Because beautiful photos aren’t enough to build a business

THE ICELAND ACCELERATOR FOR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS


Master advanced marketing strategies designed for wedding photographers ready to attract high-end clients and grow their revenue in 2026.

 

South Iceland, 17-18 January 2026.

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NO MORE RANDOM BOOKINGS

Tired of being one of many wedding photographers? Let’s make you the one they remember.

You’ve taken beautiful images. You’ve poured your heart into your work. Yet something still feels… off. You’re doing what you “should”, updating Instagram, tweaking your website, refining your packages, but deep down, you know it’s not landing the way you want.

Maybe you’re tired of chasing clients who don’t value your time.

Maybe you feel invisible, lost in a sea of talented photographers.

Or maybe you’re just done with second-guessing everything, your brand, your prices, your voice.

This workshop is here to change that.

YOU ARE DONE PLAYING SMALL:
"WHAT’S MISSING, AND WHY CAN’T I SEE IT?"

You’re getting booked, but it still feels random.

You’re posting consistently, getting bookings, maybe even kind words, but the brand itself? It doesn’t stick. The clients feel random, your content blends in, and you’re left wondering why all that effort isn’t leading to the momentum you know you’re capable of.

In this workshop, we’ll zoom in on your brand with experienced eyes, sharpen your message through powerful, authentic communication, and rebuild your brand presence so it speaks clearly, confidently and irresistibly to the right couples.

"WHO AM I TO CHARGE THAT MUCH?"

You’re holding back, even when you know you shouldn’t. 

You’re doing the work, refining your offers, sharing your portfolio, even raising your prices a little. But when it’s time to really sell, you pull back. You soften the language, hide behind safe content, or hesitate to show your face at all.

You know you’re meant to lead with more confidence, but something keeps you small.

In this workshop, we’ll name those fears, break through the mental blocks, and build your confidence from the inside out. Through powerful communication and strategic brand shifts, we’ll help you sell with presence, and finally feel proud of how boldly you show up.

YOU WANT TO BE THAT PHOTOGRAPHER

You want to be the photographer couples reschedule their wedding for.

You’re done being just “one of many”. You know you’re talented, but something’s missing, a clear identity that makes you unforgettable. Right now, your brand feels vague, your presence feels replaceable, and it’s costing you the kind of recognition (and clients) you know you’re capable of attracting.

In this workshop, we’ll craft the identity that makes you the one couples remember. You’ll walk away with brand clarity, messaging that actually connects, and the confidence to step into your next level, fully booked, fully seen, and fully you.

You’ve waited long enough to stand out.

You’ve done the courses, adjusted your prices, updated your bio, even booked some dream shoots. But deep down, you know you’re still playing it safe. The truth? Nothing changes unless you decide to change it.

Stepping away from the everyday and into a place like Iceland shifts something. Surrounded by raw beauty, clarity comes quicker. The noise fades. And suddenly, you see your brand, and yourself, with new eyes.

This is your moment to stop blending in and finally become the brand couples remember, talk about, and book without hesitation.

If not now, when?

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From photographer to desired wedding brand

Learn how to elevate your presence, clarify your message and craft a brand that effortlessly attracts premium clients who value your art.

DAY 1 - LATE MORNING

Build a Brand That Attracts High-End Clients

Create a luxurious, intentional brand experience that speaks directly to your dream couples,  and positions you as the photographer they have to have.

 • From “friendly photographer” to elevated, in-demand brand. 

 • The psychology behind premium positioning: trust, tone and energy. 

 • Visual and emotional branding: consistency, style, boundaries. 

 

DAY 1 - AFTERNOON

Design Offers That Clients Say Yes To

Learn how to package and price your services in a way that feels clear, valuable and easy to book.

 • What makes a package feel irresistible. 

 • Simple ways to increase value, before and after the wedding. 

 • Mini workshop: Reshape one of your offers to make it more powerful and sellable. 

DAY 1 - AFTERNOON

Awareness & Communication That Converts

 • The 4 stages of awareness and how they affect buying decisions. 

 • What kind of wedding content works best at each stage. 

 • How to write powerful, honest website & social captions that build trust. 

PHOTOSHOOT DAY 1

A frozen waterfall elopement with two women in love

Capture the magic of the Icelandic landscape with two women in love, an Icelandic horse and a waterfall.

