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At a Glance

• Dates: March 19–26, 2026

• Group Size: Limited to 6 participants

• Price: $5,495 per person (single occupancy, breakfast included)

• Pickup & Drop-off: Dublin Airport or nearby airport hotels only

• Skill Level: All levels welcome — from beginners to experienced photographers

• Drones: Permitted, provided you follow local regulations

Important! Please note, In the event of a cancellation there is limited refund. Photography Booking Policy, please read.

Why This Workshop

This is more than a photography trip — it’s a complete immersion in Ireland’s landscapes, coastal culture, and local hospitality. With a maximum of 6 participants, there’s space to work closely with both instructors and maximise your time in the field.

Guided by Darren and me, participants will be encouraged to see the landscape with fresh eyes, uncovering beauty that goes far beyond the obvious. We’ll place a strong emphasis on the art of noticing and interpreting light — even when conditions aren’t ideal. Our journey will range from sweeping ocean vistas to the subtle, easily overlooked details and abstract forms, creating a rich and inspiring photographic experience.

What’s Included

• 7 nights’ accommodation in single-occupancy rooms with breakfast

• All ground transportation during the workshop

• Ferry to and from Tory Island

• Daily field instruction and afternoon feedback/editing sessions

• Local knowledge, guidance, and safety briefing at each location

What’s not included:

• Meals, Alcohol

• Accommodations before and after the workshop

• Medical and travel insurance

• Personal purchases

• Flights

More Information….

The Itinerary

Subject to change based on weather and light to ensure the best shooting opportunities.)

Days 1–2 (March 19–20) — North Coast

Base: The Causeway Hotel
Highlights: Giant’s Causeway • Ballintoy Harbour • Dark Hedges • Dunluce Castle

• Day 1: Pickup in Dublin, transfer to the North Coast, check-in, evening shoot at Giant’s Causeway or nearby coastal area.

• Day 2: Sunrise shoot, visits to Ballintoy, Dunluce Castle, and the Dark Hedges. Afternoon image review before travelling to Donegal.

Days 2–4 (March 20–22) — Donegal

Base: An Chúirt Hotel
Highlights: Crohy Arch • Fanad Head • Pollet Arch • Dunlewey • An Port

• Sunset at either Fanad Head or Crohy Arch.

• Morning and evening shoots are taken at coastal or inland locations, chosen for their favourable light and conditions.

• Afternoon reviews and editing sessions.

• Morning shoot before catching the ferry to Tory Island.

Days 4–6 (March 22–24) — Tory Island

Base: Tory Island Hotel
Highlights: Lighthouse • Sea stacks • Cliff edges • Panoramic viewpoints

• Ferry to Tory Island, afternoon check-in, coastal sunset session.

• Full day on the island with morning and evening fieldwork, plus an afternoon review.

• Early morning shoot before returning to the mainland and transferring to Connemara.

Days 6–8 (Apr 24–26) — Connemara

Base: Foyles Hotel, Clifden
Highlights: Derryclare Lough • Doolough Valley • Fishing huts • Mountain vistas

• Sunset at lakes or valleys, depending on wind and cloud.

• Sunrise at Derryclare Lough or surrounding lakes, afternoon review, evening shoot in a valley or coastal location.

• Final sunrise session before returning to Dublin Airport.

Teaching Approach

• Two field sessions per day, focused on composition, exposure, and creative decision-making.

• Afternoon review sessions with image feedback and editing tips

• Flexible daily plan to respond to light and weather conditions

Fitness & Terrain

Expect short walks of 10–45 minutes on uneven, sometimes wet ground. Some short climbs may be involved, but the pace will be adjusted to suit the group.

What camera gear should I bring?

The following are some recommendations. Generally, we will focus primarily on landscape photography, but we may also encounter some wildlife shooting opportunities. Ideally, since we will be walking throughout the day and carrying our gear, equipment should be kept to a minimum. Here is a list of what we typically carry in the field. A more detailed "what to bring" list will be sent to you before the workshop. If you shoot wildlife and own or use a considerable lens, you are welcome to bring it.

Camera Equipment:

• Tripod w/geared or ball head

• Camera backpack

• Camera body

• 14-24mm lens

• 24-120mm lens

• 70-200mm lens

• Various ND filters/polarisers/holders for all lenses

• Two extra batteries

• Lens pen/lens cloth

• lens shade

Other items that should make your day more comfortable in the area. Either wear it or put it in your pack for the day.

• Rubber boots or waterproof hiking boots

• Long pants

• Brimmed hat

• Warm jacket

• Rain jacket

• Snack bars/lunch/something to drink

• Headlamp/flashlight

• Sunglasses

Optional items:

• Laptop computer

• Umbrella