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A woman walking through a foggy forest surrounded by tall, leafless trees with dry grass on the ground. View fullsize
Close-up black and white portrait of a woman with long hair, with windblown strands across her face and a serious expression. View fullsize
A woman with natural curly hair smiles softly, resting her chin on her hand, wearing colorful beaded jewelry including a necklace and bracelets, with plants and a light blue textured background. View fullsize
A woman with white skin and red hair lying upside down in water, with her face partially submerged, surrounded by water lilies. View fullsize
A clown with a red nose, wearing a brown hat, red jacket, striped shorts, and oversized shoes, sitting on a wooden chair on a sandy beach with tall grass and a cloudy sky in the background. View fullsize
A woman dressed as a medieval queen or princess, wearing a red gown and chainmail hood, stands in a stone archway next to a large wooden door. She holds a sword in her right hand, with her left arm extended upward touching the door frame. View fullsize
A person in beekeeping gear standing outdoors at night, surrounded by trees, next to two beehives on wooden pallets, with a white backdrop and beekeeping tools on a small table. View fullsize
A woman with blonde hair and tattoos on her arm stands outdoors against a blue sky with scattered clouds, looking up with her hair blowing in the wind. View fullsize
A woman with tattoos and light-colored eyes partially submerged in water surrounded by floating flowers, resting her chin on her forearms, outdoors in a natural setting. View fullsize
A woman with long red hair and a dark coat looks into the distance against a cloudy sky, with trees in the background. View fullsize
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A woman with blonde hair wearing a black turtleneck stands in a forest with tall trees and mossy ground. View fullsize
A woman in a black dress standing against a beige brick wall, partially illuminated by sunlight creating a shadow. View fullsize
A woman with dark hair and colorful clothing lying on a mossy forest floor. View fullsize
A woman in a pink satin dress and pearl jewelry floating in a pond with lily pads and a pink water lily. View fullsize
A woman with curly red hair sitting on grass near a stream in a mountainous landscape with cloudy sky. View fullsize
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A woman in a white crop top and skirt wearing sunglasses and platform shoes, laughing with her hands on her hips, standing against a textured wall. View fullsize
A woman sitting at a round white table in a modern room, resting her chin on her hand, near a window with big black planters containing tall plants, and modern wall art with faces and a clock. View fullsize
A woman standing alone in a mossy forest with tall trees, wearing a dark coat and looking upward. View fullsize
A woman in a black ruffled gown standing against a large wooden door, illuminated by warm sunlight, with her hand on her chest and looking at the camera. View fullsize
A woman with gray hair standing outdoors in a frosty, foggy field, wearing a beige robe and a woven belt, with leafless trees in the background. View fullsize
Man with red hair and beard smiling and floating in water with eyes closed. View fullsize
A woman in a white dress floating on dark water with sunlight creating reflections on her skin and water surface. View fullsize
A woman wearing a hairnet and white clothing stands in a cheese aging cellar surrounded by rounds of aging cheese on wooden shelves. View fullsize
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A woman with platinum blonde hair lying in water, decorated with pearl jewelry and small pearl embellishments on her face. View fullsize
A woman in a black bikini relaxing in a pool with sunlight casting shadows on a wooden-paneled wall behind her. View fullsize
A woman wearing a pink satin dress and pearl jewelry lying in dark water among lily pads and pink water lilies, with her eyes closed. View fullsize
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A woman floating in a dark pool, decorated with a pearl necklace and face jewelry, with sunlight creating reflections on her skin and water surface. View fullsize
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A woman with red curly hair posing in front of a beige backdrop on a rooftop with red brick buildings in the background. View fullsize
A man with glasses, beard, and gray hair sitting on a blue upholstered chair on a wooden dock by a lake, with fall foliage in the background. View fullsize
Black and white portrait of a woman with long hair, one eye visible, hand covering part of her face, wearing a ring and a long sleeve top. View fullsize
A woman with wet red hair and freckles floats on her back in a pool, looking at the camera with a relaxed expression. View fullsize
A woman with tattoos, dark brown hair, and a fringe hairstyle standing against a stone wall. She is wearing a black lace crop top, a layered black skirt, and black combat boots. View fullsize
