Nordic Gathering at Fotografiska in Stockholm
Välkommen
As we say in Swedish, “Välkommen” means “welcome”, and that’s exactly how we want to make you feel on September 18th at Fotografiska in Stockholm. We’re excited to host a one-day workshop in English, designed to deliver actionable takeaways and leave the fluff behind. Our goal is to create a valuable experience for every guest in the room.
This event will feature four keynote presentations and three hands-on photography sessions, all packed into a single afternoon. The photography sessions will focus on portraits, flash techniques, and couple photography, providing practical skills you can immediately apply to your work.
Beyond the educational content, this workshop is also an opportunity for our Swedish and Nordic community members to connect and catch up. It’s been a while since we’ve had a chance to gather as a community, and we’re thrilled to bring everyone together again. Plus, September is a magical time in our beloved home city of Stockholm, making it the perfect setting for a special day of learning, networking, and creative growth.
Format & Host
The day will take place in the Salongen room at Fotografiska from 08:00 to 17:00. Maria Broström, a beloved member of the WUN Familjen, will be our host for the day.
The event will consist of four inspiring keynote presentations and three hands-on photography sessions, each with a distinct focus on practical topics. The photography sessions will cover portraits, flash techniques, and couple photography. Unlike traditional conferences, we’ve designed these sessions to be conversational and interactive, with a focus on discussion and collaboration. The intimate setting of the Salongen room is designed to facilitate a sense of community and connection among attendees, allowing for an engaging and immersive learning experience.
Photo Credit – Linda-Pauline Arousell
The Keynotes
Aga Maru
Cash In on Your Craft
You’ve done the hard work – the couple found you in the sea of photographers, they booked you amongst the competition, and you’ve nailed the wedding, shoot or session. Now it’s time to monetise your masterpiece. Learn how to maximise sales and revenue from each photoshoot with proven strategies and innovative tools from Pic-Time.
Mark Pacura
Clients remember how they feel at the end, not the beginning
Not getting the reach you want? Uninterested in social media or blogging? Word of mouth remains the most reliable marketing tool, unaffected by algorithms. Want to grow your business organically? Focus on nurturing your existing clients rather than solely seeking new ones. Use tangible products to turn your clients into ambassadors and boost your yearly profit by 30%.
Chris Denner
Being unapologetically yourself
To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment. Fads and trends emerge and then wilt away, and as a creative, it can be confusing to connect with your genuine self. I’ll be discussing how, as a forty-something punk rocker with throat tattoos, I connect with my dream clients and shoot authentic imagery that mirrors my needs as a creative. I’ll be discussing my individual self-initiated art projects, my musical career, and wedding ethos, and it will be a deep dive into my mindset, creative output, and marketing methods. And it will be funny. Or maybe it won’t. Show up and find out.
Maciej Suwałowski
Flash Baby!
You’ve got the skills, you’ve got the eye, but are you getting the most out of your flash? Join Maciej Suwałowski for a 45-60 minute in-depth presentation where he’ll reveal three game-changing flash techniques to take your wedding photography to the next level. Bounce Flash: Learn how to harness the power of walls and ceilings to create soft, natural light that will leave your clients in awe. Flash in Da Hand: Discover the flexibility and creativity of handheld flash to dynamically light your subjects in any setting. Flash in Da Face: Master the art of direct flash to capture bold, striking images that will make your clients’ hearts skip a beat.
The Sessions
Aga Maru
Studio Portraits
During Aga’s session, each guest will have the opportunity to have their portrait taken (yes, a new headshot – if you want one!). Aga will guide you through the process of creating studio portraits, explaining her approach step-by-step. As she photographs each participant one by one, she’ll share insights into her technique, from flash setup to interacting with the subject. You’ll learn by observing and listening as Aga demonstrates what she’s doing and seeing in real-time. This hands-on demonstration will provide valuable insights into artistic studio portrait photography.
Chris Denner
Couple Sessions on the Fly
There’s something magical about winging it – and this spontaneity is what Chris excels at. During his session, you’ll be photographing a couple outdoors at Fotografiska. So bring your camera, get spontaneous, and go home with a few fresh ideas from Chris (plus a few photos for your portfolio!).
Maciej Suwałowski
Flash Photos for Wedding Photographers
Maciej’s keynote starts the day – but just talking about flash isn’t great if you’re not doing the techniques too, right? So with Maciej, during his session you will be photographing a couple with flash techniques. Go home afterwards with a few more photos for your portfolio, but more importantly, knowledge of how to apply flash techniques.
Tickets
Days like this do not present themselves often. Fotografiska is a remarkable venue – it’s the home of photography in the Nordics – and the setting itself is quite special. Even more so using Salongen, one of the new stylish rooms at Fotografiska.
So get a taste of Stockholm in your calendar this September! Come discover what a Fika is! And more importantly, enjoy a day where you absolutely, 100% will go home with practical takeaways.
Nordic Gathering (Fotografiska in Stockholm)
€125.00 +VAT
