A private, guided photography workshop or tour of Ireland's and Europe's most westerly point, the ruggedly beautiful Dingle Peninsula. This workshop will suit anyone with an interest in landscape photography, travel photography and who has an interest in Ireland. Featuring rocky coves, sandy beaches, views of distant islands, high mountains, friendly animals and stunning ancient ruins Dingle sits on Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way. Learn how to make better images, improve your photography and have an enjoyable experience on a dedicated photography tour where you travel at your own pace. This tour is for one person but for €20 extra you can bring a friend or make it a dedicated photography experience. Children under 16 go free. To book, choose your date on the calendar to the left and then scroll down to choose a time slot during the day. Click Add to Cart and then OK to confirm the date and time. To move on to the PayPal stage click on Checkout on the left hand side and enter your details such as PayPal account and your name etc. After clicking submit this will take you to the PayPal site where you can finish your booking. If you have used PayPal before you should find it easy but if you have any questions please do not hesitate to use the Contact page to send me an email.

Private Photo Tour of Belfast

Belfast is one of the most compelling photography destinations in these islands right now — a city that has reinvented itself with remarkable confidence. The Victorian grandeur of City Hall and the Opera House sits alongside the soaring contemporary architecture of the Titanic Quarter. The Cathedral Quarter's cobbled streets and vibrant street art give way to the wide sweep of the River Lagan and the glittering new waterfront. It's a city of extraordinary visual contrast, and one that rewards the photographer who takes the time to look beyond the obvious.

Every tour is private and entirely tailored to what you want to shoot. If you're drawn to the powerful imagery of the Falls Road and Shankill murals — one of the most photographed political landscapes in the world — we can build the tour around that. If you prefer the energy of Cathedral Quarter's laneways, the reflections on the Lagan at golden hour, or the dramatic scale of Titanic Belfast against the shipyard cranes, we go there instead. Most tours combine several of these elements, moving between Belfast's distinct neighbourhoods and letting the light guide us.

Darren brings two decades of professional photography experience to every session, with work published in the New York Times, The Guardian and The Irish Times. Whether you're shooting on a smartphone or a mirrorless camera, you'll leave with images that capture Belfast as it actually feels — dynamic, layered, and full of character.

This tour is priced for one person. Bring a friend for an extra £20. Children under 16 go free. To book, choose your date on the calendar and scroll down to select a time slot. Click Add to Cart and then Checkout to complete your booking. If you have any questions at any point, use the Contact page and Darren will get back to you.

This is a private photography workshop — bring a friend, partner or family along. Price is for 1–4 people.

The Causeway Coast is one of the great photography destinations of Europe. Nowhere else on this scale offers such a concentration of extraordinary natural and historic subjects within a single stretch of coastline — geological formations that predate human history, a medieval castle clinging to a sea stack above the Atlantic, and ancient woodland lanes that feel like they belong to another world entirely. This is a landscape that rewards the photographer who knows where to stand and when to press the shutter, and that is exactly what this workshop is designed to provide.

Giant's Causeway

The Giant's Causeway is a UNESCO World Heritage Site for good reason — approximately 40,000 interlocking basalt columns, formed by ancient volcanic activity, descending in steps to the sea. The geometry is extraordinary: perfect hexagonal columns at every scale, tide pools catching the sky, and the Atlantic beyond. The Causeway rewards patience. At low tide the foreground opens up completely. At golden hour the basalt takes on warm tones that contrast with the cold sea. In mist or after rain, the stones darken and the whole landscape shifts. Please note that entry to the Giant's Causeway visitor centre is not included — admission is payable on the day to the National Trust.

Dunluce Castle

Dunluce Castle is one of the most dramatically situated medieval ruins in Europe. Built on a basalt sea stack jutting into the North Atlantic, it is connected to the mainland by a narrow bridge — and has been partially claimed by the sea over the centuries, which only adds to its visual power. The castle's silhouette against a stormy sky or at last light is one of the defining images of the Antrim Coast. We work the angles — from the cliff edge looking across, from below at the sea stack base, and from the headland to the east where the full scale of the site becomes clear. Entry to Dunluce Castle is not included and is payable on the day.

The Dark Hedges

The Dark Hedges are among the most photographed natural features in Ireland — a tunnel of intertwined beech trees lining Bregagh Road near Armoy, planted in the eighteenth century and now forming a cathedral-like canopy overhead. Made internationally famous by Game of Thrones, the challenge here is to find a composition that transcends the obvious. Early morning in low mist, late evening when the light catches the branches from a low angle, or winter when the bare trees reveal their structure most clearly — timing and approach matter enormously. Darren knows this location in every season and will position you for the best result.

