Welcome to my Nature Photography Walk in Stockholm’s Royal City Park, called Djurgården! This Private Photography Walk is aimed for anyone who is interested in learning nature and landscape photography, no matter their level of experience. In private group of participants, we will explore the green oasis Djurgården in central Stockholm which offers a variety of interesting subjects, from ancient oak trees to beautiful flowers and wildlife.

You will learn how to set up your camera, how to find interesting compositions in nature and how to create nature photos that stand out!

The Nature Photography Walk will take place in the evening during Golden Hour. We will take advantage from the soft, golden light during that time. For me, this is the best time to photograph!

If you don’t have a professional camera, no worries! You can just bring your smartphone!

Is this Photo Walk something for me?

This Private Photography Walk is aimed for anyone who is interested in learning nature and landscape photography, no matter their level of experience. From beginners who wish to learn the basics of photography, through intermediate photographers looking to improve their skill, all the way to advanced photographers who have mastered the basics and wish to visit great locations and find new inspiration. The goal is to enjoy our time together and have fun discovering the beautiful nature of Djurgården, leaving you inspired and motivated to capture stunning nature photos.

What will I learn?

Apart from some stunning pictures, here are some more things you will benefit from by attending this class:

• Understanding the exposure triangle (ISO, aperture, exposure time), the histogram, focus, etc.

• Learning to use different shooting modes

• Choosing the right lenses and focal length for different situations

• Learning different concepts of composition

• Understanding how lights and shadows can influence the mood in the picture

• Using camera filters and advanced techniques like long exposures and bracketing

What is included?

• 3 hours of walking and shooting at different locations

• eBook on Compositions for Landscape Photography

• Constant professional guidance and review of your photos on site

What is not included?

• Camera equipment / Smartphone

• Transportation

• Accommodation

• Lunch

• Insurance

What should I bring?

Camera equipment

• Your DSLR or mirrorless camera with spare batteries and SD memory cards. Alternatively: compact camera or smartphone

• Camera lens(es): preferably mid-range zoom lens in the 24-70mm range. A wide angle lens and a telephoto lens such as 70-200mm can also be very useful. Bringing a macro lens will allow you to create close-up shots.

• Tripod (optional)

• Lens filters, if you have them (but not necessary)

Clothes

Since most of this class will take place outside, please dress appropriately depending on the weather conditions. I also recommend to wear good walking shoes and bring a bottle of water. In case of cold weather, don't forget to bring gloves and a hat.

Location

This Nature Photography Walk takes place in the southern part of Djurgården (“Södra Djurgården”) in Stockholm City.

Just a kilometer from central Stockholm, we will find the green oasis of Djurgården with its rich flora and fauna and lots of interesting subjects to photograph! Djurgården has a long story to tell, from the times when it was exclusively used for hunting and recreation by the Swedish kings to becoming the world’s first protected city park which is now known as Royal National City Park.

Thanks to the protection, the park offers an incredibly diverse nature with 100 species of breeding birds as well as 800 varieties of flowering plants. Djurgården is also home to some of the oldest oak trees in Sweden, dating back hundreds of years. when they were grown to be used for the royal ships. Those unique ancient giants make great subjects for your nature photography!

If we are lucky, we will even encounter wild animals like deer, hare or fox that live in the area.

Meeting point

We will meet at the entrance of Södra Djurgården, the blue gate (“Blå Porten”) right on the southern side of the bridge to Djurgården (“Djurgårdsbron”).

More information

Time and duration

This Nature Photography Walk takes place in the evening hours before sunset to get the best light of the day. We will walk for approx. 3 hours through the southern part of Djurgården.

Once you have booked the experience, I will get in touch with you to find a date that suits the best.

Mobility

Please consider that we will walk a fair amount to reach some of the most photogenic locations. This is why it is important that you wear comfortable shoes and dress according to the weather conditions.

Language

This class can be performed in either English or German, whatever your preferred language.

Groups

This Photo Walk can be booked online for a maximum group of 8 people. Please specify the correct number of people when reserving this photography class. In case you are interested in a photography class for a larger number of people, please get in touch with me.

Children

Minors between the age of 12 and 18 can attend a class by having a parental consent form filled out by their parent/legal guardian or by being accompanied by an adult supervisor. Please note that if the accompanying person also brings a camera you are required to book 2 spots for the class.

Gift voucher

Are you gifting this workshop to somebody else? Once you have booked a workshop feel free to send me a message and request a voucher that you can give to the lucky one.