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NORDIC
LIGHT & COLOR
When: September 12-19, 2026
Style: Landscape & Aurora
Activity Rating: Easy / Mild
Max Students: 10
Includes: Lodging, Meals, and Transportation During Workshop!
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Join us on a 7-day photographic expedition through the untamed beauty of Abisko, Sweden, and the hidden gems of remote Northern Norway. This is more than a workshop—it's an immersive adventure into the heart of the Arctic during one of the most visually spectacular times of the year.
We’ll journey through landscapes ablaze with fall colors, from golden birch forests to crimson-tinted tundra. You'll explore dramatic river gorges carved through ancient rock, capture sweeping mountain vistas, and discover secret, off-the-beaten-path locations known only to locals. Each day brings new terrain, fresh compositions, and unforgettable views.
As night falls, the adventure continues under the stars. Situated in one of the world’s best regions for aurora activity, you’ll have an exceptional chance to witness—and photograph—the Northern Lights in all their glory. Whether arching across the sky in subtle greens or exploding in curtains of vibrant color, the aurora offers a truly magical experience you’ll never forget.
This journey combines expert instruction, remote exploration, and the thrill of chasing light across some of Scandinavia’s most awe-inspiring wilderness. Come ready for adventure, discovery, and the photographic journey of a lifetime.
NOTE: This journey is both a standalone option and a continuation of our Predators of Finland workshop. Depending on how you are joining us, your point of arrival may vary.
For clients joining the Predators of Finland workshop that precedes this workshop, you will arrive in Rovaniemi, Finland and will remain with us throughout the Nordic Light & Color workshop where you will ultimately depart from Evenes, Norway.
For clients joining only the Nordic Light & Color workshop, you may plan to ARRIVE either in Rovaniemi, Finland OR Kiruna, Sweeden. You will ultimately depart from Evenes, Norway.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN TUTION?
Your tuition for this workshop covers the following:
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Three Professional Photography Instructors
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ONE on ONE INSTRUCTION
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Seven Nights Lodging
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SINGLE OCCUPANCY INCLUDED!
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All Meals
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Transportation During the Workshop
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Guide Service
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In-Field Photography Instruction
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Informal Classroom Instruction
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Time and Talent of Professional Instructors
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Park Fees
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Gratuity for Guide / Drivers
WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED IN TUITION?
Tuition DOES NOT include the following:
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Airfare Travel to/from your home and to/from Rovaniemi, Finland OR Kiruna, Sweeden
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Meals outside of those provided
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Incidentals & Alcohol
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Travel and/or Equipment Insurance
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Travel Insurance is HIGHLY recommended
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WHAT SKILL LEVEL IS REQUIRED?
Our workshops are specifically designed to catered to photographers of ALL SKILL LEVELS! We simply ask that you have at least a basic understanding of how your camera functions and that you bring the required and recommended equipment that we suggest so that you may get the most out of this workshop!
WORKSHOP ITINERARY
Day 1 - Saturday, September 12, 2026
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Please plan to arrive in either Rovaniemi, Finland OR Kiruna, Sweeden early morning on September 12, 2026 where we will pick you up.
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Our group will then travel to Abisko, Sweeden were we will check into our hotel.
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Time TBD - Welcome Group Dinner and Orientation in Abisko, Sweeden.
Day 2 & 3 - September 13-14, 2026
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These days will see a mix of in-field fall color landscape photography opportunities and nighttime aurora photography opportunities in and around Abisko!
Day 4 - 7 - September 15-18, 2026
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We will plan to spend these days in Northern Norway in and around Narvik, Stetinden, and Lofoten exploring stunning fall color landscapes and capturing beautiful Aurora images
Day 8 - Saturday, September 19, 2026
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On our final morning we will transport to you back to the airport in Evenes, Norway where you will begin your trip back to your home.
*Post-processing instruction will occur during periods of downtime and will not be specifically scheduled, but will occur.
NOTE: Our itineraries are always fluid and may change due to shooting conditions or opportunities. We will always strive to put our students in the best positions and locations to capture epic images. Outside of Day 1 of the workshop, specific times of the above-listed itinerary may change as necessary.
WHAT GEAR DO I NEED?
The following is the basic gear you will need for our workshops. When you register you will receive a specific gear list by email.
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DSLR or Mirrorless Camera capable of ISO 10000
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Wide Angle lens capable of at least f/2.8
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Medium Telephoto Lenses (i.e. 70-200mm)
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Quality, Sturdy Tripod
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Wired or Wireless Intervalometer
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Memory Cards & Card Reader
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Camera Batteries
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Laptop Computer (PC or Mac) with at least:
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Adobe Lightroom Classic (latest version)
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Adobe Photoshop (latest version)
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Topaz Photo AI / Denoise
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On Camera Lens Filters
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Polarizer
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6-Stop Neutral Density (ND)
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3-Stop Graduated ND
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Quality, climate appropriate clothing
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Quality footwear with ankle support
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Muck Boots (Knee High) or Similar water proof shoes for beaches
HAVE SPECIFIC GEAR QUESTIONS?
We want YOU to get the most you possibly can from our UNIQUE / Workshops.
