Ron Nicolaysen is the engine behind the workshop. With a career as a professional fashion photographer, Ron is a well aknowledged artist. 
In later years he has also pursued numerous projects, including his book Mediterranean Portraits published in 2007. 

Ronny Næss is the other part of the workshop team. After a career as a professional fashion photographer with clients including Tique, Elle, Her, The New, record companies and advertising agencies, Ronny continued teaching photography at a Norwegian private high school. 

Kristian is the third member of the team and brings a strong technical foundation to the workshop. He works professionally with photography across weddings, portraiture, music, and commercial projects. With a sharp eye for detail and a talent for problem solving, he helps bring structure and flow to both creative work and production logistics.

Carrie J. McIndoe is a seasoned entrepreneur and educator with over 30 years of experience helping young people turn ideas into action. With a background in investment banking and nonprofit leadership, she founded Economic Ventures Inc.and later launched EntrePrep®, a nationally recognized program focused on entrepreneurship and real-world learning.

At the workshop, Carrie leads a session on business and entrepreneurship—giving students practical tools for turning their skills, ideas, and passions into something real. It’s not about photography—it’s about thinking like a creative entrepreneur, no matter what path you take.

Felix Falck-Næss is a London-based photographer working across books, zines, and exhibitions. A graduate of University of the Arts London (UAL), he focuses on personal documentary and visual storytelling, often through self-published work like Sleepwalking, Blue Eyes Crying in the Rain, and The Holy Waffle. Felix blends his love of photography with a strong DIY ethos, creating platforms for quiet, often overlooked moments. He also collaborates with other artists as an assistant and continues to develop his own projects. During the workshop, Felix will guide students through the process of presenting their work—and help each one produce a small, personal photo book.