A woman with dark skin, wearing hoop earrings, a black sleeveless top, and a colorful patterned skirt, standing before a green textured background with plants around her. View fullsize
A woman with red hair, tattoos on her chest and arms, wearing earrings and jewelry, posing outdoors in sunlight. View fullsize
A man with a beard and red hair sitting against a wooden wall, wearing a black shirt and a watch on his left wrist. View fullsize
A woman with tattoos and jewelry lying in water, wearing a white lace top, looking up at the camera. View fullsize
A woman with red hair wearing a dark green dress and a maroon jacket standing in a vast grassy valley surrounded by rolling hills under a cloudy sky. View fullsize
A woman with long curly hair sits on a wooden stool in an art studio, leaning her chin on her hands, with painting supplies on a nearby wooden table and a textured teal backdrop behind her. View fullsize
Man sitting on a wooden chair outdoors, wearing a brown coat, brown pants, and tall boots, with a dark beard and long hair, posing against a dark wooden background. View fullsize
A woman with shoulder-length dark hair wearing an olive green jumpsuit with short sleeves and a Dickies logo stands outdoors against a textured blue backdrop, surrounded by trees. View fullsize
An older woman with gray hair, wearing a red embroidered jacket and a brown top, sitting indoors with a confident expression. View fullsize
A man in a white chef's coat sitting at a wooden table, looking thoughtfully to the side, with a gray textured background. View fullsize
Close-up of three people with serious expressions, two women and one man with a reddish beard, in a candid moment. View fullsize
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Person lying on a dark surface, partially submerged in water, wearing light-colored clothing with lace details, tattoos visible on arms and chest. View fullsize
A clown with a red nose, painted lips, and exaggerated eyebrows, resting his face on his hand with a contemplative expression. He wears a brown hat and a red velvet jacket with gold embroidery. View fullsize
A young woman lying on her back in a bed of purple flowers, with long red hair and visible tattoos on her arm and shoulder, wearing a light-colored dress. View fullsize
An elderly woman with gray curly hair relaxing on an orange couch, wearing a feathered cape and red coral necklace, with a pearl ring on her finger. View fullsize
A man standing outdoors near a large tree, with a brown horse walking on grass and dirt, mountains in the background, during sunset. View fullsize
A woman with long brown hair lying on a brown couch, wearing black lace lingerie, resting her head on a pink pillow and looking at the camera. View fullsize
A beekeeper in protective gear inspecting a beehive frame filled with bees. View fullsize
A man with a beard and tattoos sitting on a wooden chair against a black textured wall, wearing a black t-shirt, jeans, and brown boots. View fullsize
A portrait of a man with pale skin, blue eyes, and dark hair, wearing a black blazer, set against a dark background. View fullsize
A woman in a green dress stands in a desert landscape with red mountains and a blue sky with clouds in the background. View fullsize
A woman in a black dress standing in a field of dry grass with a dark, cloudy sky overhead. View fullsize
A person with long, dark hair lying in water, with visible tattoos on their arms and chest, smiling slightly, wearing rings and necklaces. View fullsize
A man with a full beard and mustache looking out a window, wearing a white shirt, black vest, and black tie, standing next to a wooden wall with a decorative brass hook. View fullsize
A woman in a long dark dress with a black cape standing in an autumnal forest with red and orange leaves. View fullsize
A woman with dark hair in a brown jacket sitting outdoors on a wooden chair with a green cushion, resting her chin on her hand, looking thoughtful, with a background of foliage and a green backdrop. View fullsize
A man with dark hair and a black turtleneck sweater standing next to a tall, metal ladder inside a wooden structure, possibly a boat under construction. View fullsize
A woman with short curly brown hair holding a duck on her shoulder outdoors. View fullsize
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A woman sitting in a field of dry grass during sunset, wearing an off-white blouse with embroidery and brown high-waisted pants, holding a dried grass stalk, with a cloudy sky in the background. View fullsize
A young woman wearing sunglasses, a small top, a skirt, and platform shoes, carrying a backpack, walking briskly in front of a plain wall. View fullsize
A young woman with brown hair and light skin standing in front of a mirror, wearing a form-fitting beige dress with thin straps, posing with one hand near her shoulder and the other on her thigh. Her reflection is visible in the mirror. View fullsize
A man with a beard sitting on a wooden stool outside at dusk, with a light blue backdrop behind him. He is wearing a dark checkered blazer, black pants, and brown boots, holding glasses in his right hand. View fullsize
A man standing in a workshop with a large wooden boat under construction, surrounded by woodworking tools and scaffolding.
