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Category: Europe

This section spotlights travel experiences, articles, and photography covering places and regions I’ve explored in all parts of Europe – North, South, East, and West.

Autumn in Stockholm

Postcard: Autumn in Stockholm #NaPhoPoMo

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on November 4, 20152 Comments

This has been the warmest autumn in Stockholm ever recorded so far. The leaves will be gone by the end of the month yet it feels weird to not be bundled up a lot more…

Biking along the Göta Canal in Sweden

Postcard: Biking the Göta Canal #NaPhoPoMo

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on November 4, 2015November 4, 2015Comments are Disabled

The Göta Canal was dug and built in the early 19th century to connect both coasts of Sweden (via Gothenburg and Stockholm) for transportation purposes…

Postcard: A view of Smögen #NaPhoPoMo

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on November 2, 20156 Comments

The gorgeous (and tiny) seaside fishing village of Smögen in West Sweden is a popular summer spot among locals, especially for those who are interested in going out to sea and exploring some of the region’s seafood culture.

25 Northern Lights photos from Swedish Lapland

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on October 12, 2015July 24, 20194 Comments

As I was recently sorting through photos, I realized I hadn’t shared a full photo essay of Northern Lights in Swedish Lapland here on my blog. The occasional photo here and there but not a full gallery, so here are 25 of my favourites…

In Pictures: Local food producers in Emilia Romagna

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on September 24, 2015April 4, 20164 Comments

While I was exploring this Italian region known for its traditional gastronomy, I got to meet local food producers in Emilia Romagna…

Fishing in West Sweden

Just back: The fisherman’s life #CulinarySweden

by Lola AkinmadeEuropePosted on September 15, 2015October 2, 2015Comments are Disabled

My introduction to fishing in West Sweden. It’s been awhile since I’ve felt the cool chill of ocean spray splash across my face, drenching me with saltwater…

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Thank you so much @chicagopubliclibrary,@barackobama and @michelleobama for having my work in the collection. This is such an incredible honor beyond words. 

Knowing my literary journey and seeing this incredible validation of my work being worthy of being in that library is a testament to God’s glory and vision.

I Am...Becoming...The Audacity of Hope.

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  • I am so grateful for every single one of my dear readers who have built an incredible grassroots community around my books. Raw, real, and original. From the deepest depths of my heart... Thank you @brandipageturner 💖 - Review on @fable 

#books #gratitude #bitterhoneybook
  • Glad Midsommar / Happy Midsummer from my fam to yours 🌸

A time was had with lovely friends 🩷

#Summer #Midsummer
  • My love for @allies.cosmetics goes way back…  5+ years.

Back to when I sent their lipglosses and eyeshadow palettes as part of our book influencer kits for both my novels @ineverymirror and @notenough.book ❤️ 

So this is not a sponsored post. I simply love the brand @iamayshajones has built and I also work with their makeup artists on my @theafroswede shoots 🩵💛

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  • To actively and intentionally choose rest is to respect yourself. 

To respect your body and your mind. To fully live in the gift of the present.

A scenic road-trip from Helsinki took @shekasgram and I deep into the lush countryside to witness the amazing estate that is our dear friend @katjapresnal’s beautiful canvas @presnaldairy - a former 125+ year old dairy farm 🤍🩵💙

Beyond relaxation that comes with proximity to nature, staying at the property overwhelmed me with joy. Over salmon smoked on a grill for dinner and piping hot homemade buttermilk biscuits for breakfast made by @mattpresnal, staying at @presnaldairy was the mental and emotional reset I needed.

To rest is to love yourself. To rest is to reconnect and deepen friendships.

To rest is sacred. 

Thank you @shekasgram and @katjapresnal for reminding me of this ❤️

Follow @presnaldairy and witness its renovation as it transforms into one of Finland’s treasures.

#rest #rejuvenation #presnaldairy #finland #friendship
  • Happy National Day, Sweden 🇸🇪🎉
Celebrating with the perfect treats from @petitplaisir_cafe by @petitplaisir.se 💕

#desserts #nationalday #sweden #gladnationaldag #pastries
  • I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words…

The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared  this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️

I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. 

For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️

Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ 

#afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
  • Postcard: Vienna, Austria 🇦🇹 

Currently on a wonderful working session with @disabroad where I teach photography and travel writing - two of my loves - to university exchange students 🩵🤍

#studyabroad #disabroad #storytelling @disstockholm #studytour
  • This is why I am grateful to be part of the @hasselblad family as one of their #HasselbladHeroines 🖤

My project @theafroswede is being prominently displayed at @photoville in @brooklynbridgepark. 

This video of GINA - GAMBIAN SWEDE 🇬🇲 🇸🇪 shows you exactly why.

