Discover Landscape Photography and Outdoor Photography Workshops Across the UK
Join me for relaxed, practical landscape and seascape photography workshops across Norfolk, Suffolk, Scotland, Wales and other UK locations. I’m Dibs McCallum, a commercial photographer since 2011 with a Master’s degree in Photography and more than a decade of experience leading workshops.
Choose from affordable evening photo walks, small-group day workshops, private one-to-one tuition and residential photography trips. All experience levels are welcome, and every workshop page explains the date, price, group size, fitness requirements, equipment and travel arrangements before you book.
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Happisburgh Long-Exposure Sunset Photography Workshop
Date: Saturday 14th November 2026
Time: midday to 4pm
Price: £75 per person
Group size: maximum 6 guests
Experience: all levels welcome
Fitness: generally fit, with walking on the beach and around the sea defences
Long-exposure photography on the Norfolk coast
Winter light gives the Norfolk coast a drama of its own, and Happisburgh’s sea defences are an ideal subject for learning how to photograph it. This afternoon workshop is built around the timber groynes, moving sea and changing sky, finishing with the late light towards sunset.
With a small group, there is time for individual help throughout. I’ll work alongside you and help you make deliberate choices about filters, exposure length and composition rather than simply leaving the shutter open and hoping for the best.
What we’ll photograph
We’ll work with Happisburgh’s beach, timber groynes, sea defences, waves and wider coastal landscape. The exact viewpoints will depend on the tide, weather, light and safe access on the day.
What you’ll learn
I’ll help with exposure timing, neutral-density and graduated filters, focusing, tripod technique and composing around moving water. We’ll look at how different shutter speeds change the character of the sea and how to balance the sky with the foreground.
How the workshop will work
The workshop runs from midday until 4pm, allowing us to build towards the late-afternoon light. The pace is practical and relaxed, with time to try different exposures and review the results while we are still on location. Final meeting details will be sent to booked guests before the workshop.
What is included
• Four hours of small-group photography tuition
• A maximum of six guests
• Practical help with filters, exposure and composition
• A full set of Kase landscape filters available to borrow
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, charged batteries, spare batteries, memory cards, a useful range of lenses, landscape filters if you have them, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, camera bag, warm waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear and an umbrella or waterproofs. I have a spare set of landscape filters available to borrow.
What is not included
• Travel to, during or from the workshop
• Food and drinks
• Car-parking costs
• Camera, personal accident, travel or vehicle-breakdown insurance
Weather and safety
This is an outdoor coastal workshop in November. The exact plan may change around the tide, weather and safe access. Warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear are essential.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
The price is £75 per person. Select Book this workshop to reserve your place. Please use the contact page if you have any questions before booking.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Norwich Evening Photography Walks
Dates: choose your preferred date from the menu above
Time: 6:45pm to approximately 9:30pm
Price: £20 per person, per walk
Group size: maximum 15 guests
Experience: suitable for photographers with a basic understanding of their camera through to more experienced shooters
Fitness: easy, with slow walking while carrying your camera equipment
Evening photography through Norwich city centre
These relaxed Norwich photo walks combine architecture, street photography, cityscapes and night photography in a friendly, social setting. We begin in the evening and continue as the city lights take over, giving us a changing mixture of natural and artificial light to work with.
Everyone, including me, will be photographing. This is less formal than a structured workshop, but I’ll be close by throughout to help with settings, composition, long exposures and any problems you run into.
What we’ll photograph
Subjects may include Norwich’s architecture, elevated city views, streets and lanes, reflections, light trails, shopfronts and the changing evening sky. The route varies so that each walk can respond to the season, weather and best available light.
What you’ll learn
We’ll discuss camera settings, exposure, focusing in lower light, tripod technique, long exposures and ways to simplify busy city scenes. You can ask for as much or as little help as you need.
How the walk will work
Choose a date from the menu above, then select Book this workshop. If you would like to attend more than one walk, add each date to your basket separately.
Each session starts and finishes at an accessible public location in Norwich city centre. Your exact meeting point will be emailed a few days before the walk. Once you have paid and received your confirmation email, your booking is confirmed.
What is included
• Around two hours and 45 minutes of guided evening photography
• A relaxed, social walk with other photographers
• Practical help with settings, composition and long exposures
• A city-centre route selected around the season and available light
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, charged batteries, spare batteries, memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, camera bag, weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, an umbrella or waterproofs and a way to pay for parking if needed.
What is not included
• Travel to and from the start location
• Travel during the photo walk
• Food and drinks
• Camera, personal accident, travel or vehicle-breakdown insurance
Weather and safety
The walk takes place outdoors and the route may change around the weather, access and activity in the city centre. Please dress for the conditions and take care when using a tripod in public spaces.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My sessions are practical, sociable and free of ego, with help available whenever you need it.
Booking
The price is £20 per person for each walk. Choose your date from the menu above and select Book this workshop. Please use the contact page if you have any questions before booking.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Cantley Sugar Beet Factory Night Photography Walk
Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026
Time: 7pm to approximately 9:30pm
Price: £20 per person
Group size: maximum 15 guests
Experience: a basic understanding of manual camera settings is helpful
Fitness: easy, with slow walking while carrying your camera and tripod
Industrial night photography beside the Norfolk Broads
Cantley Sugar Beet Factory is one of Norfolk’s most atmospheric industrial subjects after dark. When the factory is active, steam, glowing windows and bright working lights create a striking contrast with the quieter Broads landscape surrounding it.
British Sugar has proposed ending beet processing at Cantley by the end of February 2027, so this winter could be your last chance to photograph the factory at night.
This is a relaxed, guided photo walk rather than a formal classroom workshop. We’ll photograph together from surrounding public areas, with help available throughout for low-light settings, composition and long exposures.
What we’ll photograph
Possible subjects include the illuminated factory, steam catching the light, reflections on the water, silhouettes, glowing windows, night skies and the wider industrial landscape. This is not a factory-access workshop and we will not enter private land.
What you’ll learn
We’ll look at exposure, white balance, focusing in the dark, working safely with a tripod and controlling very bright highlights without losing the atmosphere of the scene. I’ll also help with reflections, long exposures and simplifying a busy industrial composition.
How the evening will work
We’ll meet near Cantley and take a slow walk between viewpoints on public land. The session starts at 7pm and finishes around 9:30pm, although we may stay a little longer when the conditions are particularly good. Final meeting details will be sent to booked guests before the walk.
What is included
• Around two and a half hours of guided night photography
• Practical help with settings, focusing, composition and long exposures
• A relaxed, social photo walk with other photographers
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, charged batteries, spare batteries, memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, remote shutter release or camera timer, lens-cleaning kit, camera bag, a head torch or small torch, warm outdoor clothing, sturdy footwear, waterproofs or an umbrella and a way to pay for parking if needed. Filters are optional for this session.
What is not included
• Travel to and from the start location
• Travel during the photo walk
• Food and drinks
• Access inside the factory or onto private land
• Camera, personal accident, travel or vehicle-breakdown insurance
Weather and safety
This is an outdoor night walk near water, roads and working industrial surroundings. The route may change around access, activity and weather. Please wear suitable footwear, bring a torch and take care when using a tripod in the dark.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My sessions are practical, sociable and free of ego, with help available whenever you need it.
Booking
The price is £20 per person. Select Book this workshop to reserve your place. Please use the contact page if you have any questions before booking.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Norwich Christmas Lights Photography Walk
Date: Wednesday 9th December 2026
Time: 7pm to 9:30pm
Price: £25 per person
Group size: maximum 15 guests
Experience: all levels welcome
Fitness: easy, with gentle walking around Norwich city centre
Festive night photography in Norwich
Norwich comes alive with festive lights in December. This relaxed evening walk is a chance to photograph the city’s Christmas displays, illuminated architecture and busy seasonal atmosphere while learning how to work confidently after dark.
We’ll move at an easy pace through the city centre, stopping when the light, reflections or activity give us something interesting to work with. I’ll be on hand throughout to help with settings, composition and longer exposures.
