THE WORLD-FAMOUS LIGHT OF SKAGEN
WITH PHOTOGRAPHER SERKAN GÜNES
COUNTRY: Denmark PHOTO TYPE Landscape TRIP LENGTH: 4 days GROUP SIZE: 8-12 guests DATES: April 25-28 2024
The world-renowned Skagen light is not a myth but an actuality in Skagen, located in northern Jutland. It is a landscape photographer’s dream to witness and capture the astonishing light as the sun descends over Europe’s largest migrating sand dune.
Serkan Günes
Serkan Günes
Everyone is talking about the world-famous Skagen light, but experiencing it is an entirely different matter. Just picture yourself standing amidst the heart of Europe’s largest migrating sand dune, as the sun gracefully descends, and the hues of the dunes shift from warm yellow to rusty purple. The possibilities for capturing breath-taking scenes seem endless. No matter which direction you choose to turn, there’s always something awaiting your lens. This is a truly unparalleled experience and a landscape photographer’s ultimate dream.
Under the guidance of the esteemed landscape photographer Serkan Günes, we will embark on a four-day journey capturing the essence of Skagen’s extraordinary locations. Serkan, one of our most accomplished landscape photographers, will provide invaluable assistance in bringing out that unique element in your photographs. Perhaps it will be the awe-inspiring crashing waves where the Skagerrak and Kattegat converge at Skagen’s headland, or the vast expanses of Europe’s largest migrating sand dunes at Råbjerg Mile. Alternatively, it might be the enchanting Skagen light, illuminating the mile-long sandy beaches along the coastline, or the church of Sct. Laurentii, where only the church tower emerges from the dunes.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
- Skagen headland where Skagerrak and Kattegat meet.
- Råbjerg Mile, the largest migrating sand dune in Europe.
- The magical Skagen light at Råbjerg Mile.
- The church Sct. Laurentii where only the tower is visible among the dunes.
- The mile-long sandy beaches.
- The waves ceaselessly crashing upon the beaches.
- Learning the art of perceiving and capturing lines and shapes.
- Guidance from Serkan Günes throughout the trip.
- Lectures and image editing sessions led by Serkan Günes.
COUNTRY: Denmark PHOTO TYPE Landscape TRIP LENGTH: 4 days GROUP SIZE: 8-12 guests DATES: April 25-28 2024
The world-renowned Skagen light is not a myth but an actuality in Skagen, located in northern Jutland. It is a landscape photographer’s dream to witness and capture the astonishing light as the sun descends over Europe’s largest migrating sand dune.
Serkan Günes
Everyone is talking about the world-famous Skagen light, but experiencing it is an entirely different matter. Just picture yourself standing amidst the heart of Europe’s largest migrating sand dune, as the sun gracefully descends, and the hues of the dunes shift from warm yellow to rusty purple. The possibilities for capturing breath-taking scenes seem endless. No matter which direction you choose to turn, there’s always something awaiting your lens. This is a truly unparalleled experience and a landscape photographer’s ultimate dream.
Under the guidance of the esteemed landscape photographer Serkan Günes, we will embark on a four-day journey capturing the essence of Skagen’s extraordinary locations. Serkan, one of our most accomplished landscape photographers, will provide invaluable assistance in bringing out that unique element in your photographs. Perhaps it will be the awe-inspiring crashing waves where the Skagerrak and Kattegat converge at Skagen’s headland, or the vast expanses of Europe’s largest migrating sand dunes at Råbjerg Mile. Alternatively, it might be the enchanting Skagen light, illuminating the mile-long sandy beaches along the coastline, or the church of Sct. Laurentii, where only the church tower emerges from the dunes.
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
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- Skagen headland where Skagerrak and Kattegat meet.
- Råbjerg Mile, the largest migrating sand dune in Europe.
- The magical Skagen light at Råbjerg Mile.
- The church Sct. Laurentii where only the tower is visible among the dunes.
- The mile-long sandy beaches.
- The waves ceaselessly crashing upon the beaches.
- Learning the art of perceiving and capturing lines and shapes.
- Guidance from Serkan Günes throughout the trip.
- Lectures and image editing sessions led by Serkan Günes.
