LOFOTEN WINTER WONDERLAND
FEB 16TH - 23RD 2025 (8 Days, 7 Nights)
Imagine a landscape straight out of a North Pole Christmas story, and you’ve got Lofoten.
In this part of Northern Norway, the towns are quaint and the sun stays low. The high northern latitude makes for some epic aurora viewing, and the small fishing towns, fjords, beaches and mountains make for some of the most epic backdrops in the world.
Discover Lofoten Norway with us!
During this 8-day workshop, we will be traveling to locations straight out of a fairytale. Our intimate knowledge of the area allows us to provide you with the best way to capture the breathtaking beauty that this Arctic archipelago has to offer.
On this photo adventure, we will explore many picturesque locations. This area is overflowing with dramatic mountains, beaches, fjords, and small fishing villages.
The charm of these islands combined with amazing aurora viewing capabilities, and endless golden hour lighting from the low sun in winter, create some amazing photography opportunities.
During the workshop, our itinerary will be kept as flexible as possible as we chase the light and colors of this extraordinary place. On a typical day, you will be up early to capture the sunrise and out past sunset, into the night to chase aurora.
Daylight hours will be spent resting, in post-processing sessions, or out shooting if the weather looks good.
Our Photo Guides will monitor weather forecasts, road conditions, and any other factors and plan the days to optimize shooting conditions. Our goal is to put you in the best locations at the right time with the best light!
Whether you’re an experienced, amateur, or beginner photographer, you will add to your portfolio with an incredible array of images, learning composition techniques with the assistance of award-winning photo guides.
This is a drone-friendly workshop and we will be happy to assist with instructions on how to take spectacular photos using your drone!
FEBRUARY 16TH - 23RD 2025 (8 Days, 7 Nights)
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS
Improving your Landscape, Drone, Astro, and Golden Hour photography skills with our team of master photographers
Experiencing the endless golden hour lighting of a winter in the Northern Arctic
Capturing the incredible Aurora Borealis – from epic wide-angle landscapes as foreground
Receiving support and mentoring that is personalized to your photography skills and journey
Learning composition techniques to transform your photos into compelling, creative, and engaging images
Introduction to drone photography, assistance with drone setup, and if it’s your first time or in-field instruction for how to fly one and use this new tool for photography
Visiting the dramatic Mountains in Fjords in Norway.
Understanding how to create stunning panoramas – from shooting the images in-field to the post-processing workflowUnderstanding how to create stunning panoramas – from shooting the images in-field to the post-processing workflow
A small workshop so your experience is truly personal, and you get to know your guide and fellow photographers
WHAT’S INCLUDED
8 day workshop with 7 nights accommodation
Award-winning, professional Photo Guides who will provide a combination of instruction, masterclasses, and in-field guidance
Transfers to and from Leknes Airport
Transportation during the workshop in a comfortable vehicle with ample room for you and your photography gear
Post-processing masterclasses and image critique sessions to guarantee that you go home with an incredible portfolio
Access to exclusive discounts on gear from our partners
Lots of fun, laughter, bragging rights, and amazing memories!
WHAT’S EXCLUDED
Flights/travel to and from the pickup location in Norway
Food and beverages (except welcome and departure dinner)
Items of a personal nature including (but not limited to) laundry services, clothing, Wi-Fi, email, or phone charges
Personal Travel, Medical, Equipment or Trip Cancellation Insurance
Visas (if applicable)
Gratuities for Photo Guides, local guides, and/or drivers
Price for the workshop is $4,100 USD For Double Occupancy (shared room)
You'll have two options to sign up for the photo tour. First option is the deposit to secure your spot, with balance due 90 days before workshop. Second option is to pay full amount upfront. Pricing is based on double occupancy (shared room). Single occupancy (single room) is available for $4,900. Upon signing up you will be emailed a list of all details for locations and a checklist of what to bring to be fully prepared for the workshop.
Payment plans are available for workshops. Contact me for more info.
WORKSHOP ITINERARY
Our workshop's itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of our Photo Guides depending on factors including but not limited to weather, road conditions, transportation delays, and other factors beyond our control. We will check the weather forecasts and road conditions and plan our day to optimize shooting conditions. Our goal is to put you at the right place, at the right time based on the weather and locations in Lofoten.
We cannot guarantee that we will be able to visit all the locations on the itinerary.
LOFOTEN IMAGE GALLERY
MEET YOUR GUIDES
Sigurður William Brynjarsson
Sigurdur William Brynjarsson (Siggi) is a photographer based in Iceland. He is currently the brand ambassador for Skylum software, NiSi Filters, FotoPro tripods Irix lenses, Vallerret Photography Gloves and is a distinguished member of the Global Elite Photographers team. He is passionate about photographing locations all around the world, but especially in his home country of Iceland.
He has won multiple awards for his work, both locally and internationally, especially for his Aurora Borealis photos and has even written a book on the subject. He has led photography workshops and tours in Iceland since 2012 with great success and rave reviews. When the days get longer, he turns his eyes towards the amazing midnight sun with golden hours that seem to stretch on forever.
Siggi is the owner and CEO of Viking International PhotoTours, a company that is registered in both Iceland and the US and is a certified tour operator by the Icelandic Tourist Board. He is also Red Cross CPR and First Aid Certified.
John Weatherby
John is a US based photographer who discovered his passion for photography while working as a waiter in college. While managing the companies social media accounts, John began to learn how to take better photos, eventually investing in a DSLR and lighting equipment. Venturing away from the hospitality industry, John began to take photos of his hometown (Tampa Bay) which immediately gained the attention of the community and affirmed that he could turn his passion into a successful career.
John started his company Weatherby Photography in 2015 and has since worked with clients such as Uber, Pepsi, and the Home Depot, to name a few.
John is most known for his vivid pictures, showcasing an “outside of the box” perspective. Aside from his fine art work, John’s specialties also include commercial, architecture and travel photography.