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Curious photographer and blogger. Likes sci-fi, retrogaming, 80s music and coffee.

Vesa Lehtimäki Star Wars photos

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Today is Star Wars Day – May the 4th be with you! – and I thought it would be timely to share one of my favourite fan projects: Vesa Lehtimäki’s Star Wars photos.

The Moon and Jupiter Over Helsinki

The Millennium Falcon on sea ice next to Kruununhaka, Helsinki. March 2013. Source: Flickr

Looking at this photo makes my jaw drop. Is it the real deal – did the Millenium Falcon actually land in Helsinki? Would love to hop on for a space jump to Mos Eisley!

Casual Parking

The Y-wing pilots, where do they get their licences? Really! I mean just look at this, you can’t really get in or out of that parking lot in a car with those Y-wings parked like that. It’s been like this after the destruction of the second Death Star. Sunday drivers… Yeah, it’s a nuisance! Source: Flickr

Internet tells me that Lehtimäki, a Finnish illustrator and designer, borrowed his son’s toys, placed them in real-life situation and did some clever photoshopping. I can only imagine the time and effort that went into making these unbelievable scenes believable. Hats off!

Desert Blues

Sand, sand and more sand… Shazbot! A Tatooine assignment can be very tough. Source: Flickr

Snowtrooper's Delight

A snowtrooper isn’t happy without snow. A lot of snow! Source: Flickr

Don’t forget to check out Lehtimäki’s Flickr for some more fabulous shots, tell us what you think. May the force be with you on May the 4th!

Mahatma Gandhi in Geneva

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Mahatma Gandhi

“Mahatma Ghandi: My life is my message” by Gautam Pal (2007)

We were surprised by the Ariana Museum not long ago. If you are strolling in the Ariana park, take a minute in the company of Gautam Pal‘s statue of Mahatma Gandhi that was unveiled in November 2007 to commemorate the 60th anniversary of Indo-Swiss friendship. This must be one of the most beautiful public sculptures in Geneva. Stand close and look up at the face; you cannot but help pick up on the vibes of peace and serenity. How can a man like this die a violent death?

James Rizzi: the merchandise!

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Last year we discovered the fabulous 3D work by James Rizzi at Galerie ID. The interest has been phenomenal. He obviously has fans all round the world. We have now been shown his printed “merchandise.” But we’re not talking about posters and tee-shirts. This is quality beautiful stuff from limited-edition Rosenthal ceramics to totally collectable zippo lighters (and a really funky umbrella.) Enjoy our little video!!!