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  • Beers & Cameras pop-up Photowalk in Helsinki!

    This is written in English and Finnish. Finnish text after English.

    Beers & Cameras logo

    We are hosting a Beers & Cameras Meet-up in Helsinki on August 19, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. The meeting will be held at Teerenpeli bar in Kamppi.

    Why a Beers & Cameras Meet-up?

    I had lunch with a photography enthusiast and a friend, Juha Auvinen, at the beginning of the summer. He came up with the idea of hosting a photography meet-up in Helsinki. I was all in since I used to host a monthly photography meeting in a pub back in the day. We met on the 8th of every month. Juha also mentioned Beers & Cameras. I contacted the founder and asked if it was possible to have a Beers & Cameras meet-up in Helsinki. So here are!

    We chose the 19th, as August 19th is considered the birthday of photography.

    Our goal, with Juha Auvinen, is to make this a regular monthly meet-up on the 19th of each month.

    What is Beers & Cameras?

    Beers & Cameras is a photography meet-up and creative community that brings together photographers, videographers, and image-makers of all experience levels to connect over their shared passion for photography and good conversation. It was founded in San Diego by Juan Martinez and Pocholo Fransisco in late 2015. The group has expanded to multiple cities and is known for hosting regular gatherings at local breweries, coffee shops, and unique urban locations. These events are informal and social, offering a welcoming environment for networking, exchanging ideas, testing gear, and exploring creative perspectives. It does not matter whether you shoot film or digital.

    The focus is on building a supportive community, fostering collaboration, and making new friends, with the beer or any other drink serving as an ice-breaker rather than the main event. Beers & Cameras is open to everyone interested in image-making, from hobbyists to professionals, and is designed to be a “third space” for adults to step away from their screens and meet fellow creatives in real life. You can find more information about Beers & Cameras on their website. There is also a good blog post on the Cooph website about Beers & Cameras.


    First meeting on the 19th of August!

    We will host the first meeting at Teerenpeli, a local pub in Kamppi, on August 19th. It is the birthday of photography. We will start at 6 pm. Juha and I will have a few words, and then we will take a photo walk around Kamppi. After about an hour of photo walking, we will meet again at Teerenpeli and discuss cameras and photography. We will set up a service that allows you to upload images for sharing.


    Who is it for?

    Our meet-up is for everyone, regardless of the camera you use or your level. If you enjoy photography, you are welcome. We will be a multilingual group. Our languages will be English and Finnish. Of course, photography is a language in itself, and you are welcome if you do not know the language. We will find our way to communicate.

    Please give us a heads-up!

    You can come to Teerenpeli without notice, but it would be nice to get a heads-up so Juha and I have an idea of how many we’re expecting. Please drop a short email to me at peter@peterforsgard.com or Juha Auvinen, and let us know that you are coming.

    I hope to see you in Teerenpeli on the 19th of August, 2025!!
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    Sama teksti Suomeksi

    Järjestämme Beers & Cameras -tapaamisen Helsingissä 19. elokuuta 2025 klo 18:00. Tapaaminen pidetään Teerenpeli baarissa Kampissa.

    Miksi Beers & Cameras -tapaaminen?

    Kävin kesän alussa valokuvausta harrastavan ystäväni Juha Auvisen kanssa lounasalla. Hän ehdotti, että järjestäisimme valokuvaustapaamisen ja kuvakävelyn Helsingissä. Innostuin heti, sillä järjestin aikoinaan kuukausittaisen valokuvausillan pubissa – kokoonnuimme joka kuukauden 8. päivä. Juha mainitsi myös Beers & Cameras -konseptin. Otin yhteyttä Beers & Cameras perustajaan ja kysyin, voisimmeko järjestää Beers & Cameras -tapaamisen Helsingissä. Ja tässä se nyt on!

    Valitsimme päivämääräksi 19. elokuuta, sillä sitä pidetään valokuvauksen syntymäpäivänä.

