where the nature becomes art
Abstract Aerials by Julia Mustonen-Dahlkvist
Expertise Behind the Lens
Seeing nature differently
I photograph landscapes from above — not simply as places, but as abstract compositions of shape, colour, texture and movement.
My work has been shortlisted twice in the Sony World Photography Awards, exhibited internationally, and I am currently a finalist in the Swedish Mastership with my aerial photography.
My practice also extends into sound, combining aerial imagery with classical piano improvisation in immersive Soundscapes projects. I have published two books, Soundscapes: Rivers and Soundscapes: Volcano Craters, and create audiovisual projects for exhibitions and festivals.
Today, I work across abstract aerial photography, location scouting, photography tours, lectures and artistic projects.
I invite you to look at the landscape differently.
Featured Prints
Volcano Craters Abstract image from Iceland. I will send it to you in a paper roll.
Professional Photography Services
LOCATION SCOUTING
Finding the places others don't see
The right location can define an entire visual project. I scout landscapes specifically for their photographic, cinematic and artistic potential, looking beyond the obvious viewpoints to find patterns, textures, geological formations, colours, light and perspectives that translate into powerful imagery.
My scouting combines aerial photography expertise with extensive experience travelling through remote landscapes by 4x4, camper and on foot. This allows me to reach locations that are difficult to access and, importantly, to understand what a location looks like both from above and from the ground.
I can scout for photographers, filmmakers, production companies, tourism boards, hotels, brands, advertising campaigns, editorial projects and creative productions.
TOURS and LECTURES
Experience the landscape from a different perspective
I create and lead photography tours, remote expeditions, workshops and lectures focused on aerial photography, abstract landscapes and the creative process behind my work.
My tours are designed around extraordinary landscapes and photographic opportunities, combining drone photography with ground photography. With extensive experience travelling by camper, 4x4 and through difficult terrain, I can take participants beyond the obvious viewpoints and into places where the landscape becomes the subject itself.
Lectures and workshops can be adapted for photography festivals, companies, camera clubs, schools and creative organizations, from inspiring talks about abstract aerial photography to practical sessions in the field.
PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECTS
Creating distinctive imagery from above and beyond
I create bespoke photography projects for companies, hotels, destinations, brands, publications, tourism organizations and cultural institutions, combining abstract aerial photography with ground photography when the project calls for it.
My approach is highly visual and concept-driven. Rather than simply documenting a location, I look for the patterns, textures, colours, structures and unexpected perspectives that can create a strong visual identity.
Projects can be created for commercial campaigns, hotel interiors, destination marketing, editorial work, exhibitions, books, websites, advertising and long-term visual collections.
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