Welcome — I’m Christopher Ottesen, a London‑based photographer. I love photographing people and the natural world, whether that’s a bustling street, a quiet beach or a forest trail. My goal is to tell stories through candid images that capture genuine emotion and a sense of place. Browse the galleries below and feel free to get in touch if you’d like to collaborate or have a project in mind.
- T100 Triathlon 2025: Cycling Leg in London
The T100 Triathlon took place in London today, with the cycling leg held on a closed-road circuit running from Victoria Docks in the east to Westminster in the west. Riders - A Family Viking Adventure in Sarpsborg, Norway
Tucked away in Østfold County, Sarpsborg is one of Norway’s oldest cities. Founded in 1016 by Viking king Olav Haraldsson, who was later canonised as St. Olav, its deep historicalContinue reading…A Family Viking Adventure in Sarpsborg, Norway
- Looking Up from an Ancient Wine Cellar in Aquapendente
When I was very young, I toured my uncle and aunt’s wine cellar beneath the Italian town of Aquapendente. Descending the steps into the cool, damp darkness, I was struckContinue reading…Looking Up from an Ancient Wine Cellar in Aquapendente
- A Splash of Red on a Rainy German Day
This photograph was taken during a rainy day somewhere in Germany on a road trip with my grandparents. I don’t remember exactly where we were, but I was a kid - Dancing at the Temple of Heaven
During a sunset visit to Beijing’s Temple of Heaven, my girlfriend – now my wife – took to the open plaza in front of the Hall of Prayer for Good - Gliding on the Glomma: Water Strider Memory
Around 20 years ago, I photographed a vannløper (water strider) skimming across the calm surface of the River Glomma. I later submitted the image to an NRK photo competition andContinue reading…Gliding on the Glomma: Water Strider Memory
- Cross-Country Skiing on Blefjell
A few years ago while cross-country skiing on Blefjell, we climbed the trail from Blestua. As we turned around, the slope opened into a vast white landscape dotted with brightly - Running Up at Brighton Pier
On a breezy summer day in Brighton, my son dashed up the pebbled beach, laughing as waves chased him back toward the shore. The iconic Brighton Palace Pier loomed in