About Goran Kljutic | UrbanMescalero Photography

My name is Goran Kljutic. I’m a freelance landscape and wildlife photographer based in Copenhagen, Denmark.

I have always been interested in photography, but for many years I mainly took photos of my kids and our family vacations. In 2008, my passion for photography truly took off—sparked by my lifelong aquarium hobby. Having kept freshwater aquarium fish since the age of six or seven, I was active in online communities in the early 2000s where enthusiasts shared photos of their aquariums and fish. Wanting to improve my own images, I bought my first Canon DSLR and L-series lens, and from that moment, photography became a serious pursuit.

Over time, I explored different genres, from portraiture to concert photography. However, it was the great outdoors that truly resonated with me. Landscape, and later wildlife—photography gave me a sense of purpose and creative satisfaction that I hadn’t experienced before.

Through photography, I have developed a deep appreciation for the cold, dramatic Nordic landscapes and the unique wildlife that inhabits them. This passion takes me frequently to the Nordic wilderness, where I seek out both grand vistas and intimate natural moments.

My approach to photography is deliberate and methodical. I rarely head out without a clear vision of what I want to capture. Before each trip, I spend considerable time researching locations, light, and conditions—even when visiting places for the first time. For me, there is something incredibly rewarding about turning a planned and previsualized idea into a finished image.

At the same time, I remain open to spontaneity when the unexpected happens. In the end, my work is built on dedication, patience, and a constant desire to improve, driven above all by a deep love for photography.

If you have any questions or would like to collaborate, feel free to get in touch via the contact form.

Goran Kljutić | Urban Mescalero Photography