Bjiorn Thomassen

bjiorn Bjorn Byron Thomassen, was born in England to an English mother and Norwegian father. Bjorn’s father was a merchant navy captain, and Bjorn followed in his footsteps and spent a short period on the high sea’s, eventually working as a harbour Master’s assistant/policeman. For ten years Bjorn was also a crew member and helmsman, of the Royal National Life Boat Institute. It was there that he achieved his proudest accolade to date. He was awarded a Velum, for his contribution to saving life at sea

Bjorn always had a great passion for photography, and in 1994 Bjorn gained his first qualification, as he embarked on an exciting journey into the diverse and challenging world of professional photography. A journey fuelled by his passion for photographing people, and Bjorn feels that he has met many fascinating and life enriching characters along the way

Bjorn has become a well known speaker at national and international training events, he also runs his own, very popular training programme.

Bjiorn's Programme

The SWPP 2008 Convention was an outstanding success,
we have 242 days to get ready for the 2009 convention - which starts on January 14, 2009

Photo Quote: I really believe there are things nobody would see if I didn't photograph them. - Diane Arbus