NORTHERN LIGHTS EXPLOSION in LOFOTEN

We had an absolutely incredible night at Uttakleiv Beach in Lofoten. Here photographed both beautiful seascapes and the auroras. The aurora borealis is also known as the northern lights. This phenomenon is just absolutely incredible and we had an explosion of it! Landscape and nightscape photography comes with a lot of pros and cons. THIS is pro! :D
The noise during the live recordings of the auroras are just wind hitting the microphone of the camera. You can't hear the auroras ;)
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[@NigelDanson]

Absolutely amazing light show!!!! Those timelapses were on a different level! 👊👊👊

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Nigel! Hard to believe they're made on an a6000! :)

[@NigelDanson]

Mads Peter Iversen incredible... and that love video with the purple lights... wow! Looking forward to seeing your Iceland videos 👊👍

[@tonyturner7676]

The Aurora footage was stunning, Mads. No wonder you were so excited. Your work is always of the highest quality and your presentation is second to none. Thank you.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Tony Turner thank you so much! Always happy to get such lovely comments :)

[@ruaDHX]

I never seen it yet, but i need to see it one time in my life! Thanks a lot for your videos

[@cashmoney9256]

Clicked here from Nigel's aurora video...so glad I did!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

I'm very happy you did! Welcome! :)

[@viktorjohansson2995]

the aurora was absolutely stunning is for sure on my bucket list

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Viktor Johansson I hope you get to see it :)

[@linarohani6919]

Love the 5 episodes on Lofoten. Amazing photos 👍👍👍

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thanks a lot, Lina! :)

[@heyalexjota]

That Aurora moment was... stunning. I nearly shed a tear. Beautiful video, Mads.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Aaww that's so cool to hear! I love when my videos have such an impact :)

[@Jeff-jg7jh]

Never have seen them like that. As I mentioned in the teaser post; we used to watch them in the fall season. We were told, you could swisitle at them and they would move. We would switstle and they would move. All big fun.

[@bobyoung9695]

I have never experienced northern lights, but this an incredible vicarious experience. It gave me chill bumps watching the explosion of light! Thanks so much for sharing your experiences.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You are most welcome, Bob! I hope you get to see them :)

[@freundderbergeat]

Your Series of the Lofoten became an essential part of my perparation for visiting this Island this year. Thanks for your work and sharing!

[@richarddelasota1812]

Absolutely breathtaking. The aurora made me cry like a damn baby. I can’t imagine my reaction in person.

[@tnsadventures]

I cant imagine any word to describe what you saw. Thanks for sharing it with everyone.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You're very welcome, Tim! :)

[@RalfWeyer]

I know I’m late to the party, but I’ve only recently discovered your channel by following Nigel’s work. Absolutely stunning pictures, just incredible. All I can say is great job 👍👍👍

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thanks a lot, Ralf! Better late than never 😁

[@scotty4418]

Mads, talk about being in the right place at the right time. I dont think I have seen anything so mesmerising in my life. Watching your footage and then your images was wondrous and to hear your excitement topped off such great series. Already the excitement is building for what you are about to share from Iceland

[@MadsPeterIversen]

scotty4418 Thank you so much! Yes, totally mesmerizing! Very happy you liked the climax :)

[@fly0926]

wow, overwhelming pictures, dragon`s eye and a brilliant aurora timelapse. What a treatment for everyone who`s interested in earth`s great landscapes and phenomenons. Danke

[@russell4108]

Watched most of that with my jaw on the floor that was stunning.

[@vargavideo]

You bumped Norway to the top of my Bucket List! The image​ at 9:35 my favorite.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

That's so awesome to hear! Yeah, I really love that corona shot as well! :)

[@laurencesillars6068]

Goosebumps. Wow. Just wow!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

That's the best feeling I can get across! :)

[@darrenbooker9438]

Love your excitement with the northern lights putting on an epic show for you! Fantastic images mate well done!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Darren! Yeah, that was just incredible!

[@donburgiss421]

Stunning, thanks for sharing your amazing work.

[@deborahclemons8022]

Wow! Just wonderful. What an explosion.! You conveyed the excitement so well. I remember so well the thrill of my first aurora on the Norwegian coast. I have to say that no photo or film has ever adequately captured the thrill of standing under them ---maybe because the "capture" pales in comparison to the actual experience. I believe that your primal scream of excitement is the best we can do,--. just stand and enjoy. My favorite image -- the dragon's eye photo.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Deborah Clemons yeah it's next to nearly impossible to transfer to 2D. Nothing makes it justice! But it's still pretty ;)

[@WoodsmanLandscapePhotography]

Absolutely amazing lights! I have seen them where I live in the lower 48 of the US, but nothing of this magnitude. I plan to go to Alaska and get them someday.