DESTINATION
SKAGEN
Magical light, endless stretches of sandy beaches, and charming, quaint villages—this is the captivating essence of Skagen and northern Jutland. Skagen stands proudly as the pinnacle of Denmark, a narrow point on the Jutland peninsula. Here, the mighty waves of Skagerrak and Kattegat collide, creating a mesmerising spectacle. As Denmark’s northernmost town, Skagen has become a coveted destination for sailors, thanks to its popular guest harbour that thrives during the summer months. The renowned Skagen Museum holds the essence of North Jutland’s magical light, immortalised by the great masters. Among its permanent collections are numerous world-famous works from the late 19th century, a time when the Skagen painters flourished. Since the 1870s, Skagen has served as a focal point for artists from Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
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SKAGEN
Magical light, endless stretches of sandy beaches, and charming, quaint villages—this is the captivating essence of Skagen and northern Jutland. Skagen stands proudly as the pinnacle of Denmark, a narrow point on the Jutland peninsula. Here, the mighty waves of Skagerrak and Kattegat collide, creating a mesmerising spectacle. As Denmark’s northernmost town, Skagen has become a coveted destination for sailors, thanks to its popular guest harbour that thrives during the summer months. The renowned Skagen Museum holds the essence of North Jutland’s magical light, immortalised by the great masters. Among its permanent collections are numerous world-famous works from the late 19th century, a time when the Skagen painters flourished. Since the 1870s, Skagen has served as a focal point for artists from Denmark, Norway and Sweden.
TOUR ITINERARY
TOUR ITINERARY • APRIL 25-28, 2024
Attention! As the weather in the Faroe Islands is very varied and can change very quickly, the day programme will be determined on site based on weather and wind.
DAY 1, (25/8) – WELCOME TO SKAGEN
Meet up outside Stena Line’s ferry terminal in Fredrikshamn in connection with the ferry arriving at 12.40 p.m. Here you will be met by Serkan and a representative from Zoom Phototours for the onward journey towards Skagen, the northernmost city in Jutland, approx. 40 km north of Fredrikshamn. After checking in at the Foldens Hotel where we will stay for three nights, we head out to photograph Skagen’s famous lights at some of the many dunes along the coast.
We end the day with a joint welcome dinner while getting to know each other. During dinner, Serkan will also tell you a little more about the coming days and give some general photo tips. (D)
DAY 2-3 (25-27/8) – PHOTOGRAPHY IN SKAGEN
During the upcoming two days, our itinerary will encompass the renowned locations that have immortalized Skagen’s fame, allowing us to capture photographs at various sites that inspired the Skagen painters and their interpretation of the extraordinary light. At Råbjerg Mile, we will be welcomed by Europe’s largest migrating sand dune. Since our visit to Skagen takes place early in the season, the sand remains pristine and untouched. Guided by Serkan’s expertise, we will seek out the natural patterns that emerge as the sand shifts. These patterns will guide the viewer’s gaze, leading them through the vast expanse of dunes towards the horizon, where the sky takes on a captivating hue of pink during the sunset.
As we venture through the remarkable highlights of Skagen, we soon find ourselves at Grenen, the northeasternmost point of Jutland. Here, the sea takes centre stage, offering us a completely different set of photographic opportunities compared to the ones we encountered at the Råbjerg Mile dunes. Standing at the furthest end of the headland, we are met with a mesmerizing spectacle. Waves collide and crash against each other from either side of the headland, showcasing the meeting point of the Skagerrak and Kattegat seas. On other parts of Grenen, we have the chance to experiment with longer shutter speeds, enabling us to capture striking images of the waves gracefully washing over the beaches.
