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# Better Moments

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- [Spotlight: Namibia](https://bettermoments.com/spotlight-namibia/) - Discover Namibia on our two bespoke workshops: Into the Wild Spirit of the Desert Hunters walking toward the sunset. Namibia, by Christian Nørgaard Skeleton trees in Deadvlei, Namibia. By Tom D. Jones Few places in the world offer better photographing opportunities than the wondrous, beautiful African country of Namibia. "Namibia: Into the Wild" lets
- [Come with us to glorious Kenya](https://bettermoments.com/come-with-us-to-glorious-kenya/) - True Wildlife Wildlife and landscape photography come together in Kenya All photos by Tom D. Jones Kenya is one of the most well-known African countries to most, and for good reason. The country boasts an astounding variety in wildlife paired against truly incredible vistas and landscapes. Taking place in early November 2024, the workshop
- [Join us on the most elusive continent in the world: Antarctica](https://bettermoments.com/join-us-on-the-most-elusive-continent-in-the-world-antarctica/) - Join us on the most elusive continent in the world: Antarctica Having the twin distinctions of being both the Southernmost continent as well as the only uninhabited continent of the world, Antarctica is surely one of the final frontiers. For this very reason we're beyond excited to add this destination to our ever-expanding roster!The workshop
- [Christian Nørgaard & ZEISS — Capturing a Global Vision](https://bettermoments.com/christian-norgaard-zeiss-capturing-a-global-vision/) - Christian Nørgaard has collaborated with ZEISS on a series of images for their global campaign featuring the latest ZEISS Otus ML 1.4/35 lens. The project reflects a shared commitment to precision, storytelling, and uncompromising image quality. Shot across diverse environments, the campaign highlights what defines both ZEISS and Nørgaard’s work: clarity, depth, and the ability to
- [VANISHING WORLD — A Major Exhibition in Belgium](https://bettermoments.com/vanishing-world-a-major-exhibition-in-belgium/) - This autumn, Christian Nørgaard presents one of his most ambitious exhibitions to date. From September 26 through December 2026, Cultuurcentrum Hasselt (Belgium) will host a large-scale exhibition featuring more than 100 of Nørgaard’s most significant works from the past decade. This exhibition is a journey through time, culture, and human presence-a carefully curated selection of images captured across some
- [Collect Fine Art Photography by Christian Nørgaard](https://bettermoments.com/collect-fine-art-photography-by-christian-norgaard/) - Collectors and photography enthusiasts now have the opportunity to acquire selected works by Christian Nørgaard. Through The Photo Gallery https://www.thephotogallery.se/ A curated selection of Nørgaard’s most important images is available as limited edition fine art prints, produced to the highest standards. Each piece is carefully printed using museum-quality materials, ensuring exceptional depth, detail, and longevity. For inquiries,
- [Sandisk at NAB Show 2026](https://bettermoments.com/sandisk-at-nab-show-2026/) - As a member of the Sandisk Extreme Team, Christian Nørgaard works at the intersection of photography, storytelling, and high-performance workflow. At NAB Show 2026 (April 18–23, Las Vegas Convention Center, Booth C4121), visitors will have the opportunity to experience how Sandisk products perform in real-world production environments-from capture to final delivery. Christian Nørgaard represents a
- [Steve McCurry & Better Moments - A Rare Workshop Experience](https://bettermoments.com/steve-mccurry-better-moments-a-rare-workshop-experience/) - Working alongside Steve McCurry is not simply about learning photography-it is about understanding how to see. For more than a decade, Better Moments and Steve McCurry have built a unique collaboration, creating workshops around the world designed for photographers who seek more than just great images. These workshops are built on access, trust, and
- [Why we must photograph the biggest moments — now, not later](https://bettermoments.com/why-we-must-photograph-the-biggest-moments-now-not-later/) - Why is it so important to catch the defining moments of our time with a camera? To me, the answer is simple. If we don’t document the culture and history we are living through—here and now—future generations lose their most reliable eyewitness. Without tangible records, opportunists can rewrite events to suit their purposes. History shows
- [If I Could Bring Only One Photograph to a Desert Island](https://bettermoments.com/if-i-could-bring-only-one-photograph-to-a-desert-island/) - It’s a thought that’s impossible to truly bear — but fun to play with. If I could bring only one photograph to a desert island, which one would it be? There’s always one image that rises to the surface when I think back over my massive archive of moments captured across the world. One image
- [Out of Control – Get Out of Your Comfort Zone](https://bettermoments.com/out-of-control-get-out-of-your-comfort-zone/) - The easiest thing in the world as a photographer is to repeat yourself. I know this all too well — I tend to fall back on what I’m best at, and in doing so, I stop challenging myself. But here’s the thing: I’ve learned to do something about it. To avoid falling asleep creatively,
- [New Workshop in Papua New Guinea: A Visual Tribute to Tribal Culture](https://bettermoments.com/new-workshop-in-papua-new-guinea-a-visual-tribute-to-tribal-culture/) - Better Moments proudly launches a workshop in Papua New Guinea—a portrait photographer's dream. We capture tribes in ceremonial dress, from the Huli men’s vivid faces to the Asaro Mudmen’s eerie clay masks. What makes it special? Intimate access to cultural rituals Expert guidance on lighting and portraiture Real stories behind the traditions This is more
- [A Tribute to Sebastião Salgado](https://bettermoments.com/a-tribute-to-sebastiao-salgado/) - It was with deep sadness that I learned of Sebastião Salgado’s passing. More than a legendary photographer, Salgado was a deeply committed humanist. His work transcended the frame, reminding us of photography’s power to tell human stories with compassion and depth. His series, like Workers, shaped how I understand photography’s potential—as a tool not just
- [Discover the World, One Frame at a Time — with Photo Exploring](https://bettermoments.com/discover-the-world-one-frame-at-a-time-with-photo-exploring/) - Photo Exploring is our way of helping travelers slow down and connect through photography. These guided tours are led by local photographers and offer unique access to life beyond the postcard. Whether in Bangkok’s alleyways, Havana’s rhythms, or Copenhagen’s hidden corners, our tours blend visual storytelling with local insight. Why choose Photo Exploring? Small groups
- [World Press Photo of the Year 2025: A Child’s Portrait That Speaks Volumes](https://bettermoments.com/world-press-photo-of-the-year-2025-a-childs-portrait-that-speaks-volumes/) - At this year’s World Press Photo Awards, the top honor went to Palestinian photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf for her portrait of nine-year-old Mahmoud Ajjour, grievously wounded in a Gaza airstrike. The image, titled “Mahmoud Ajjour, Aged Nine,” captures quiet strength. Mahmoud, now recovering in Doha, has learned to adapt to life without his arms. The
- [Peter Sorel: The Cinematic Eye Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/peter-sorel-the-cinematic-eye-behind-the-scenes/) - Peter Sorel (born Peter Szentmiklosi) was one of cinema’s unsung heroes—a still photographer whose images from Easy Rider, Frida, and Life of Pi are iconic in their own right. Fleeing Hungary, Sorel arrived in the U.S. and became a trusted still photographer in Hollywood. His images of Jack Nicholson or Peter Fonda defined eras, not
- [The Role of Luck in Photography – A Lesson from Iceland](https://bettermoments.com/the-role-of-luck-in-photography-a-lesson-from-iceland/) - Photography is often about planning, patience, and precision—but sometimes, luck plays the biggest role. There are moments when you line up your shot, focus on a specific subject, and only later realize that fate has given you something even better. This was exactly what happened when I was photographing the dramatic coastline of Iceland, capturing
- [The Art of Autumn Photography at the Swedish-Norwegian Border](https://bettermoments.com/the-art-of-autumn-photography-at-the-swedish-norwegian-border/) - Autumn is a magical season, and nowhere is its beauty more striking than along the Swedish-Norwegian border at Riksgränsen. This remote, mountainous region transforms into a stunning tapestry of golden birch trees, deep red tundra, and rugged peaks—a dream for photographers seeking dramatic landscapes and rich seasonal colors. Capturing Autumn from Above For this shoot,
- [The Art of Portrait Photography in Low Light – A Moment in Mandalay](https://bettermoments.com/the-art-of-portrait-photography-in-low-light-a-moment-in-mandalay/) - Mandalay, the heart of Myanmar’s spiritual life, is home to some of the most serene and atmospheric monasteries. One afternoon, while exploring a wooden monastery, I captured a portrait of a young monk, illuminated by the soft, natural light filtering through a side window. The result was a gentle, intimate moment, where the light sculpted
- [David Lynch – A Creative Genius and a Personal Loss](https://bettermoments.com/david-lynch-a-creative-genius-and-a-personal-loss/) - It is hard to put into words what David Lynch meant to the world of art, film, and photography—and even harder to express what he meant to me personally. For more than 15 years, I had the privilege of collaborating with him on photo exhibitions and film projects around the globe. His vision, creativity, and
- [How to Grow as a Photographer: My Top 10 Tips](https://bettermoments.com/how-to-grow-as-a-photographer-my-top-10-tips/) - Photo and text by Christian Nørgaard, Founder of Better Moments Photography is a journey—one filled with endless opportunities to learn, grow, and express your unique vision. Over the years, I've discovered that while talent is important, dedication and the willingness to experiment are what truly set great photographers apart. Whether you're just starting out or
- [How You Can Change the World as a Photographer](https://bettermoments.com/how-you-can-change-the-world-as-a-photographer/) - Photo and text by Christian Nørgaard, Founder of Better Moments Photography is more than just capturing beautiful images—it's a powerful tool that can inspire change, evoke emotions, and tell stories that words often cannot. As photographers, we have a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on the world by using our skills to raise
- [The Art of Winter Landscape Photography](https://bettermoments.com/the-art-of-winter-landscape-photography/) - Photo and text by Christian Nørgaard, Founder of Better Moments Winter, with its stark beauty and serene landscapes, offers photographers a unique canvas to explore. The soft light, muted colors, and the stillness of snow-covered scenes can create images that evoke a deep sense of peace and wonder. However, capturing the essence of winter landscapes
- [Annie Leibovitz: The Iconic Photographer and Her Legendary Images](https://bettermoments.com/annie-leibovitz-the-iconic-photographer-and-her-legendary-images/) - Text by Christian Nørgaard, Founder of Better Moments Annie Leibovitz is a name synonymous with modern photography. Renowned for her striking portraits of celebrities, artists, and political figures, Leibovitz has shaped the way we see contemporary culture through her lens. With a career spanning over five decades, she has created some of the most iconic
- [Christian Nørgaard Hasselblad Masters finalist](https://bettermoments.com/embark-on-a-photographic-journey-with-better-moments/) - Vote with great hope that you, just like Christian Nørgaard, see the importance of capturing the world, not just for us today, but for generations to come. Your vote carries significant weight You can help decide who will become this year's Hasselblad Masters photographer by casting your vote. Together with the eight Grand Jury members,
