Date and Time
6.10pm/8.45pm Tuesday 27th Jan – 10.30am Monday 2nd Feb 2026
Duration
Six Nights
Price
£2,950 (£400 deposit, £2,550 balance to be paid by the 21st Oct 2024. If booking after the 21st Oct 2024, full amount is payable)
Workshop Leaders
Melvin Nicholson
Chris Frost
Workshop Attendees
6
Pick Up Date & Time
Choice of two collection times depending on your arrival flight time. Either 6.10pm or 8.45pm Tuesday 27th Jan 2026 at Leknes Airport
Drop Off Date & Time
10.30am Monday 2nd Feb 2026 at Leknes Airport
Exertion Level
Easy – All locations within half a mile from the car, some much closer. Some slippery rocks on the water's edge and uneven ground and sandy beaches present. A reasonable level of fitness and mobility is required.
Lofoten Winter Photography Workshop
The Lofoten Islands stand among the world's premier destinations for dramatic mountain and seascape photography. During winter, this Arctic archipelago transforms into an extraordinary landscape where 3,000-foot peaks rise directly from the Norwegian Sea, their snow-covered summits creating breathtaking contrasts against dark waters and stormy skies.
Winter's Photographic Paradise
Lofoten's winter transformation creates unparalleled photographic opportunities. The iconic red rorbuer (traditional fishermen's cabins) provide vibrant focal points against the monochromatic winter landscape, while the interconnected islands linked by dramatic bridges offer endless compositional possibilities. Snow blankets the entire region, creating a pristine winter wonderland that enhances every photographic element.
Optimal Winter Light Conditions
January's unique lighting conditions make this the ideal time for landscape photography in Lofoten. While sunrise occurs around 9:35 AM and sunset by 3:00 PM, the extended golden hour begins two hours before sunrise, and blue hour continues for two hours after sunset. This creates approximately nine hours of exceptional shooting light daily, with the sun maintaining a low angle throughout, producing sublime, ethereal illumination that transforms ordinary scenes into extraordinary images.
Strategic Location and Accommodation
All photographic locations lie within 15-60 minutes of our base near Reine, with most accessible in under 30 minutes. This strategic positioning maximizes photography time while minimizing travel.
Our accommodation for this tour is the beautifully presented and homely Lofoten Planet Boutique Hotel in Sørvågen near Reine. You will have your own private sound insulated and peaceful double room with a shared bathroom (as is the norm in Lofoten), and there is a 14 seat dining table and a lovely spacious communal lounge, and a fully equipped kitchen.
We provide a continental breakfast, while lunch and evening meals are not included. Lunch is typically a sandwich and a coffee at a cafe/service station and the evenings are spent at local restaurants where exceptional Nordic cuisine is available at reasonable prices.
Aurora Photography Opportunities
Weather permitting, dedicated northern lights photography sessions are scheduled every evening when aurora activity is predicted, providing optimal opportunities to capture one of nature's most spectacular displays against Lofoten's dramatic landscape.
Aurora Hunting - We will be out photographing the aurora on every evening it is on show
Photography Locations
Flakstad
Hamnoy
Haukland Beach
Nusfjord
Ramberg
Reine
Sakrisoy
Skagsanden Beach
Svolvær
Uttakleiv Beach
Vikten
Plus some hidden gems
The locations we will be visiting are listed above and the decision on where and when to visit will very much depend on the weather and light available.
Day 1 – Tuesday 27th January 2026
Leknes Airport - Reine
We will collect the workshop participants at either 6.10pm or 8.45pm (depending on which flight you are on) from Leknes airport before heading to our workshop hotel in Sørvågen near Reine (1hr journey).
Day 2 – 6 (Weds 28th January to Sun 1st February 2026)
Travel to all the locations listed above. There has been additional time built into the workshop to have you revisit your favourite locations to give you an opportunity to capture them in a different light, weather conditions and at a different time of day.