True to life. Incredible detail. Exceptional quality. 🩵💛

Thank you @hasselblad for this wonderful relationship 🙏🏽

Camera - Mirrorless X2D
Model - @ginapeacock.x 

#photography #portrait #sweden #hasselblad
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I am beyond thrilled to find out that BITTER HONEY @bitterhoneybook (set in Sweden / Gambia / USA) has been included in the Obama Presidential Center Library @obamalibrary @obamafoundation 😭

Thank you so much @chicagopubliclibrary,@barackobama and @michelleobama for having my work in the collection. This is such an incredible honor beyond words. 

Knowing my literary journey and seeing this incredible validation of my work being worthy of being in that library is a testament to God’s glory and vision.

I Am...Becoming...The Audacity of Hope.

See what I did there? 🤭

Seriously, I have no words beyond deep gratitude. ❤️

#obamapresidentialcenter #wonthedoit #bookstagram #bitterhoneybook #lolaakinmade
I am beyond thrilled to find out that BITTER HONEY @bitterhoneybook (set in Sweden / Gambia / USA) has been included in the Obama Presidential Center Library @obamalibrary @obamafoundation 😭

Thank you so much @chicagopubliclibrary,@barackobama and @michelleobama for having my work in the collection. This is such an incredible honor beyond words. 

Knowing my literary journey and seeing this incredible validation of my work being worthy of being in that library is a testament to God’s glory and vision.

I Am...Becoming...The Audacity of Hope.

See what I did there? 🤭

Seriously, I have no words beyond deep gratitude. ❤️

#obamapresidentialcenter #wonthedoit #bookstagram #bitterhoneybook #lolaakinmade
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I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words…

The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared  this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️

I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. 

For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️

Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ 

#afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words…

The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared  this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️

I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. 

For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️

Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ 

#afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words…

The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared  this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️

I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. 

For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️

Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ 

#afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words…

The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared  this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️

I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. 

For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️

Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ 

#afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words…

The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared  this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️

I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. 

For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️

Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ 

#afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words…

The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared  this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️

I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. 

For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️

Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ 

#afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
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I’m still trying to put this weekend’s first ÅFRÖNỌ̀RSK photo session in Oslo, Norway, into proper words… The joy, the energy, and the soulful connections shared this weekend 🇳🇴 ❤️ I’ve started editing the images and can’t wait to introduce you to some amazing and brilliant AfroNorwegian creatives as well. For now, this is the face of gratitude and disbelief that I found my purpose early on in life, and get to be the vessel for this work 🙏🏽❤️ Plus, sunlight on melanin ☀️ #afronordic #afronorsk #nordics #norway portraits
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Postcard: Vienna, Austria 🇦🇹 

Currently on a wonderful working session with @disabroad where I teach photography and travel writing - two of my loves - to university exchange students 🩵🤍

#studyabroad #disabroad #storytelling @disstockholm #studytour
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Postcard: Vienna, Austria 🇦🇹 Currently on a wonderful working session with @disabroad where I teach photography and travel writing - two of my loves - to university exchange students 🩵🤍 #studyabroad #disabroad #storytelling @disstockholm #studytour
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This is why I am grateful to be part of the @hasselblad family as one of their #HasselbladHeroines 🖤

My project @theafroswede is being prominently displayed at @photoville in @brooklynbridgepark. 

This video of GINA - GAMBIAN SWEDE 🇬🇲 🇸🇪 shows you exactly why.

True to life. Incredible detail. Exceptional quality. 🩵💛

Thank you @hasselblad for this wonderful relationship 🙏🏽

Camera - Mirrorless X2D
Model - @ginapeacock.x 

#photography #portrait #sweden #hasselblad
This is why I am grateful to be part of the @hasselblad family as one of their #HasselbladHeroines 🖤

My project @theafroswede is being prominently displayed at @photoville in @brooklynbridgepark. 

This video of GINA - GAMBIAN SWEDE 🇬🇲 🇸🇪 shows you exactly why.

True to life. Incredible detail. Exceptional quality. 🩵💛

Thank you @hasselblad for this wonderful relationship 🙏🏽

Camera - Mirrorless X2D
Model - @ginapeacock.x 

#photography #portrait #sweden #hasselblad
This is why I am grateful to be part of the @hasselblad family as one of their #HasselbladHeroines 🖤

My project @theafroswede is being prominently displayed at @photoville in @brooklynbridgepark. 

This video of GINA - GAMBIAN SWEDE 🇬🇲 🇸🇪 shows you exactly why.

True to life. Incredible detail. Exceptional quality. 🩵💛

Thank you @hasselblad for this wonderful relationship 🙏🏽

Camera - Mirrorless X2D
Model - @ginapeacock.x 

#photography #portrait #sweden #hasselblad
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This is why I am grateful to be part of the @hasselblad family as one of their #HasselbladHeroines 🖤 My project @theafroswede is being prominently displayed at @photoville in @brooklynbridgepark. This video of GINA - GAMBIAN SWEDE 🇬🇲 🇸🇪 shows you exactly why. True to life. Incredible detail. Exceptional quality. 🩵💛 Thank you @hasselblad for this wonderful relationship 🙏🏽 Camera - Mirrorless X2D Model - @ginapeacock.x #photography #portrait #sweden #hasselblad
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