- [Christian Nørgaard finalist in the Hasselblad Masters competition](https://bettermoments.com/christian-norgaard-selected-as-a-finalist-of-the-hasselblad-masters-competition/) - Christian Nørgaard have been selected as a finalist in the Hasselblad Masters competition
- [Helmut Newton - A Visionary in Photography](https://bettermoments.com/helmut-newton-a-visionary-in-photography/) - Helmut Newton - A Visionary in Photography Picture Helmut Newton.UMO was the first of TASCHEN's titanic limited editions, towering above anything previously attempted. Introduction Helmut Newton, a legendary figure in the world of photography, is renowned for his provocative and groundbreaking work that challenged conventional notions of beauty, gender, and power. With his distinctive style and uncompromising
- [Capturing History: The 5 Most Important Pictures of All Time](https://bettermoments.com/the-5-most-important-pictures-of-all-time/) - Capturing History: The 5 Most Important Pictures of All Time Photography has the incredible power to freeze moments in time, preserving them for future generations to reflect upon. Throughout history, certain photographs have not only captured significant events but have also shaped our understanding of the world. Let's explore five of the most important pictures
- [Capturing Moments Around the World](https://bettermoments.com/capturing-moments-around-the-world/) - Photo by Christian Nørgaard Capturing Moments Around the World Travel photography is more than just snapping pictures of landmarks; it's about capturing the essence and spirit of a place, its people, culture, and landscapes. From bustling city streets to remote villages, travel photographers have the unique opportunity to document the beauty and diversity of our
- [One of a kind](https://bettermoments.com/one-of-a-kind/) - One of a kind Robert Capa, a Hungarian war photographer, is one of the most iconic figures in the history of photojournalism. His compelling images captured the drama and chaos of some of the 20th century's most significant conflicts, from the Spanish Civil War to World War II. In this blog post, I we'll delve
- [Ansel Adams' Iconic Landscape Photography: Capturing the Essence of Nature](https://bettermoments.com/ansel-adams-iconic-landscape-photography-capturing-the-essence-of-nature/) - In the realm of landscape photography, few names resonate as profoundly as Ansel Adams. His masterful work has left an indelible mark on the art form, and one of his most famous photographs, "Moonrise, Hernandez, New Mexico," stands as a testament to his genius. The Magnificence of "Moonrise" Captured in 1941, "Moonrise" is a
- [Capturing Essence: The Significance of 'The Family of Man](https://bettermoments.com/capturing-essence-the-significance-of-the-family-of-man/) - In the realm of photography, certain works transcend mere visuals, becoming cultural touchstones that encapsulate the human experience. One such masterpiece is "The Family of Man," a groundbreaking photo exhibition curated by Edward Steichen, later transformed into a book that echoes the universal language of humanity. A Global Tapestry of Lives The Birth of
- [Capture with passion](https://bettermoments.com/capture-with-passion/) - I'm often asked how one can become a skilled photographer, and the answer isn't straightforward. It involves a combination of numerous elements falling into place, ultimately contributing to standing out compared to other photographers. Or, in other words, how to become a good and impactful photographer. Below are some of my best pieces of
- [The 5 Most Influential Photographers of Our Time](https://bettermoments.com/the-5-most-influential-photographers-of-our-time/) - In the ever-evolving realm of photography, certain visionaries stand out for their exceptional contributions, shaping the narrative of our visual culture. Here, I delve into the lives and impact of the five most influential photographers of my time. Steve McCurry:Renowned for his iconic "Afghan Girl" photograph, McCurry's work captures the human spirit across diverse cultures. His storytelling
- [Take off for Adventure](https://bettermoments.com/take-off-for-adventure/) - Embark on a photographic Faroe Islands adventure and work with ALPA's outstanding equipment for free.
- [Kenya: True Wildlife w. Tom D. Jones](https://bettermoments.com/kenya-true-wildlife-w-tom-d-jones/) - True Wildlife When wildlife and landscape photography come together in Kenya Photo by Tom D. Jones Join us in capturing the legendary Big Five as well as a plethora of other indigenous animals on the magnificent plains of the Maasai Mara National Reserve. Photographer Tom D. Jones has spent the last seven years documenting the
- [Last call for our Namibia workshops!](https://bettermoments.com/last-call-for-our-namibia-workshops/) - Into the Wild - only 2 spots left! On our Into the Wild workshop, I invite you to join me on a remarkable workshop in meeting and exploring some of the oldest cultures known to man: The San and Himba peoples. You'll travel by private 4x4 and have access to remarkable places and the truly
- [Take our survey, get 200€!](https://bettermoments.com/take-our-survey-get-200e/) - Dear all We’ve completed a great many workshops in the 11 years we’ve been on the playing field. At the same time, we’re aware that, just like anyone else, we must strive to improve and better ourselves at what we do so that we may offer you the best possible experience moving forward. Therefore, we
- [Interview with publishing platform ISSUU](https://bettermoments.com/interview-with-publishing-platform-issuu/) - We've been interviwed by Issuu on how we utilize their service. If you feel like reading what we have to say, follow the link below: https://issuu.com/blog/better-moments-issuu
- [Behind the scenes on a great Photo Exploring Tour in Berlin!](https://bettermoments.com/behind-the-scenes-on-a-great-photo-exploring-tour-in-berlin/) - This Saturday, a group of five friends had a great time on on of our Photo Exploring Tours in Berlin. Together with our local expert, Frank Löhmer, they captured hidden gems around some lesser-known parts of the bustling metropolis. Have a look at how it went down: Berlin's street art proved popular motifs As
- [New workshop: Come with us to breathtaking Vietnam!](https://bettermoments.com/new-workshop-come-with-us-to-breathtaking-vietnam/) - The majestic Halong Bay. All photos by Christian Nørgaard We're beyond excited to announce that come 2024, we're launching a workshop in Vietnam! Founder Christian Nørgaard will take you on a scenic and intimate tour of his personal highlights of the historic country. Highlights include two full days by Halong Bay as pictured above, the
- [Better Moments Award: Anne Marie Tarraga](https://bettermoments.com/better-moments-award-anne-marie-tarraga/) - Once again, we've found a pictured that we think is more than deserving of a Better Moments Award. This time, it's Anne Marie Tarraga whose beautiful picture deserves merit. Depicted is a vibrant train departing the Hua Lamphong Railway Station in Bangkok. She captured it on our recent Bangkok workshop with Steve McCurry, and the symmetry combined
- [Bangkok behind the scenes](https://bettermoments.com/bangkok-behind-the-scenes/) - Rarely has one city offered a more diverse plethora of photo opportunities. Whether it's the massive, bustling street markets, old Buddhist monasteries or state-of-the-art architecture, Bangkok has something for everyone. Both founder Christian Nørgaard and our renowned expert Steve McCurry know this, and as such, the workshop was a roaring success. What else could you
- [Explore the work of our talented participants](https://bettermoments.com/explore-the-work-of-our-talented-participants/) - Over the years, we've had quite a lot of participants, and all of them have contributed some beautiful work. We've gathered them for you to sample and enjoy. Just follow the link below and get started! https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographers/
- [Better Moments Award: Jagoda Høst](https://bettermoments.com/better-moments-award-jagoda-host/) - It gives us great pleasure to announce that we've once again found a Better Moment worth celebrating. The prize this time goes to Jagoda Høst for a picture of the Taj Mahal she snapped one early morning on one of our workshops to India. Jagoda photographing a group of women in India Jagoda Høst is a
- [A great oak tree has fallen](https://bettermoments.com/a-great-oak-tree-has-fallen/) - "It is with the deepest sadness that we've learned of the loss of one of the greatest art photographers and personalities of our time, Lars van de Goor. Lars has passed away at a far too young age, and behind him he casts a long shadow. I want to praise Lars for his unique photography and
- [Making Photography Rock and Roll: Christian's photography tour](https://bettermoments.com/making-photography-rock-and-roll-christians-photography-tour/) - Over the years, Christian has held quite a few lectures on travel photography with an emphasis on portraits - when not busy running the workshops. The above photo is from a recent lecture for Danish photographers as part of a newly embarked lecture tour detailing his work in his Namibia workshop, Into the Wild. Should
- [Participant Acknowledgment Award](https://bettermoments.com/participant-acknowledgment-award/) - Han Lei (fifth from the left) next to founder Christian Nørgaard on Steve McCurry's (first from the left) Burma workshop in 2017 We are incredibly proud to announce that one of our participants, Han Lei, has chosen to acknowledge our business based on his past experiences with our workshop. Your support means the world
- [Free portfolio review for guests & a competition](https://bettermoments.com/free-portfolio-review-for-guests-a-competition/) - Founder Christian Nørgaard in Namibia As something new for 2023, we're happy to announce complimentary portfolio reviews when you book a spot on one of our workshops! They will be held via Zoom sometime before departure with one of our experts to give you some time to adjust accordingly and get a leg-up for the trip
- [Final call if you want to save €1500 on the Faces of Cuba workshop!](https://bettermoments.com/final-call-if-you-want-to-save-e1500-on-the-faces-of-cuba-workshop/) - All photos by Arne Hodalic Cuba is like no other place in the Caribbean. Its rich, well-known history and long-standing traditions make for a truly unique workshop site, one that is a whopping €1500 off if you reserve your spot before the 1st of February, 2023. The workshop takes place from the 29th of October until the 7th of November,
- [An intimate tour of Greenland](https://bettermoments.com/an-intimate-tour-of-greenland/) - On Top of the World with PHASE ONE No one places captures the feeling of being at a final frontier in quite the same way as Greenland. The immensity of the barren ice caps, the un-spoiled air and light, and the seemingly endless stretches of white makes for a truly unforgettable experience and a must
- [Get a 1500€ discount off our Cuba workshop this year!](https://bettermoments.com/get-a-1500e-discount-off-our-cuba-tour-this-year/) - Photos by Arne Hodalic As a present from Better Moments, we're knocking a whopping €1500 off the listing price on the Magnificent Cuba workshop with Arne Hodalic. However, there is a snake in paradise, as this unique offer expires the 1/2/2023. This gift extends to families and friends of our customers as well. Sign up
- [Workshop spotlight: Faroe Islands 10th-18th of May 2023](https://bettermoments.com/workshop-spotlight-faroe-islands/) - All photos by Christian Nørgaard “Far out in the radiant ocean glinting like quicksilver there lies a solitary little lead-coloured land” The famous Faroese writer William Heinesen. The Faroe Islands present a dramatic landscape with ever-changing shades of green. They are situated in the heart of the Gulf Stream, and the stunning 18 volcanic islands
