Blog - Mikko Lagerstedt

As a photographer, I have discovered that starting a project can help me channel my creativity and bring new dimensions to my work. A project can be a way to explore new techniques, themes, and p...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/8-ideas-to-spark-your-creativity-with-photography-projects

In this post, I share five tips with you on how you can capture the unnoticed beauty around you.

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/5-tips-to-capture-beautiful-photographs-nearby

Discover the hidden gems in your local surroundings with this month's challenge. Can you capture the unnoticed beauty around you? See where the journey takes you. Let’s be creative together!

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/photography-challenge-with-mikko-discovering-the-unseen

I’m excited to announce my new exhibition, ‘In the Solitude of Nature.’ It’s an exhibition including my best photography from the Nordics of the past ten years of my photography journey.

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/in-the-solitude-of-nature-exhibition

What is the art of night photography? Why should you try out and develop your night photography? In this week’s tutorial, I share my knowledge about night photography and how you can create uni...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/the-art-of-night-photography

Do you ever wonder what it's like to chase the perfect photo only to find out the real gem wasn't what you expected? I went out to Päijänne Lake in Finland, aiming for some night sky shots, but...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/behind-the-scenes-morning-echo

Many people ask about my photography gear. So here is an update to all the gear I use currently and some of the new ones I’ll be receiving shortly. I also recently tried the new Nikon Z8, and i...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/whats-in-my-camera-bag-in-2023-nikon-z7-ii-or-z8-for-landscape-photography

Making the best Preset Collection even better. Using the latest AI advancements and styling options, the EPIC Preset Collection has it all.

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/epic-preset-collection-update-2023

The game-changing world of AI-powered image editing tools for landscape photographers. I delve into how AI can help you save time, enhance image quality, and unleash your creativity. Remember, AI...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/the-best-ai-image-editing-tools-for-landscape-photographers

Discover how embracing a beginner's mind has shaped my photography journey and learn how this powerful mindset can unlock your creative potential. In this post, we'll explore the importance of cu...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/the-importance-of-a-beginners-mind-in-photography

In my journey to capture the beauty of everyday landscapes, I've realized that it's not always about traveling far and wide to find breathtaking views. Instead, it's about opening my eyes to the ...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/capturing-the-beauty-of-everyday-landscape

I share the captivating story of capturing my favorite landscape photograph, "Wonder," on a cold and misty morning. I discuss my experience, the composition of the scene, and the equipment and ca...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/behind-the-scenes-wonder

I share my experience of visiting the Swedish Lapland with fellow photographers, our encounter with extreme weather conditions, and the breathtaking views we captured amidst the snow and wind.

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/behind-the-scenes-the-storm

I talk about the awe-inspiring experience of witnessing unique ice patterns on a cold winter day in Finland, the composition, equipment, and camera settings used, and some tips for capturing simi...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/behind-the-scenes-frozen-patterns

I provide a toolkit of ten tips for photographers and creatives who have lost their inspiration, including being ready for inspiration, trying new techniques or subjects, getting out of your comf...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/a-toolkit-to-find-inspiration-for-your-photography

I showcase my favorite landscape photographs that capture the natural world's beauty, majesty, and power in the North. From the Finnish coastline to Swedish Lapland's snowscapes, each print evoke...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/print-collection-2023

Set attainable photography goals to keep growing and improving. By setting specific goals, you'll stay motivated and inspired. Reflect on past experiences, break goals into smaller steps, and tra...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/unlock-your-photography-potential

I will guide you through capturing stunning winter fog photographs in this post. You'll learn about finding the right location, choosing the right time of day, using a tripod, experimenting with ...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/art-of-capturing-winter-fog-photography

This week, I wanted to share a story about myself and my work. Why I create and what motivates me as a photographer. I hope you enjoy what I wrote. It was straight from my heart.

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/my-story

Let's talk about how to edit minimalistic photographs in Lightroom. As you may know, I often use The Epic Preset collection to edit my photography because it saves me time and gives me a style I ...

https://mikkolagerstedt.com/blog/editing-minimalistic-photography-in-lightroom