Johannes Pääsuke
Estonian photographer and director
Born
March 30th, 1892
133 years ago
Died
1918
107 years ago — 26 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
Estonia
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A prominent Estonian photographer and film director. Pääsuke played a significant role in the development of Estonian photography and cinema during the early 20th century. He studied at the University of Tartu and later worked on various photographic and film projects. His works focused on capturing the essence of Estonian culture and landscapes. In addition to photography, he directed several films, contributing to the country's burgeoning film scene. Pääsuke's legacy includes a commitment to showcasing Estonian identity through visual arts.
Directed the first Estonian feature film, 'Vari'
Pioneered landscape photography in Estonia
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