- [Participate in our SoMe-competition for a chance to win a 250€ voucher!](https://bettermoments.com/participate-in-our-some-competition-for-a-chance-to-win-a-250e-voucher/) - We want to celebrate the New Year with you, and what better way than inviting you to send us your best 2022 moment? We will honor the best photo with a €250 gift card to our quality partner, Illux, an incredible print house that prints absolute high-end quality prints. Post your best 2022 moment as a comment on
- [Let the music shoot for you](https://bettermoments.com/let-the-music-shoot-for-you/) - December 8th, 2022 I get creative when I see and experience something unexpected or when a situation turns out to be just as exciting and photogenic as I had imagined. But in many situations, I need to be patient and wait for the right moment to come along. Worst case scenario, I have to wait
- [Blast from the past: Workshop Review by François Côté](https://bettermoments.com/blast-from-the-past-workshop-review-by-francois-cote/) - Passionate photographer François Côté first joined a Better Moments photography workshop in 2016. Here is his experience traveling with us.
- [My Bookshelf - Jacob Holdt](https://bettermoments.com/my-bookshelf-jacob-holdt/) - Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard writes about photo books that have influenced him during his career. This time: Jacob Hol
- [August News Update - A chance to join a unique workshop with the best in their fields - two truly masters](https://bettermoments.com/august-news-update/) - You have a chance to join a unique workshop with the best in their fields - two truly masters, James Nachtwey and Steve McCurry.
- [Passionate about the unique landscapes and people](https://bettermoments.com/passionate-about-the-unique-landscapes-and-people/) - To travel and explore is also a question of getting off the beaten track and leaving the famous comfort zone behind you. Our Namibia Workshops are your chance to explore the unknown and capture amazing people and landscapes along your way at ease together with a small passionate group of friends. With great hope to
- [It is all about the light!](https://bettermoments.com/it-is-all-about-light/) - Meet Christian on Greenland, where he captures the local hunters and tells about his workflow and passion for his right light.
- [July News Update - How Tall are Emperor Penguins?](https://bettermoments.com/july-news-update-how-tall-are-emperor-penguins/) - Better Moments is excited to launch the workshop in Antarctica, the most isolated continent on earth. Antarctica offers photographers an unforgettable adventure
- [June News Update - An Epic Adventure to East Asia 19-28 November 2022](https://bettermoments.com/june-news-update-an-epic-adventure-to-east-asia-19-28-november-2022/) - Mongolia Photography Workshop led by Hamid Sardar to capture the rolling steppe, discover the eagle hunting culture, and learn the daily life of a Nomad family
- [Better Moments Donates "The Namibia Himba Woman" For A Meaningful Cause](https://bettermoments.com/better-moments-donates-the-namibia-himba-woman-for-a-meaningful-cause/) - Christian Nørgaard, the founder of Better Moments, is pleased and honored to donate one of his iconic photographs to A Wish for Humanity (AWFH).
- [An eye-opening photography experience with Steve McCurry](https://bettermoments.com/an-eye-opening-photography-experience-with-steve-mccurry/) - a very special Steve McCurry workshop - an unforgettable experience which you’d bring home unique photos and a new way of photographing and traveling.
- [Namibia is a true bucket list destination!](https://bettermoments.com/namibia-is-a-true-bucket-list-destination/) - Namibia is a true bucket list destination! From the ever-changing landscapes to deep cultural tradition, it is one of my favourite places in the world. I created two unique workshops Namibia – Spirit Of The Desert and Into The Wild especially for you to experience some of the most beautiful places on earth. Here’s an
- [May News Update - Experience Indochina's Vase Wealth of Culture](https://bettermoments.com/may-news-update-experience-indochinas-vase-wealth-of-culture/) - a few words to describe the workshop - you’ll be shooting amazing portraits, exploring the unknown nature and seeing the morning sunlight over the Angkor Wat.
- [Those Who Shoot For Peace](https://bettermoments.com/those-who-shoot-for-peace/) - The war in Ukraine is a bloody and terribly stupid way to solve a conflict in 2022 - it makes absolutely no sense. To tell the horrors of war, photographers risk their lives to document how children, women and innocent citizens are brutally murdered. These photographers put themselves on the line where there is a
- [Let's get out of your comfort zone](https://bettermoments.com/april-news-update-lets-get-out-of-your-comfort-zone/) - If you want to catch a little fish, you can stay in the shallow water. But if you want to catch a big fish, you've got to go deeper. Deep down, the fishes are more powerful and purer. Sometimes we need to be pushed into the unknown and out of our comfort zone to take
- [April News Update - Can't Take My Eyes Off Magic Iceland](https://bettermoments.com/april-news-update-cant-take-my-eyes-off-magic-iceland/) - Join expert Peter Eastway who will guide you through the unique challenges of landscape photography in Iceland to capture her simplicity and dynamic energy.
- [The Globe from Above](https://bettermoments.com/the-globe-from-above/) - Magic happens when you look at our globe from above. A lecture that builds on Christian’s experiences may kick-start your passion for aerial photography.
- [April News Update - Into the Wild Namibia](https://bettermoments.com/april-news-update-into-the-wild-namibia/) - I am deeply fascinated by dramatic landscapes and people with strong cultural backgrounds. I have been incredibly lucky and privileged to be able to work in a field that fulfills my fascination. My private Namibia tribal workshop 'Into The Wild' was created based on this fascination - to explore and experience the unique landscapes and
- [March News Update - Spirit of the Desert](https://bettermoments.com/march-news-update-spirit-of-the-desert/) - Namibia is one of the few places in the world where you can - almost - touch the Milky Way. I am enthusiastic about inviting you and your loved ones on this unique and extraordinary journey to the country where culture and nature merge into amazing sceneries. In a few words, don't miss this unique
- [New 2022 workshop dates](https://bettermoments.com/new-2022-workshop-dates/) - Join us in 2022 - new dates for Morocco, Cuba, Greenland, Faroe Islands, Bhutan, and the Philippines. 2022 workshop dates update important news
- [Blast from the past: Iceland 2011 Workshop Review by Kees van Straten](https://bettermoments.com/blast-from-the-past-iceland-2011-workshop-review-by-kees-van-straten/) - Passionate photographer Kees van Straaten tells about our Iceland workshop with Hasselblad Master Hans Strand in 2011.
- [Capture the future](https://bettermoments.com/capture-the-future/) - Always have in mind that a click is a frozen moment is a definition created by the person behind the camera and the object in front of the camera.
- [Qanik](https://bettermoments.com/qanik/) - In Greenland, snow is called qanik and the locals have numerous words for snow. There are no two snowflakes in the world that are alike.
- [My most memorable photos - A magic moment at Inle Lake](https://bettermoments.com/my-most-memorable-photos-a-magic-moment-at-inle-lake/) - Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard writes about his iconic photos and their story. This time: The fisherman on Inle Lake.
- [January News Update - On the Hunt of the Northern Lights](https://bettermoments.com/january-news-update-on-the-hunt-of-the-northern-lights/) - In the January News Update, we invited you to join our expert Tom D. Jones to explore ultimate winter wonderland, chase the Northern Lights in Finland Workshop.
- [Kingdom Of Bhutan - Happiness](https://bettermoments.com/kingdom-of-bhutan-happiness/) - Christian talks about his trip to the Kingdom of Bhutan, one of the happiest countries in the world and what a beautiful world it would be if there was no war
- [March News Update - Mongolia](https://bettermoments.com/march-news-update-mongolia/) - March News Update is about Mongolia Photography Workshop led by documentary filmmaker and photographer Hamid Sadar. Latest blog Kingdom of Bhutan - Happiness
- [February News Update - Greenland on My Mind](https://bettermoments.com/february-news-update-greenland-on-my-mind/) - The first time I visited Greenland, I was blown away by the unique culture and nature. Ever since I have visited this most adventurous and beautiful place time after time. In the late summer where the long nights start, you experience the magical northern lights, and in the spring, the soft and warm light flares throughout
- [Celebrating 10 Years with Better Moments](https://bettermoments.com/ten-years-better-moments/) - A decade of Better Moments is a moment to treasure and something we want to celebrate with you. That's why we are sharing our 10-year anniversary book with you, looking back at some of the most memorable moments we've enjoyed over the years.
- [2022 Better Moments Workshop Webinar](https://bettermoments.com/2022-workshops-webinar/) - Where will you travel to in 2022? We'd like to invite you to join our live webinar on December 21st where Christian Nørgaard will be talking to expert guests about the Better Moments workshops in 2022. We'll be inviting you around the world to explore what our extraordinary workshops have to offer passionate photographers, from
- [Namibia - off road for our next generation](https://bettermoments.com/namibia-off-road-for-our-next-generation/) - We had been driving on dusty roads for most of the day when we passed a Himba village. In the sunset I could see the tribe preparing food on an open fire. Their villages, which consisted of simple huts formed of branches, mud and some made of cow dung with thatched roofs, were lifted up
- [My Bookshelf - Alec Soth](https://bettermoments.com/my-bookshelf-alec-soth-dog-days-bogota/) - Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard writes about photo books that have influenced him during his career. This time: Alec Soth
- [5 Tips on Photography by Lars van de Goor](https://bettermoments.com/5-tips-on-photography-by-lars-van-de-goor/) - Are you sometimes wondering how to take an ordinary image to an exceptional one?We have asked Better Moments expert and Hasselblad Master in Netherlands workshop landscape/nature photography Lars van de Goor to share five tips on how to become a better photographer. . We hope that you will be able to put the advice to
- [Robert Capa and The Falling Soldier](https://bettermoments.com/robert-capa-falling-soldier/) - There is no doubt that Robert Capa is our greatest documentary photographer. No one like Capa has captured the horrors, death and destruction in a raw way.
- [David Lynch in Copenhagen](https://bettermoments.com/david-lynch-in-copenhagen/) - "infinite Deep" - an exhibition curated by Christian Nørgaard. Opening: 4 September
- [12/08 -Talk with Christian Nørgaard](https://bettermoments.com/12-08-talk-with-christian-norgaard/) - On Thursday, Christian joins the upcoming episode of Inside the Lumino Studio.
- [5 Tips on Landscape Photography by Peter Eastway](https://bettermoments.com/5-tips-on-landscape-photography-by-peter-eastway/) - In this post, award-winning photographer and Better Moments expert Peter Eastway is sharing his 5 best tips & tricks on landscape photography.
- [5 Tips on Northern Light Photography by Hasselblad Master Tom D. Jones](https://bettermoments.com/5-tips-on-northern-light-photography-by-hasselblad-master-tom-d-jones/) - Aren’t the Northern Lights magnificent? Every winter, when we take off for one of our photography workshops at the Article Circle (even north of it in fact), we are looking forward to encountering the dancing Aurora again. Capturing this fascinating spectacle with a camera requires some preparation and knowledge. But don’t let this discourage you
- [Explore Amsterdam](https://bettermoments.com/explore-amsterdam/) - Picturesque Amsterdam is one of our latest Photo Exploring destinations.
- [Last Call - Greenland 2021](https://bettermoments.com/last-call-greenland-2021/) - Only two seats left - join us to experience Greenland's magical light and icy giants.