What we’ll photograph
Possible subjects include Christmas lights and decorations, the glow of the market and shop windows, reflections on wet pavements, festive street scenes, illuminated architecture and the movement of people through the city after dark.
What you’ll learn
I’ll help with shutter speed, ISO, aperture, focusing in low light, tripod technique, mixed lighting and keeping warm highlights under control. We’ll also look at how to create atmosphere without losing the colour and detail of the lights.
How the evening will work
We’ll meet in Norwich city centre and spend around two and a half hours photographing on foot. The atmosphere is friendly and social, with time to try different approaches and ask for help. Final meeting details will be sent to booked guests before the walk.
What is included
• Around two and a half hours of guided festive night photography
• A relaxed walk with other photographers
• Practical help with settings, composition and long exposures
• A city-centre route selected around the best available displays and light
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, charged batteries, spare batteries, memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, camera bag, warm weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, an umbrella or waterproofs and a way to pay for parking if needed.
What is not included
• Travel to and from the start location
• Travel during the photo walk
• Food and drinks
• Camera, personal accident, travel or vehicle-breakdown insurance
Weather and safety
The walk takes place outdoors in December. The route may change around the weather, access and activity in the city centre. Please dress warmly and take care when using a tripod in public spaces.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My sessions are practical, sociable and free of ego, with help available whenever you need it.
Booking
The price is £25 per person. Select Book this workshop to reserve your place. Please use the contact page if you have any questions before booking.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Norfolk Dawn-to-Dusk Photography Tour
Date: Saturday 12 December 2026
Time: 6:45am to sunset, approximately ten hours
Price: £75 per person
Group size: Maximum 10 photographers
Experience: All levels welcome
Fitness: General fitness is required, with walks of up to 40 minutes from the car while carrying your equipment
Transport: A return lift from my Norwich address is available for up to three people, or you can use your own car between locations
A full day chasing Norfolk's winter light
Spend a relaxed day photographing the Norfolk coast from before sunrise through to sunset. We will work between Cromer and Great Yarmouth, following the best available light and weather rather than committing to locations that may not suit the conditions on the day.
This is a sociable photography tour rather than a formal classroom-style workshop. I will be on hand throughout to help with camera settings, composition and technique, while giving everyone time to make their own pictures.
Who this day is for
The tour is suitable for photographers of every level, from beginners who want practical help in the field to experienced photographers looking for a full day of company and creative shooting.
Where we may photograph
Our route will cover locations along the Norfolk coast between Cromer and Great Yarmouth. The exact starting point and locations will be chosen nearer the date, based on the weather, tides and where the best photographic opportunities are likely to be.
How the day works
We will begin before sunrise and continue until sunset, with breaks for breakfast and food during the day. Food and drinks are not included, so please bring what you need or be prepared to buy refreshments during our stops.
The pace will be relaxed, but this is a long winter day outdoors and some locations may involve walks of up to 40 minutes from the car with your camera equipment.
Getting there and travelling between locations
I can offer a return lift from my Norwich home address for up to three people. Alternatively, you can meet us at the first location and use your own car as we move between locations during the day. Full meeting details will be emailed before the tour.
What is included
Photography guidance from dawn until sunset
Help with camera settings, composition and working with changing light
A flexible route chosen for the day's conditions
A relaxed, small-group photography day
What to bring
Your camera, charged batteries and memory cards
A selection of lenses suitable for landscape photography
A sturdy tripod
Filters if you use them
Warm, waterproof clothing and suitable footwear
Food, drinks and any personal medication you may need
What is not included
Travel to and from Norfolk if you are not using the limited Norwich lift
Fuel, parking or other costs if you use your own vehicle
Food and drinks
Personal or equipment insurance
Weather and safety
The route may change to suit the weather, tides and safe access on the day. Please dress for a full winter day outdoors and follow any location-specific safety advice.
About your guide
I am Dibs McCallum, a commercial photographer since 2011 with a Master's degree in Photography. I will help you make the most of the conditions while keeping the day practical, friendly and focused on producing stronger photographs.
Booking
Places are limited to ten photographers. Book your place online and I will send the final meeting and route information before the day.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Felixstowe Sunrise Photography Meetup
Date: Saturday 19 December 2026
Time: Approximately 7am to midday; the exact start time will be confirmed nearer the date because it depends on the tide
Price: £10 per person
Group size: Maximum 15 photographers
Experience: All levels of photographer are welcome
Meeting point: Cobbold Point, Felixstowe; full meeting details will be emailed before the meetup
Fitness and access: Easy to moderate, with uneven coastal ground and optional access to raised sea-wall viewpoints
A friendly winter sunrise get-together
Join members of the UK Coastal Photography Group for a relaxed winter sunrise meetup at Cobbold Point in Felixstowe. This is a chance to meet other coastal photographers, enjoy the high-tide conditions and spend a sociable morning making photographs by the sea.
This is a community meetup rather than a formal photography workshop. You can work at your own pace, share ideas with the group and ask me for general advice during the morning, but there will not be structured tuition or the individual teaching provided on my small-group workshops.
All photographers are welcome
You do not need a particular camera, level of experience or photographic style to join us. Beginners, experienced photographers, phone photographers and anyone with an interest in coastal photography are equally welcome.
What we may photograph
Winter sunrise and changing colour over the Suffolk coast
High tide around the sea defences at Cobbold Point
Waves, moving water, reflections and coastal details
Long exposures if the light and conditions suit
How the morning works
We will meet at Cobbold Point before sunrise and photograph through the changing morning light. There is no fixed lesson plan: the aim is to enjoy the location, meet other photographers and come away with new pictures and new connections.
The exact start time will be confirmed nearer the date once the tide and sunrise timing are clear. We expect to finish by around midday.
What the £10 ticket covers
Your ticket reserves one of the 15 places and helps cover the planning, administration and organisation of the meetup.
Getting there
Please make your own way to Felixstowe. Travel, parking, food and drinks are not included. The precise meeting point and final timing will be emailed to everyone who books.
What to bring
Any camera or phone you enjoy using
Charged batteries and enough memory-card space
A tripod if you would like to try long exposures
Filters if you already use them; they are not essential
Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear with good grip
A lens cloth and protection from sea spray
A drink or snack for the morning
Weather, access and safety
Coastal weather and tide conditions can change quickly, so the plan may be adjusted to keep the meetup safe. Some classic viewpoints involve uneven ground or climbing onto the sea wall, but these are optional and alternative viewpoints are available. Please stay within your own ability and follow any safety guidance given on the morning.
About your host
I am Dibs McCallum, a commercial photographer since 2011, founder of the UK Coastal Photography Group and holder of a Master's degree in Photography. I will be there to welcome everyone, help the morning run smoothly and share general advice where useful.
Book your place
Places are limited to 15 photographers. Book online for £10 to reserve your place, and I will email the final timing and meeting information nearer the date.
Please read the booking and cancellation information before booking.
Norfolk Coast to Broads Landscape Photography Workshop
Date: Wednesday 20 January 2027
Time: 11:30am to sunset, approximately four hours 45 minutes
Price: £95 per person
Group size: Maximum five photographers
Experience: All abilities welcome
Transport: You will need your own vehicle to travel between locations; travel and parking costs are not included
From the Norfolk coast to a Broads sunset
Begin on the Norfolk coast, working with winter light, shoreline features and moving water, before travelling inland to finish the day photographing a windmill in the Norfolk Broads at sunset.
The route combines two distinctive Norfolk landscapes in one focused afternoon. Exact locations will be chosen around the weather, light, tides and access so that we can spend our time where the strongest photographic opportunities are likely to be.
Who this workshop is for
This workshop is suitable for all abilities. Beginners can receive step-by-step help with camera settings and exposure, while more experienced photographers can focus on composition, filters and refining their approach to changing light.
What we will photograph
Winter coastal landscapes and shoreline details
Moving water and long-exposure opportunities
Broads scenery, waterways and a windmill at sunset
The transition from afternoon light into dusk
What you will learn
Choosing camera settings for different landscape conditions
Building stronger compositions on the coast and in the Broads
Using filters and long exposure where the conditions suit
Adapting your approach as the light changes towards sunset
How the workshop works
We will start on the coast and then travel to the Norfolk Broads for sunset. The workshop provides approximately four hours 45 minutes of practical tuition in a small group, with time for individual guidance at each location.
