Enchanted! Vacation & Photography in Oslo, Norway

ENCHANTED!
VACATION & PHOTOGRAPHY IN OSLO, NORWAY
EDWIN AYOTUNDE

Table
of
Contents
Oslo City
05
Arrival
06
Transportation
07
Accommodation
08
Scenic Spots
10
Models
12
Nightlife
58
Conclusion
62

Editorial
Hello!
I’m glad to present the first version
of “Echanted!” by, which is published to
give travellers and photographers tips,
data and more intuitive info about Oslo.
Oslo is a small but energetic city, a mix of old
and modern, which offers a great opportunity
to shoot in style and this issue offers a list of
talented, young and passionate photo models
you can collaborate with. The nature out here is
stunning during the four seasons, which makes
Oslo one of the best cities for photography .
After visiting here, you will soon realize it is expensive
to live in Norway, but best believe, this
issue will make your trip down here worth it.
Edwin

Oslo City
O
slo is the capital and most populous
city of Norway. Also, consider
a global city, aside from the fact that
it is a financial, Industrial, trading
and shipping hub for Norway, as well
as maritime trading center for europe.
The city is quite compact, which
makes it easy to tour Oslo by rentable
city bikes or via public transportation.
Now speaking of the Norwegians,
the average beauty of Norwegian
girls is high. The Norwegians and
their Swedish neighbors has some of
the most attractive girls in the world
per habitant and the guys here are
charming and trendy alike. Even,
the elderly ones are quite stylish and
easy going.
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Arrival
Oslo`s main airport is Oslo Airport, Gardermoen,
you can either take the Airport
Train to the city center or you can take the
local train which takes 10 min less
and is way more cheaper. You can
also take bus or taxi, but that will only
take longer time and taxi will drain your
wallet.
Edvard Munchs veg,
2061 Gardermoen,
Norway
Code: OSL
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TRANSPORTATION
M
oving around in Oslo is just
as easy as breezy. Renting a
car is really not necessary. You
can simply buy a day pass
or a week pass and can get
around with the metro, bus or
trams in Oslo. Tickets and time
schedule can be checked out or
bought through “Ruters” app.
Alternative you can just buy
your tickets at several places
around the town (Narvesen
kiosk or ticket machines) or
purchase the Oslo pass app.
The Oslo Pass also serve as your
ticket to get into over 25 museums
and galleries including the
National Gallery (home to
Edvard Munch’s infamous
work “The Scream”), Astrup
Fearnley Museum and
the Viking Ship Museum.
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Accommodation
I
t is not a mystery that Norway is
quite expensive eating out everyday
when you are new in town, will leave a great
dent in your wallet, Except you’re loaded
and heavy.
My advice is to rent an apartment (AirBnB
or Holidaylettings) and buy your groceries
in the local stores or while out shopping.
Renting a place is not that much more expensive
than a hotel room.
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Common Apartment Features
Most of the apartment features a comfortable
living area, balcony, full kitchen,
comfortable bedroom and a modern
bathroom. Better base to explore
the best of Oslo city.

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Scenic Spots
O
slo has two free outdoor sculpture
parks, which are great for
photography and relaxation.
vigeland park
Nobels gate 32,
0268 Oslo, Norway
Vigeland Park
Vigeland Park, represents
the lifework of
Gustav Vigeland, who
dedicated his talents to
this project for nearly 20
years.

T
he second park is Ekebergparken, which
has a very different vibe. The sculptures
are arranged in pockets that, at times,
can seem hidden. You feel as if you’re
the first to discover these works by
Louise Bourgeois, Hilde Mæhlum,
Salvador Dalí, George Cutts Marina
Abramović, Auguste Rodin and many others.
Ekebergparken
Kongsveien 23,
N-0193 Oslo

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Models
Helena Levina
Mathilde E Wilkie
Celina Olsson
Diana Louise
Karina
Martine Ronning
Imen Habes
Anais Touret
Ellen Irene