- [New Dates for 2022](https://bettermoments.com/new-dates-for-2022/) - The dates for our Namibia, Scotland, and Kenya workshops in 2022 are online!
- [PhotoExploring: A walk in Copenhagen](https://bettermoments.com/photoexploring-a-walk-in-copenhagen/) - Would you like to take a walk with Photo Exploring but don’t know what to expect? Then read on as Laura will tell about her experience in Copenhagen, where she explored historic Christianshavn.
- [Photography on Palawan by James Whitlow Delano](https://bettermoments.com/photography-on-palawan-by-james-whitlow-delano/) - What should you bring to a photo adventure on the Philippines? And what do you need to be aware of before you go? James Whitlow Delano shares his best advice.
- [Webinar: Bhutan](https://bettermoments.com/webinar-bhutan/) - National Geographic photographer Sisse Brimberg will talk about one of her favourite destinations.
- [Rewatch Sisse's webinar](https://bettermoments.com/rewatch-sisses-webinar/) - Bhutan as a photo destination - and why Asia's last kingdom is a feast for the eyes.
- [My Bookshelf - Annie Leibovitz](https://bettermoments.com/blog-christian-noergaard-my-bookshelf-annie-leibovitz/) - In the "My Bookshelf" series, Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard writes about photo books that have influenced him during his career. Annie Leibovitz: Photographs, 1970-1990 | Photo by C. Nørgaard It's all about the light I was impressed and inspired by her ability to combine very simple portraits of people in their daily
- [My most memorable photos - It was very early](https://bettermoments.com/christian-noergaard-memorable-photos-it-was-very-very-early/) - In the "My most memorable photos" series, Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard showcases his iconic shots from around the world and shares their story. ... | Photo by C. Nørgaard ... It was very early I arrived in Shannan in the early hours of the morning. Dawn would soon break across the horizon. The small
- [Meet your fellow traveler: Joe Lam](https://bettermoments.com/meet-your-fellow-traveler-joe-lam/) - Are you wondering what kind of people join our workshops? Here, you will meet our Better Moments guests - your fellow travelers on our photography workshops. We take pride in welcoming guests from all around the world, no matter their gender, religion, or nationality - Better Moments is all about the one thing we all
- [Interview: Sisse Brimberg – The last real kingdom](https://bettermoments.com/interview-bhutan-national-geographic-photographer-sisse-brimberg/) - Meet the Better Moments experts. Sisse Brimberg has been a National Geographic photographer for over three decades. There is hardly a place between the North and South Pole that she hasn't visited. But Bhutan – the last real kingdom in Asia – holds a special place in her heart. ... Sign up for our newsletter
- [Photo Equipment Hack - DIY Rain Cover](https://bettermoments.com/photo-equipment-hack-diy-rain-cover/) - Haven't we all been there - you are out taking photos and suddenly it starts raining but you don't have a rain cover to protect your gear. Here is a quick and easy trick for a DIY rain cover that I have used myself many times. An umbrella is another option - even though it
- [Just another day at the office](https://bettermoments.com/just-another-day-at-the-office-with-polar-bear-svalbard/) - Traveling to the edge of the world is not "just another day at the office" - thus, Better Moments' workshops are far from ordinary. After a decade in the business, we have some unusual - but often fun - stories to tell that you will hopefully enjoy reading. We hope that by this we can
- [Meet The Team - Har from Mongolia](https://bettermoments.com/meet-the-team-har-from-mongolia/) - Meet the Better Moments team. We are a global team of travel experts, local fixers, project managers, and many more and we constantly work on organizing your next photography adventure. This time, meet Har from Mongolia who knows almost every corner of the vast East Asian country and is supporting us with his local expertise.
- [My Bookshelf - Jean-Paul Goude](https://bettermoments.com/my-bookshelf-jean-paul-goude/) - In the "My Bookshelf" series, Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard writes about photo books that have influenced him during his career. I don't remember the first photo book I bought, but I do remember which books and photographers had the biggest impact on me in the past decades. This year, I would like to share
- [To be broke](https://bettermoments.com/to-be-broke-in-san-francisco/) - This is a story about having absolutely no money and waking up as the General Manager of San Francisco’s leading cafe – Sweet Inspiration.
- [They call it the Monsoon – My most memorable photos](https://bettermoments.com/they-call-it-the-monsoon-my-most-memorable-photos/) - In the “My most memorable photos” series, Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard showcases his iconic shots from around the world and shares their story. My monk friend at Angkor Wat, Cambodia. | Photo: C. Nørgaard Leaving the town behind It was raining heavily in the early hours of the morning when I cycled from my
- [Should you travel with us?](https://bettermoments.com/should-you-travel-with-us/) - Are you wondering what kind of skills or gear are a prerequisite to join one of our photo workshops? The answer will probably surpsrise you.
- [New Better Moments expert Fine Art Photographer Andreas H. Bitesnich](https://bettermoments.com/new-better-moments-expert-fine-art-photographer-andreas-h-bitesnich/) - We are happy to announce that a new photography expert joined the Better Moments team: Austrian fine art photographer Andreas H. Bitesnich will lead a travel and portrait photography workshop in India from 31 October – 8 November 2020. Andreas H. Bitesnich’s work has been represented in group and solo exhibitions worldwide in renowned galleries and museums while
- [David Lynch: Infinite Deep](https://bettermoments.com/david-lynch-infinite-deep/) - The exhibition, curated by Christian Nørgaard, is now showing in Olten, Switzerland.
- [NEW - Explore London](https://bettermoments.com/photo-explorong-explore-london/) - Join a photo walk with your own private guide and discover the city's known and unknown sights.
- [Finland 2022 - save 495 Euro](https://bettermoments.com/finland-2022-save-495-euro/) - Time-limited offer. Book before 15 April to benefit from the discount.
- [Greenland 2021 - Last call!](https://bettermoments.com/greenland-last-call/) - Only two seats left on our Greenland workshop. Explore its magical light and icy giants.
- [Webinar with Marco Di Lauro](https://bettermoments.com/webinar-with-marco-di-lauro/) - The World Press Photo Award winner talks about reportage photography and his assignments.
- [Private Indochina workshop](https://bettermoments.com/private-indochina-workshop/) - Four seats only! +++ Thailand, Laos, Cambodia. +++ Travel dates 17-26 Oct 2021 +++ More information? Click below!
- [New workshop: Bangkok](https://bettermoments.com/new-workshop-bangkok/) - Work on your own assignment under the guidance of James Nachtwey and explore Bangkok.
- [Webinar with James Whitlow Delano](https://bettermoments.com/live-webinar-with-james-whitlow-delano/) - Visual storyteller James Whitlow Delano will take you to the beautiful island of Palawan.
- [Interview with Christian Nørgaard](https://bettermoments.com/interview-with-christian-norgaard/) - The Better Moments founder was invited by Lumino and talked about a selection of his images.
- [Coronavirus and our "no risk" refund policy](https://bettermoments.com/coronavirus-and-our-new-refund-policy/) - We want you not to worry We don’t need to tell you that Covid-19 has major implications on any travel-related activities right now. What if you’d like to go, but you’re unsure what travel will look like in the coming months? Well, we don’t want you to worry about loosing money on your workshop booking
- [5 reasons why Slovenia should be on your photography bucket list](https://bettermoments.com/5-reasons-why-slovenia-should-be-on-your-photography-bucket-list/) - There are plenty of reasons why Slovenia should be on every photographer’s bucket list but we boiled it down to only five so that you won’t spend all afternoon sitting in front of your screen. Our picks are merely a tiny fraction of all the locations we will visit during our Slovenia photography workshop with Better Moments
- [Live webinar with Tom D. Jones](https://bettermoments.com/live-webinar-with-tom-d-jones/) - Hasselblad Master Tom D. Jones about Greenland, the ice fjord, and its magical light.
- [New workshop: Philippines](https://bettermoments.com/new-workshop-philippines/) - Join the hunt for the rare golden pearls and explore the Philippines' most remote islands.
- [New Workshop: Slovenia, Europe’s hidden gem](https://bettermoments.com/new-workshop-slovenia-europes-hidden-gem/) - National Geographic’s Arne Hodalic will show you the best his home country has to offer.
- [Better Moments Free Webinars Get inspired by our expert photographers](https://bettermoments.com/better-moments-free-webinars-get-inspired-by-our-expert-photographers/) - Better Moments would like to inspire you regardless of distance and skills. All you need is to share our Passion for Photography. Our Better Moments experts are worldwide acclaimed photographers and they would like to share their passion and knowledge, inspire you with their best work and help you become a better photographer. Despite the
- [Burma with Steve McCurry Workshop Review by Lisbeth Monéton](https://bettermoments.com/burma-with-steve-mccurry-workshop-review-by-lisbeth-moneton/) - Our first photography workshop of 2020 took place in Burma with Steve McCurry as the workshop expert. Passionate Photographer Lisbeth Monéton was one of the participants and tells about her experience traveling on this Better Moments workshop. I have just returned from an amazing 9 days experience: the Better Moments Burma workshop with Steve McCurry.
- [Photo of the Workshop Svalbard 2019](https://bettermoments.com/photo-of-the-workshop-svalbard-2019/) - This is the chosen one – the “Photo of the Workshop” from our expedition to Svalbard in September 2019. Passionate Photographer Eric Frere took this image during our trip to Svalbard, Norway: “This photograph was taken in a zodiac while skirting around some beautiful icebergs and glaciers. The colours of the icebergs are incredibly brilliant
- [Photo of the Workshop Scotland 2019](https://bettermoments.com/photo-of-the-workshop-scotland-2019-2/) - This is the chosen one – the “Photo of the Workshop” from our trip to Scotland with Tom D. Jones and Phase One in October 2019. We may have had a lot of rain during our Scotland workshop with Tom D. Jones and Phase One – but we also got to take home moody images
- [Photo of the Workshop Iceland 2019](https://bettermoments.com/photo-of-the-workshop-iceland-2019/) - This is the chosen one – the “Photo of the Workshop” from our trip to Iceland with Peter Eastway and Phase One in November 2019. Due to the location and the resulting unpredictable weather patterns, Iceland is probably one of our most challenging workshop locations. However, it is also one of the most beautiful ones. Passionate Photographer Tommaso
- [New Better Moments expert Wildlife Photographer Laurent Baheux](https://bettermoments.com/new-better-moments-expert-wildlife-photographer-laurent-baheux/) - We are happy to announce that a new photography expert joined the Better Moments team: French wildlife photographer Laurent Baheux will lead a wildlife photography workshop in Kenya from 28 August – 4 September 2021. Since the beginning of 2000, Laurent Baheux has been creating a a collection of monochrome wildlife photographs, characterized by a contrasting, condensed style. With
- [New Better Moments expert: James Whitlow Delano](https://bettermoments.com/new-better-moments-expert-james-whitlow-delano/) - The Japan-based documentary photographer will lead our 2021 workshop on the Philippines.
- [Live Webinar with Steve McCurry](https://bettermoments.com/live-webinar-with-steve-mccurry/) - Award-winning photographer Steve McCurry talks about his iconic images, Burma and photography.