Day 7 – Mon 2nd February 2026 – Leknes Airport
Sadly the time has come to leave Lofoten behind and board a plane home at 11.45am but we are certain that during your flight home you will reflect on what will be we are absolutely sure, a trip of a lifetime for you all. We hope you can join us.
Melvin Nicholson
Melvin Nicholson is a professional landscape photographer and the founder of Landscape Locations Photo Tours, renowned for his ability to translate drama, mood, and atmosphere into compelling visual stories. Drawn to the outdoors from an early age, he has spent decades exploring coastlines, mountains, and remote wilderness regions in search of expressive light and powerful compositions. His work is defined by bold colour, meticulous detail, and a deep appreciation for the landscapes he photographs.
Based in the UK, Melvin has travelled extensively, developing deep knowledge of photographic locations across Japan, Europe, Vietnam, and Namibia. His portfolio includes the acclaimed image “Fogbow,” which earned him significant recognition for capturing a rare and ethereal natural phenomenon with striking clarity and artistry. Whether working under dramatic storm light or the hushed tones of dawn, he brings a patient, considered approach that reveals nature at its most atmospheric.
Alongside his photography, Melvin is a passionate educator and tour leader, guiding photographers of all levels through workshops and international photo tours. Through Landscape Locations Photo Tours, he combines expert location knowledge with personalised instruction, helping participants refine their technical skills and creative vision. Known for his warm, supportive teaching style, he offers unforgettable experiences that inspire photographers to grow, explore, and create meaningful images of their own.
Chris Frost
Chris discovered his passion for photography later in life, sparked during a honeymoon trip to Japan and cemented in 2012 when he first picked up a landscape camera. Drawn to the genre’s blend of beauty, drama, and creative challenge, he quickly developed a deep appreciation for the natural world and the stories it reveals through light and weather.
Living just moments from Dorset’s iconic Jurassic Coast, Chris initially focused on capturing its wild, untamed seascapes, scenes shaped by dynamic tides, shifting skies, and rugged geology. In more recent years, this love for stormy coastlines has been balanced by an equal fascination with Dorset’s quieter side: its hidden woodlands, delicate seasonal displays, and atmospheric treescapes.
Specialising in evocative images of the South West, Chris brings a unique blend of patience, technical understanding, and artistic intuition to his work. His distinctive style has earned national recognition, including winning UK Landscape Photographer of the Year in 2020 and placing runner-up in the Wildflowers category of the International Garden Photographer of the Year. Today, he shares his knowledge and passion through guiding, helping photographers of all levels capture the landscapes they’ve always dreamed of.
Our accommodation for this tour is the beautifully presented and homely Lofoten Planet Boutique Hotel in Sørvågen near Reine complete with lake views.
You will have your own private, soundproofed and peaceful double room with a shared bathroom (as is the norm in Lofoten), and there is a 14 seat dining table for breakfast time and a lovely spacious communal lounge, and a fully equipped kitchen that we are free to use to prepare breakfast/meals.
We provide a continental breakfast, while lunch and evening meals are not included. Lunch is typically a sandwich and a coffee at a cafe/service station and the evenings are spent at local restaurants where exceptional Nordic cuisine is available at reasonable prices.
There is no single occupancy supplement charged.
www.lofotenplanet.com/boutiquehotel
TRANSPORT DURING THE WORKSHOP
Our mode of transport for this workshop will a modern nine-seat long wheelbase minibus. This will ensure that there is plenty of space for us all including luggage, clothing and camera equipment.
Included
- Six nights accommodation in a beautifully presented boutique hotel (own double/twin, modern shared bathrooms)
- Continental breakfast is provided
- Dedicated 1-2-1 photography tuition from two workshop tutors
- Collection and drop off at Leknes Airport, Lofoten
- Transport during the workshop in a modern, comfortable winter equipped nine seater minibus
Excluded
- All meals and drinks (except continental breakfast at the hotel)
- Flights to Lofoten
- Travel and camera insurance
