Vojtěch Jasný 1925 – 2019

Biography

Vojtěch Jasný was born on November 30, 1925, in the small Moravian town of Kelč, during a formative period in Czech history. His life would span nearly a century, witnessing tremendous change across Central Europe and contributing meaningfully to the artistic landscape of his homeland.

Throughout his career, Jasný distinguished himself as both a photographer and director, working in mediums that allowed him to capture and interpret the world around him. His dual talents in these visual arts reflected a deep sensitivity to composition, light, and human experience—qualities that defined his creative output across decades of professional work.

Jasný remained active and connected to his roots in Moravia throughout his life, eventually settling in Přerov, where he spent his final years. On November 15, 2019, just weeks before what would have been his ninety-fourth birthday, Jasný passed away in his adopted hometown. His long life and artistic legacy left an imprint on Czech cultural history, remembered as a dedicated craftsman of the photographic and directorial arts.