Nature and sculptures. Playing with textures, framing the elements of nature in a photograph. Feeling at peace and at home near water. Had all these thoughts going through my Stockholm pictures from the Artipelag.
As I often associate the experience in a city I traveled to with the photographs I make in a trip and photos of me in a place, I remember it all.
“Only someone who is well prepared has the opportunity to improvise.”
Ingmar Bergman, Swedish director
I came well prepared and in my travel notes / list I had a boat trip in the Stockholm Archipelago, the second-largest archipelago in the Baltic Sea, after the Finland one. I read that the Stockholm Archipelago is made up of tens of thousands of idyllic islands, and I was still surprised by the mixture of nature and beautiful scenery during the 1 hour and 30 minutes cruise until reaching the Artipelag.
Sculpture in Nature
The Artipelag is a contemporary art gallery and cultural center, situated on Värmdö island, and the name is a fusion between Art, Activities and Archipelago.
Time to explore for a couple of hours the permanent outdoor exhibition – Sculpture in nature – in the walking paths in the woods and along the coast, and enjoy the fresh air. And stop for a fika bread at Bådan Café & Pâtisserie outdoor terrace, among the pine trees, before taking the boat M/S Gustafsberg VII back to Stockholm harbor.
Since my scholarship in Denmark I have been an admirer of Scandinavian designs and lifestyle, but now I also admire how they design their life, around nature.
Travel Journal 
Fascinating read! Stockholm, the vibrant capital of Sweden, beautifully blends history and modernity. From the captivating architecture to its rich cultural scene, it’s no wonder this city leaves visitors enchanted. A must-visit destination for anyone seeking a captivating Nordic experience! 🇸🇪✨
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