    Tavoitteemme Juhan kanssa on tehdä tästä kuukausittainen tapaaminen joka kuukauden 19. päivä.

    Mikä on Beers & Cameras?

    Beers & Cameras on valokuvaajien tapaaminen ja luova yhteisö, joka yhdistää eri tasoisia kuvaajia, videokuvaajia ja kuvantekijöitä saman intohimon – valokuvauksen ja hyvän keskustelun – äärelle. Se perustettiin San Diegossa vuonna 2015 Juan Martinezin ja Pocholo Fransiscon toimesta. Ryhmä on laajentunut useisiin kaupunkeihin ja tunnetaan säännöllisistä kokoontumisista paikallisissa panimoissa, kahviloissa ja kaupunkikohteissa. Tapahtumat ovat rentoja ja sosiaalisia, ja niissä pääsee verkostoitumaan, vaihtamaan ideoita, testaamaan kalustoa ja tutkimaan luovia näkökulmia. Sillä ei ole väliä, kuvaatko filmille vai digitaalisesti.

    Tavoitteena on rakentaa kannustava yhteisö, edistää yhteistyötä ja löytää uusia ystäviä. Olut tai jokin muu juoma on mukana vain jäänmurtajana, ei pääosassa. Beers & Cameras on avoin kaikille kuvantekijöille harrastajista ammattilaisiin ja toimii niin sanottuna kolmantena tilana, jossa aikuiset voivat irrottautua ruuduiltaan ja tavata toisia luovia ihmisiä kasvotusten. Lisätietoja Beers & Cameras -yhteisöstä löydät heidän verkkosivuiltaan, ja myös Coophin sivuilla on hyvä blogikirjoitus aiheesta.

    Ensimmäinen tapaaminen 19. elokuuta!

    Järjestämme ensimmäisen tapaamisen Kampin Teerenpelissä 19. elokuuta. Se on valokuvauksen syntymäpäivä. Aloitamme klo 18. Juha ja minä sanomme muutaman sanan, jonka jälkeen lähdemme kuvauskävelylle Kampin alueella. Noin tunnin kuvauskävelyn jälkeen kokoonnumme jälleen Teerenpelissä keskustelemaan kameroista ja valokuvauksesta. Järjestämme myös verkosivun, johon kuvia voi halutessaan ladata ja jakaa.

    Kenelle Beers & Cameras on tarkoitettu?

    Tapaaminen on avoin kaikille, kameraan ja taitotasoon katsomatta. Jos nautit valokuvauksesta, olet tervetullut. Olemme monikielinen ryhmä, kielet ovat suomi ja englanti. Valokuvaus on toki oma kielensä, joten olet tervetullut mukaan, vaikka kumpikaan kieli ei olisi sinulle tuttu. Löydämme kyllä keinon kommunikoida.

    Ilmoitathan tulostasi!

    Voit tulla Teerenpeliin ilman ilmoitusta, mutta olisi mukava saada etukäteen viestiä, jotta Juha ja minä osaamme varautua osallistujamäärään. Lähetä lyhyt sähköposti minulle osoitteeseen peter@peterforsgard.com tai Juha Auviselle ja kerro, että olet tulossa.

    Toivottavasti nähdään Teerenpelissä 19. elokuuta 2025!!

  • The Future of My Channel – Fall 2025

    I just published a video discussing the future of my YouTube channel. I have planned a lot of engaging content about street photography. I hope you agree with me, and I think you’ll find it interesting too.

    Here are the links that I promised to share with you.

    Urban Street Narrative Workshop

    The most important link is the link to our workshop in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, next spring. We hope to see you in Kuala Lumpur!

    Global Photo Project 2025

    Last year’s Project was a success, and it is back! Take a look at the Global Photo Project website and learn more about it. If you are interested, take a look at the Book I published about the work last year.