[@NoyesDesignsjewelry]

what an amazing experience that must have been

[@MadsPeterIversen]

It was very much, Nick! :)

[@Higgins_Nature_Photographer]

Excellent vlog as usual and amazing and beautiful shots and video of the Aurora 🙂 I'm very much looking forward to seeing your next video. You were very fortunate to have been there for this event. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Richard! I was lucky indeed! :)

[@goldenstardust]

Wow, just WOW! Another stunning location to add to my bucket list!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Kathleen! I hope you get to see it!

[@ajagtiani]

Incredible, Mads! I visited Lofoten a month before you released this series. What a dream location.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thanks a lot! Means a lot :)

[@johnfarinelli4208]

I'm sitting at work watching this - boy, that was a mistake. No more work getting done today! Amazing video and pictures!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Haha thanks a lot! That's how it goes ;)

[@ToastandJam52]

Absolutely amazing. Wish I was there!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much! Yeah, it's a thing to see!

[@bradzaruba9686]

Mads, you offered your own comment while experiencing the Northern Lights: TIMELESS. And I agree. Your enthusiasm during that portion lifted me as well.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Brad! I'm very happy I'm able to share that enthusiasm! :D

[@watervlo4771]

After a hard day, I watched breathlessly at this sparkling video which gave me energy again. Am already planning a trip to Lofoten and Iceland next year. Thank you!!

[@keijokorte9470]

Amazing auroras! Here in Finland we have auroras, but I have never seen that kind of entertaining show :)

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Yeah, I guess I was rather lucky! :)

[@anjahusfeld699]

Wow. How beautiful! Great job, well done. Thx for sharing.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Anja Husfeld you are very welcome and thanks a lot :)

[@TheMarcao93]

Ouh là là, quelle nuit cela a dû être...!!! Tout photographe de nature rêve de vivre des moments pareils. Comme m'a dit un vieux photographe écossais un jour d'attente de soleil entre les nuages d'Old Man Storr: to be at the right place at the right Time, the Way for all photographer . Je suis impatient de voir de nouvelles images d'Islande avant d'y retourner en Juin. Deux mois sur place, quel beau voyage. Merci pour tout ce partage.

[@davidposaas7350]

My heart was bursting with wonder at your auroras videos and photos Mads! What a privilege for you to capture. I shared your excitement.. "Epic" video!

[@ianhill4807]

What a beautifully breathtaking location Mads, a definite future excursion for my wife and I to embark on, thank you for capturing a wonderful light show :-)

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, and you're most welcome, Ian! I hope you get to share a moment like this with your wife!

[@karinstrobl1910]

WOW!!! I can't wait to get there. I am sooo lucky to be able to spend as much time I want to in Lofoten this summer in a motorhome. Thanks for this inspiration

[@stuartschaffner9744]

That’s pretty amazing! My wife and I were driving one night in Massachusetts of all places in the 1970’s when we saw that the sky was all lit up. We found a dark field and watched the Aurora of our lifetimes. At one point a starburst pattern appeared overhead, seemingly focused on us. I don’t know if I was shaking, but it was literally terrifying and awesome at the same time. Sort of like God pointing directly at us.

[@philn1957]

Brilliant series of vlogs and just what I needed as I will be there in 8 days time for 6 days, thanks Mads.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You're much welcome, Phil! :)

[@lukek2872]

Simply beautiful. And quite fun to hear the contrast in your voice: very calm when 'apologizing for the excitement', and then ...

[@stevepoulter3863]

Wow!!! Superb,fantastic and awe inspiring footage and stills. One things for sure, I have to witness this spectacular evet for myself! Many thanks

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You are most welcome, Steve! And yes you do!

[@jmmott1424]

Awesome, truly awesome. Thank you!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You're most welcome! :)

[@valk-photography]

WOW ..... EPIC ... can't find the right words for this video & pictures !! Never seen the Aurora so intens ...... magical. Congrats Mads !!!!

[@acsolares2]

MPI, new subscriber, you just showed me something I have NEVER seen before....not like that. THAT is communicating with people......thanks!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much! I'm happy to hear that! I really want to reach the viewers :)

[@andreaschiavetti3036]

YES! YES! Great!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Haha YES YES! That's how you react ;)

[@ollybirth]

One word........wow 👍

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Yes! :D

[@hw-foto]

Incredible Experience you made. I'll get there as well - one time

[@MadsPeterIversen]

I certainly hope you will, Horst!

