Jonas is a photographer based in Sweden working on freelance basis for several well-known clients including the Swedish Royal Family. He photographed the Crown Princess wedding in 2010 and has also portraited many other prominent objects. Jonas has received several international awards including Tokyo International Photo Awards in 2019 and 2018.
Q&A
- How did you start with photo/video?
Since my father is Japanese and lives in Tokyo, I started photographing in Japan to show my friends back home in Sweden. During university studies in the States I joined the University Paper as a photographer and loved it. - How would you describe your style?
Documentary-ish. - What inspires you?
Unique angles. - What is your dream shoot or project?
To have AAA-pass to the American election and unlimited access to whom ever I wish to photograph. - What is your best advice to others that want to develop as photographers?
Research and try many different types of photography and film making.
What is in your bag?
- What is the most important in your bag?
The most important things, besides the obvious Lumix S1 cameras with prime lenses, are GorillaPods and comfortable shoes. - What bag do you use?
I use Lowepro bags, the model is depending on how much gear that is required.
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