A woman walking through a foggy forest surrounded by tall, leafless trees with dry grass on the ground.
Close-up black and white portrait of a woman with long hair, with windblown strands across her face and a serious expression.
A woman with natural curly hair smiles softly, resting her chin on her hand, wearing colorful beaded jewelry including a necklace and bracelets, with plants and a light blue textured background.
A woman with white skin and red hair lying upside down in water, with her face partially submerged, surrounded by water lilies.
A clown with a red nose, wearing a brown hat, red jacket, striped shorts, and oversized shoes, sitting on a wooden chair on a sandy beach with tall grass and a cloudy sky in the background.
A woman dressed as a medieval queen or princess, wearing a red gown and chainmail hood, stands in a stone archway next to a large wooden door. She holds a sword in her right hand, with her left arm extended upward touching the door frame.
A person in beekeeping gear standing outdoors at night, surrounded by trees, next to two beehives on wooden pallets, with a white backdrop and beekeeping tools on a small table.
A woman with blonde hair and tattoos on her arm stands outdoors against a blue sky with scattered clouds, looking up with her hair blowing in the wind.
A woman with tattoos and light-colored eyes partially submerged in water surrounded by floating flowers, resting her chin on her forearms, outdoors in a natural setting.
A woman with long red hair and a dark coat looks into the distance against a cloudy sky, with trees in the background.
Portrait of a man with reddish hair wearing a gray t-shirt, sitting in a forest with tall trees and moss-covered ground, resting his chin on his hand and looking at the camera.
A man with long dark hair, a beard, and mustache sitting in front of a dark wooden background. He is wearing a gray coat with a black fur collar, and red clothing underneath. He is resting his head on his right hand with his elbow on his knee, lookin
A woman with blonde hair wearing a black turtleneck stands in a forest with tall trees and mossy ground.
A woman in a black dress standing against a beige brick wall, partially illuminated by sunlight creating a shadow.
A woman with dark hair and colorful clothing lying on a mossy forest floor.
A woman in a pink satin dress and pearl jewelry floating in a pond with lily pads and a pink water lily.
A woman with curly red hair sitting on grass near a stream in a mountainous landscape with cloudy sky.
A woman with long dark hair and makeup floating in water, with sunlight creating rainbow-like patterns on her face and body.
A woman in a white crop top and skirt wearing sunglasses and platform shoes, laughing with her hands on her hips, standing against a textured wall.
A woman sitting at a round white table in a modern room, resting her chin on her hand, near a window with big black planters containing tall plants, and modern wall art with faces and a clock.
A woman standing alone in a mossy forest with tall trees, wearing a dark coat and looking upward.
A woman in a black ruffled gown standing against a large wooden door, illuminated by warm sunlight, with her hand on her chest and looking at the camera.
A woman with gray hair standing outdoors in a frosty, foggy field, wearing a beige robe and a woven belt, with leafless trees in the background.
Man with red hair and beard smiling and floating in water with eyes closed.
A woman in a white dress floating on dark water with sunlight creating reflections on her skin and water surface.
A woman wearing a hairnet and white clothing stands in a cheese aging cellar surrounded by rounds of aging cheese on wooden shelves.
A woman in a red satin and tulle gown holding a sword stands in front of a round stone tower with a conical roof, under a blue sky with clouds.
A woman with platinum blonde hair lying in water, decorated with pearl jewelry and small pearl embellishments on her face.
A woman in a black bikini relaxing in a pool with sunlight casting shadows on a wooden-paneled wall behind her.
A woman wearing a pink satin dress and pearl jewelry lying in dark water among lily pads and pink water lilies, with her eyes closed.
A woman with red hair and blue eyes lying on water among lily pads, looking up with a gentle expression.
A woman floating in a dark pool, decorated with a pearl necklace and face jewelry, with sunlight creating reflections on her skin and water surface.
A woman with tattoos, dark brown hair, and sunglasses, wearing a black lace top, with multiple piercings and necklaces, touching her lips with her finger.
A man sitting in a vintage armchair with his legs crossed, wearing a blue denim shirt, jeans, and brown boots, with bracelets on his left wrist, against a gray textured wall and wooden floor.
