Italy Photo Workshops

Immerse yourself in the heart of the Dolomites on this 7-day summer photography workshop to Italy! July is a wonderful time to visit this alpine region, when the days are warm and the mountains are alive with the vibrant colours of the summer season. This is when wildflowers bloom and the wilderness of the surrounds take on an incredibly enchanting atmosphere. Over seven exciting days, you'll capture the jagged peaks of expansive Dolomites mountain range, where picturesque and panoramic views reign supreme. Along the way, you'll encounter lush green forests, rolling meadows and pastures, charming villages, as well as stunning lakes that look like they belong only in travel magazines. Throughout the tour, you'll be accompanied by an expert photography guide – Bruno Pisani. He knows the area like the back of his hand, so you can be sure that you'll experience all of the best locations during this journey. Not only will he keep an eye on the conditions but he'll get you to the all of the right places at the perfect times to take advantage of the gorgeous summer light. He'll also provide you with a range of post-processing masterclasses and feedback sessions, which will help you to elevate your photography skills to a higher level. If you're looking for an exciting summer getaway to one of the most inspiring locations in the world, then this seven day photography workshop to the Dolomites is for you! Do not miss out on the chance to capture this alpine paradise. Check availability by choosing a date.

Go on the adventure of a lifetime with this 7 day hiking photography workshop of the French, Swiss and Italian Alps! This legendary mountain range is famous for its spectacular scenery, stretching all the way from southern to northern Europe. It is home to a number of towering alpine peaks, the likes of which include the mythical jagged Matterhon. Charming villages and towns, lush green meadows, rolling valleys, glaciers and crystal clear streams are just some of the magnificent sights that you can expect to witness as you immerse yourself in the spectacular mountainous landscapes on this unique photography and climbing adventure. Throughout this tour, you'll be accompanied by expert photography educators, Arild Heitmann and Emma Svensson, who will ensure that you'll be at all the right places to take advantage of the best light. On-hand will be specialist IFMGA mountain guides, providing assistance as you climb to the peaks of three mountains – Castor, Pollux and Breithorn – all of which are around 4000 metres in height. While no prior mountain climbing experience is required, this tour is rated as moderate in difficulty and you should be physically fit enough to hike up to 6 hours a day with your backpack. All of your meals, transportation and accommodation will be arranged for you, meaning that you'll have all the time in the world to focus on taking in the magnificent surroundings, improving your photography skills, experiencing the alpine culture and exploring to your heart's delight. Do not miss out on the opportunity to capture the incredible beauty of the Alps! Check availability by choosing a date.

Size isn’t everything in the world of photography, and although the Dolomites aren’t exactly small, this cluster of jagged peaks is more about form, about stature of a different kind. This autumn photography tour bears witness to a mountain range that’s a work of art in itself. The Dolomites are a unique piece of natural architecture, and are even thought to have been included in the background of one of the most famous paintings of all time – the Mona Lisa. If these majestic Italian peaks were good enough for Leonardo Da Vinci, then they’re good enough for us…  From a distance the Dolomites are dramatic and imposing, but as we travel around this scenic part of northeastern Italy, we will discover an area with an unexpected soft side. Under the aggressive peaks, peaceful rivers flow through valleys that are home to charming settlements. Cottages emerge from the mist and still, turquoise lakes lie in the shadows of the mountains. Clearly, there’s an abundance of opportunities for fantastic photography here! In the autumn light we will venture out to capture the rugged peaks from plenty of angles, while always having an eye on the spectacular colours of the fall scenery all around us in this photogenic part of Italy.

Green rolling hills and steep alleys of fortified medieval towns, golden mists in the morning over Val d’Orcia and Florentine architectural marvels, silvery olive gardens and distinctive local cuisine – Tuscany is all this and much, much more. The profound feeling of tranquility pervades you from the first minutes on this bountiful land and stays with you forever.  Our base for the whole trip will be at Agriturismo Bonello located a 5 km from Pienza on the panoramic road to San Quirico D'Orcia. It’s a great place with a spectacular view, located picturesquely among famous Tuscanian rolling hills and cypress trees. Spacious rooms, large halls with massive fireplaces, a restaurant, outdoor pool will help us find the right mood to appreciate Tuscanian landscapes. And, of course, fabulous local vines and masterpieces of the local cuisine aren’t bad either!  Every day we’ll take radial trips off the villa to the fields or towns; there are plenty interesting places to shoot in any weather, we’ll barely see a tiny part of this land – but enough to understand why it became the cradle of Italian Renaissance.   Highlights of this Tour: Visit Podere Belvedere, the most-photographed villa of all Tuscany Climb the walls of Pienza and see the rolling green farmland in the valley beneath Meet the first rays of the day near the walls of Castiglione D’Orcia, one of the highest points over the famous valley Walk the farm roads in the smooth hills of Torrenieri and see its famous cypress grove Visit the tufa rock towns of Sorano, Pitigliano, and Sovana, first inhabited by ancient Etruscans – and relax in the hot thermal baths of Saturnia under the moon Walk the streets of medieval Siena, Montepulciano, San Gimignano, or Volterra Discuss the finer points of photography in a dedicated master class pavillion at the villa, complete with a projector Participate in a pizza master class from our chef at the villa