Part of getting the most you can from our Workshops is making sure you have the right gear for this style of photography. Unfortunately, not all digital cameras and lenses are made equal. That said, we will work with whatever you have to help you create memorable images.
If you have any questions, whatsoever, concerning cameras, lens, tripods, intervalometers, laptops, or other accessories, please reach out to Tony via email at tony@319photography.com and he will gladly help you choose the right gear for the workshop.
WHAT IS THE CLIMATE LIKE?
The weather and climate in northern Norway and Northern Sweeden is renowned for being extremely unpredictable because of its many local weather systems. This means conditions can change within minutes which can also result in very dramatic light and photographic opportunities.
That said, this area has a much milder climate than other parts of the world at a similar latitudes. The coastal climate results in mild winters and cool summer temperatures. Traditionally, January and February are the coldest months with an average temperature of 30° F. In September however, the average temperature ranges is approximately 50°-60°F.
Historically, September does not see much, if any, snowfall in these areas (however it cannot be ruled out completely). Rain gear is a must for this trip as rain chances may occur.
WHAT IS THE ACTIVITY LEVEL LIKE?
For our Nordic Light & Color UNIQUE / Workshop, many of our shooting locations will not require hiking of note, however students should be prepared to hike/walk a distance of 1/2 to 1.5 mile (round trip). Terrains we will cover include flat, relatively even terrain, terrain with level changes, rocky areas, sandy beaches, and potentially muddy areas.
Additionally, there are some considerations for our students regarding the physical requirements of our workshops and in-field shooting sessions. Students should be able to:
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Walk unassisted over uneven terrain while carrying their camera equipment
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Traverse and manage terrain that includes uneven rocks, loose sand/gravel, mud, snow, ice, and level changes
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Stand or be on their feet for several hours
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Successfully maneuver and negotiate walking at night by flashlight in rocky, sandy, snowy, or muddy environment
If you have specific questions about the physical aspects of our workshops, contact Tony via email at tony@319photography.com
WHICH NIGHTS ARE INCLUDED AND WHERE ARE WE STAYING?
Tuition for this workshop INCLUDES SEVEN NIGHTS lodging! For this workshop, tuition covers the following nights:
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Saturday, September 12, 2026
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Sunday, September 13, 2026
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Monday, September 14, 2026
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Tuesday, September 15, 2026
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Wednesday, September 16, 2026
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Thursday, September 17, 2026
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Friday, September 18, 2026
We will stay at multiple hotels during this workshop, with the first night being in Abisko, Sweeden and our last night near the Evenes, Norway airport. All lodging will be single occupancy.
Specific hotel details will be provided at a later date.
WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS WORKSHOP?
This workshop is for photographers of ALL SKILL LEVELS who LOVE adventure, amazing aurora photography, stunning landscapes and have the desire to capture stellar images all while improving their abilities as an artist!
Our workshops are designed to TEACH first and foremost! If you are looking to learn and grow as a photographer, our workshops are the right choice for you!
SPOUSES AND GUESTS
319 Photography typically welcomes our students to bring along guests and spouses during our CONUS workshops for an extremely small supplemental fee; however, logistics for NON-CONUS workshops, like our Predators of Finland Workshop, are too limiting to allow guests and spouses at rates cheaper than full fare.
The available 10 slots for this workshop are for 10 total participants, whether or not they are photographers.
That said, you are more than welcome to bring your spouse, significant other, or guest but they will have to register and pay a full tuition for this workshop.
PREDATORS OF FINLAND ADD ON WORKSHOP!
We are excited to offer an extension to our Nordic Light & Color workshop that will take you to a remote area of Finland where you will capture amazing wildlife images of bears, wolves, and wolverines!
Beginning BEFORE the Nordic Light & Color workshop, our Predators of Finland workshop begins September 5, 2026 and ends September 12, 2026. Click HERE for more details on this extension opportunity!
A $1000.00 DISCOUNT WILL BE APPLIED TO THOSE WHO BOOK BOTH THE PREDATORS OF FINLAND AND NORDIC LIGHT & COLOR WORKSHOPS!
HOW DOES TUITION WORK?
The total tuition for this workshop is $6000.00.
A deposit of $2500.00 is required at booking to reserve your slot.
This deposit is NON-REFUNDABLE* and will guarantee you a slot in the workshop.
Final tuition payments are required by July 1, 2026.
Initial Deposit Transactions are completed online via the 319 Photography booking system. Payment methods for initial deposits include all Major Credit Cards or PayPal. Transactions are secure transactions.I
f you would prefer to fulfill your initial deposit in an alternate manner (check, Venmo, CashApp, etc), please email tony@319photography.com to arrange this.
Final Tuition Invoices will be sent out approximately one month prior to final tuition payment due date. Checks are preferred for Final Tuition payment fulfillment. Final tuition payments made via an electronic method (Credit/Debit Card, PayPal, Venmo, CashApp, etc.) will incur a 3% processing fee.
IMPORTANT STUFF WE SHOULD TELL YOU ABOUT
319 Photography, LLC. is certified and authorized by the National Park Service (NPS) to host and conduct photography workshops within National Parks.
319 Photography, LLC. is First Aid and CPR certified through the American Heart Association and we carry medical supplies with us during our workshops.
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