Emil Sollie is a photographer who loves adventure. Whether he is surfing the waves or snowboarding the slopes, he always has his camera ready to capture the action. His photos are not only stunning, but also innovative. He uses different techniques and methods to create images that stand out from the crowd.

His photography journey started from his passion for extreme sports. He wanted to share the thrill and beauty of surfing and snowboarding with others, and to show them places and moments that few get to experience. He had a vision of how he wanted to portray these sports and landscapes, and he worked hard to make it happen.

One of his most remarkable projects was photographing a surfer under the northern lights in Lofoten, Norway. He collaborated with Red Bull and Mick Fanning, the Australian world surfing champion, to realise his idea. He used a special technique that allowed him to freeze the movement of the surfer and capture the northern lights in one shot. The result was a breathtaking photo that went viral on social media and made headlines around the world.

But Emil’s life is not all about adventure. He also has office days where he edits his photos, plans his projects, and drinks double espressos. He travels a lot, working on different projects for various clients and seasons. He says a typical day is anything but typical.

Emil has a background in furniture design, which influences his approach to photography. He likes to experiment and test different ideas and techniques, without having a fixed plan in mind. He says he has to create a lot of ugly things before he ends up with a great design. He also prefers natural and simple styles over flashy and artificial ones.

Besides photography, Emil also teaches art and practices art therapy. He says these activities help him to connect with people and express himself in different ways. He also believes in the healing power of art, which he says has made him freer as a photographer.

Emil is also conscious of sustainability. He tries to reuse materials and equipment whenever possible, and to source them locally and responsibly. He says he wants to create photos that will last and be enjoyed for many years, not just for a season.

Emil has been a Nikon ambassador for many years, and he still shoots with the Nikon Z7ii today. His favourite lens is the Sigma Art 50mm F/1.4, preferably with the pola-filter, and he edits his photos in Adobe Bridge.

One of his favourite projects was an art project he did with Samsung to showcase The Frame TV, a television that can display art when not in use. He was the first photographer from Norway whose photos were uploaded to Samsung’s Art Store on The Frame, along with Edvard Munch’s paintings. His photos can now be displayed on anyone’s wall who has the television.

His advice to aspiring photographers is simple: take as many pictures as possible, never say no to a job, and have fun.