[@daryllines3364]

Hi Mads, thanks for the great videos about Lofoten. I've made a note of all the locations as I'm heading out there with 2 friends in 2 weeks time 😀 Needless to say we're all really excited and I'm definitely looking forward to trying out my new XT3 in the field. Keep up the good work, thanks again

[@ChristianGalt]

Could only imagine how it must have felt to be there that night, thanks for sharing the experience

[@sianoshea.2208]

I have just watched this with a massive grin on my face - so happy to share in your excitement! Hope I am as lucky when I go next Winter. Thank you for your wonderful videos...

[@JamesRBurnsVLOG]

Not exactly lacking emotion Mads. I had to lower the volume as it raised a few eyebrows around me. Beautiful dragons eye shot. I long to see the Aurora. Beautiful work 😬👍

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Oh you should just get going, James! Thanks a lot! :D

[@photographymarcel405]

Absolutely amazing!!! 😍 I have never seen a video before that shows auroras like this they were so strong I couldn't believe I hope one day I'll see northern lights like this!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Marcel! And I hope you will!

[@richardmccoll9297]

Amazing experience with the Auroras!

[@lillirod]

Ooh-hooo, this was a fantastic experience! Great images, both video and timelapse!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Lillian! :)

[@xplasticbag]

The northern lights never ceases to make me breathless. I've grown up with seeing them often in the winter half of the year in Vesterålen, but they still make me tear up. Gorgeous captures😍

[@MadsPeterIversen]

That is just the most amazing feeling! Especially when you're "used" to seeing them :)

[@finedecks]

Fantastic Mad. Have only one word to say and that is "jealous" I had these moments too and you are so excited that you forget that you are tired, hungry, sleepy. I'm sure you can't wait to go through these raw files. It gives so much satisfaction having experienced something like this Congratulations

[@MrFrankie1311]

Mads....! Absolutely stunning footage and pictures! I've never seen something like this before! .....it's unbelievable but you make it, to top your own work again and again. I can't wait to see your new series from Island! You are really one of the best, absolutely great!!! 👍 😆

[@MadsPeterIversen]

MrFrankie1311 thank you so very much! Hopefully the Iceland stuff will top even more ;)

[@JaypeaFoto]

Love the 1st shot. Insane videos of the auroras. I can see why you were so excited.

[@markpursglovephotography]

Mads. All I can say is WOW!!! what an amazing light show expertly captured and the Dragons eye image is superb. You set the bar at the highest level. :)

[@MadsPeterIversen]

mark pursglove thank you so much! I gotta admit I really love that Dragon's Eye photo! :)

[@tommyselsvold6654]

I`m so glad you got this awsome night with northern light Mads!! :D And amazing video and photos!!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thanks a lot Tommy! Yeah, it was just beyond amazing

[@jasonmordecai8212]

Now that was spectacular 🙌🏻 lady green danced away that night for sure WOW!! More than we saw in Iceland. I must go to Lofoten

[@er11kj]

Wow. The feeling you get when the aurora goes wild is amazing. Ive seen two bigger shows but nothing like that. Great videos 👍

[@ludvigyttergren4928]

Oh man!! What a display of mother nature. Everyone must see this video. Great work!

[@fredericdemeus6163]

Woehoe what a show have you experienced out there ! This is so nice to see. Love the dragon's eye by the way, didn't knew this one existed and thank you for making me wanting see Norway even more ! Just received the In-field workflow by e-mail, thanks for that one Mads !! 👍👍

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You are most welcome, Frederic! And yes, it was just such a stunning sight!

[@GPorter688]

Wow, just wow. I've seen the nordlys before but never like this. Amazing

[@videos1692]

Stunning Mads, that is on my bucket list.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Andy!

[@harryjonesphotography6564]

I got goosebumps when you put up the first image, stunning!

[@NORTRONGAMES]

Amazing mads. But you shared the shit out of me when you screamed. I can understand the feeling. That's exactly how I screamed when I saw milkyway first time

[@criostoirocuinn]

Best northern lights video on youtube......

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Aww, thank you so much! :)

[@gordonmelrose9700]

Brilliant!!! Can’t wait to see your work from Iceland

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Awesome! It'll be really good :)

[@randymyers8600]

Wow! What a thrill that must have been. Good job!!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Randy! Yes it was!

[@mirec684]

waaau this aurora is beautifull

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Yes! They're absolutely gorgeous!

[@emptysuit]

The TITLE is worthy of a ‘like’ before I even watch. Always great content Mads. Thank you!