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## 3D FlipBook

- [Kathmandu Workshop 2027](https://bettermoments.com/3d-flip-book/kathmandu-workshop-2027/)
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- [EXPLORE PAPUA NEW GUINEA](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-papua-new-guinea/) - Capture vibrant tribes, wild jungles, rivers & mountains in an unforgettable journey of visual storytelling together with our expert Christian Nørgaard.
- [THE LAND OF POLAR BEARS](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-svalbard/) - On our Svalbard Photography Workshop you will explore the "Land of the Polar Bears" together with National Geographic's Sisse Brimberg.
- [The Untamed Beauty Of Angola](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/the-untamed-beauty-of-angola/) - Join an Exclusive Photography Expedition with Christian Nørgaard Discover South Angola, one of the most untouched and visually striking destinations in Africa. This exclusive photography workshop, led by renowned photographer Christian Nørgaard, will take you deep into remote tribal communities, and through breathtaking landscapes, offering unparalleled opportunities for portrait and Landscape photography. Capture the Spirit of
- [EXPLORE THE FAROE ISLANDS](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-the-faroe-islands/) - On our Faroe Island Photography Workshop you will explore the "Wonders of the Atlantic" together with Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard.
- [Kathmandu — Where History Breathes](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/kathmandu-where-history-breathes/) - Kathmandu workshop is for those seeking authentic encounters and once-in-a-lifetime images. Steve McCurry will challenge and elevate your photographic vision.
- [ITALY PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP TOUR](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-italy/) - On our Italy Photography Workshop you will explore Siena during the Il Palio together with Word Press Photo Award winner Marco Di Lauro.
- [KENYA PHOTOGRAPHY TOUR](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-kenya/) - On our Kenya Photography Workshop you will explore the Maasai Mara and witness the Big Migration together with Laurent Baheux.
- [MONGOLIA PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP TOUR](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-mongolia/) - On our Mongolia Photography Workshop you will explore the world of the Eagle Hunters together with Harvard Scholar Hamid Sardar.
- [AMAZING ICELAND WITH PHASE ONE EXPLORER](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/amazing-iceland-with-phase-one-explorer/) - Better Moments organize aerial photography and Ice cave photography workshop tours in Iceland. Call us at +45 31 57 87 47 to know more about Iceland workshops.
- [CUBA PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-cuba/) - Better Moment’s Cuba photography workshop tour is a real-life experience where you can travel back in time. Join our workshop today with Nikon Ambassador Arne Hodalič.
- [MAROCCO PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP TOUR](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-morocco/) - On our Morocco Photography Workshop you will explore the "The Jewel of Northern Africa" together with National Geographic's Sisse Brimberg.
- [INDIA PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP TOUR](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-india/) - Join our India photography workshop tour to explore the culture and wildlife of India. This workshop will be with Andreas H. Bitesnich, the most experienced photographer since 1989.
- [AMAZING GREENLAND](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/amazing-greenland-with-phase-one-explorer/) - Experience the extraordinary scenery and Inuit culture of Greenland with our Greenland photography workshop tours. Contact now to know more.
- [EXPLORE NEPAL & TIBET](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-nepal-tibet/) - On our Nepal & Tibet Photography Workshop you will explore Kathmandu, Lhasa, and Everest Basecamp together with Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard.
- [FINLAND WITH PHASE ONE EXPLORER](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/amazing-finland-with-phase-one-explorer/) - Join us on the Finland photography workshop with the famous photographer Tom D. Jones and to experience the beauty of endless pine forests and majestic falls.
- [EXPLORE ETHIOPIA](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-ethiopia/) - On our Ethiopia Photography Workshop you will explore Omo Valley's tribal culture together with Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard.
- [EXPLORE AUSTRALIA](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-australia/) - On our Australia Photography Workshop you will explore Sydney, the Outback and Uluru together with Peter Eastway.
- [EXPLORE SCOTLAND](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-scotland/) - On our Scotland Photography Workshop you will explore the Isle of Skye together with Tom D. Jones and Phase One. Better Moments and Phase One Explorer workshop
- [EXPLORE SLOVENIA](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-slovenia/) - On our Slovenia Photography Workshop you will explore Lake Bled, Soca Valley, Ljubljana & more with National Geographic's Arne Hodalic.
- [EXPLORE LOFOTEN](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-lofoten/) - On our Lofoten Photography Workshop you will explore Norway's magical archipelago together with Tom D. Jones. Better Moments and Phase One Explorer workshop
- [EXPLORE BHUTAN](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/bhutan/) - On our Bhutan Photography Workshop you will explore the "Land of the Thunder Dragon" together with National Geographic's Sisse Brimberg.
- [EXPLORE THE PHILIPPINES](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/philippines/) - On our Philippines Photography Workshop you will meet the pearl hunters & visit remote islands with James Whitlow Delano.
- [THE ART OF BEARING WITNESS](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-bangkok/) - Join our Bangkok photography workshop 7-days tour to explore Thailand’s capital, Bangkok. This workshop will be with James Nachtwey, the most experienced editorial photographer of his time.
- [EXPLORE INDOCHINA](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-indochina/) - On our Indochina Photography Workshop you will explore the secrets of Thailand, Cambodia and Laos together with Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard.
- [THAILAND PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-thailand/) - On our Thailand Photography Workshop you will explore Bangkok together with Steve McCurry.
- [AMAZING NAMIBIA WITH PHASE ONE EXPLORER](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/amazing-namibia-with-phase-one-explorer/) - Join our Better Moments and Phase One Explorer Namibia Photography Workshop you will explore deserts and coastlines together with Tom D. Jones.
- [Venice Carnival.](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/explore-nagaland/) - Experience the Magic of Venice Carnival 2026 Step into a world of elegance, mystery, and celebration at the Venice Carnival. This historic festival reaches its spectacular peak on Martedì Grasso, Fat Tuesday. This is your chance to immerse yourself in one of the world's most famous and breathtaking festivals. Do not miss the opportunity to
- [VIETNAM: A BEAUTIFUL MIND](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/vietnam-photography-tour/) - On our Vietnam Photography Workshop you will explore Hanoi and Norther Vietnam with founder of Better Moments Christian Nørgaard.
- [Into the wild Namibia](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/the-himba-and-san-peoples-namibia/) - Together with Nørgaard, you get very close to the local tribes like the Himba and The San peoples to experience the authentic tribal people of Namibia.
- [Capture the Untold Stories: A Photography Adventure in North India](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/into-the-wild-north-india/) - Capture the Untold Stories: A Photography Adventure in North India Join CEO and founder Christian Nørgaard on an exclusive visual journey through the tribal heartlands of Nagaland and Arunachal Pradesh. Capture the untold stories of the Konyak Nagas and Apatani people—two of the region’s most unique and fascinating cultures. Experience remote North India like never
- [Into the Wild Tibet](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/into-the-wild-tibet/) - Join us on a breathtaking journey through Tibet, led by Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard, a celebrated travel and portrait photographer with extensive experience capturing the essence of Asia’s diverse landscapes and cultures. This workshop is designed for those eager to elevate their photography skills while exploring the spiritual heart of the Himalayas and the
- [KENYA: TRUE WILDLIFE](https://bettermoments.com/workshop/kenya-true-wildlife/) - On our Kenya: True Wildlife Workshop you will explore the Maasai Mara and witness the Big Five with seasoned veteran Tom D. Jones.

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## Expert

- [JAMES WHITLOW DELANO](https://bettermoments.com/expert/james-whitlow-delano/) - James Whitlow Delano is a Japan-based visual storyteller. His work has been published and exhibited throughout the world and led to four award-winning monograph photo books, including, “Empire: Impressions from China” and “Black Tsunami: Japan 2011”. Projects have been cited with the Alfred Eisenstadt Award (from Columbia University and Life Magazine), Leica’s Oskar Barnack, Picture
- [STEVE MCCURRY](https://bettermoments.com/expert/steve-mccurry/) - Steve is recognized universally as one of today’s finest image-makers, and has won many of photography’s top awards. Best known for his evocative color photography, Steve, in the finest documentary tradition, captures the essence of human struggle and joy. Steve’s work has been featured in every major magazine in the world and frequently appears in
- [JAMES NACHTWEY](https://bettermoments.com/expert/james-nachtwey/) - James Nachtwey is an American photojournalist and war photographer. He has been awarded the Overseas Press Club's Robert Capa Gold Medal five times and two World Press Photo awards. Nachtwey has devoted himself to documenting wars, conflicts, and critical social issues. He has worked on extensive photographic essays all around the world. Nachtwey has been
- [ANDREAS H. BITESNICH](https://bettermoments.com/expert/andreas-h-bitesnich/) - Since 1989, Andreas H. Bitesnich has devoted himself exclusively to photography and has been represented in group exhibitions and solo exhibitions worldwide in renowned galleries and museums such as the Museum for Decorative Arts and Crafts in Hamburg or the Kunsthaus Wien. Moreover, his works have been published in numerous illustrated books. Bitesnich captures moments
- [LAURENT BAHEUX](https://bettermoments.com/expert/laurent-baheux/) - Born in Poitiers in 1970, Laurent Baheux started his career in the frenetic world of international sport before moving his horizons to wilder climes, where flora and fauna continue to live in freedom. Since the beginning of 2000, he has been creating a a collection of monochrome wildlife photographs, characterized by a contrasting, condensed style.
- [CHRISTIAN NORGAARD](https://bettermoments.com/expert/christian-norgaard/) - Christian Nørgaard is the founder and CEO of Better Moments. For years he has photographed and traveled extensively in Asia and has received wide acclaim for his unique photographic talent. In recent years he has also collaborated with Steve McCurry and other National Geographic’s leading photographers for exhibitions and events. His workshops in Ethiopia, Nepal/Tibet,
- [PETER EASTWAY](https://bettermoments.com/expert/peter-eastway/) - Peter Eastway is a contemporary Australian photographer who is known internationally for his landscape and travel photography. He also shoots editorially, selectively in advertising and portraiture. For more than 30 years, Peter has been involved in photographic magazine, establishing his own title with Australia’s Better Photography Magazine, in 1995. Today it is one of Australia’s
- [HAMID SARDAR](https://bettermoments.com/expert/hamid-sardar/) - Renowned photographer, documentarist and scholar, Hamid Sardar-Afkhami, has a Ph.d. in Inner Asian Studies from Harvard University. Hamid is therefore uniquely qualified to introduce the often reclusive and enigmatic cultures of Mongolia. His work has been featured in National Geographic, Le Figaro and Paris Match, and he has produced several internationally acclaimed documentaries about the
- [SISSE BRIMBERG](https://bettermoments.com/expert/sisse-brimberg/) - “I was born very prematurely, two months to be precise. The nurses who took care of me gave me the nickname “Sisse”. Later on I was baptized Marie-Louise, but it never stuck, I have always gone by Sisse.” Sisse Brimberg is a highly experienced photographer who has photographed over fifty stories for National Geographic Magazine
- [TOM D. JONES](https://bettermoments.com/expert/tom-d-jones/) - Tom D. Jones is famous for his fine art photography, for which he has received numerous awards, among others the International Photography Award 2017 (Nature-Sunset Category) and the European Fine Art Photographer of the Year 2009. He’s part of the prestigious association Master Qualified European Photographer and in 2012 he distinguished himself with the well-deserved
- [MARCO DI LAURO](https://bettermoments.com/expert/marco-di-lauro/) - Marco Di Lauro is a World Press award-winning photographer working for, among others, Newsweek, Time Magazine, New York Times Magazine and Der Spiegel. He has worked under an exclusive contract for Getty Images Reportage since 2002, covering the Middle Eastern conflict in the Gaza Strip and spent almost all of 2003 and 2004 in Iraq,
- [MICHAEL NICHOLS](https://bettermoments.com/expert/michael-nichols/) - A native of Alabama, Michael Nichols is an award-winning photographer whose work has taken him to the most remote corners of the world. He became a staff photographer for the National Geographic magazine in 1996 and was named Editor-at-Large in January 2008. From 1982 to 1995 he was a member of Magnum Photos, the prestigious
- [ARNE HODALIC](https://bettermoments.com/expert/arne-hodalic/) - I don’t divide my time between work and leisure. I just live. Arne Hodalič grew up and studied biology in Ljubljana, Slovenia. After finishing university, he was working for five years as a professional sailing boat skipper and diver and had his own charter company on the Adriatic coast in Croatia. He began taking photos,
- [STEVE BLOOM](https://bettermoments.com/expert/steve-bloom/) - In the early nineties, during a safari holiday, Steve Bloom began photographing animals, and within a short time he had swapped his established city career for the precarious life of an international traveling photographer. Steve Bloom’s concern for the environment is strongly evident in his wildlife images. He strives to capture the animal’s spirit, and