You’ll have time to explore your own compositions and posing ideas, as well as get behind-the-scenes photos and videos of yourself in action.

 

DAY 2 - MORNING

Step Into Your Brand Power

Break the blocks, trust your voice, and show up as the brand you’re meant to be

 • What’s holding you back from showing up fully?

 • Reclaim your story, energy, tone and values. 

 • Reconnect with your unique style and how it feels. 

DAY 2 - LATE MORNING

Individual Brand Reviews

Approx. 15 min per person

This is where we go deep. Each participant will receive tailored feedback based on their website, Instagram or social,  with a focus on elevating what’s already working and gently adjusting what’s not.

 • Clear, actionable feedback on your visuals, tone and message

 • A summary of what stands out, and how you can take it further. 

 • A personal take on how small changes can have a big impact, on both your confidence and your conversions. 

PHOTOSHOOT DAY 2

A winter elopement at a mountain chapel

Capture the kind of elopement images that make couples dream of taking you with them to the most magical places on earth.

We’ll photograph a couple by a stunning chapel surrounded by frosty mountains, with thoughtful styling and a natural concept, perfect for building a portfolio that reflects the kind of work you actually want to attract.

I NEED THIS!!!
Your Course Leader

Emelie Bernborg

EXPERT IN CONTENT THAT CONNECTS, COURAGE & BRAND. 

In 2008, I started my first business as a photographer. Since then, I’ve photographed over 300 weddings, including well-known athletes and influencers, and worked alongside some of the top wedding planners in Sweden and abroad.

Before fully transitioning into education, I charged $5,500 for a full-day wedding.

Early on, I noticed how outdated most photography education felt, and decided to create something better. That decision led me to teach over 10,000 photographers through hundreds of workshops and online courses. Today, I work full-time as an educator, and I genuinely love helping other creatives build businesses they’re proud of.

I’ve collaborated with brands like Adobe, Canon, Cyberphoto, Scandinavian Photo, Sigma and Tamron, and I’m known for making strategy feel simple, creative and empowering.

Outside of work, I’m a 1987-born Swede who loves cats, milkshakes, cozy slippers, and a good face mask while the kids take a bath. I’m also a proud mama to Freya (born 2020), Tyr (2021), and Éldar (2023). I laugh easily, love to teach with humor, and believe that learning should feel as fun as it is transformative.

My mission? To help you stop playing small, refine your brand into something unforgettable, and start attracting the kind of clients who see your value, and choose you without hesitation.

My Amazing Co-Host

Madeleine Viberg

 

Photographer, teacher, educator, wedding coordinator, and mother of three are just some of her titles. Add in planning freak and an incredible eye for detail, and you have Madeleine. 

Madeleine is in charge of our styled shoots, and she’ll make sure you get the most luxurious, thoughtfully curated styling, designed to help you attract the wedding couples of your dreams.

STILL STUCK, OR FINALLY READY TO RISE?

THIS ISN’T YOUR AVERAGE WORKSHOP, AND YOU WON’T BE THE SAME AFTER IT

This isn’t about trends or tweaking your bio again, it’s about real brand clarity, the kind that makes couples talk about you and shift their wedding date to book you.

You’re booking, you’re showing up, but it still feels random. The content doesn’t land, and you’re not sure the right people even see you.

This is for wedding photographers who are done blending in. Through bold strategy, honest feedback, and styled shoots in Iceland’s wild beauty, you’ll finally create a brand that sticks, and feels like you.

You think you’ll do it when you’re ready, but truth is, you won’t feel ready until you leap.

This is that leap.

I'M READY TO STOP PLAYING SMALL

FAQ

ONE DAY, OR DAY ONE?

Only 12 spots. Handpicked with care.

 

This isn’t one of those “buy now before it’s gone” things. This is different. Because this workshop is different.

We’re opening just 12 spots, and every single one will be handpicked.

Applying doesn’t mean you’re in. It means we’ll take a close look at your brand, your ambition and your readiness to grow. If you’re selected, you’ll know without a doubt that your brand has what it takes to step into its next chapter, and that we see that potential in you.

We’re choosing with intention, not pressure. This is not about being “good enough”, it’s about finding the right fit. And no, applying is not binding, it’s simply your first step toward something big.

Because when you’re ready to stop playing small, you deserve a space that reflects that.

I'M READY!

Imagine a day when: 

 • Couples rearrange their wedding date just to have you behind the camera

 • Planners slide into your inbox asking to collaborate, because they love your vibe and trust your work. 