Travel between locations
You will need your own vehicle to reach the meeting point and travel between locations during the workshop. Travel and parking costs are not included. Final meeting details and the chosen route will be emailed before the day.
What is included
Approximately four hours 45 minutes of practical landscape photography tuition
Individual help with settings, exposure, filters and composition
A maximum group of five photographers
A route selected for the expected light, weather, tides and access
What to bring
Your camera, charged batteries and memory cards
A selection of lenses suitable for landscape photography
A sturdy tripod
Neutral-density and graduated filters if you have them
Warm, waterproof clothing and suitable footwear
A lens cloth and protection for your equipment
Weather and safety
Locations may change if the weather, tides or access make another option more productive or safer. Please dress for a winter afternoon outdoors and follow any location-specific safety advice.
About your guide
I am Dibs McCallum, a commercial photographer since 2011 with a Master's degree in Photography. I will help you make informed technical choices while developing photographs that reflect your own way of seeing the Norfolk landscape.
Booking
Places are limited to five photographers so that everyone receives proper individual support. Book online to secure your place.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Date: Saturday 23 January 2027
Time: 7:00 am–11:00 am
Price: £45 per person
Group size: Maximum 10 photographers
Fitness level: Easy to moderate
Gunton Sunrise Seascape Photography Workshop
Join me for an early-morning seascape photography workshop on the coast at Gunton, just north of Lowestoft.
We’ll meet at 7:00 am, approximately 50 minutes before sunrise, giving us time to reach the beach, get set up and begin photographing during the changing pre-dawn light.
Sunrise is expected at approximately 7:49 am, with high tide predicted at around 10:03 am. This should give us a good variety of conditions as the light develops and the tide rises around Gunton’s weathered sea defences and groynes.
The beach has a wide selection of coastal structures, broken defences and foreground details to work with. Depending on the conditions, we’ll photograph waves moving around the structures, long exposures, patterns in the water and wider coastal landscapes.
From the car park, it’s around a 20-minute walk along a proper footpath to Ness Point, the most easterly point in the UK. You’re welcome to head down there to photograph sunrise before joining us at Gunton, where there will still be plenty of compositions around the old sea defences, groynes and breaking waves. I’ve included a few photographs I’ve taken there on previous visits—it’s a genuinely lovely spot and well worth exploring.
The session will remain at Gunton, allowing us to concentrate on the changing light and tide without losing time travelling between locations.
What we’ll cover
During the workshop, I can help with:
Camera settings and exposure
Composing coastal landscapes
Using shutter speed creatively
Photographing moving water
Long-exposure techniques
Using neutral-density and graduated filters
Focusing in low light
Protecting highlights around sunrise
Choosing lenses and viewpoints
Keeping equipment clean around salt spray
I’ll be photographing alongside the group and explaining the compositions and camera settings I’m considering. You’re welcome to ask as many questions as you like, receive direct help with your camera or work more independently.
Breakfast break
We’ll take a short break during the session for a hot drink and breakfast at the van.
The workshop price includes:
A sausage sandwich or vegetarian equivalent
Tea or coffee
Please let me know in advance if you would like the vegetarian option or have any food allergies or dietary requirements. Although reasonable care will be taken, I cannot guarantee an allergen- or sand-free preparation environment, due to cooking on my Cadac gas stove in the van.
What to bring
DSLR or mirrorless camera
Wide-angle or standard zoom lens
Sturdy tripod
Filters, if you have them
Spare batteries and memory cards
Cup or mug
Deck chair or something to sit on and have a chinwag for a bit
Lens cloths and cleaning equipment
Warm, waterproof clothing
Gloves and a hat
Waterproof boots or sturdy footwear
The beach will require suitable footwear; I have found over the years that people tend to prefer to wear comfy wellies such as Muck Boots, ROCKFISH or similar brands.
If you’re unfamiliar with your camera, bring its manual or download it to your phone before travelling. Please don’t rely on having a reliable internet connection at the location.
Weather, tides and safety
The exact shooting positions will depend on the weather, sea conditions and the behaviour of the tide on the morning.
We’ll maintain a safe distance from the water and won’t climb onto unstable sea defences or place ourselves where waves could cut off the route back along the beach.
If conditions make the planned area unsafe, the session may be adjusted, relocated or postponed.
Meeting information
The precise meeting point, parking information and my contact number will be emailed to everyone before the workshop.
Booking
The price is £45 per person, including the four-hour photography session, individual guidance, a breakfast sandwich and a hot drink.
Places are limited to ten photographers.
Book online to secure your place. Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
London Thames Photography Workshop
Date: Friday 12th February 2027
Time: 2 pm–7 pm
Price: £90 per person
Group size: Maximum 10 photographers
Fitness level: Moderate
Expect approximately four to five miles of predominantly level walking. We’ll be on our feet for much of the workshop, with opportunities to rest while photographing and during the river-boat journey.
Photograph London from daylight into the night
Join me for a five-hour photography workshop following the River Thames from the modern architecture of North Greenwich to some of central London’s most recognisable views.
We’ll begin at The O2, then follow the Thames toward the Thames Barrier. From there, we’ll continue to Woolwich and take a river boat into central London, giving us a completely different view of the capital.
We’ll arrive in central London for the evening light and sunset before continuing through blue hour and into darkness. This allows us to photograph architecture, urban landscapes, reflections and illuminated landmarks in several very different lighting conditions.
Meeting point
We’ll meet at Costa Coffee inside The O2 at North Greenwich.
The O2 is immediately beside North Greenwich Underground station on the Jubilee line. Please arrive in enough time to be ready to leave promptly at 2 pm.
Full meeting instructions and my contact number will be emailed to everyone before the workshop.
Planned route
Our intended route includes:
The Greenwich Peninsula and its modern riverside architecture
The Thames Barrier
A river-boat journey from Woolwich into central London
The Shard, Tower Bridge and the surrounding riverside around sunset
Blue-hour and night photography along the South Bank
Millennium Bridge and views towards St Paul’s Cathedral
Reflections, illuminated architecture and passing traffic
We expect to finish near a convenient Underground or mainline station, most likely around Waterloo, Blackfriars or London Bridge.
The precise route may change around the weather, river-boat timetable, access and the most promising available light.
Photography throughout the session
The workshop will offer opportunities to photograph:
Urban landscapes
Modern and historic architecture
Street scenes
Sunset and blue hour
Reflections and illuminated buildings
Long exposures and light trails
London’s skyline and riverside landmarks
Views featuring the Shard, Tower Bridge and St Paul’s Cathedral
Tuition and guidance
I’ll be photographing alongside the group throughout the session rather than simply leading you between locations.
I’ll talk through the compositions I’m considering, explain why I’m making particular decisions and show you the settings and results on my own camera. You’re welcome to watch how I approach each location, ask as many questions as you like or work more independently.
I can also help directly with your camera, show you where to find particular settings and talk you through making the photograph yourself.
The amount of tuition is entirely up to you. Some photographers prefer regular guidance, while others mainly want the planned route and occasional advice. Both approaches are absolutely fine.
A basic understanding of aperture, shutter speed and ISO is recommended, but you don’t need to be an expert. I can help with:
Camera settings and exposure
Composition and lens choice
Photographing architecture and urban landscapes
Long exposures and moving water
Working through sunset and blue hour
Focusing after dark
Controlling bright highlights
Reflections, light trails and illuminated buildings
What to bring
DSLR or mirrorless camera
Spare batteries and memory cards
Wide-angle lens
Standard or telephoto zoom lens
Sturdy tripod
Lens-cleaning equipment
Comfortable footwear
Warm, waterproof clothing
Food and drink
Oyster card or contactless payment card
Pack as lightly as you reasonably can because we’ll be moving between several locations.
If you’re not completely familiar with your camera, bring its manual or download it to your phone before travelling. Please don’t rely on having a reliable internet connection throughout the route.
