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Ireland’s Atlantic Coast
At a Glance
Location
Ireland
Tuition
$11,495
Dates
April 24 – May 3, 2028
Fitness Level
Availability
Limited to 8 Guests
Collections
- Journey
- Signature Collection
Ireland’s Atlantic Coast Photography Workshop
The Emerald Isle and its Wild Atlantic Islands
April 24 – May 3, 2028
- Rugged sea cliffs, tranquil lakes, bluebell woods, and winding roads
- Step into Ireland's rich history on the remote Great Blasket Island
- Practice composition, long exposures, and the use of filters
Ireland’s west coast is a place where weather becomes part of the photograph. Light moves fast here. Skies open and close, reflections shift, and the landscape can change completely in a matter of minutes.
Join us for a rich photographic journey along the Wild Atlantic Way, from County Clare and the Dingle Peninsula to the Blasket Islands and Connemara. We’ll photograph dramatic coastlines, green farmland, stone cottages, lighthouses, shipwrecks, castles, waterfalls, and quiet details of Irish life.
A highlight of the workshop is our two-night stay in renovated cottages on Great Blasket Island. The accommodations are simple and rustic, but the reward is rare: a remote island setting with no roads, few distractions, and the Atlantic on every side. We’ll prepare meals for you and settle into the slower rhythm of the island, giving you time to watch the light, read the weather, and make photographs that feel deeply connected to place. The rest of the workshop balances this with comfortable hotels and excellent meals.
In the field, we’ll work on a wide range of approaches: using polarizing and neutral density filters, creating long exposures, simplifying complex coastal scenes, photographing local culture, and working with spring flowers for close-up compositions. Whether you’re building confidence or refining an already strong visual style, we’ll meet you at your level with practical, personal guidance.
We’ll also make time for our signature image reviews and post-processing sessions. Together, we’ll discuss composition, light, and the choices you made in the field, then explore Lightroom techniques to refine your photographs and bring your creative vision to life. These sessions offer practical, personalized feedback to help you strengthen both your images and your approach to photography.
As always, we handle the logistics, timing, meals, and local details so you can stay present with your photography. This itinerary is designed to give you generous time in the field while keeping travel efficient.
You’ll leave with a stronger sense of how to work with coastal light, changing weather, and layered landscapes—and with images that carry the mood of Ireland’s wild west.
Your Pros
Itinerary
This itinerary is subject to change due to weather, local conditions, and other factors.
April 24, 2028: Arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), Shannon, Ireland anytime today. Air travel delays are common. Please arrive early, possibly even the day prior, so you don’t miss any of the workshop.
We’ll check in to our hotel in Shannon, and have a welcome dinner to go over details for our departure in the morning.
April 25–27, 2028: Explore County Clare Coastline, Inisheer Stay, Burren Hike
These first couple of days, we will explore the potential of this untamed coastline. This area bursts with photographic subjects, whether a rusty shipwreck lying on the rocks, a black-and-white lighthouse, or cute stone cottages with colorful doors. We’ll take a boat trip for a couple of nights’ stay on Inisheer (Innis Oirr), one of the Aran Islands, where we’ll explore the fantastic maze of dry stone walls intersecting lush green farmland. We’ll also be doing a clifftop hike and a location shoot at the Burren—an other-worldly landscape of cracked limestone rocks and boulders.
April 27–29, 2028: Dingle Peninsula Exploration, Dunquin Pier Visit, Coastal Drive
Filled with photographic potential, the Dingle Peninsula offers everything from elevated sweeping vistas to intimate seascape scenes. We’ll stay in the heart of Dingle itself, a typical Irish town full of color and charm. Walking around the streets with a camera will ensure your memory card is well-used. We will photograph Dunquin Pier—one of the most photogenic piers on the planet—and drive to some of the impressive coastal sections in the area.
April 29 – May 1, 2028: Great Blasket Island Stay, Abandoned Village Visit, Boat Tour
One of Ireland’s best secrets, the Blasket Islands, is home to an abandoned village in a photogenic bay—perfect for anyone with a camera. We’ll be staying in some of the original village cottages, which have been renovated to ensure they keep their original character. Although basic in amenities (no power!), they offer the perfect getaway for a couple of days with only a few hundred seals and the odd sheep for company. If the sea cooperates, we’ll end our stay here with a boat tour around the archipelago of six islands, all dramatic in appearance, with Cathedral Rocks being a particular highlight.
May 1–3, 2028: Exploring Connemara: Fishing Huts Visit, Irish Cottages
Our final two days in Connemara are based at the Leenane Hotel, set on the shores of Killary Fjord, where steep coastal scenery meets the quiet, weather-shaped character of western Ireland.
From here, we’ll photograph a landscape of winding valleys, lakes, rivers, and open spaces where the light rarely sits still. Reflections change with each passing shower, and the mood can shift from soft and silver to dark and dramatic in minutes.
