Finnish fine art photographerHannu Huhtamomasterfully uses light painting to create dynamic imagery.

In a behind-the-scenes video shot by his wife Sanna, we see Huhtamo creating his light painting.

Everything you see in the picture has really happened during the exposure, Huhtamo tells My Modern Met.

Light Painting of a Swan on a Lake by Hannu Huhtamo

There’s something magical about it.

When you draw things blindfolded, you have to concentrate fully on your body movements and muscle memory.

It’s challenging, but also rewarding.

Light Painting of Swans in the Forest by Hannu Huhtamo

Such experience makes you want to push the limits higher and higher.

I still find it a really inspiring way to express myself.

He begins each piece with a sketch before turning to his light tools.

Artistic Light Painting by Hannu Huhtamo

Likening the process to learning choreography, he then practices the drawing in sections.

By the time he makes his way to the location, he’s well-rehearsed and ready to go.

When he’s in the moment and on location, Huhtamo finds the entire process meditative.

Light Painting on Water by Hannu Huhtamo

Watch as Hannu Huhtamo creates an incredibly realistic light painting of two swans.