Travel costs
River-boat, Underground and other public-transport fares are not included in the workshop price.
At the currently published fares, the river boat from Woolwich into central London costs approximately £12.40 per person using Oyster or contactless payment.
If you need to return to North Greenwich by Underground after the workshop, the additional journey is currently approximately £3.10.
Please allow approximately £16–£20 for travel during and immediately after the workshop. Fares, timetables and the final finishing station will be checked and confirmed before the workshop, as these may change before February 2027.
What is included
Five hours of guided photography
A carefully planned route through east and central London
Practical tuition and individual help
Guidance with your own camera
Demonstrations using my camera
Composition and technical advice
Sunset, blue-hour and night-photography sessions
What is not included
River-boat, Underground or other public-transport fares
Food and drinks
Travel to the meeting point or home from the finishing location
Parking and shared fuel costs
Camera equipment
Personal accident, travel or camera-equipment insurance
Weather and flexibility
This is an outdoor February workshop, so please bring warm, waterproof clothing and suitable footwear.
The route may be adjusted around the weather, river services, access, safety and the best available light. If the river boat is disrupted, we’ll use an alternative public-transport route into central London.
Booking
The price is £90 per person, with a maximum of ten photographers.
Book online to secure your place. Full joining instructions, the confirmed meeting point, transport information and the expected finishing station will be emailed before the workshop.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Norfolk Broads to Coast Landscape Photography Workshop
Date: Wednesday 24 February 2027
Time: 12:30pm to sunset, approximately five hours
Price: £95 per person
Group size: Maximum five photographers
Experience: All abilities welcome
Transport: You will need your own vehicle to travel between locations; travel and parking costs are not included
Photograph the Norfolk Broads before a coastal sunset
Start among the waterways, reed beds, boats and windmills of the Norfolk Broads, then travel to the coast to photograph the final light and sunset over a very different landscape.
The route is planned around the conditions rather than fixed regardless of the weather. Exact locations will be selected nearer the day using the forecast, light, tides and access, giving us the best chance of productive photography throughout the afternoon.
Who this workshop is for
All abilities are welcome. Whether you are learning to take control of your camera or already comfortable with manual settings, the small group allows time for individual help and more advanced creative discussion.
What we will photograph
Broads waterways, reed beds, boats and windmills
Reflections, texture and changing winter light
Norfolk coastal scenery and moving water
Sunset and the transition into dusk
What you will learn
Camera settings for varied landscape subjects and light
Composition across open Broads and coastal locations
Using filters and long exposure where appropriate
Responding to changing weather rather than relying on one planned picture
How the workshop works
We will spend the first part of the afternoon in the Norfolk Broads before travelling to the coast for sunset. You will receive approximately five hours of practical tuition, with time to work independently as well as receive one-to-one guidance.
Travel between locations
You will need your own vehicle to reach the meeting point and travel between locations. Travel and parking costs are not included. The final route and meeting information will be emailed before the workshop.
What is included
Approximately five hours of practical landscape photography tuition
Individual help with camera settings, exposure, filters and composition
A maximum group of five photographers
A route chosen around the expected weather, light, tides and access
What to bring
Your camera, charged batteries and memory cards
A selection of landscape lenses
A sturdy tripod
Neutral-density and graduated filters if you have them
Warm, waterproof clothing and suitable footwear
A lens cloth and weather protection for your equipment
Weather and safety
The route may change if the forecast, tides or access make an alternative location more productive or safer. Please prepare for winter conditions and follow any safety guidance given at each location.
About your guide
I am Dibs McCallum, a commercial photographer since 2011 with a Master's degree in Photography. I will help you understand the decisions behind each photograph while giving you space to develop your own approach to the Norfolk landscape.
Booking
Places are limited to five photographers to protect the quality of the tuition. Book online to secure your place.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Norfolk Coastal Long-Exposure Photography Workshop
Date: Saturday 10 April 2027
Time: 2:30pm to sunset, approximately five hours 15 minutes
Price: £95 per person
Group size: Maximum five photographers
Experience: All abilities welcome
Transport: You will need your own vehicle to reach and move between locations; travel and parking costs are not included
Long-exposure photography on the Norfolk coast
Spend the afternoon photographing the Norfolk coast before working through the changing light towards sunset. Moving water, waves, groynes and sea defences provide strong subjects for learning how long exposure can simplify a scene and create a sense of movement.
Exact locations will be chosen nearer the date around the weather, tides, light and safe access. This flexible approach gives us a better chance of finding conditions that suit both long-exposure technique and strong coastal compositions.
Who this workshop is for
The workshop is open to all abilities. Beginners will receive clear practical help with settings, focusing and exposure, while experienced photographers can refine filter choices, shutter speeds and composition in a small group.
What we will photograph
Waves and moving water along the Norfolk coast
Groynes, sea defences and shoreline structures
Minimal and long-exposure coastal compositions
The changing colour and contrast leading into sunset
What you will learn
Selecting shutter speeds to control how movement appears
Calculating and refining long exposures
Focusing accurately and keeping the camera stable
Using neutral-density and graduated filters
Building balanced compositions around coastal features
How the workshop works
We will work at one or more coastal locations from mid-afternoon until sunset. The small group provides approximately five hours of practical tuition, with individual support and time to experiment with different exposures and compositions.
Travel between locations
You will need your own vehicle to reach the meeting point and move between locations if the conditions require it. Travel and parking costs are not included. Final meeting information will be emailed before the workshop.
What is included
Approximately five hours of practical coastal photography tuition
Individual help with exposure, focusing, filters and composition
A maximum group of five photographers
Locations selected around the expected weather, tides, light and access
What to bring
Your camera, charged batteries and memory cards
A wide-angle or standard landscape lens
A sturdy tripod
Neutral-density and graduated filters if you have them; they are useful but not required
Warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear with good grip
A lens cloth and protection from sea spray
Weather, tides and safety
Coastal conditions can change quickly, so the location or plan may be adjusted for the weather, tides and safe access. Please follow all guidance on the day and never enter moving water to reach a composition.
About your guide
I am Dibs McCallum, a commercial photographer since 2011 with a Master's degree in Photography. I will help you understand the technical process behind long exposure and use it purposefully rather than as an effect for its own sake.
Booking
Places are limited to five photographers so that everyone receives meaningful individual help. Book online to secure your place.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Photography trips away
Small-group residential workshops with practical tuition in some of the UK’s strongest landscape locations. Open any trip to see its current price, availability, accommodation, meal plan and payment options.
Norfolk Coast and Broads Residential Photography Workshop
Dates: Monday 11th to Saturday 16th January 2027 (six days / five nights)
Price: £1,350 per person, with a private room
Deposit: £350 per person
Balance: £1,000 due 12 November 2026, 60 days before the trip
Accommodation: five nights, with a private bedroom for each guest
Group size: maximum 4 guests
Experience: suitable for a range of experience levels
Transport: collection and return to Norwich airport or train station, plus transport between workshop locations, are included
Norfolk coast and Broads in one winter trip
After more than a decade of running photography workshops in Norfolk, one request has come up again and again: can we photograph both the coast and the Broads in the same trip? This winter residential brings the two together, with sunrise shoots along the east coast, sunset sessions around the Broads, and proper time between locations for editing, image review and fine-art printing.
We’ll be based in a private house around Caister and Great Yarmouth. That keeps us close to a wide choice of coastal subjects while giving us straightforward access to the Broads and its windmills.
Likely locations
Possible coastal locations include Lowestoft’s old jetty, Caister’s sea defences, Sea Palling and quieter stretches of the Norfolk and Suffolk coast. Evening sessions may take us to windmills and waterside locations around the Broads, with one coastal sunset included when the conditions suit it.
The exact locations and running order will be chosen around the weather, tides, access and the best available light. This is a working landscape photography workshop rather than a fixed sightseeing itinerary.
How the week will work
Monday: arrive and settle into the accommodation, followed by an introductory session and our first sunset shoot.
Tuesday to Friday: sunrise photography on the coast, a relaxed break for breakfast and rest, then guided editing, image review or printing before heading out again for the evening light.
