. FINLAND BY CHANCE

Henrik Duncker’s series Finland by Chance (Suomea sattumoisin) is based on a random algorithm which calculated geographical coordinates for 100 spots around Finland. At first glance Duncker’s pictures may appear dry and deadpan, but the multi-layered character of them is seeping sharp observations balanced with humour and irony. The project consists of meticulous compositions in documentary style, in which the chaotic too is beautiful. How Finland really looks today? Is this a proposal for new national landscapes?

Henrik Duncker (b. 1963, Helsinki) is a Helsinki-based photographer who graduated from The University of Arts and Design, Helsinki, in 1993. His works have been shown in numerous solo and group shows in Finland and abroad. Duncker’s works are for the most part documentary style observations made during long term projects.