FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Local fishing boats in the afternoon, ready for getting out early the next day.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Fish stands (this type is called "Fiskehesje" in Norwegian) in the light of the sunset.
FotoKnoff: VÃ¥gan, Lofoten. Skulpture making an optical "wrong" illusion. The mountain in the mirror is behind the photographer.
FotoKnoff: The arctic light and Lofoten is attractive to photographers from around, like Emile Holba @emileholbaphoto from London.
FotoKnoff: Gimsøy, Lofoten. Gimsøy Church is really tied to the ground due to weather conditions. The wind can be really strong in this area. Many local fishermen are laid to rest here.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Of course you would stay in the Arctic Hotel while in the arctic. Unfortunately, they are closed at this time of year. But there are many other accomodations to stay while visiting Lofoten.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. The nature can be hard to houses and the environment. And you will find street art made by local artists around Lofoten.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. No matter the weather or day of week, the local fishing boats are getting out for more fish in the high season.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Night time in Henningsvær. Local houses are built right on the edge and with instant access to the sea.
FotoKnoff: Svolvær, Lofoten. View to the sea. Not many houses or distracting lights in the view.
FotoKnoff: Svolvær, Lofoten. The Lofoten Cathedral mirrored in the clear water just after sunset.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Fresh cod prepared and is naturally dried over months on stands (called "hjell" in Norwegian) outdoors from February until April. This is an old method for preserving the fish long before fridges and freezers.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Entrance door and windows to storage room in the old factory.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Fresh cod prepared and is naturally dried over months on stands outdoors. The best ‪‎bacalao‬ come from this area and has long traditions.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. The old, abandoned factory is in use today by art students for different projects.
FotoKnoff: Nusfjord, Lofoten
FotoKnoff: Reine, Lofoten. A local fishing boat on the way to fresh cod fishing. There is a lot of cod in the sea around Lofoten islands at this time of year.
FotoKnoff: Reine, Lofoten. The sun is just above the horizon and creates the magic arctic light.
FotoKnoff: Reine, Lofoten. This is a famous place in Lofoten, and is attractive to tourists all year. In February you will be accompanied by photographers from all over the world.
FotoKnoff: Where the mountains meet the water
FotoKnoff: Ramberg, Lofoten. Not much traffic around at this time of year. The wind makes it really cold so appropriate outdoor wear is recommended and needed.
FotoKnoff: Ramberg, Lofoten. We found this local football field and the rock reminded us of a giant football.
FotoKnoff: Hamnøya, Lofoten. The local fishing boats are called "sjark" in Norwegian. The local fishermen departs early in the morning and arrives with their fish by noon.
FotoKnoff: Henningsvær, Lofoten. Local fishing boats and local fishermen's houses.