A woman with red curly hair posing in front of a beige backdrop on a rooftop with red brick buildings in the background.
A man with glasses, beard, and gray hair sitting on a blue upholstered chair on a wooden dock by a lake, with fall foliage in the background.
Black and white portrait of a woman with long hair, one eye visible, hand covering part of her face, wearing a ring and a long sleeve top.
A woman with wet red hair and freckles floats on her back in a pool, looking at the camera with a relaxed expression.
A woman with tattoos, dark brown hair, and a fringe hairstyle standing against a stone wall. She is wearing a black lace crop top, a layered black skirt, and black combat boots.
A woman with dark skin, wearing hoop earrings, a black sleeveless top, and a colorful patterned skirt, standing before a green textured background with plants around her.
A woman with red hair, tattoos on her chest and arms, wearing earrings and jewelry, posing outdoors in sunlight.
A man with a beard and red hair sitting against a wooden wall, wearing a black shirt and a watch on his left wrist.
A woman with tattoos and jewelry lying in water, wearing a white lace top, looking up at the camera.
A woman with red hair wearing a dark green dress and a maroon jacket standing in a vast grassy valley surrounded by rolling hills under a cloudy sky.
A woman with long curly hair sits on a wooden stool in an art studio, leaning her chin on her hands, with painting supplies on a nearby wooden table and a textured teal backdrop behind her.
Man sitting on a wooden chair outdoors, wearing a brown coat, brown pants, and tall boots, with a dark beard and long hair, posing against a dark wooden background.
A woman with shoulder-length dark hair wearing an olive green jumpsuit with short sleeves and a Dickies logo stands outdoors against a textured blue backdrop, surrounded by trees.
An older woman with gray hair, wearing a red embroidered jacket and a brown top, sitting indoors with a confident expression.
A man in a white chef's coat sitting at a wooden table, looking thoughtfully to the side, with a gray textured background.
Close-up of three people with serious expressions, two women and one man with a reddish beard, in a candid moment.
A woman with curly red hair wearing a black tank top and blue jeans, standing outdoors under a clear blue sky with palm trees in the background.
A woman with red face paint in a vertical stripe on her face, wearing a green shirt and a necklace, appears serious in an outdoor setting with blurred background.
Person lying on a dark surface, partially submerged in water, wearing light-colored clothing with lace details, tattoos visible on arms and chest.
A clown with a red nose, painted lips, and exaggerated eyebrows, resting his face on his hand with a contemplative expression. He wears a brown hat and a red velvet jacket with gold embroidery.
A young woman lying on her back in a bed of purple flowers, with long red hair and visible tattoos on her arm and shoulder, wearing a light-colored dress.
An elderly woman with gray curly hair relaxing on an orange couch, wearing a feathered cape and red coral necklace, with a pearl ring on her finger.
A man standing outdoors near a large tree, with a brown horse walking on grass and dirt, mountains in the background, during sunset.
A woman with long brown hair lying on a brown couch, wearing black lace lingerie, resting her head on a pink pillow and looking at the camera.
A beekeeper in protective gear inspecting a beehive frame filled with bees.
A man with a beard and tattoos sitting on a wooden chair against a black textured wall, wearing a black t-shirt, jeans, and brown boots.
A portrait of a man with pale skin, blue eyes, and dark hair, wearing a black blazer, set against a dark background.
A woman in a green dress stands in a desert landscape with red mountains and a blue sky with clouds in the background.
A woman in a black dress standing in a field of dry grass with a dark, cloudy sky overhead.
A person with long, dark hair lying in water, with visible tattoos on their arms and chest, smiling slightly, wearing rings and necklaces.
A man with a full beard and mustache looking out a window, wearing a white shirt, black vest, and black tie, standing next to a wooden wall with a decorative brass hook.
A woman in a long dark dress with a black cape standing in an autumnal forest with red and orange leaves.
A woman with dark hair in a brown jacket sitting outdoors on a wooden chair with a green cushion, resting her chin on her hand, looking thoughtful, with a background of foliage and a green backdrop.
A man with dark hair and a black turtleneck sweater standing next to a tall, metal ladder inside a wooden structure, possibly a boat under construction.
A woman with short curly brown hair holding a duck on her shoulder outdoors.
A middle-aged man with curly hair and a beard, resting his head on his hand with a pensive expression, sitting outdoors near dunes and tall grass, with a green textured backdrop.