If you are lucky, you may have the opportunity to capture photographs of seals gracefully gliding through the water or basking on the beaches. While the sand and sea provide a constant presence, Skagen is an area that offers a multitude of diverse photo opportunities. Further evidence of this can be witnessed at the church of Sct. Laurentii, where the sand dunes have claimed their dominance, leaving only the church tower protruding amidst the tower protruding amidst the sand dunes. (B, L, D)
DAY 4 (28/4) – PHOTOGRAPHY AND RETURN JOURNEY
In the morning, we embark on our final photo expedition in Skagen. Following our expedition, we gather to collectively choose the picture of the trip, which automatically qualifies for the final round of the prestigious Picture of the Year 2024 competition. Afterwards, we make our way back for the return journey, taking the ferry from Frederikshavn to Gothenburg, with the departure time set at 13.50. (B)
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WELCOME TO SKAGEN
AUGUSTI 25-28, 2024
Meet up outside Stena Line’s ferry terminal in Fredrikshamn in connection with the ferry arriving at 12.40 p.m. Here you will be met by Serkan and a representative from Zoom Phototours for the onward journey towards Skagen, the northernmost city in Jutland, approx. 40 km north of Fredrikshamn. After checking in at the Foldens Hotel where we will stay for three nights, we head out to photograph Skagen’s famous lights at some of the many dunes along the coast.
We end the day with a joint welcome dinner while getting to know each other. During dinner, Serkan will also tell you a little more about the coming days and give some general photo tips. (M)
DAY 2-3 (25-27/8) – PHOTOGRAPHY IN SKAGEN
During the upcoming two days, our itinerary will encompass the renowned locations that have immortalized Skagen’s fame, allowing us to capture photographs at various sites that inspired the Skagen painters and their interpretation of the extraordinary light. At Råbjerg Mile, we will be welcomed by Europe’s largest migrating sand dune. Since our visit to Skagen takes place early in the season, the sand remains pristine and untouched. Guided by Serkan’s expertise, we will seek out the natural patterns that emerge as the sand shifts. These patterns will guide the viewer’s gaze, leading them through the vast expanse of dunes towards the horizon, where the sky takes on a captivating hue of pink during the sunset.
As we venture through the remarkable highlights of Skagen, we soon find ourselves at Grenen, the northeasternmost point of Jutland. Here, the sea takes centre stage, offering us a completely different set of photographic opportunities compared to the ones we encountered at the Råbjerg Mile dunes. Standing at the furthest end of the headland, we are met with a mesmerizing spectacle. Waves collide and crash against each other from either side of the headland, showcasing the meeting point of the Skagerrak and Kattegat seas. On other parts of Grenen, we have the chance to experiment with longer shutter speeds, enabling us to capture striking images of the waves gracefully washing over the beaches.
If you are lucky, you may have the opportunity to capture photographs of seals gracefully gliding through the water or basking on the beaches. While the sand and sea provide a constant presence, Skagen is an area that offers a multitude of diverse photo opportunities. Further evidence of this can be witnessed at the church of Sct. Laurentii, where the sand dunes have claimed their dominance, leaving only the church tower protruding amidst the
DAY 4 (28/4) – PHOTOGRAPHY AND RETURN JOURNEY
In the morning, we embark on our final photo expedition in Skagen. Following our expedition, we gather to collectively choose the picture of the trip, which automatically qualifies for the final round of the prestigious Picture of the Year 2024 competition. Afterwards, we make our way back for the return journey, taking the ferry from Frederikshavn to Gothenburg, with the departure time set at 13.50. (B)
ACCOMMODATION
ACCOMADTION
PHOTOGRAPHER
PHOTOGRAPHER
Serkan Günes – Landscape photographer
Serkan Günes was born in Istanbul but has since lived in Stockholm until he moved to Gällivare in 2015. Serkan is a landscape photographer with nature as his motif. He depicts the varied landscapes of nature, large and small. The images are characterized by his critical way of choosing light, which has become his signature. As the first Swede ever, Serkan won the prestigious “Eric Hosking Award”, which is organized every year by BBC Wildlife and the Natural History Museum in London. He has also been named Nature Photographer of the year 2009 by the Swedish Environmental Protection Agency and his pictures are published all over Europe. Serkan Günes has also led workshops in Africa, Europe and the Arctic.
PRICES, FACTS & BOOKING
PRICES, FACTS & BOOKING
Price per person: £ 1 395 or USD 1 700
The price includes:
- Accommodation according to the program as part of double rooms.
- Meals according to program (indicated by B= breakfast, L=Lunch, D=dinner).
- Bus transportation according to the program.
- Boat transportation according to the program.
- Participation from Serkan Günes throughout the journey.
- Workshop and lecture by Serkan Günes during the trip.
- Guides from Zoom Photo Tours.
- Hotel and other local taxes and fees.
- Travel documents and practical travel information.