Saturday: a final sunrise if conditions make it worthwhile, followed by breakfast and a closing image-review and printing session. We’ll finish around lunchtime.
The winter days make this rhythm practical. You will still have time to warm up, eat and rest rather than being expected to shoot continuously from dawn until dusk.
From capture to print with PermaJet
This is more than a location tour. We’ll take selected photographs through the complete process from capture to finished print.
I’ll help you refine your raw files, make considered editing decisions, prepare images for print and compare how photographs respond to different paper surfaces. As a PermaJet ambassador, I’ll have a selection of PermaJet photographic and fine-art papers available so you can see how paper choice changes an image’s character.
Accommodation and food
Five nights’ accommodation are included, with each guest having a private bedroom. Breakfasts, packed lunches, evening meals, tea, coffee, water and planned snacks are included. Meals will be arranged around the photography schedule using the accommodation and local cafés, pubs or other food providers. One local pub meal is planned when the itinerary and opening hours allow. Alcoholic drinks are not included.
I’ll contact everyone before the trip to collect dietary requirements. Please contact me before booking if you have a severe allergy or a requirement that may need specialist preparation, so I can confirm what can be accommodated safely.
Getting there and transport
Collection and return to Norwich airport or train station can be arranged, and transport between the scheduled workshop locations and fuel are included in my five-seat van. The van has 240V mains power for charging camera and drone batteries, plus a camping stove for tea and coffee between shoots.
Who this workshop is for
The workshop is suitable for a range of experience levels. Tuition is adapted to the individual, whether you want help becoming more confident with the camera, improving composition and long exposures, developing a more consistent editing workflow or learning how to prepare photographs for print.
Some locations involve sand, shingle, uneven ground and cold winter conditions. We’ll choose alternatives where possible, but please contact me before booking if you have any access or mobility concerns.
What is included
• Five nights’ accommodation in a private bedroom
• Breakfasts, packed lunches, evening meals and planned snacks
• Tea, coffee and water during the residential
• Landscape photography tuition throughout the residential
• Sunrise and sunset location sessions
• Guided editing, image review and printing
• Use of a selection of PermaJet papers for workshop prints
• Collection and return to Norwich airport or train station by prior arrangement
• Transport between scheduled workshop locations and fuel
• 240V charging facilities for camera and drone batteries in the van
What is not included
• Travel to and from Norwich or the accommodation
• Alcoholic drinks or additional food and drinks outside the planned meals
• Personal travel or equipment insurance
• Additional prints or materials beyond those provided during the workshop
What to bring
Bring your camera, lenses, a sturdy tripod, spare batteries, memory cards and any filters you already use. A laptop with your preferred editing software is strongly recommended for the editing and printing sessions.
If you are not completely familiar with your camera, bring the manual or download it to your phone before travelling. Some locations have unreliable mobile coverage, so please do not rely on being able to access it online.
Weather and flexibility
Locations and timings may change around the weather, tides, access and the best available light. Suitable warm, waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear are essential, and safety always comes first.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
The price is £1,350 per person, including five nights’ accommodation in a private bedroom, the planned meals and transport between scheduled workshop locations. A £350 deposit secures your place, with the remaining £1,000 due on 12 November 2026, 60 days before the trip starts. There are only four places.
Full accommodation details and arrival information will be supplied to confirmed guests before the workshop.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
North Devon and North Cornwall Photography Workshop
Dates: Monday 1st to Friday 5th February 2027 (five days / four nights)
Price: £775 per person, with a private room
Deposit: £300 per person
Balance: due 3 December 2026, 60 days before the trip
Accommodation: four nights, with a private room for each guest
Group size: maximum 4 guests
Experience: some experience needed; you should be comfortable shooting in manual
Getting there: a return lift from Norwich is available by prior arrangement; otherwise, meet us at the accommodation
A winter photography trip on the wild Atlantic coast
This residential landscape photography workshop explores one of the UK’s most dramatic stretches of coastline, where rugged cliffs, sea stacks, folded rock formations and wild beaches run from North Devon into North Cornwall. Based around Bude, we are well placed to work on both sides of the border.
February brings low winter light, big skies and powerful Atlantic seas. It is exactly the sort of weather that can produce atmospheric photographs.
Who this workshop is for
This trip suits photographers who understand the exposure triangle and are comfortable shooting in manual. We will build on that with composition, filters, long exposures, reading conditions and optional editing support back at the accommodation.
If you are completely new to your camera, one of my day workshops is a better place to start. Use the contact page if you would like help choosing.
Likely locations
Likely locations include Hartland Quay, Bedruthan Steps, Trevose Head Lighthouse, Widemouth Bay, Sandymouth Bay, Duckpool, Crackington Haven and Boscastle. Exact locations will be chosen around weather, tides, wind direction and safety.
How the week will work
Monday: arrive and check in, followed by a sunset shoot.
Tuesday to Thursday: sunrise, breakfast and photography through the day until sunset, with breaks chosen around the conditions.
Friday: one final sunrise shoot before checking out and heading home.
The pace is friendly and unhurried, with time to enjoy the locations as well as photograph them.
Accommodation and food
You will have a private room in accommodation chosen for good access to both coastlines. A light breakfast of cereal, toast, orange juice, tea and coffee is provided each morning. Lunches, dinners, snacks and alcoholic drinks are not included.
Getting there and transport
Transport between workshop locations and fuel are included in my five-seat van. The van has 240V mains power for charging camera and drone batteries, plus a camping stove for tea and coffee between shoots.
A return lift from Norwich is available by prior arrangement; otherwise, meet us at the accommodation.
What is included
• Four nights’ accommodation in a private room
• A light breakfast each morning
• Five days of small-group photography tuition
• Transport between workshop locations and fuel
• 240V charging facilities for camera and drone batteries in the van
• Loan of landscape filters or a tripod if needed
• Personal guidance throughout the trip
What is not included
• Lunches, dinners, snacks and alcoholic drinks
• Travel insurance, personal accident insurance or camera insurance
• Your own camera equipment and clothing
• Travel to the meeting point unless a Norwich lift has been agreed in advance
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, spare batteries and memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, warm waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear, a torch and a bath towel. I have spare landscape filters available to borrow.
If you are not fully familiar with your camera, bring the manual or download it to your phone before travelling. Do not rely on having an internet connection while we are out.
Weather and flexibility
Expect rapidly changing winter weather, uneven coastal paths, beaches, rocky ground, cliff-top areas and exposed viewpoints. Suitable waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear are essential. Locations and timings may be adjusted to make the best of the conditions and keep the group safe.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. I work with PermaJet, Kase Filters, F-Stop Gear, Leofoto and South West Optics. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
The price is £775 per person, including four nights’ accommodation in a private room and a light breakfast each morning. You can pay in full or reserve your place with a £300 deposit through the website. The remaining balance will be charged automatically to the same card on 3 December 2026, 60 days before the trip starts.
If you prefer to pay by BACS, use the contact page and I will send the details privately. Your place is secured once the deposit is received.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Moray Coast and Cairngorms Photography Workshop
Dates: Monday 15th to Saturday 20th March 2027 (six days)
Price: £1,195 per person, with a private room
Deposit: £350 per person
Balance: due 14 January 2027, 60 days before the trip
Accommodation: included, with a private room for each guest
Group size: maximum 4 guests
Experience: some experience needed; you should be comfortable shooting in manual
Fitness: moderate, with walks of up to around 40 minutes over varied ground
Getting there: collection and drop-off in Inverness or at a nearby railway station are available by prior arrangement
A varied week of coast, mountains and moorland
This residential landscape photography workshop explores one of Scotland’s most wonderfully varied corners. We’ll work with the rugged Moray and Aberdeenshire coast, including harbours, sea stacks and lighthouses, with the option to head inland to the Cairngorms, Dava Moor and the open moorland beyond.
Six days gives us proper time to build a varied set of images: coastal light one day, mountains and moorland the next. March brings quieter locations, low light and real atmosphere, with a good chance of dramatic, changeable conditions and even snow on the higher ground.