A woman sitting in a field of dry grass during sunset, wearing an off-white blouse with embroidery and brown high-waisted pants, holding a dried grass stalk, with a cloudy sky in the background.
A young woman wearing sunglasses, a small top, a skirt, and platform shoes, carrying a backpack, walking briskly in front of a plain wall.
A young woman with brown hair and light skin standing in front of a mirror, wearing a form-fitting beige dress with thin straps, posing with one hand near her shoulder and the other on her thigh. Her reflection is visible in the mirror.
A man with a beard sitting on a wooden stool outside at dusk, with a light blue backdrop behind him. He is wearing a dark checkered blazer, black pants, and brown boots, holding glasses in his right hand.

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I never expected the community I would find when I moved to Sweden. ⁠
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I had spend Summers, weekends and holidays in the area where I now live, for the majority of my life. Yet before I moved here from the US, I firmly believed I would have to seek We all feel lost sometimes. Especially as creative business owners doing everything on our own, while not having coworkers to rely on for advice and guidance.

Over the course of my career, I've always felt like the odd one out. Never quite resonatin Yes, yes, I know. Everyone and their aunt offers coaching and mentoring. So why is this different? ⁠
It might not be. You might have tried everything, and I have nothing to teach you.
In which case, that's absolutely wonderful, and you won't need me Being in a state of flux is beyond difficult for me. It almost feels like nothing that I do fits quite right. I know this is growing pains. I know it is the result of expansion and morphing. And I am not yet sure what I am becoming. 
But one thing is This session was a personal project with the incredibly talented @reginapiil from earlier this year. I've been sitting on it a bit. Mainly because my process and creative voice are constantly changing these days, and I couldn't seem to settle on exac I've taken some time to reset. I always feel like I'm wandering dangerously close to another burnout episode, so sometimes, I just forget about the things that need doing...deliberately. To rest and get inspired. ⁠
Nothing is as important as your men Somewhere over the course of my career, women started finding their way to me. They were often going through major transitions with divorces, deaths, loss of identity, retirement, career shifts and whatever else life decides to throw at us. ⁠
Often t I've known Mikkel since I was a teenager. Back then, his presence always influenced people, mainly due to his incredible kindness and easy-going nature. It is near impossible not to like him and be at ease. And this holds true to this day.
But one of Brave…I've been called brave more times than I can count. Not just for my red hair and love for Scotland in reference to Disney's Merida, but for my actions and how I choose to show up.

What does it mean to be brave?
I think there are many le I've only shared these images once before. 
Even now, years later, they're still difficult to look at. I love them, but they are not easy. 

Early 2021. Newly divorced. My entire life having to be rewritten again. Everything I thought I knew about my Late summer, golden light, and the quiet hum of bees doing what bees do.⁠
I came to photograph the honey harvest with @littlebeeofct one autumn afternoon. Honey isn't even their main thing. They make beautiful beeswax candles and focus on sustainable Birds of a feather...⁠
Gerri celebrated her birthday the other day. She is one of those clients who linger in my mind despite it being quite a while since the last time we saw each other. Her presence and vitality, her eccentricity that so wonderfull
I tend to revisit this session every once in a while, when I want to remind myself to be fearless in my work and my life. 

There's something about it, that symbolizes the changes I was going through at the time. The transformation that was happening She came to me with curiosity and a willingness to explore her own identity through my lens. Inge-Mette is a woman who pushes through the boundaries and limitations of modern-day society and allows herself to stay fluent and inquisitive about what th I hear the same apologies almost every single time I meet with a new potential client. ⁠
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Different words, same wound.⁠
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What strikes me most is how certain everyone is that their struggle is unique. That they're the only one who feels uncomfortabl Jessica hired me for a session when we found ourselves at the same conference in Las Vegas this past March.⁠
As fellow photographers who'd connected through the community, we both felt the pull toward the desert. We knew that something magnificent wa I met Slesha at an audition for Project Runway in NYC, where we were both auditioning. It was one of those situations where conversation starts and never truly stops. ⁠
An audition turned into a long lunch and ended with a promise to meet again and c
I’ve spent my life chasing moments in a way that might feel reckless to some. 

Driving alone through foreign landscapes with no destination. Showing up at strangers’ doors with a camera and a story half-formed in my heart. Following thre