    My Book: From Snapshots to Stories

    I had a break from YouTube and used that time to finish my textbook about Street Photography. It is a pretty comprehensive book on different aspects of street photography. You can read more about it on Gumroad.

    Co-operation with DxO

    I have been working with DxO lately, and as part of our collaboration, I’m offering a discount code to my viewers. Use my affiliate link and the discount code PeterForsgard to get 15% off from DxO software.

    It works only for new customers. If you are already a customer, there is a hack. Sign up for DxO with a different email. DxO will consider you a new customer, and you will be able to use the discount code.

    Image Sharing

    I have started to use Instagram again. During July 2025, I posted one image per day. If you are on Instagram, please follow me, and I will follow you back if your account is public. I would love to see your work.

    I uploaded images from videos to Picdrop. It is an image-sharing service that I have been working with. They sponsored a few of my videos in the spring. From my gallery, you can take a closer look at my photos from my videos. If you want to test Picdrop, use my link to get a two-month free trial with all the features.

    My images from my videos can be found in this gallery.

  • Global Photo Project 2025 is here!

    Global Photo Project 2025 is here!

    Photography is a unique way to connect people from different places and cultures. It helps us capture moments and tell stories.

    Last year’s Global Photo Project was a success.  You can see all the submitted images from last year in these Galleries.

    Once again, we invite you to join the Global Photo Project.

    On August 19th, 2025, let’s celebrate the birthday of photography together.

    What is the Global Photo Project?

    The Global Photo Project is a worldwide event for photographers of all ages and skill levels. On August 19, 2025, we ask that you photograph your surroundings. Our goal is to create a collection of photos showing the world’s beauty and diversity. Whether you are an experienced photographer or a beginner, your images are important to us.

    How to Participate?

    It is easy to join the Global Photo Project. Here’s how:

    1. Register: Go to our registration page and sign up. This way, you will get all the updates and instructions.

    👉If you registered last year, no need to do that again.👈

    If you do not want to participate, unsubscribe from this newsletter, and you won’t get any more newsletters from this Project.  

    2. Make Your Photo: On August 19th, 2025, make a photo showing your unique worldview. You can choose any subject you like.

    3. Submit Your Photo: I will send the upload link after the 19th of August, 2025. After you have received the link, upload your photograph to our website. Ensure the image is dated correctly. There must be metadata with the image. I can confirm that the image was created on August 19th. If there are people in your photo, get their permission.

    What Can You Photograph?

    We want to see a wide range of subjects. Here are some ideas:

    – Portraits: Take photos of people around you, showing their expressions and emotions.

    – Landscapes: Capture the beauty of nature, like mountains, rivers, parks, and beaches.

    – Street Scenes: Show everyday life in your city or town.

    – Wildlife: Photograph animals in their natural habitats.

    – Macro: Take close-up photos of small details like insects, flowers, and textures.

    Why Participate?

    When you join the Global Photo Project, you become part of a worldwide community. Here’s why you should join:

    – Global Celebration: Celebrate photography with people from all over the world.

    – Get Published: Your photo might be featured in a book, and all images will be uploaded to an online gallery. Here are the photographs from last year. 

    – Connect with Others: Share your photos and stories with other photographers.

    Future Plans

    The Global Photo Project will continue in the future. Every year on August 19th, we invite you to take photos and celebrate photography together. Each year will bring new perspectives and opportunities to connect.

    Join Us and Make a Difference

    We are excited to see your photos and share them with the world. Your photo will be part of a global collection showcasing the beauty and diversity of life on August 19, 2025.

    Register now (if you didn’t last year) on our website and get ready for this exciting event. If you post about this project on social media, use the hashtags #GlobalPhotoProject2025 and #GlobalPhotoProject to share your journey and connect with others.

    More information from this video. It was made for last year’s Project, but the information is still valid.

    Let’s make August 19th, 2025, a day to remember.

    Happy Photographing!