8 Things to Know About Photographing Iceland in Winter
Winter in Iceland is the most magical time of the year. It’s a season when fairytales come alive and the Northern Lights dance fervently across the night sky. The days


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Serena Dzenis is an award-winning photographer, author and journalist who is based in Iceland. She has written numerous articles for the Iceland Photo Tours website, both about photography in Iceland as well as the more general aspects of using a camera.
Well-known for her uniquely romantic photographic style and love for the winter season, Serena is not afraid of harsh conditions and in making the most of what this planet has to offer. Her open and friendly nature has seen her embracing challenges each and every day, teaching others to make their own future and to turn their dreams into reality.
Winter in Iceland is the most magical time of the year. It’s a season when fairytales come alive and the Northern Lights dance fervently across the night sky. The days
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