May 21, 2025

What is a Photography Tour?

A photography tour is not just a holiday with a camera. It is an experience built around light, timing, creativity, and connection. It is about slowing down, exploring purposefully, and returning home with images you are genuinely proud of, not just snapshots. If you have ever stood in a beautiful location at the wrong time ...

Molen Leonide, Netherlands

May 12, 2025

Scaling Back for a Stronger Future

Wondering why there are fewer tours listed for 2026/2027? I’ve decided to scale things back for 2026 into 2027. You won’t see as many tours listed, and that’s entirely intentional. I’m not stepping away from running tours completely, far from it, but I am taking a step back to focus on what matters most, both ...

March 16, 2025

5 Profound Photography Truths That Will Transform the Way You Shoot

Photography isn’t just about pressing a button, it’s about how you see the world. Over the years, I’ve learned that it’s not about having the latest gear or visiting famous locations, it’s about connection. Your connection to light, the scene, and the moment. Here are five lessons that completely changed the way I approach photography. ...

January 28, 2025

From Tourist to Photographer: Brian’s Transformative Journey with Us

Today, I’m sharing a blog post from a guest, Brian, who joined me on one of my photography tours to the Dolomites and Slovenia. I asked him to write about his experience because of something he said that has always stuck with me: how switching from traditional tourist holidays to photography-focused tours and workshops changed ...

January 22, 2025

Lofoten: A Week of Perfect Light

This blog post will continue to get updated over the week. Every single photography tour that I do is completely different from the next. It’s not very often that you’re blessed with near-perfect weather, incredible light, and a group of photographers who immediately click. This tour was nothing short of spectacular. From the serene, pastel ...

January 17, 2025

Lofoten: Moments of Magic

As photographers, we’re always at the mercy of Mother Nature. My first Lofoten Photography Tour of 2025 tested our patience with its challenging weather but rewarded us with moments of magic and camaraderie that made it all worthwhile. Here’s a day-by-day recap of our journey. Monday: Battling the Elements The tour began with relentless rain ...

January 5, 2025

Essential Tips to Prepare for a Photography Tour

Photography tours and workshops are an incredible way to learn new skills, explore creative ideas, and visit stunning places while capturing some of your best photos. This guide is perfect for beginners or photography enthusiasts who want to make the most of their next adventure. Over the years, I’ve found that preparation makes all the ...

November 17, 2024

What to Wear on a Winter / Arctic Photography Trip

With my winter tours fast approaching, I thought it was about time I updated the packing list for winter-specific trips. Arctic winter photography can be both breathtaking and brutal—especially when you’re trying to focus on capturing that perfect shot in freezing conditions. While I’ve previously covered the basics of layering, in this post, I want ...

Senja Photograpy Tour

November 13, 2024

What Makes a Good Landscape Photograph?

In landscape photography, capturing the beauty and essence of a scene is about more than just taking a picture; it’s about finding the right balance between subject, light, and composition. Coming to grip with these three elements is key to transforming a simple landscape into a beautiful photograph. Let’s take a look at each one ...

August 6, 2024

How to Photograph Northern Lights: A Beginners Guide

TL;DR: A good starting point when photographing the northern lights is: Focus to infinity, Aperture f/2.8, ISO 1600 (double if it’s dark), and a 10-second shutter speed. If you want the full version, keep reading. Photographing the Northern Lights is probably at the top of many photographers’ bucket lists. Learning how to photograph Northern Lights ...