“
The best thing to hold onto in life is each
other.
Nothing else matters, really. Nothing else. Life
is not about Netflix and chill, neither is it about
money or success. Life is all about LOVE. Loving
and being loved. -Audrey Hepburn.
“

Helena Levina

“
Instagram
@leveland_
started my model career not so far,
about a year ago, it was really oc-
casionally. I went to a coat store
to buy one and the owner of the
store asked me to take pictures for
her new collection, because she
liked my face. I was shocked a bit
and embarrassed but I said yes.
Then she invited me for shooting
for the winter collection and I really
liked it. At that time my parents
suggest me going to the model
school and learn something in the
professional sphere. And since
then I’ve been modeling for my
pleasure and inspiration.
“ In order to be irreplaceable
one must always be different.
Coco Chanel
Website
levelland83.wixsite.com/mysite
Photograoher
@bartoszstarzec
I
I really like taking photos because
it helps me feel more confident,
believe in myself and reach my
dreams, because earlier I was
very shy and I didn’t think that I
can be beautiful, and photos and
photographers show me that, they
show the women that they are
beautiful. And when other women
look at your photos they believe that
they also can be beautiful.
I take pictures for my pleasure because
when I see the beauty, the
beauty of the picture - the light,
shadows, plants, clothes - the combination
of esthetic beauty - I feel
happier, I realize that I really like
what I do, I create something that
other people may like, and I realize
that I want to do this thing for my
whole life.

Mathilde E Wilkie
Instagram
@mathildellefsen
Website
vsco.co/mathildellefsen

I
really like being myself, being open minded,
earthy and positive.
I’ve always wanted to do something different.. but
as many others, it’s scary. modeling isn’t something
everyone does, and many believe it involves a lot
of pressure. and it does! Clearly there are certain
requirements for different things, but for me, it has
given me more confident and openness to new
people. Modeling is the very first thing that i really
enjoy doing, for myself and with others. Though, it
has downsides, i just make the best out of the situation.
My passion for photography & modeling is due to
the fact that I like showing different sides of me,
trying new outfits combined with new expressions.
there are so many photographers who really
manage to get me out of my confront zone and that
has been so helpful for me personally. It’s so fun
meeting new people who share the same interests
with me.
The things i do for fun. I love surrounding myself
with people that gives me energy, having valuable
and positively charged conversations. Being in nature,
making food, listening to music and also just
chilling i my bed watching whatever.

Photographer
@idthphotography

Celina Olsson
“Everything you’ve ever wanted is on the other side of fear.”
George Addair

I
get inspired by others. I mostly get
inspirations and ideas from other
people. Mostly from instagram
and mostly follow people that do
“fashion” and “real estate”. I also follow
some famous people, which
I get inspired by sometimes. I hangout
with my friends and family
in my spare time. I love taking
pictures and I love collaborating with people!
That’s something I feel challenges me!
I love experiencing new things
and I hope I get the opportunity to
keep trying new things and live my
life like I do today in addition to my
future job. I’m a person who hates
sitting still at an office. I need to
be more out there. In my future I
hope I’ll get to combine my passion
with my job. I wish to work with
real estate and economy.
Snapchat
Celinaolsson
Youtube Channel
Instagram:
@celina.olsson

Diana Louise
Instagram
@missdianalouise
website
www.missdianalouise.com
Photographers
@idealofsweden
E
ver since I was a little kid, I’ve always
liked to dress up and pose in
front of the camera. It gives me a
sense of freedom to be able to express
my self in this way, as I
get to be creative and become all
these different characters during
shoots. Also, it has been a lot of
fun to work with other talented
people, stylists and photographers
and learn from them.
I find inspiration in most things, nature,
animals, buildings, shapes. I
also get inspired by watching and
connecting with other creative
souls such as photographers, actors,
artists and fashion influencers.
I really enjoy hiking and running.
I also like to sing, dance to hip hop
and just hang out with my friends

“
“
You yourself, as much
as anybody in the entire
universe, deserve your
love and affection.
– Buddha

Karina
Instagram
@kvivelid
Photographer
@golfsko
F
or fun I like to hike with my dog, especially mountainhikes
here in Norway. I love to capture the
moments with photography, it helps me remember
the different places we’ve been and our emotions.
Travel is also an important thing in my life, to discover
different places and cultures, people. I use
instagram for my own personal diary and it keeps
me motivated and inspired to do the things i love
the most.