Along the coast and in sheltered inlets, we’ll work with fishing huts and small harbors that speak to Connemara’s long connection with the sea. Inland, rolling hills and abandoned Irish cottages offer quieter compositions built around history, texture, and solitude.
These final sessions are about slowing down, reading the weather, and working with mood, scale, and place. Connemara rewards patience, and we’ll help you make the most of its wild western light.
May 3, 2028: Optional Sunrise Experience, Breakfast, Departure from Shannon
Our final morning we’ll have an optional sunrise shoot, followed by breakfast and checkout before we head down to the airport.
Flights out can be made after 2:00 PM today.
Our stay on the Great Blasket Island will undoubtedly highlight the trip. But please note that there are minimal facilities on the island. We have secured the only available cottages, renovated to maintain their original charm. Everyone will need to share a room for these two nights, but the beds are comfortable. Each cottage has two bedrooms upstairs, and downstairs is a living space and kitchen. There is no restaurant, shop, or cafe, so we'll bring and prepare very basic meals that will be hot and ready for us when we return from photographing this unique location. There are flush toilets and running water, but as of this writing, no hot showers. The ferry ride to the island should be about 15 minutes, depending on the conditions. Note there is no electricity or phone service on the island, so be sure to bring plenty of batteries and a charging "brick" for our two-night stay.
Fitness
Moderate: Be prepared for varied terrain, including clifftop hikes and uneven limestone landscapes. You need to be comfortable carrying your camera gear over uneven surfaces for up to a few miles per day on uneven ground with elevation gain. Expect some boat travel and rustic accommodations on Blasket Island with limited amenities. You will share accommodations during the island stay. The pace includes early starts and photo drives, with some rest time built in.
Flights
Arrive at Shannon Airport (SNN), Shannon anytime on April 24, 2028. Flights out can be made after 2:00 PM on May 3, 2028. Air travel delays are common. Please arrive early, possibly even the day prior, so you don’t miss any of the workshop.
What to Bring
Please see our page How To Prepare For Your Workshop. We will send you a detailed information document 90 days before your workshop. This document will include specifics of where and when to meet, gear and clothing recommendations, and more.
What’s Included
- Double occupancy lodging. Single available for a $975 supplement. (Excludes Blasket Island cottages which are shared.)
- All meals, soft drinks, and snacks during the workshop.
- All permits and park fees.
- Internal flights during the workshop.
- All transportation during the workshop.
- Tips for crew, drivers, and local guides.
- Photographic guiding and instruction from 3 pros.
- Image reviews and post-processing instruction.
- Adventure, fun, inspiration, and a great time!
Not Included
- Travel to and from Shannon, Ireland.
- Unscheduled airport transfers.
- Passport and visa fees (if applicable).
- Any meals or accommodations before or after the workshop dates.
- Items of a personal nature.
- Alcoholic beverages.
- Medical Evacuation Insurance including coverage from point of injury (required).
- Travel Medical and Trip Cancellation Insurance (optional, but recommended).
- Anything else specifically not listed as included.
- Single rooming is available for a $975 supplement. (Excludes Blasket Island cottages which are shared.)
Payment Terms
- Your deposit of $4,495 will hold your space in this workshop.
- Further payment of $4,000 is due by August 1, 2027.
- The balance is due not later than December 1, 2027.
- All of our standard Terms and Conditions apply, including our cancellation and refund policy.
- Need special payment arrangements? No problem, just ask us.
Frequently Asked Questions
You'll learn to use polarizing and neutral density filters for capturing sweeping landscapes, practice macro photography with spring flowers, and explore Lightroom's technical and creative options during image review sessions.
Yes, this workshop is refundable. Cancellations made more than 150 days before the start date receive a full refund. Between 150–91 days, refunds are given for payments exceeding 50% of tuition, and between 90–61 days, for payments exceeding 75%. No refunds are available within 60 days unless your spot is filled, in which case a 100% refund is provided. All refunds are subject to a 5% administrative processing fee and are issued by the original payment method.
A moderate fitness level is required. You'll encounter varied terrain, including clifftop hikes and uneven limestone landscapes, and may need to carry camera gear over these surfaces.
Pack plenty of camera batteries and a charging brick, as there is no electricity on the island. Also, bring layers for warmth, as amenities are basic, and you'll need to be prepared for rustic conditions.
The workshop has a maximum capacity of 8 participants, ensuring a more personalized experience and ample time for individual instruction.
Accommodations vary from rustic cottages on Great Blasket Island, where you'll share rooms, to hotels with comfortable amenities. Meals are included, and you'll enjoy a mix of basic and gourmet dining experiences.
Yes, medical evacuation insurance and travel medical insurance are required. Trip cancellation insurance is optional but recommended to protect your investment.
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