[@HDChrisSweet]

I felt your excitement from my office at home! That was incredible!!!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Haha thanks a lot, Chris! :)

[@HDChrisSweet]

@@MadsPeterIversen last year 2 of my 3 children (11 and 14) were diagnosed with a progressive neurological muscle disorder which means sadly, amongst other serious problems, they will soon be unable to walk, sadly this means we will probably never get to see Norway or Iceland, or any of the other magical places you visit which is one of the reasons I am so grateful for your videos, we feel we can experience these amazing places through you, so thank you, and don't ever quit! 😊

[@marcelzwart3527]

What an absolutely awesome video!! You where at the right place at the right time to see and film this spectacular event of nature. I fully understand your enthusiasm when watching it. I also loved your picture of "the dragons eye". I definitely want to go there someday.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Marcel Zwart yes, very much! It was fairly lucky :) thanks in regard to the eye photo. I really like that too!

[@gedm7949]

Wow! We’ll need a weeks ‘breather’ if Iceland is to compete with that episode :-)

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Ged M yeah, hopefully the opening episode from Iceland will kick butt! I have yet to start the edit...

[@royajakobsenphotography194]

Stunning videos from Lofoten, living i Oslo but grown up in Bodø. Going to Lofoten to take picture in middel of oktober. :-)

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thanks a lot, Roy! :)

[@aaronjenkin]

Absolutely amazing aurora video footage! Glad you had such an incredible time!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Aaron Jenkin thanks a lot. Yeah, I can only say me2 ;)

[@andymiles5156]

Unreal, an incredible sight and a brilliant capture! I’m guessing the dragon’s eye is a bigger version of the holes made in pebbles via erosion when the waves move a smaller pebble around inside them. Looking forward to viewing your Iceland 4K footage on the TV. 😀

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You might very well be right, Andy. I'm not sure. I think it'll be absolutely amazing!

[@MegaDwilkinson]

remarkable - can't wait to go

[@MadsPeterIversen]

I hope you'll see some good auroras!

[@greyhound0z]

Truly breathtaking mads 👍👍😀

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Steven!

[@thomassch.4110]

6 out of 5 Stars... just amazing!

[@TonyGouge]

Mads, I've never seen the Northern Lights, but your video made me feel like I was there! Wow! Looking forward to your 'how to' video!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

You are most welcome, Tony! I hope you get to see them :)

[@victor-ferreira]

Absolutely incredible Aurora's scenery!!! Another excellent vlog!!!👌 What to say?! Thank you so much for sharing!!!!!

[@dianerizi9119]

Very beautiful Video and photos. I understand your joy to see this. I would have cried! Thank you for sharing!

[@dannykenealy6080]

Excellent looking forward to the next video 😃

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thanks a lot! :)

[@andrewgraham4372]

Simply stunning Mads. I now dream of going to the Lofoten Islands.

[@irabrucelevine]

Spectacular, Mads. I enjoyed your commentary and your shouts of joy. I experienced seeing the aurora while staying in Sitka, Alaska, some years ago, and I reacted to them in the same way you did -- with shouts of joy and amazement. Thank you for sharing your adventure.

[@trevorjacobs]

Well done Mads. I'm currently in Lofoten, no Northern Lights at this time but the scenery is amazing. Looking forward to your next video.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Trevor! I hope you'll enjoy the next :)

[@scottwilliams6056]

Off to Lofoten in Feb 2019 and now really looking forward to it - great introduction to the islands and wonderful videos.

[@richardvalenti8025]

Mads your excitement for photography comes through in your videos. The Northern Lights were A-Mazing in this video. Looking forward to your next video series from your 2 month adventure in Iceland (which I was lucky enough to be a part of for 2 weeks).

[@peterbiggin7193]

I don't think I have ever seen such fantastic aurora footage it just looked incredible. Superb as always Mads I'm really looking forward to the Iceland videos

[@marcuswagar7246]

You have! After two weeks I will go to this fantastic location. Very usefull tips!

[@cookfred281051]

Spectacular aurora shots!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Fred! Did you get to see the auroras?

[@DarrenJSpoonley]

Every part of this episode is top drawer Mads, every part... I had tingles up my spine watching that aurora .. OUTSTANDING !!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

That's the best feeling I an get across! Thank you very much, Darren!

[@debbieb9815]

That was absolutely incredible!!! I have never had the privilege of seeing the Northern Lights, it's on my bucket list.

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, Debbie! I think you should prioritize that :)

[@BobbyBabaletskos]

Mads, this is such a great video! Those Aurora light were literally electrified! So inspiring and desire-provoking to see the northern lights!

[@pacopenade]

Wow! it´s awesome, Thanks for sharing!

[@MadsPeterIversen]

Thank you very much, and you're most welcome!

[@andydwd]

Literally all i can say is WOW!

[@paultrunfull3324]

Great shot of the dragons eye, Oh my gosh Mads had to watch the Aurora stuff twice! Fabulous/Awesome just Brilliant cant wait for the Iceland series.

[@ceilihmcgrady4125]

That was spectacular! How incredible it must have been to experience that. It was a pleasure to watch your video. The photos you took are stunning!