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- [Netherlands with Lars van de Goor](https://bettermoments.com/our-partner/netherlands-with-lars-van-de-goor/) - The hotels were first class, the food was phenomenal, which is important, and more importantly, each day was very well planned out and it has been a really great experience. Aubra Franklin, USA
- [Greenland and Namibia](https://bettermoments.com/our-partner/italy-with-marco-di-lauro/) - I have been on two bucket list workshops with Better Moments. The first one was to Greenland, and the second to Namibia. The expert tutelage from Better Moments pushed my photography further. It’s the help in becoming a photographer that will bring me back to future workshops. Joe Graf, US
- [Workshop in Namibia](https://bettermoments.com/our-partner/workshop-in-namibia/) - I truly enjoyed the Better Moments Workshop in Namibia. From the exploration of unique places to vast landscapes and the magic light of Namibia - this trip offered plenty of fantastic photographic opportunities.” Mathias Born
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## Passionated Photographers

- [JOSEPH LAM](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/joseph-lam/) - Joseph Lam participated in the Myanmar workshop, led by Steve McCurry and Christian Nørgaard, the Tibet and Nepal workshop, led by Sisse Brimberg and Christian Nørgaard, our Greenland workshop in 2021, led by Tom D. Jones and Christian Nørgaard, and additional workshops led by Christian Nørgaard in Ethiopia, Faroe Islands, North Vietnam, Cuba, and more recently
- [DERRICK HSIAO](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/derrick-hsiao/) - Derrick Hsiao from Taipei in Taiwan participated in our 2017 Silk Road Workshop. Since the age of 12 he has participated in various international photography workshops. Starting out with an interest in culturally-oriented subjects, a visit to Iceland ignited his love of landscape photography. He is also proficient in aerial photography. “What motivates me the
- [KASPER JOHANSSON](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/kasper-johansson/) - Kasper Johansson was awarded Photographer Of The Year 2015 Bronze and Photographer Of The Month, June 2015, with one of his photos taken on our Tanzania 2013 workshop. Below is a selection of his best work.
- [Anne Marie Tarraga](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/anne-marie-tarraga/) - Anne Marie was born in Spain, but moved to France with her parents as a child. Her unbridled passion for photography is evident in her remarkable pictures, a selection of which can be viewed below. She has joined us on our Bangkok workshop in 2023 with Steve McCurry and will be joining our Burma workshop
- [DAVID MUIRY](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/david-muiry/) - David Muiry participated in the Greenland workshop with Better Moments in September 2021, lead by Tom D. Jones and Christian Nørgaard.
- [JACK PASHT](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/jack-pasht/) - Jack Pasht from Canada, have participated twice at our Iceland workshops. Enjoy a selection of Jack´ work. “My love of photography has spanned over forty years, from the traditional wet darkroom to the most current trends in digital photography . My photographic interests are constantly changing, but have focussed primarily on landscape, wildlife and urban
- [DAVID WILKINS](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/david-wilkins/) - David Wilkins participated in the Tibet and Nepal workshop with Better Moments in November 2018, lead by Sisse Brimberg and Christian Nørgaard.
- [DAGFINN KRINGSTAD](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/dagfinn-kringstad/) - From the steppes of Africa to the steppes of the Arctic, Dagfinn Kringstad from Norway participated in the Tanzania and Svalbard workshops – and certainly made all of those Better Moments his very own. The personal selections of his work below are from both workshops and no matter which continent they are from, you get
- [HAN LEI](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/han-lei/) - Han Lei participated in the Burma with the best workshop Burma with the Best workshop in March 2017, lead by Steve McCurry. He is a PhD in computer Science from Australia and has studied photography as a hobby for 5 years. His preferred subjects are travel, people, culture and documentary. Below is a personal selection of
- [CARLO MARAZZA](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/carlo-marazza/) - Carlo Marazza participated in the Iceland 2017 workshop. Below is a selection of his best work.
- [LUIS MORENO](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/luis-moreno/) - Luis Moreno, from Spain, is a passionate photographer and a Better Moments guest. Luis has travelled with us several times, in Ethiopia, Burma and last time in our Tibet and Nepal workshop, lead by Sisse Brimberg and Christian Nørgaard in November 2018. Below is a personal selection of his work in the different photographic journeys.
- [SIGGE SKARSFJALL](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/sigge-skarsfjall/) - Sigge Skarsfjäll, from Sweden, is an advanced enthusiast who went with Better Moments to Söderåsen in 2012. His photography interests are landscape, architectural, products and portrait. Currently he only photograph digitally (Nikon D800 and Fuji X-T1). Previously he used analog from Olympus, Nikon and Hasselblad. In the recent years Sigge has developed his skills and
- [GHITA THOMÉ](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/ghita-thome/) - Ghita Thomé from Finland, participated in the Svalbard workshop 2014. She was awarded Photographer of the Month in September 2017.
- [ROSS BROWN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/ross-brown/) - Ross Brown participated in the Iceland and Arctic Circle workshops. Below is a selection of his best work. Ross Brown was awarded Photographer of the Month, November 2016. “Over the past few years I have been privileged to travel and explore the coast and mountains of Iceland and also further afield above the Arctic Circle
- [MATS ELERUD](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/mats-elerud/) - Mats Elerud is native to Sweden and has been born into photography through his parents’ profession. For Mats, though, photography has primarily been an advanced hobby for most of his life. He has, however, spent one year with “The Photography School of the Swedish Army” and has also done apprentice work during summer breaks with
- [PETE M HYDE](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/pete-m-hyde/) - Pete M Hyde participated in the Abisko workshop in September 2016. Pete lives near Manchester in northwest England. As a retired University Lecturer in Biological Sciences he has a long standing interest in the natural world. Combining this with a liking for walking and travel lead to him to an interest in landscape photography as
- [FRANZ JOSEF HERING](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/franz-josef-hering/) - Franz Josef Hering from germany participated in Iceland. Below is a selection of his best work.
- [ROSE-MARIE KRAMER](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/rose-marie-kramer/) - Rose-Marie Kramer participated in the Abisko 2015 workshop. Below is a selection of her best work.
- [JÜRGEN WETTKE](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/jurgen-wettke/) - Jürgen Wettke participated in the Iceland 2014 workshop. Below is a selection of his best work. He was awarded Photographer of the Month, January 2016. Prof. Dr. Jürgen Wettke is born in 1953, Hagen, Westphalia. His is a Ph,D. with a background in pharmaceutical studies and led for many years the international Health Care Practice
- [LIV MELBYE WECHSLER](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/liv-melbye-wechsler/) - Liv Melbye Wechsler participated in the Bhutan 2012 workshop. Below is a selection of her best work.
- [MARITA WALLIN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/marita-wallin/) - Marita Wallin participated in the India 2014 workshop. Below is a selection of her best work. Marita Wallin from Sweden, a visual artists and educator, joined us to India in 2014. About it she says: “It exceeded all my expectations and will be a memory for life. All events were well planned and carefully selected.
- [KEES VAN STRAATEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/kees-van-straaten/) - Kees Van Straten was awarded Photographer of the Month, July 2015. Kees Van Straten participated in the Iceland 2011 workshop, Söderåsen 2011 & 2012 workshops, Svalbard 2012 workshop and the Abisko 2013 workshop. Kees from the Netherlands has travelled several times with Better Moments and has photographed in locations such as: Iceland, Söderåsen, Svalbard and
- [ERIK SVANEBORG](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/erik-svaneborg/) - Erik Svaneborg participated in the Tibet and Nepal workshop with Better Moments in November 2018, lead by Sisse Brimberg and Christian Nørgaard. Below is a personal selection of his shots from the photographic journey with us.
- [GUSTAVO REZENDE](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/gustavo-rezende/) - Gustavo Rezende is a passionate photographer from Brazil who participated in the Burma with the Best 2017 workshop. There were many great moments for Gustavo on this workshop with renowned photographer, Steve McCurry, whose work he had admired for years. Obviously, though, the best moments on his trip were caught by one man: Gustavo himself.
- [MIA MARIA PETERSEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/mia-maria-petersen/) - Mia Maria Petersen participated in the Bhutan 2012 workshop. Below is a selection of the best work.
- [KNUD WEST HANSEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/knud-west-hansen/) - Knud West Hansen participated in the India Workshop 2014.
- [NIKLAS NIKITIN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/niklas-nikitin/) - Niklas Nikitin was awarded Photographer of the Year 2015 Silver and Photographer of the Month, April 2015. Niklas Nikitin from Sweden travelled with Better Moments two times in 2013 and participated in workshops in Abisko and in Iceland. Niklas is originally from Grythyttan, but has long resided in Karlstad, where he works at Karlstad University
- [ANGELIKA NACHTRAB](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/angelika-nachtrab/) - Angelika Nachtrab-Hüttner from Stuttgart in Germany participated in our Iceland workshop 2017. She has taken photos since childhood, not least motivated by her father who also photographed frequently. She is mainly interested in photographing landscapes, architecture and animals. Her sense of landscape and structures clearly stands out in the selection of her work below.
- [LUCY MOHR](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/lucy-mohr/) - Lucy Mohr from UK participated in the workshop to Palio di Siena workshop. After studying Fashion Journalism at London College of Fashion, Lucy went with friends to live and work in Bali, Indonesia. It was here, whilst running a small boutique hotel and needing to take photos for the brochure, that she started to rediscover
- [BERNARD MENETTRIER DE JOLLIN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/bernard-menettrier-de-jollin/) - Bernard Menettrier de Jollin participated in the Burma with the Best workshop in March 2017, lead by Steve McCurry. Below is a personal selection of his shots from that photographic journey. You can see more of Bernard’s work on Flickr
- [AARON MARKO](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/aaron-marko/) - Aaron Marko participated in the Svalbard and Cuba workshop. Below is a selection of the his best Svalbard work. Aaron Marko was awarded Photographer of the Month, February 2016. Professional: ex IBM and Microsoft executive, now personal development trainer and coach at Gustav Käser Training International. Photography-wise: passionate amateur since childhood; winner of several gold,
- [INGEMAR LJUNGDAHL](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/ingemar-ljungdahl/) - Ingemar Ljungdahl from Sweden, travelled with Better Moments in 2015 and participated in the Abisko workshop. Ingemar has 35+ years experience from the software industry, and as part of partly resigning he took up photography as a main interest in 2011. Striving to continously develop new skills he has participated in various workshops. Landscape and
- [NICOLAAS LENS](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/nicolaas-lens/) - Nicolaas Lens has participated in our Iceland workshop 2017. Here is a selection of his work.
- [ALBI KUNTZLE](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/albi-kuntzle/) - Albi Kuntzle from France participated in the Steve McCurry Ethiopia workshop. Below is a selection of the his best work. Albi Kuntzle was awarded Photographer of the Month, July 2016. Born and raised in Germany, lives in Paris, Albi has been a passionate amateur photographer for forty years. As he says so himself, “Photography is
- [KEVINCHARITYFAIR](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/kevincharityfair/) - KevinCharityFair participated in the Lofoten workshop in March 2017, then he joined for the Nepal an Tibet worshop in 2018. Below is a personal selection of his shots from these two journeys to another world. The names of the photos alone are a testament to the powerful inspiration from of this visual exploration of a
- [CATARINA KENT](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/catarina-kent/) - Catarina Kent from Sweden, participated in the Bhutan, Tanzania, Steve McCurry, Söderåsen, Il Palio, Indochina and Burma workshops. Catarina Kent was Photographer of the Month, March, 2016. Below is a selection of her work in the Tanzania workshop.
- [SAFAA KAGAN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/safaa-kagan/) - Safaa Kagan participated in the Burma with the Best Workshop together with Steve McCurry and Christian Nørgaard. Safaa Kagan is a travel photographer based between Miami and Los Angeles. Born and raised in Casablanca, Morocco, Safaa moved to the United States when she was 17 to pursue her dream of becoming a photographer. Safaa studied
- [JAN JÜRGENSEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/jan-jurgensen/) - Jan Jürgensen from Denmark, participated in the Bhutan 2012 workshop. Below is a selection of his best work.
- [KIRSTEN JØRGENSEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/kirsten-jorgensen/) - Kirsten Jørgensen from Denmark travelled with Better Moments in 2012 and participated in the Bhutan workshop led by Sisse Brimberg and Cotton Coulson. Kirsten is a teacher by profession, but spends her spare time shooting photos. Kirsten says herself that she enjoys photographing people, places and things around her – especially the beautiful, odd, funny
- [TIFFIN JOHNSON](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/tiffin-johnson/) - Tiffin Johnson participated in the Iceland 2016 workshop. Tiffin was awarded Photographer of the Month, September 2016. Below is a selection of the his best work. Tiff Johnson is a retired Chemical Engineer residing in Durango, Colorado (USA). Although interested in cameras from a very early age, 15 years of retirement has allowed him to
- [RUNE JOHANSEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/rune-johansen/) - Rune Johansen participated in the Bhutan 2012 workshop. Below is a selection of his best work from Bhutan.
- [JAGODA HØST](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/jagoda-host/) - Jagoda Høst is a Norwegian and has her own company. Four years ago she traveled to India. But she found it difficult, as a woman, to travel on her own, so when the opportunity to travel with Better Moments and National Geographic Nordic appeared, she took it. “It was a great and safe way to
- [UNNI HJELLNES](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/unni-hjellnes/) - Unni Hjellnes participated in the Bhutan 2012 workshop, Tanzania 2013 and Burma 2015. Below is a selection of her best work. Read the featured newsletter about Unni in Focus November 2015. Follow her project in Uganda at www.childrenofrwenzori.com
- [METTE MARIANNE HENRIKSEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/mette-marianne-henriksen/) - Mette Marianne Henriksen participated in the Bhutan Workshop 2012. Below is a selection of her best work from Bhutan.
- [ADELINE HEIDERSCHEID](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/adeline-heiderscheid/) - Adeline Heiderscheid from Switzerland participated in the Svalbard 2015 workshop. Adeline was awarded Photographer of the Month, October 2016. Below is a selection of her best work.
- [THOR-AKSEL HAGEN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/thor-aksel-hagen/) - Thor-Aksel Hagen from Norway travelled with Better Moments in 2012 to Finland. Thor-Aksel has been photographing for almost 50 years and when he was introduced to digital photography he spent more and more time with his camera. He particularly enjoys taking pictures of birds and other animals. Thor-Aksel participated at the Finland workshop with his
- [JOHN GUNN](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/john-gunn/) - John Gunn participated in the workshops India 2014, Burma 2015 and Indochina (Thailand, Cambodia, Laos) 2016. Below is selection of his best work from Thailand, Cambodia and Laos 2016 and India 2014.
- [LAURENT GUIGUE](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/laurent-guigue/) - Laurent Guigue from Lambersart, France, participated in our Iceland and Scotland workshops 2017. Below is a selection of his work. “The helicopter tour over Iceland was fantastic and is really a “must do” for any photographer. It’s always rewarding to realize that you are in the right place at the right moment and that you
- [MATS GRIMFOOT](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/mats-grimfoot/) - Mats Grimfoot was awarded Photographer Of The Month, October 2015. Mats Grimfoot,who participated in the Svalbard 2014 workshop, is a biologist and ecologist with an education in nature photography led by Andy Horner. He is very active in his local photography community, having earned many awards as well as some Honorary Mentions in international organizations
- [JEFF GRANT](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/jeff-grant/) - Jeff Grant, Australia, was awarded Photographer of the Year 2015 Gold and Photographer of the Month, August 2015. “I’m delighted to have been voted Better-Moments Photographer of the Year. It’s a wonderful surprise. Better-Moments took me to outstandingly photogenic locations, particularly from the air. The images that I took over the river deltas of Iceland
- [SASHA GENTSIS](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/sasha-gentsis/) - Sasha Gentsis was awarded Photographer of the Month in March 2015 Sasha Gentsis is a frequent participant on Better Moments Workshops with two times to Iceland, Sweden three times and once each to Svalbard and Greenland. In 2015 he is bringing his son the his all time favorite, Iceland. The work of Sasha Gentsis vibrates
- [MATS FORS](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/mats-fors/) - Mats Fors participated in the Abisko workshop (.a.k.a. Sweden: Indian Summer at the Polar Circle) in 2015. He bought his first camera when he was 15 and since 1980 he has worked with Nikon cameras, from 2006 in digital mode. Landscape photography is the foundation for his shots, but he also likes to capture people,
- [CAROLINE FRASER](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/caroline-fraser/) - Caroline Fraser from UK participated in the Abisko workshop. Below is a selection of her best work. Caroline Fraser was awarded Better Moments Photographer of the Month, April, 2016. “Somehow, Caroline Fraser brings you closer to reality than you might have thought possible. The abstract work – and sometimes clear, unedited shots – she conjures
- [JAN-ERIK FALLBERG](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/jan-erik-fallberg/) - Jan Erik Fallberg, from Sweden, participated in the Svalbard 2014 workshop. His interest are landscape and wildlife. He uses Canon EOS7D, Canon 18-200 and Tamron 150-600, when photographing. Professionally, Jan is CEO at CAD Byrån, a leading company in Sweden working with computer-aided design. Below is a selection of his best work from Svalbard.
- [JOHN EATON](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/john-eaton/) - John Eaton participated in Better Moments’ Silk Road 2017 Workshop. He was born in Kent, England, during the war. After an academic career at The London Business School, he joined HP and eventually moved to Silicon Valley in California. Now retired, he lives on the coast in Santa Cruz. “I had visited China several times
- [PETER DORR](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/peter-dorr/) - Peter Dorr participated in the Ethiopia Workshop 2017, the Silk Road Workshop 2017 and the India Workshop 2014. Peter Dorr won the Photographer of the Year 2017 – Silver Award for his ethereal interpretation of the Jiayuguan Fortress in China, taken on the Silk Road Workshop 2017. See examples of his work below. See the
- [BRIAN CRUICKSHANK](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/brian-cruickshank/) - Brian Cruickshank, USA, participated in the Ethiopia 2016 workshop. Brian Cruickshank was awarded Photographer of the Month, August 2016. Brian has been a life-long world traveler, and photography is a way for him to experience other cultures and share experiences with friends and family. He especially loves making environmental portraits. “The Ethiopia workshop was a
- [ACHIM DITTRICH](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/achim-dittrich/) - Achim Dittrich participated in the Greenland – Into the Ice Cap 2017 workshop. Here he explains how he developed his passion for photography: “I have a passion for nature since I was little. During my university time in 1986, I did a hike in the Sarek national park which was an exceptional place and the
- [DAVID CONNELL](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/david-connell/) - W. David Connell, from Phoenix, Arizona, participated in our Iceland 2017 workshop. Below is a selection of his work from the trip. “I began dabbling in photography in high school (including the darkroom) but then took a hiatus until the 1980’s when I re-engaged through motor sports photography. The great landscapes in Arizona eventually moved
- [TOMMASO COLOMBINO](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/tommaso-colombino/) - Tommaso Colobino is from Italy and participated in the Greenland and Faroe Island workshops. Below is a selection of his best work.
- [ANTONIA CHEUNG](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/antonia-cheung/) - Sarah Alsayegh, was awarded Photographer of the Month, May 2015, with one of her photos taken on the Iceland workshop. Below is a selection of her best work. Find more about her at: https://www.salsayegh.com/
- [JISHNU CHANGKAKOTI](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/jishnu-changkakoti/) - JISHNU CHANGKAKOTI Jishnu Changkakoti born in India. “It was a great experience to go on the Bhutan photo expedition with Better Moments. The entire trip was very well organized. The expert – Sisse Brimberg – were fantastic. Since it was a small group, she was able to give individual attention to all the participants. The
- [L-P ANDERSSON](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/l-p-andersson/) - L-P Andersson participated in the Tanzania Workshop 2013. Below is a selection of his best work.
- [SARAH ALSAYEGH](https://bettermoments.com/passionated-photographer/sarah-alsayegh/) - Sarah Alsayegh, was awarded Photographer of the Month, May 2015, with one of her photos taken on the Iceland workshop. Below is a selection of her best work. Find more about her at: https://www.salsayegh.com/