Who this workshop is for
This trip is a step up from my day workshops. It is for photographers with the basics under their belt, including a working understanding of aperture, shutter speed and ISO and how to shoot in manual. Everything beyond that, including composition, filters, long exposures, reading the conditions and editing back at base, is what we’ll build on together over the six days.
If you are brand new to your camera, one of my one-day workshops is a better place to start. Drop me a line and I’ll point you in the right direction.
Likely locations
The Moray Coast offers a brilliant mix of beaches, harbours, cliffs, sea stacks, lighthouses and smaller coastal details. Depending on the weather, we may also head inland towards the Cairngorms and Dava Moor for moorland, woodland, rivers and big mountain backdrops.
One day is likely to take us further east towards Rattray Head Lighthouse and the North Aberdeenshire coast, with the possibility of including one of the area’s castles. Exact locations will be chosen around the weather, light, wind direction and road conditions rather than a fixed list.
How the week will work
Monday: meet in the early afternoon, check in and head out for a sunset shoot, followed by a dinner outing or food stop depending on timing.
Tuesday to Friday: sunrise starts and photography through the day, with breakfast or a stop en route depending on conditions, then another session through to sunset. This is likely to include a day travelling east towards Rattray Head and the Aberdeenshire coast.
Saturday: one final sunrise shoot before checking out and heading home.
We’ll chase the best light at a friendly, unhurried pace, with enough time to take in the places we visit.
Accommodation and food
You’ll have your own private room in well-located accommodation, chosen to give us good access to the Moray Coast while keeping the Cairngorms, Dava Moor and the surrounding area within easy reach.
A light breakfast is provided each morning: cereal, toast, orange juice, tea and coffee. Lunches and dinners are not included, which keeps the price down and the days flexible. Most evenings we’ll eat back at the accommodation or head out if the group fancies it; we’ll decide as we go.
Getting there and transport
Transport between workshop locations and fuel are included in my five-seat van. The van has 240V mains power for charging camera and drone batteries, plus a camping stove for tea and coffee between shoots.
Collection and drop-off in Inverness or at a nearby railway station are available by prior arrangement.
What is included
• Accommodation with your own private room
• A light breakfast each morning
• Small-group photography tuition throughout the trip
• Transport between workshop locations and fuel
• Collection and drop-off in Inverness or at a nearby railway station by prior arrangement
• 240V charging facilities for camera and drone batteries in the van
• Loan of landscape filters or a tripod if needed
• Personal guidance throughout the trip
What is not included
• Lunches, dinners, meals out, snacks and alcoholic drinks
• Travel to Inverness or the agreed railway-station meeting point
• Your own camera equipment and clothing
• Personal accident, travel and camera-equipment insurance
• Suitable breakdown cover if you choose to use your own vehicle
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, spare batteries and memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, camera bag, warm waterproof clothing, sturdy footwear, umbrella, torch and a bath towel. I have spare landscape filters you are welcome to borrow.
Weather and flexibility
March in Scotland can bring rain, wind, cold conditions and snow on higher ground. Locations and timings will be adjusted around the light, weather and road conditions, with safety always coming first.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. I work with PermaJet, Kase Filters, F-Stop Gear, Leofoto and South West Optics. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
The price is £1,195 per person, including accommodation in a private room and a light breakfast each morning. A £350 deposit secures your place, with the remaining balance due on 14 January 2027, 60 days before the trip starts. There are only four places.
You can pay the deposit by BACS, which is preferred because it keeps transaction fees down, or through the website checkout. Please use the contact page if you would like the BACS details or have any questions about the trip, equipment or travel.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Northumberland Coast Photography Workshop
Dates: Monday 19th to Friday 23rd April 2027 (five days / four nights)
Price: £1,425 per person, with a private room
Deposit: £400 to secure your place, with the £1,025 balance due on 18 February 2027, 60 days before the trip
Accommodation: four nights, with your own private room
Group size: four guests maximum
Experience: suitable for photographers who understand the basics of aperture, shutter speed and ISO
Fitness: expect walks over beaches, dunes, grass and uneven coastal paths while carrying your equipment
Transport: optional return transport from my Norwich address, plus transport between workshop locations, is included
A proper Northumberland photography adventure
Northumberland is made for landscape photography: long beaches, tidal islands, fishing villages, rugged headlands and castles rising straight out of the coast. This five-day residential workshop gives us time to work with changing tides, weather and light instead of racing through a fixed checklist of locations.
I keep these trips deliberately small. With only four guests, everyone gets proper tuition and enough room to work. I will take care of the driving between locations in my van and adapt the plan around the most promising conditions, leaving you free to concentrate on your photography. The van has 240V mains power for charging camera and drone batteries, plus a camping stove for tea and coffee between shoots.
Likely locations
The final itinerary will depend on the weather, tides and access conditions, but likely locations include:
• Bamburgh Beach and Bamburgh Castle
• Craster, Embleton Bay and views towards Dunstanburgh Castle
• Holy Island and Lindisfarne when the safe causeway times suit the light
• Howick and the rocky coastline around Rumbling Kern
• Alnmouth and its tidal estuary
• An inland viewpoint towards the Cheviot Hills when conditions favour it
These are possibilities rather than a rigid promise. The advantage of a small residential trip is that we can go where the light and weather are working best.
How the week will work
Monday: travel north, arrive during the afternoon, settle into the accommodation and head out for our first evening shoot.
Tuesday to Thursday: sunrise, coastal and landscape sessions planned around the tides and forecast, with breaks for meals. On whichever day best suits the weather, we will spend roughly half a day back at the accommodation editing and making prints before heading out again for the later light.
Friday: a final early session, breakfast, check-out and the journey home.
This is a working outline rather than a timetable that forces us to stay in the wrong place when the best light is happening somewhere else.
From capture to print with PermaJet
I am proud to be a PermaJet Brand Ambassador. Printing became an important part of my own practice while I was studying photography in 2013, and I still think it is the final, too-often-overlooked stage of making a photograph.
During our half-day session we will select and edit photographs from the trip, look at colour, soft proofing and print preparation, and compare how surface, texture and paper tone can change the feel of an image. I will bring a selection of PermaJet photographic and fine-art papers so we can make informed choices rather than printing everything on the same stock.
The session will be practical and relaxed. We will aim for everyone to leave with a finished print made during the workshop.
Accommodation and food
We will stay together in a comfortable private house positioned to give us sensible access to the coast. Every guest will have their own private bedroom.
Breakfasts, packed lunches, evening meals, tea, coffee, water and planned snacks are included. Meals will be arranged around the photography schedule using the accommodation and local cafés or pubs. Alcoholic drinks are not included.
I’ll contact everyone before the trip to collect dietary requirements. Please contact me before booking if you have a severe allergy or a requirement that may need specialist preparation, so I can confirm what can be accommodated safely.
Getting there from Norwich
If you are travelling from Norfolk, you are welcome to leave your car at my Norwich address and travel with me in the van to Northumberland and back again. I will also drive the group between workshop locations throughout the trip.
This is optional. If you would rather make your own way to the accommodation or use your own vehicle during the trip, that is absolutely fine. The exact Norwich meeting address and departure details will be sent privately to booked guests.
Who this workshop is for
This trip is best suited to photographers who are already comfortable with the basic relationship between aperture, shutter speed and ISO. You do not need to be an expert. I will help with composition, exposure, filters, long exposures and responding to difficult conditions.
Some locations involve walking over sand, dunes, grass and uneven coastal paths while carrying equipment. The Craster approach towards Dunstanburgh is approximately 1.3 miles each way. The route and pace will be adapted sensibly, but guests should be comfortable with this general level of activity.
What is included
• Four nights’ accommodation in a private room
• Breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
• Tea, coffee, water and planned snacks
• Small-group tuition throughout the workshop
• Optional return transport from my Norwich address to Northumberland
• Transport between workshop locations
• A practical editing and fine-art printing session
• Use of PermaJet photographic and fine-art papers during the printing session
• Loan of a tripod and landscape filters if requested in advance
• 240V mains power for charging camera and drone batteries in the van
What is not included
• Alcoholic drinks or additional food and drinks outside the planned meals
• Travel to and from my Norwich address if you use the included lift option
• Admission, parking or boat costs unless expressly listed as included
• Personal, travel and camera-equipment insurance
• Suitable breakdown cover if you choose to use your own vehicle
Weather, tides and flexibility
Northumberland’s coast is exposed, and the weather is part of the experience. Locations, timings and the day of the indoor editing and printing session may change so that we can make the best of the conditions and keep the group safe.