Martine
Ronning
Instagram
@martiner_official
Photographer
@fotograftinabergersen
I
am inspired by music, both creating
and performinig musics in
spires me the most. I have been an
artist for several years and started
modeling a couple of years ago after
being discovered doing a gig. I
am 18yr old, full time student doing
music and modeling on the side. My
dream is to be able to make a living
from music.

Imen
Habes
Instagram
@imenhabes
Photographer
@dmillanphotography
B
ehind every photo there’s a story wether it’s me being in the photo
or getting to take one. None of them are ever the exact same and
it shows the photographers perspective and message through a lens
capturing the moment and letting people see what you see. Modelling
to me let’s me put forth something physical were get to portray different
characters, emotions and stories. It’s not just standing in front of a
camera, it’s a lot of work that goes into to capturing just one good photo
that represents the chosen topic as well as teamwork with both the stylist
and photographer.
I study theatre and acting and wish to make something of myself in the
creative world. I would love to study psychology, literature and history
as well. I love watching biographies because nothing is more fascinating
then real life stories and seeing what people are able to make
of themselves and the impact they can have on others. Designing and
fashion are a big passion of mine and it’s a way for me to express myself
and be creative with bold colours and different ways of putting things
together.

“
“
An image captured on camera represents an individual
record seen by the photographer’s eye.
-Eraldo Banovac

Anais Touret
Instagram
@anais.modeling
Photographer
@skjalgen
@assem_graphy

I
started photography because I wanted to do
something artistic , other than dance. I am a
pr ofessional ballet dancer , since it is my full
job , i wanted to do something in the side for
fun. So I randomly started to have some photoshoot
with friends and since last year i decided
to do it more professionally.
It is lik e a hobby. I enjoy being in front of the
camera , meeting new photographer , having
tasks and travelling.

Ellen
Irene

W
hat draws me in about photography and modeling is the creative
freedom and the possibility to create art. Something new
and origi nal that can speak to so many in different ways.
What inspires me the most is everything and everyone around
me. All the different opinions, meanings thoughts and actions.
I’m an entrepreneur, social media influencer and singer/songwriter.
I’ve been running my own business since I was 16 and are now 18
years old. I started off my career in Norwegian television, getting
casted for some different series and so. At the age of 17 I did my first
modeling-gig after a photographer asked me to model for her. The
pictures she took has now won several prizes. After that I’ve been
doing some stuff here and there, as well as being a model/brand ambassador
for the clothing brand LMTD-limited.
Instagram
Youtube Channel
@elleenaabol

Nightlife
O
slo`s nightlife is best Thursday,
Friday and Saturdays. Thurs-
days are the best time to find
young students partying in
Oslo.
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“
“
You’d be surprised how
much fun you can have
sober. When you get the
hang of it.
- James Pinckney Mille
Party spots
Jaeger on Grensen. On a Saturday
night, this ground will be packed
with good-looking and fun drunk
guys and girls.
The place will be queuing and full of
girls by midnight. Standing in que and
small talking with girls or guys is a
very easy way to get to know new
people. Be here around 23:00 to meet
with ones that your heart will
surely desire, because coming
here late will only offer you
un-interested or super drunk
ones.

Skaugum - Solli plass
Easy place to get to know
people by talking and
dancing. it’s fun place,
mostly populated alot of
young folks with in age
range 22-25yrs old
The Dubliners or Eilefs pub
Really easy to meet new
people and socialise here.
Mona Lisa
It’s well know for the presence
of Persians and Middle
Eastern women
Majorstuen
Alot of small pubs and party
places can be found here
also.
Youngstorvet
Arrays of small pubs and
party places are located in
this environment.

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Have fun out there!
Edwin . A
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Contact
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Email: edwin@westgiant.com
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EDWIN AYOTUNDE