Capturing The Moment

Mikael Svensson doesn’t just seek the right location, but the right moment in time for his stunning landscape photos.

My photographic journey began during my years working in a hotel in Grövelsjön, Dalarna, which is a mountainous area in southern Sweden. There I felt inspired often by the fleeting moments in nature’s ever-changing landscapes and light. I wanted to capture these moments whenever I had free time outdoors, trekking or skiing.

I started my photography business part-time in 1999, and five years later I’m doing it for a living. Working full-time has its ups and downs. It’s maybe not the best way to get rich, but it’s more a lifestyle for me, and I get to do what I love most. Since starting out I’ve taken images for seven books, and am always working on various new book projects.