Any visit to Holy Island will depend on the published safe causeway crossing times and the conditions on the day. It will only be included when it works safely within the workshop plan.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
The price is £1,425 per person, including four nights’ accommodation in a private room and the planned meals. A £400 deposit secures your place, with the remaining £1,025 due on 18 February 2027, 60 days before the trip starts. There are only four places.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Assynt Photography Workshop
Dates: Sunday 17th to Sunday 24th October 2027
Price: £1,795 per person, with a private room
Deposit: £350 per person
Balance: due 18 August 2027, 60 days before the trip
Accommodation: seven nights in a comfortable lochside house, with a private room for each guest
Group size: maximum 4 guests
Fitness: moderate, with some longer walks of up to around one hour
Transport: between workshop locations and fuel are included
A week of landscape photography in Assynt
Join me for a week of landscape photography in Assynt and the wider north-west Highlands. We’ll work with mountains, lochs, remote beaches, rocky coastline and the rapidly changing autumn weather, choosing each day’s locations around the best available light.
Likely locations
Potential locations include Loch Assynt, Clachtoll, Loch Stack, Durness, Stoer Lighthouse, the Old Man of Stoer and a selection of quieter beaches and viewpoints. The exact itinerary remains flexible because conditions and safety come first.
Accommodation and food
We’ll stay in a comfortable lochside house with private rooms. Breakfasts, packed lunches, evening meals and snacks are included, apart from alcoholic drinks. I’ll send a menu before the trip so dietary requirements and preferences can be planned properly.
Getting there and transport
Transport between locations and fuel are included in my five-seat van. The van has 240V mains power for charging camera and drone batteries, plus a camping stove for tea and coffee between shoots.
Collection from Inverness can be arranged by prior agreement.
What is included
• Seven nights’ accommodation in a private room
• Breakfasts, packed lunches, evening meals and snacks
• Small-group photography tuition throughout the week
• Transport between workshop locations and fuel
• Collection from Inverness by prior agreement
• 240V charging facilities for camera and drone batteries in the van
• Loan of landscape filters or a tripod if needed
• Personal guidance throughout the trip
What is not included
• Alcoholic drinks
• Travel insurance, personal accident insurance or camera insurance
• Your own camera equipment and clothing
• Travel to Inverness or the agreed meeting point
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, spare batteries and memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. Filters are useful, but I have a spare set available to borrow.
If you are not fully familiar with your camera, bring the manual or download it to your phone before travelling. Do not rely on having an internet connection while we are out.
Weather and flexibility
Assynt is remote and October conditions can change quickly. Some locations involve uneven ground, exposed coast, muddy paths and longer walks. Locations and timings may be adjusted to make the best of the conditions and keep the group safe.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
Each booking includes a private room. Full payment is available through the website now.
The online £350-per-person deposit option will become available on 17 October 2026. The remaining balance will be charged automatically to the same card on 18 August 2027, 60 days before the trip starts.
If you are very keen to secure your place before online deposits open, please use the contact page. I can send the BACS details privately, and your place will be secured as soon as the £350-per-person deposit is received.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Peak District Photography Workshop
Dates: Monday 1st to Thursday 4th November 2027 (four days / three nights)
Price: £995 per person, with a private room
Deposit: £275 per person
Balance: due 2 September 2027, 60 days before the trip
Accommodation: three nights, with a private room for each guest
Group size: maximum 4 guests
Experience: a basic understanding of aperture, shutter speed and ISO is recommended
Fitness: moderate, with muddy paths, short steep sections and walks of around 20–30 minutes
Transport: between workshop locations and fuel are included
A late-autumn Peak District photography trip
This four-day small-group photography trip is based in the Hope Valley and timed for late-autumn colour. We’ll work with the conditions rather than follow a rigid list, using the area’s gorges, historic quarries, woodland and open landscapes to build a varied set of images.
Who this workshop is for
This is best suited to photographers with a basic understanding of aperture, shutter speed and ISO. You do not need to be an expert. I’ll help with composition, exposure, filters, long exposures and making practical decisions as the light and weather change.
How the week will work
We’ll meet around midday on Monday, check in and head out for our first afternoon and sunset shoot. Tuesday and Wednesday are full workshop days, planned around the weather and the best available light. Thursday gives us a final day of photography before the trip finishes after the last shoot.
The pace is relaxed, but we’ll make the most of the short November days. Exact locations are chosen around light, weather, access and safety.
Accommodation and food
Accommodation is included, with each guest having a private room. Breakfasts, packed lunches, evening meals, tea, coffee, water and planned snacks are included throughout the trip. Meals will be arranged around the photography schedule using the accommodation and local cafés or pubs. We expect to use the Yorkshire Bridge Inn when the itinerary and opening hours allow. Alcoholic drinks are not included.
I’ll contact everyone before the trip to collect dietary requirements. Please contact me before booking if you have a severe allergy or a requirement that may need specialist preparation, so I can confirm what can be accommodated safely.
Travel and transport
Transport between workshop locations and fuel are included in my five-seat van. The van has 240V mains power for charging camera and drone batteries, plus a camping stove for tea and coffee between shoots.
A return lift from Norwich may be available by prior arrangement; otherwise, meet us at the accommodation.
What is included
• Three nights’ accommodation in a private room
• Breakfasts, packed lunches and evening meals
• Tea, coffee, water and planned snacks
• Four days of small-group photography tuition
• Transport between workshop locations and fuel
• 240V charging facilities for camera and drone batteries in the van
• Loan of landscape filters or a tripod if needed
• Personal guidance throughout the trip
What is not included
• Alcoholic drinks or additional food and drinks outside the planned meals
• Travel insurance, personal accident insurance or camera insurance
• Your own camera equipment and clothing
• Travel to the meeting point unless a Norwich lift has been agreed in advance
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, spare batteries and memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, warm waterproof clothing and sturdy footwear. Filters are useful, but I have a spare set available to borrow.
If you are not fully familiar with your camera, bring the manual or download it to your phone before travelling. Do not rely on having an internet connection while we are out.
Weather and flexibility
November conditions can change quickly, so locations and timings may be adjusted to make the best of the light and keep the group safe. Suitable waterproof clothing and grippy footwear are essential.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
The price is £995 per person, including three nights’ accommodation in a private room and the planned meals. A £275 deposit secures your place, with the remaining balance due on 2 September 2027, 60 days before the trip starts. There are only four places.
If you would prefer to pay by BACS, please use the contact page and I will send the details privately. Your place is secured once the deposit is received.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
Private 1:1 photography tuition
Choose a private day built around your camera, experience and the locations you want to photograph.
A practical introduction to using your camera
This private Norfolk session is for beginners who want to move beyond automatic mode and understand what their camera is doing. We will work slowly and practically, using your own camera and real locations rather than trying to cover every piece of photographic theory at once. You can book for yourself, come with a friend, or arrange a private group of up to five people.
At a glance
• Duration: 5 hours.
• Location: An agreed Norfolk route suited to your experience, mobility and the weather. We normally aim to work at two locations during the session, unless you would prefer a different pace or format.
• Availability: Sessions can be arranged on any day of the week, with the date agreed after booking. Please allow around four to six weeks where possible.
• Experience: Designed for beginners and people returning to photography.
• Group options: One person, two people, or a private group of up to five.
What we can work on
• What aperture, shutter speed and ISO change in a photograph.
• Reading the camera's light meter and leaving automatic mode when useful.
• Autofocus, manual focus and choosing a suitable focus point.
• Simple, repeatable approaches to composition.
• Working with natural light and recognising when it changes.
• Choosing lenses and settings without overcomplicating the decision.
• Reviewing the photographs you make and understanding what to try next.
