The Man Behind The Lens

My name is Frederik, and I come from a background in the hotel industry. Working in hospitality taught me how to read people, stay calm in busy situations, and be present without being intrusive. Those skills turned out to be pretty useful when I picked up a camera.

I've always enjoyed taking photos, especially during my travels. For years it was just my phone, capturing moments I didn't want to forget. It honestly never occurred to me to get a proper camera and learn photography seriously. That changed during the lockdowns in 2020.

Like most people, I found myself stuck at home with too much time on my hands. I discovered street photography through YouTube and something about it just clicked. The idea of going out into the city and capturing genuine, unscripted moments as they happen really appealed to me. So I bought a camera and started exploring Copenhagen with fresh eyes.

I spent months practicing, learning to see and anticipate moments before they happened. Then a friend asked me to photograph their wedding. That's when I realized wedding photography is essentially the same thing. You're there to document real emotions, spontaneous laughter, quiet tears, all the in-between moments that make the day meaningful.

Since then, I've been working as a freelance wedding photographer alongside my regular job. My approach is straightforward and unobtrusive. I'm not interested in forcing awkward poses or staging elaborate setups. I want to capture what's actually happening, the genuine connections and emotions between you and the people who matter most.

If you need some guidance or direction during the day, I'm happy to help. But mostly, I'm there to document your story as it unfolds.

If this approach sounds right for you, I'd love to hear about your plans. Get in touch and tell me about your day.

Email: haerupolesen@gmail.com
Phone: +45 29 93 57 55