## Free Webinar

- [SISSE BRIMBERG](https://bettermoments.com/free-webinar/sisse-brimberg/) - Feedback from a National Geographic photographer Working for National Geographic is a dream for many photographers – Better Moments expert Sisse Brimberg has been living this dream for years. Benefit from her experience and book your personal image review today! Sisse Brimberg is a highly experienced photographer who has photographed over fifty stories for National Geographic
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- [JAMES NACHTWEY](https://bettermoments.com/free-webinar/james-nachtwey/) - MY LIFE AS A WAR PHOTOGRAPHER "I became a photographer in order to be a war photographer, and a photographer involved in what I thought were critical social issues. From the very beginning this was my goal." - James Nachtwey In his webinar, the World Press Photo Award winner will talk about his life as
- [ARNE HODALIC](https://bettermoments.com/free-webinar/arne-hodalic/) - Feedback from a National Geographic photo editor Would you like to know how to get that little extra out of your shots? Then who could give better advice than a National Geographic photo editor-in-chief: Arne Hodalič will review your images and provide tips and tricks to improve your photography in order to make sure you
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## Photo Exploring

- [Rome](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/rome/) - The ancient metropolis is sure to exceed your expectations
- [Bangkok](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/hanoi-2/) - The hustle and bustle of this sprawling city is sure to keep you on your toes!
- [PRAGUE](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/photo-exploring-prague/) - Prague almost begs you to explore its maze of cobbled lanes and hidden courtyards. From ancient chapels to the famous Carl's Bridge, this city is on many people's bucket list. And for good reason. Let us guide you through the photographic wonders of this ancient Czech capital.
- [COPENHAGEN](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/photo-exploring-copenhagen/) - The Danish capital of Copenhagen, with its mixture of historic castles, colourful town houses, modern architecture and vibrant city life, boasts endless photo opportunities.
- [BERLIN](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/photo-exploring-berlin/) - Berlin, the German capital, is renowned for setting trends in lifestyle, music and arts. Once divided by history, today the city inspires photography on every corner. Historical buildings meet modern architecture.
- [SOFIA](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/photo-exploring-sofia/) - Onion-domed churches and ostentatious Soviet buildings mixed into a modern urban citylife gives photographers plenty of visual trinkets for their explorative nature.
- [Hamburg](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/photo-exploring-hamburg/) - Hamburg . With the self-acclaimed title of "gateway to the world", it' not only cool and vibrant, but also the second largest city of Germany. Here, life is lived and enjoyed - and so will you!
- [PARIS](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/photo-exploring-paris/) - Paris. The romantic capital of Europe invites you to casual strolls through narrow streets with intimate cafés and boutiques, onto impressive boulevards boasting with life as you witness the incredible world-renowned landmarks the city has to offer.
- [Reykjavik & Iceland](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/photo-exploring-reykjavik/) - Reykjavik and Iceland are like nothing you have ever explored before. You are up for a real treat.
- [Ljubljana](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/ljubljana/) - Slovenia's green capital Ljubljana offers stark contrast between medieval history, socialist republic times and the modern European metropol it is today.
- [Stockholm](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/stockholm/) - Stockholm is called one of the most beautiful cities in Europe - and for good reason.
- [Barcelona](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/barcelona/) - From sun drenched beaches to ancient architecture and modernism, Barcelona is a Mediterranean photographic gem you will never forget.
- [London](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/london/) - Time travel into one of the world's most visited cities. Ancient historic landmarks meet impressive and innovative modern architecture.
- [Amsterdam](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/amsterdam/) - Busy canals, picturesque houses, narrow streets, and historic landmarks.
- [Svalbard](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/svalbard/) - An icy frontier with gorgeous vistas. An unparalleled experience.
- [Hanoi](https://bettermoments.com/photo-exploring/hanoi/) - The sprawling capital of Vietnam offers stunning photography opportunities.