Excluded:
- Single room supplement. £ 315 or USD 390
- Transport to the Skagen
- All costs of a personal nature, such as drink with your meal, etc.
- Cancellation protection and travel insurance. For information, see our website under “other”.
TRANSPORTATION
Upon your arrival on April 25, a representative from Zoom Phototours will be waiting for you outside the Stena Line ferry terminal in Frederikshavn at 12.40. You have the option to either bring your own car or we will pick you up in a minibus.
Please note that for the return journey on April 28, it is advisable not to book a ferry earlier than 13.50. If you desire to extend your stay by booking an extra night before or after the course, we would be more than happy to assist you with the arrangements.
Feel free to contact us either by phone at +46 (0)470-466 40 or by email at info@zoomfotoresor.se. Alternatively, you can simply indicate your desire to extend your stay in the booking form when making your reservation.
GROUP SIZE
In order for you to get personal photo guidance and the best experience with our expert photographer, our groups are always small. On this workshop, the minimum and maximum number of guests are 8 / 12.
PHOTO GEAR
- Your camera.
- Lenses from wide-angle to medium telephoto lens.
- A three-legged stand.
- A laptop with Photoshop or Lightroom.
- Extra batteries, battery chargers and extra memory cards
- A photo bag with space for a packed lunch and some extra clothes.
TOUR LEADER
Apart from an award winning photographer, our tours are always accompanied by a tour leader from Zoom with good photo knowledge. Our tour leader will handle all logistics and general matters and make sure you are having the best possible experience during the workshop.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
For more information about Terms & Conditions click here.
BOOKING
Use the online booking form below and you will receive a booking confirmation right away or you can give us a call on +46 70 180 90 99 or send an email to info@zoomphototours.com
Photo: Serkan Günes & Hans Elmqvist
PRICE
Price per person: £ 1 395 or USD 1 700
The price includes:
- Accommodation according to the program as part of double rooms.
- Meals according to program (indicated by B= breakfast, L=Lunch, D=dinner).
- Bus transportation according to the program.
- Boat transportation according to the program.
- Participation from Serkan Günes throughout the journey.
- Workshop and lecture by Serkan Günes during the trip.
- Guides from Zoom Photo Tours.
- Hotel and other local taxes and fees.
- Travel documents and practical travel information.
Excluded:
- Single room supplement. £ 315 or USD 390
- Transport to the Skagen
- All costs of a personal nature, such as drink with your meal, etc.
- Cancellation protection and travel insurance. For information, see our website under “other”.
TRANSPORTATION
Upon your arrival on April 25, a representative from Zoom Phototours will be waiting for you outside the Stena Line ferry terminal in Frederikshavn at 12.40. You have the option to either bring your own car or we will pick you up in a minibus.
Please note that for the return journey on April 28, it is advisable not to book a ferry earlier than 13.50. If you desire to extend your stay by booking an extra night before or after the course, we would be more than happy to assist you with the arrangements.
Feel free to contact us either by phone at +46 (0)470-466 40 or by email at info@zoomfotoresor.se. Alternatively, you can simply indicate your desire to extend your stay in the booking form when making your reservation.
GROUP SIZE
In order for you to get personal photo guidance and the best experience with our expert photographer, our groups are always small. On this workshop, the minimum and maximum number of guests are 8 / 12.
PHOTO GEAR
- Your camera.
- Lenses from wide-angle to medium telephoto lens.
- A three-legged stand.
- A laptop with Photoshop or Lightroom.
- Extra batteries, battery chargers and extra memory cards
- A photo bag with space for a packed lunch and some extra clothes.
TOUR LEADER
Apart from an award winning photographer, our tours are always accompanied by a tour leader from Zoom with good photo knowledge. Our tour leader will handle all logistics and general matters and make sure you are having the best possible experience during the workshop.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
For more information about Terms & Conditions click here.
BOOKING
Use the online booking form below and you will receive a booking confirmation right away or you can give us a call on +46 70 180 90 99 or send an email to info@zoomphototours.com
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Photo: Serkan Gunes
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Be the first to hear about new tours, offers and travel inspiration from Zoom Phototours.
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CONTACT
E-mail: info@zoomphototours.com
Phone: +46(0) 470 – 466 40
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Foto: Hans Strand