What to bring
Bring your camera, its manual if you have it, charged batteries, memory cards, suitable lenses, weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, food and drink, and a way to pay for parking if required. I can lend you a sturdy tripod, so please ask if you do not own one.
If the manual is not already on your phone, download an offline copy before the day. Some of the locations have weak or no mobile signal, so do not rely on being able to look it up online during the session.
How booking works
Choose the attendee option and book online. After payment, use the contact page so we can agree a suitable date, location and equipment. I will send the final meeting point, timing and practical details two to three days before the workshop.
Please review the current booking and cancellation terms at https://www.dibsphotography.com/workshop-information before booking.
If you are unsure whether this is the right workshop for you, email me before purchasing.
Bespoke workshops
If you would like beginner tuition at a particular place or on another subject, I can put together a bespoke workshop in Norfolk or further afield in the UK. Use the contact page with the location, number of people and what you would like to learn, and I will put together a suitable package and price. The advertised workshop prices cover locations in Norfolk. Travel and, where needed, accommodation for workshops farther afield are quoted separately in advance.
Private long-exposure tuition on the Norfolk coast
Spend five hours learning how to plan, meter and make long-exposure landscape photographs on the Norfolk coast. The session is tailored to your current experience and the subjects you want to photograph. You can book for yourself, come with a friend, or arrange a private group of up to five people.
At a glance
• Duration: 5 hours.
• Location: A pre-arranged Norfolk coast route chosen for the conditions and what you want to learn. We normally aim to work at two locations during the session, unless you would prefer to concentrate on one place or have something different in mind.
• Availability: Sessions can be arranged on any day of the week, with the date agreed after booking. Please allow around six weeks where possible.
• Experience: Some familiarity with your camera's manual controls is useful, but the tuition will be adapted to you.
• Equipment available: I can lend you a sturdy tripod, landscape filters and suitable adapters by prior arrangement.
What we can work on
• Reading the light meter and setting up the camera accurately.
• Aperture, shutter speed and ISO for long exposures.
• Manual focusing and avoiding camera movement.
• Choosing the right ND filter for the intended effect.
• Calculating exposure times and checking the result in changing light.
• Building strong coastal compositions rather than relying on the filter effect alone.
• Reviewing images and discussing practical editing decisions.
What to bring
Bring a camera with manual controls, charged batteries, memory cards, suitable lenses, weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, food and drink, and a way to pay for parking if required. Bring your tripod, cable release and filters if you own them, but ask before buying equipment specifically for the session because I may be able to lend what you need.
If you are not completely familiar with your camera, bring its manual or download an offline copy to your phone before the day. Some coastal locations have weak or no mobile signal, so do not rely on being able to look it up online during the session.
Travel to the agreed starting point, food and drink, and camera or personal-accident insurance are not included.
How booking works
Choose the attendee option and book online. After payment, use the contact page so we can agree a suitable date, location and the equipment you need. I will send the final meeting point, timing and practical details two to three days before the workshop.
Please review the current booking and cancellation terms at https://www.dibsphotography.com/workshop-information before booking.
If you are unsure whether your camera or current experience is suitable, email me before purchasing.
Bespoke workshops
If you want long-exposure tuition at a particular location, I can build a bespoke workshop around it. This can be elsewhere in Norfolk or further afield in the UK. Use the contact page with the location, number of people and what you would like to learn, and I will put together a suitable package and price. The advertised workshop prices cover locations in Norfolk. Travel and, where needed, accommodation for workshops farther afield are quoted separately in advance.
A private photography day on Norfolk’s coast and Broads
Spend five hours working with me at carefully chosen locations on the Norfolk coast, the Norfolk Broads, or a route combining both. The session is shaped around your camera, experience and the photographs you want to make. You can book for yourself, come with a friend, or arrange a private group of up to five people.
At a glance
• Duration: 5 hours.
• Location: Choose the Norfolk Broads, the Norfolk coast, or a route combining both. We normally aim to work at two locations during the session, unless you would prefer to stay in one place or have something different in mind. You can meet me at the starting point or, when agreed, travel from my home in my photography-equipped van.
• Availability: Sessions can be arranged on any day of the week, with the date agreed after booking. Please allow around six weeks where possible.
• Experience: Suitable for beginners through to experienced photographers.
• Group options: One person, two people, or a private group of up to five.
What we can work on
• Getting confident with aperture, shutter speed and ISO.
• Composition and working with changing natural light.
• Accurate focusing, metering and choosing suitable lenses.
• Long exposures and using ND filters where the conditions suit them.
• Reviewing images and discussing practical editing decisions.
What to bring
Bring your camera, charged batteries, memory cards, suitable lenses, a tripod if you own one, weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy footwear, food and drink, and a way to pay for parking if required. I can lend you a sturdy tripod and landscape filters, so please ask before buying equipment specifically for the day.
If you are not completely familiar with your camera, bring its manual or download an offline copy to your phone before the day. Some of the locations have weak or no mobile signal, so do not rely on being able to look it up online during the session.
How booking works
Choose the attendee option and the agreed Norfolk location, then book online. After payment, use the contact page so we can agree a suitable date and shape the day around what you want to learn. I will send the final meeting point, timing and practical details two to three days before the workshop.
Please review the current workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.
If you are unsure whether this is the right workshop for you, email me before purchasing and I will help you choose.
Bespoke workshops
If you have a particular location, subject or type of day in mind, I can also build a bespoke workshop for you. This can be elsewhere in Norfolk or further afield in the UK. Use the contact page with the location, number of people and what you would like to work on, and I will put together a suitable package and price. The advertised workshop prices cover locations in Norfolk. Travel and, where needed, accommodation for workshops outside the county will be quoted separately.
Norfolk Sunset Boat Photography Workshop
Date: Saturday 7th November 2026
Time: 11am to 4pm
Price: £90 per person
Group size: maximum 5 guests
Experience: all levels welcome
Fitness: generally fit, with the longest walk around 40 minutes from the car
Photograph Norfolk’s boats and coastline through to sunset
This small-group workshop is built around boats moored along the Norfolk shore, the surrounding coastal landscape and the changing light as the afternoon moves towards sunset. It is a chance to slow down, study the scene and produce a considered set of photographs rather than rush between viewpoints.
With no more than five guests, there is time for individual help throughout the session. I’ll work alongside you and help with camera settings, composition and making the most of the available light.
What we’ll photograph
We’ll explore the boats, shoreline, wider coastal landscape and details that make the location distinctive. Reflections, textures, changing skies and the relationship between the boats and their surroundings will all give us different ways to approach the scene.
What you’ll learn
I’ll help with exposure, composition, filters, tripod technique and responding to changing coastal light. Tuition is adapted to your experience, so you can join whether you are learning the controls or refining an established approach.
How the workshop will work
The session runs from 11am until 4pm, giving us time to work through the afternoon and towards sunset. The precise plan will remain flexible around the weather, light and safe access. Final meeting information will be emailed to booked guests before the workshop.
What is included
• Five hours of small-group photography tuition
• A maximum of five guests
• Practical help with camera settings and composition
• Location planning around the light and weather
• Loan of landscape filters if needed
What to bring
Bring a DSLR or mirrorless camera, charged batteries, spare batteries, memory cards, a useful range of lenses, a sturdy tripod, lens-cleaning kit, camera bag, suitable outdoor clothing, sturdy footwear and an umbrella or waterproofs if needed. I have spare landscape filters available to borrow.
What is not included
• Travel to, during or from the workshop
• Food and drinks
• Camera, personal accident, travel or vehicle-breakdown insurance
Weather and safety
This is an outdoor coastal workshop. The exact plan may change around the conditions and safe access. Please dress for the weather and be prepared to carry your equipment over the stated walking distance.
About Dibs
I am a full-time photographer based in Norfolk. I have worked commercially since 2011, hold a BA and a Master’s degree in Photography, and have been running photography workshops since 2013. My workshops are practical and relaxed, with small groups, no egos and plenty of individual help.
Booking
The price is £90 per person. Select Book this workshop to reserve your place. Please use the contact page if you have any questions before booking.
Please read the workshop booking and cancellation information before booking.