## Films Behinds The Scenes

- [Netherlands - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/netherlands/) - Meet passionate photographer Aubra Franklin from the US, who joined our Better Moments’ Netherlands photography workshop with Hasselblad Master Lars van de Goor.
- [Bhutan - Workshop Inspiration](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/bhutan-2/) - Join National Geographic photographer Sisse Brimberg on an 8-day photo adventure to Bhutan – the Land of the Thunder Dragon.
- [Namibia - Better Moments x Hasselblad Masterclass](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/namibia/) - In the past, Better Moments and Hasselblad ran a series of workshops together, the Better Moments & Hasselblad Mastersclasses. Meet passionate photographer Brad Olch from the US, who joined our workshop in Namibia.
- [Svalbard - Workshop Inspiration](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/svalbard-3/) - Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northern most inhabited areas, it’s known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. Meet passionate photographer Mats Grimfoot from Sweden, who joined our adventure to the icy north,
- [Cuba - Better Moments x Broncolor](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/cuba/) - Meet passionate photographers Catarina Kent and Ulla Fluur from Sweden, who explored the inspiring streets of Cuba together with Better Moments and expert Arne Hodalic.
- [Finland - Workshop Inspiration](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/finland/) - Better Moments is the first to offer high-end landscape photography workshops to Finland. We focus on the most amazing areas in Finland: the national parks around Kuusamo. Kuusamo is located on the border to Russia and on the edge of the Arctic Circle. In this video, Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard explains why it is
- [Burma - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/burma-3/) - Meet passionate photographer Gustavo Rezende from Brazil, who joined our Burma workshop with Steve McCurry.
- [Greenland - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/greenland-2/) - Christian Nørgaard, founder of Better Moments, talks about Better Moments and the company's concept - while traveling Greenland together with a group of passionate photographers, among them Rob Hamilton from Scotland. Our Greenland base is Ilulissat. It’s known for the Icefjord and for huge icebergs Disko Bay, shed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier. Trails run
- [Svalbard - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/svalbard-2/) - Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it’s known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. Meet passionate photographers Peter Hannan, Australia, Kristi Metsa, Estonia, and Lou Newman, from the US, who
- [Hans Strand about Better Moments' Sweden workshop](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/sweden/) - Hasselblad Master Hans Strand talks about the Better Moments landscape photography workshop at Abisko National Park, Sweden.
- [Bhutan - Better Moments x National Geographic Nordic](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/bhutan/) - Meet passionate photographers Jishnu Changkakoti and Jakob Lönnborg and enjoy our National Geographic Nordic workshop in Bhutan together with Sisse Brimberg and Cotton Coulsen.
- [Svalbard - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/svalbard/) - Svalbard is a Norwegian archipelago between mainland Norway and the North Pole. One of the world’s northernmost inhabited areas, it’s known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer and Arctic foxes. Meet passionate photographer Kees van Straten from the Netherlands, who joined our Svalbard Expedition.
- [Indochina - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/indochina/) - Experience a string of Asia’s most beautiful places with both picturesque temples and historic towns mixed with a friendly population. Laos, Thailand and Cambodia are unique countries and complement each other in this wonderful journey. Meet passionate photographer and frequent Better Moments traveler John Gunn, who joined us on this amazing adventure.
- [Iceland - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/iceland/) - Meet passionate photographer Richard Konecky from the US, who joined our Northern Lights workshop in Iceland. With the waterfall Bruarfoss in the background, Richard tells us about his experience traveling with Better Moments and about his flight over the fascinating Icelandic landscape - in a helicopter with open doors.
- [Burma - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/burma/) - Meet passionate photographer Luis Moreno from Spain - a frequent Better Moments traveler. Luis traveled with us to Burma to learn from award-winning photo journalist Steve McCurry.
- [India - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/india/) - Meet passionate photographer Peter Dorr from the Netherlands, who traveled with us on our India workshop. Join our next India workshop and explore India’s diverse environments, experience the Taj Mahal and travel on Ganges in private boat.
- [Hans Strand about traveling with Better Moments](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/hans-strand-on-traveling-with-better-moments/) - Hasselblad Master Hans Strand describes the opportunities and benefits of participating in a Better Moment workshop.
- [Greenland - Better Moments x Hasselblad Masterclass](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/greenland-3/) - Meet Paul Colton from the US who traveled with us to Greenland for our Hasselblad Masterclass with Hans Strand. Our Greenland base is Ilulissat. It’s known for the Icefjord and for huge icebergs Disko Bay, shed by the Sermeq Kujalleq glacier. Trails run to the Sermermiut settlement for dramatic views over the ice.
- [Greenland - Better Moments x Hasselblad Masterclass](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/greenland/) - Meet passionate photographer François Coté, who traveled with us to Greenland for a Hasselblad Masterclass with Hans Strand.
- [Tanzania - Workshop Inspiration](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/tanzania/) - Travel by jeep and stay at our Better Moments Wild Camp at the heart of the Serengeti savannah. Get wild with an adventurous journey in the bush with award-winning wildlife photographer Steve Bloom.
- [Burma - Behind the Scenes](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/burma-2/) - Better Moments and Steve McCurry has been working together for a long time. Burma has been one of our great workshop destinations but also Ethiopia has been on our workshop program. Meet passionate photographer, Bernard Menettrier De Jollin from Switzerland who was traveling together with Steve and Better Moments for 10 amazing days.
- [Lars van de Goor about Better Moments' Netherlands workshop](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/van-de-goor-on-better-momentsnetherlands-workshop/) - Dutch landscape photographer and Hasselblad Master Lars van de Goor talks about the Better Moments Netherlands workshop.
- [Steve Mccurry about working with Better Moments](https://bettermoments.com/films-scenes/steve-mccurry-about-working-with-better-moments/) - Steve McCurry is an American award-winning photographer and photo journalist, creating outstanding and amazing portraits. He has led a number of Better Moments workshops in Ethiopia and Burma. In this video, he explains why he enjoys traveling and working with Better Moments.

## Our Webinars

- [Better Moments 2022 Workshops](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/better-moments-2022-workshops-webinar/) - Better Moments experts Hamid Sardar, Tom D. Jones, Sisse Brimberg and Christian Nørgaard presented their breathtaking workshops on offer in 2022, from the bustling markets of Bangkok, the majestic beauty of Mongolia and bubbling geysers of Iceland - and beyond. We hope their insights inspired you to explore new horizons in 2022.
- [Bhutan as a photo destination with Sisse Brimberg](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/bhutan-as-a-photo-destination-with-sisse-brimberg/) - Asia’s last kingdom should be on your bucket list for many reasons. Let National Geographic photographer Sisse Brimberg take you on a visual journey to Bhutan.
- [How to do Reportage Photography with Marco Di Lauro](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/how-to-do-reportage-photography-with-marco-di-lauro/) - With over 20 years of experience under his belt, Marco Di Lauro knows the ins and outs of reportage and documentary photography. He recently received world-wide recognition for covering the Covid-19 crisis in his home country Italy. In this webinar, Marco talks about some of his most important assignments.
- [How to do a photo story for National Geographic with Arne Hodalic](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/how-to-do-a-photo-story-for-national-geographic-with-arne-hodalic/) - National Geographic Photo Editor-in-Chief, Arne Hodalic, talks about how to prepare a photo story for National Geographic and presents some of his own features using his home country Slovenia as an example.
- [Travel and Portrait Photography with Christian Nørgaard](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/travel-and-portrait-photography-with-christian-norgaard/) - Let Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard take you to Africa and Asia’s most fascinating places and learn about the secrets of travel photography. Christian will share his personal tips and tricks to help you improve your photography
- [The Pearl Hunters of Palawan with James Whitlow Delano](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/the-pearl-hunters-of-palawan-with-james-whitlow-delano/) - James Whitlow Delano shares his inspiring photographs from the Philippines, and talks about one of his reportages that led him to the pearl farm situated on Flower Island, a tiny island off the coast of Palawan.
- [Greenland - Into the Ice Cap with Tom D. Jones](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/greenland-into-the-ice-cap/) - When the sun sets over Ilulissat's Icefjord, the light is saturated with pinky red colors and the mighty landscapes will appear in the most beautiful and dramatic way. Now is the best time to capture the icy giants as they float in the calm waters.
- [Steve McCurry about his iconic images and Burma workshop](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/steve-mccurry-about-his-iconic-images-and-burma-workshop/) - Award-winning photo journalist Steve McCurry talks about the stories behind some of his most iconic photographs and his upcoming photography workshop in Burma.
- [My photographic journey through Mongolia with Hamid Sardar](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/my-photographic-journey-through-mongolia-with-hamid-sardar/) - For years, award-winning film maker and Harvard scholar Hamid Sardar has traveled Mongolia extensively, meeting and living with nomads to learn about their intriguing way of life. In his webinar, he will share photos and stories from his encounters with the famous eagle hunters, wise shamans, horse whisperers, traditional wrestlers and many more.
- [How to travel with Flash Equipment with Arne Hodalič](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/how-to-travel-with-flash-equipment-with-arne-hodalic/) - National Geographic Photo Editor-in-Chief Arne Hodalič is an expert in traveling the world with bulky equipment such as softbox or flash kits in order to take stunning portraits even in remote places. In his webinar, he will share valuable advice on how to do so.
- [My life with National Geographic with Sisse Brimberg](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/my-life-with-national-geographic-with-sisse-brimberg/) - “Some people tell stories with pen and paper, I tell stories with my eyes and my camera” – working for National Geographic is a dream for many photographers, Better Moments expert Sisse Brimberg has been living this dream for years. Join Sisse’s webinar to listen to the tales and stories behind her images of arctic
- [How to do Aerial Photography](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/how-to-do-aerial-photography/) - Taking photos out of a helicopter or airplane has its challenges. But there are tips & tricks that will make your life easier and your images even better. In this webinar, Better Moments founder Christian Nørgaard will share his best advice.
- [Photography in the Land of Fire and Ice](https://bettermoments.com/our-webi/photography-in-the-land-of-fire-and-ice/) - Iceland is one of the most spectacular places for landscape photography and Better Moments expert Peter Eastway knows the island like the back of his hand. In his live webinar he will share his best advice on landscape photography as well as his inspirational work from the land of fire and ice.

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