 • You post content that instantly gets saved, shared and leads to actual inquiries. 

 • You feel clear in your voice, your visuals and your value, no more “maybe I should post this…”. 

  • You no longer chase clients,  they come to you, ready and excited to pay for your biggest package. 

This can become your reality when you dare to break through that internal ceiling and truly take your business to the next level. Iceland Accelerator is the first step to making it happen.

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INCLUDED IN THE WORKSHOP:
ICELAND 2026
ICELAND ACCELERATOR

 

TIME & DATE:
17-18 January 2026, 09 AM - 4 PM both days. 

LOCATION:
Southern Iceland, based in Hella.

NUMBER OF SPOTS:
Only 12 available 

This is Included:

âś” REVIEW OF YOUR BRAND
A full review of your brand, website and social media before the workshop (value $1000), based on your questionnaire answers and a detailed look at your website.

âś” TWO-DAY WORKSHOP
Two-day lecture in a cozy venue in Hella (approx. 5 hours/day)

âś” COFFEE & SNACKS
Coffee, fruit and snacks provided on both days. 

âś” BRANDING & MARKETING
Deep dive into branding, packaging, pricing, marketing and social media – to strengthen your market position and help you reach the next level, with advanced strategies tailored for wedding photographers. 

✔ STYLED ELOPEMENT 
Styled shoot by a waterfall and church, featuring a luxurious elopement couple and an Icelandic horse. 

âś” STYLED HIGH-END SHOOT
Styled shoot in the mountains and lava fields with a chapel, with a modern luxury couple and magical styling. 

✔ 1-1 CALL WITH EMELIE
A 30-minute 1-1 call with Emelie within 3 months after the workshop (value $400). 

MODELS:

✔ A same-sex female couple, full of connection and warmth. 

✔ A modern couple with soft, editorial-inspired styling. 

ICELANDIC HORSES:

âś” Two different Icelandic horses


Ord. price: $3,000

VIP price: $1,745 

19 000 sek / €1630

(15 200 SEK ex 25% VAT) 

You also have the option to pay in installments over 6 months:

$291/month, €272/month or 3170 SEK/month. 

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What do you need to cover yourself?

Iceland is affordable in the low season, with cheaper flights, accommodation, and car rental. Here’s an estimate:

Accommodation

Studio (4 people, Stracta Hella): 2,580 SEK / $240 / €221
Private room (Stracta Hotel Mosfell): 4,480 SEK / $415 / €383

Flight

Example roundtrip from Stockholm–Keflavik: 3,000 SEK / $285 / €255

Car rental (shared between 4)
Per person: 500 SEK / $48 / €43

Food

Approx. 500–1,000 SEK / $47–94 / €43–86 per day.

Total cost (3 days)

Studio: 7,580–9,580 SEK / $710–900 / €660–840
Private room: 9,480–11,480 SEK / $890–1,080 / €800–980. 

I'M READY TO STOP PLAYING SMALL
ONE DAY, OR DAY ONE?

KIND WORDS FROM OUR INTERNATIONAL WORKSHOPS

"The workshop trip gave a deeper meaning to life!" – Sandra Jensen

"Emelie, you have such a wonderful gift—you make me feel like a better photographer every time I meet you!" – Johanna Hanning

"All my expectations—and more—have been fulfilled. My head is buzzing with ideas. YES, this trip was the best thing I could do for myself and my business to move forward." – Elisabeth Danielson

Send your application here!

The more detailed you are, the easier it is for us to understand your situation and make a decision. 

 

Submitted form does not guarantee a confirmed spot. Once we’ve reviewed your answers, we’ll make a decision, and you’ll then have the opportunity to confirm your spot. You can expect a response within 3 business days after submitting the form. You’ll receive either a decision or follow-up questions via your Instagram or email.

If you are Swedish-speaking, feel free to fill out the form in Swedish!

A ONE-TIME OPPORTUNITY TO TRANSFORM YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY BUSINESS

STEP INTO THE BUSINESS YOU WERE MEANT TO LEAD

I will never offer this kind of business transformation for wedding photographers at this price again. It might feel like a big investment, but compare it to my experience with over 300 booked weddings and 60,000 SEK (around $5,600) weddings, and consider what my experienced eyes on your business could do for your future bookings.

I'M READY!