The opening weekend invites guests to experience Nusfjord as both a historic village and a contemporary cultural landscape.
Program highlights include:
– Artist talk with Rinko Kawauchi.
– A village-wide art walk where installations meet rorbuer, cliffs, and harbor walls.
– A collaborative culinary evening merging Fotografiska’s conscious cuisine with Arctic ingredients.
– A traditional fjord dip & sauna, echoing local practices- Shared meals overlooking the sea that sustained generations.
Why Nusfjord? Why Now?
“We believe photography should travel as far as curiosity can take it. Nusfjord deepens that belief – it brings art into a landscape shaped by human resilience and natural power. It transforms how we see”
– Bárbara Garcia, CEO of Fotografiska
“For us, this exhibition is a tribute. A tribute to the fishermen who built this place, to the community that keeps it alive, and to the artists who help us understand its soul in new ways.”
– Caroline Krefting, owner of Nusfjord Village & Resort
Nusfjord × Fotografiska
Opening Weekend 17–19 April 2026
A gathering where global artistic vision meets local soul. Over three days, Fotografiska’s international expertise intertwines with the deep-rooted craft, community traditions, and timeless beauty of Lofoten.
A Culinary Dialogue Between Past and Future
Fotografiska chefs Christophe Buchet and Gustaf Sandfridsson join Nusfjord’s culinary team to craft a menu that honors both:
The resourcefulness of the fisherman’s kitchen
The innovation of contemporary sustainable cuisine
Day 1
Community Welcome Arrival in Nusfjord Village & Resort
Guests are welcomed into their historic rorbu cabins or House of Dahl, settling into a village where fishermen, artisans, and storytellers have shaped the culture for generations.
18:00 – Nature-Grounded Welcome Dinner
An outdoor community-style dinner prepared by the Fotografiska and Nusfjord culinary teams — rooted in the land and sea, featuring ingredients gathered, fished, or foraged from nearby shores. A shared table that reflects both tradition and innovation.
20:00 – Evening Gathering at Oriana
A warm, informal space for guests, artists, and partners to connect, exchange stories, and build the sense of community that defines the weekend.
Day 2
Shared Craft, Shared Culture
Morning at Karoline Restaurant
Enjoy a delicious Nordic-inspired breakfast at Karoline Restaurant
10:00 – Activities: fishing, RIB or kayaking
Choose between a range of exciting water-based experiences.
13:00 – Lunch at Aurora Matbar
A meal celebrating the region’s seafood traditions, prepared with a contemporary touch.
15:00 – Artist talk with Rinko
Rinko Kawauchi’s work finds a natural resonance in Nusfjord. Her photographs, known for their quiet, poetic attention to everyday moments, reflect a sensitivity to light, nature, and the passage of time – elements that are deeply present in this historic fishing village. In a place shaped by seasonal rhythms, shifting weather, and close relationships between people and landscape, her perspective invites us to notice the subtle beauty that surrounds us.
Rooted in a worldview where all things carry a spirit, Kawauchi’s art mirrors the atmosphere of Nusfjord itself: contemplative, intimate, and grounded in the experience of being present. During this artist talk, she will share insights into her practice and the ways in which place, perception, and memory influence her work.
16:00 – Fotografiska’s walk-through
Fotografiska’s team leads a curated walk-through installations integrated into the village itself — a dialogue between contemporary visual culture and Nusfjord’s living history. Guests see how global art narratives can co-exist with local stories.
20:00 – Collaborative Culinary Evening — Fotografiska × Nusfjord
A creative dining experience shaped jointly by Fotografiska’s culinary philosophy and Nusfjord’s local food traditions. Every course celebrates community: local producers, global techniques, and the shared values of sustainability and artistry.
22:00 – Optional Night Gathering
Music, conversations, and local hospitality in the lounge – a relaxed close to a day rooted in collaboration at The Loft.
Day 3
Quiet Farewell Fjord Dip & Sauna
A refreshing morning tradition inviting guests to experience Lofoten the way locals have for generations.
Final Breakfast at Karoline Restaurant
A peaceful, breakfast overlooking the harbor as guests reflect on the people, stories, and artistry that have shaped the weekend.
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Travel to Nusfjord
We want to ensure your journey to Nusfjord is seamless and comfortable. We are happy to assist in finding the best flight options to the nearest airport and arranging private transport directly to the resort.
Please share your preferred travel schedule with us, and we will coordinate the details to fit your needs.
We look forward to welcoming you to Nusfjord for an unforgettable experience!
Book opening weekend with Fotografiska
Fill out the form below to submit your booking request for this extraordinary experience.
A dedicated Nusfjord reservation manager will be in touch shortly to start your booking process and assist with any questions.
Your booking will be confirmed once the reservation manager has completed the arrangements and payment has been received.
