Spring 2025
Photography Workshops
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Spring is without a doubt one of the most glorious seasons on the Isle of Mull. Nature re-awakens after its winter slumber to warmer weather and longer days. Fresh shoots emerge, vibrant wildflowers bloom, and raucous seabirds return to the UK after spending the winter battling squalls on the Atlantic Ocean. But the magic really begins when bursts of bright pink sea thrift emerge along the rugged coast and carpets of bluebells turn the hillsides purple.
Our Spring Wildlife Photography Workshops are designed to capture the best of Mull's wildlife with the essence of spring. Think puffins and razorbills amongst a bed of bluebells, short eared owls displaying during their breeding season, white-tailed eagles ferrying prey to their chicks, and otters taking advantage of the abundance of food in the lochs.
We'll aim to share intimate encounters and create memorable imagery with otters, watch white-tailed eagles dive for their catch, observe Atlantic puffins reuniting with their mates after the winter and excavating their burrows, and so much more.
Photo Workshop Itinerary
DAY 1
You’ll need to be in Craignure by early afternoon on your arrival day. We’ll be waiting at the ferry terminal to welcome you to Mull. After introductions, we'll drive to your accommodation to drop off your bags and belongings, grab a bite to eat and then gear up for our first exploratory drive mid-afternoon. We'll get you familiar with Mull’s geography, some familiar signs to look out for, plus some introductory fieldcraft. After a busy first day, we’ll head back to your home for the week so you can rest up in preparation for our first full day in the morning.
DAY 2
Your first full day on Mull! The start time will vary each day depending on the tides and weather conditions, we'll make a plan as a group the night before. Usually we'll head out after breakfast and stay out the whole day, enjoying glimpses of the amazing wildlife that lives on Mull. Expect otters, white-tailed eagles, golden eagles, hen harriers, buzzards, short-eared owls, red deer, fallow deer, common seals, grey seals, cetaceans, divers, mergansers, and more! The day will usually last around 10 hours so don't forget to bring your packed lunch! We'll provide hot drinks and sweet treats throughout the day.
DAYS 3-5
As Day 2 for the majority. We’ll also be taking a boat trip to the Treshnish Isles to photograph puffins and a trip with Mull Charters to watch the queen of the sky (the white-tailed eagle) up close and personal. For both boat trips, we can’t affix a guaranteed day as it’s weather dependent, so we’ll be flexible with Mother Nature’s intentions!
DAY 6
On your final morning, you'll head to the ferry terminal in time for your mid-morning sailing back to Oban. Then it’s a big farewell to Mull and we can guarantee you’ll already be planning your return!
Photographic Workshop
This trip is designed for photographers of all abilities. We'll be on hand to help at all times, whether that’s getting to grip with manual settings or experimenting with more advanced photography techniques. We'll tailor the photography portion of the trip to your needs.
In terms of equipment, you will need a DSLR / Mirrorless body with a long lens — 400 mm and above is perfect for otter photography. Alongside that, some wider-angle lenses such as the 70-200 mm will be ideal for the white-tailed eagles. If you don’t already own the kit, there are plenty of reputable lens shops that rent out photography equipment for just such occasion and we're happy to recommend a local outfitter in your country of residence.
Meet Your Photography Guides
LARA
JACKSON
Lara is a conservation biologist, award-winning wildlife photographer, Nikon Creator and Ambassador for Save The Rhino. Her work has taken her around the world and she has conducted numerous cutting-edge research projects with several critically endangered species. Combining her scientific background with her love for photography and story-telling, Lara's work has received international recognition in competitions such as Wildlife Photographer of the Year.
GEORGE
BENJAMIN
George is a UK-based wildlife photographer and photographic guide, spending most of his time in East Africa and beyond. His work has taken him from the rainforests of the Congo Basin, through to the northern climes of Canada photographing polar bears on foot. Following a brief stint as a creative in advertising, he has won a number of wildlife photography awards, as well as being widely published both nationally and internationally in prestigious publications.
Spring Photography Workshop: Important Info
2025 Dates
5th May - 10th May
12th May - 17th May
19th May - 24th May
26th May - 31st May
16th June - 21st June
23rd June - 28th June
30th June - 5th July
7th July - 12th July
14th July - 19th July
21st July - 26th July
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Guest Testimonials
"We can't wait to do it all again!"
"We had the most amazing, memorable trip with Lara and George. It’s great to spend time with professional photographers, sharing experiences and learning how best to photograph playful otters, beautiful puffins, white-tailed eagles, and many, many more species in their natural environment.
A unique quality is their sensitivity and respect for wildlife and their passion for conservation. To provide all of this in a short workshop is not something we would ever have expected. We can’t wait to do it all again."
- Dave and Shirley Reid
