Journal

Thoughts and advice.

May 2, 2026

Skip the long portrait session: a new way to photograph weddings

Tradition says an hour in front of the camera after the ceremony. But more photographers are now going the other way. How you can get better photos and more time with your guests.

March 29, 2026

Micro wedding: when 30 guests give more than 100

More and more couples are choosing small weddings with only the closest. A photographer's thoughts on what changes when the guest list shrinks, and why it often makes for a better day.

March 22, 2026

Blue hour: the most beautiful hour of your wedding happens after sunset

While everyone talks about golden hour, a new trend has taken over internationally: portraits in the blue, cinematic light right after sunset. Here's how it works.

March 15, 2026

Photo and video for your wedding: one supplier or two?

Should you book the same person for photo and video, or choose two specialists? An honest walk-through of pros and cons, from someone who delivers both.

March 8, 2026

First look or traditional? How to choose what's right for your wedding

Should you see each other before the ceremony, or wait until the church doors open? A photographer's thoughts on what affects both photos and feelings.

March 1, 2026

Outdoor wedding ceremony in Norway: what to think about

A photographer's experience from outdoor ceremonies in everything from brilliant sun to pouring rain. How to give your day the best chance.

February 22, 2026

What does a wedding photographer cost in Norway?

An honest explanation of what's actually behind the price, why it varies so much, and what to look for beyond the numbers.

February 15, 2026

10 questions to ask your wedding photographer before you book

An honest checklist from a photographer. How to find out whether the photographer is right for you, before you sign the contract.

February 8, 2026

Wedding day timeline: how to fit everything in (without rushing)

What a photographer learns after many weddings: where the timeline usually breaks, how much time you actually need, and how the day flows best.

February 1, 2026

How to choose a wedding photographer: an honest guide from the inside

Most articles on this are written to sell you the photographer who wrote them. This one isn't. Here's what I actually see in the industry, said straight.

January 25, 2026

Winter weddings in Norway: why they can be more beautiful than summer

Polar nights, snow and short daylight sound challenging, but they give some of the most memorable images you can get. Here's how winter weddings work.

July 17, 2025

Engagement session at Sognsvann — Turid & Erik

An engagement session with Turid and Erik at Sognsvann in Oslo on a warm July evening — six weeks before their wedding on Tromøy.

May 29, 2025

Engagement session at Bogstad Gård — Emilie & Andreas

An engagement session at Bogstad Gård in Oslo with Emilie and Andreas — two people who clearly enjoy each other's company, and it showed in front of the camera.

February 28, 2024

Planning a destination wedding in Norway: what you actually need to know

The practical side of getting married in Norway when you're coming from abroad — paperwork, logistics, and what surprised people most.