Coastal Locations

Beyond the headline locations, the Antrim Coast itself offers relentless photographic material — sea arches, rock platforms, cliff-top viewpoints, and the ever-changing relationship between land, sea and sky. The light here moves fast and the weather shifts constantly, which is both the challenge and the reward. Other locations on request.

The Two-Day Option

For those who want to make the most of the golden hour and blue hour light that makes this coastline exceptional, we offer a split two-day workshop. Evening session on day one captures the last light and dusk; morning session on day two covers sunrise and the early hours before the tourist coaches arrive. Total time is ten hours across the two sessions. This option is best suited to those staying locally. Available on request — please use the Contact page to discuss dates and logistics.

All workshops include post-session feedback and image review with Darren. To book the standard workshop, choose your date on the calendar and scroll down to select a time slot. Click Add to Cart and then Checkout to complete your booking. For the two-day option or any custom arrangements, use the Contact page and Darren will get back to you.

As always, if you want to do something different or have specific locations in mind, just send an email with your ideas.

Private photo tour of Armagh, Northern Ireland's smallest county for one to four people. The Orchard County is the smallest of the six counties in Northern Ireland but contains some of the most interesting landscapes in the region. From the Georgian buildings of Armagh City to the rugged geological landscapes of South Armagh and Slieve Gullion, the county of Armagh makes a good choice for a photography workshop and tour. Landscape photography is a good choice in this part of Ireland with mountain vistas, wooded glens and ancient archaeology. To book, choose your date on the calendar to the left and then scroll down to choose a time slot during the day. Click Add to Cart and then OK to confirm the date and time. To move on to the PayPal stage click on Checkout on the left hand side and enter your details such as PayPal account and your name etc. After clicking submit this will take you to the PayPal site where you can finish your booking. If you have used PayPal before you should find it easy but if you have any questions please do not hesitate to use the Contact page to send me an email.

Pick up any guidebook and you will find every single one gushing about Kilkenny, and with good reason, Kilkenny is Ireland's best preserved mediaeval town.

With not only a medieval street pattern but many buildings from the 15th century still in use. Take a walking tour to see the sights of this small city with your guide, a professional photographer who knows the city well.

Choose from an early morning start or late evening to learn how to make better night and low-light images.

Improve your photography with Panoramic Ireland's photography tours and workshops. This tour is for up to four people. Children under 16 go free. To book, choose your date on the calendar to the left and then scroll down to choose a time slot during the day.

Click Add to Cart and then OK to confirm the date and time.

To move on to the PayPal stage click on Checkout on the left hand side and enter your details such as PayPal account and your name etc. After clicking submit this will take you to the PayPal site where you can finish your booking.

If you have used PayPal before you should find it easy but if you have any questions please do not hesitate to use the Contact page to send me an email.

Sometimes the booking system may show slots as being unavailable. This does happen from time to time, if so please email me and I will look into availability for you.

Photograph Cork City Private Photo Tour of Cork City Walking tour of Cork designed to show you how to get the most of this exciting city and improve your photography. Each tour is tailored to your interests, so if you want an evening practising long exposures along the banks of the Lovely (River) Lee, architectural photography on the genteel campus of University College Cork or street photography on the city's pedestrianised streets we can do that. This is a price for one person, bring a friend along for €20 extra. Children under 16 go free. Please note that inside seven days the booking price will increase and a supplement will be charged. To book, choose your date on the calendar to the left and then scroll down to choose a time slot during the day. Click Add to Cart and then OK to confirm the date and time. To move on to the PayPal stage click on Checkout on the left hand side and enter your details such as PayPal account and your name etc. After clicking submit this will take you to the PayPal site where you can finish your booking. If you have used PayPal before you should find it easy but if you have any questions please do not hesitate to use the Contact page to send me an email. Sometimes the booking system may show slots as being unavailable. This does happen from time to time, if so please email me and I will look into availability for you. For more information please use the Contact page and we will be glad to help.

Join Irish professional travel photographer Darren McLoughlin for a photography experience in the wild and rugged County Mayo.

A coastal photography workshop for those who want to improve their seascapes and landscapes.

This is a private workshop for you and your family or friends.

Seascape and Coastal Landscape Photography Workshops in Ireland

Do you want to improve your long exposure and landscape photography skills? Panoramic Ireland are now running two or three-day photography workshops at various locations around the coast of Ireland. From the rugged and beautiful Wild Atlantic coastline of the west to the geological landscapes of the world famous Antrim Coast the courses are designed to be challenging but fun.

Expect early starts and late finishes and photography in all weathers. Back at the accommodation we will organise, edit and critique the images from the day's shooting. You will need an ND filter such as the Lee Big Stopper or similar to allow you to capture long exposures.

Prices for a private workshop are from €425.

More information to follow soon, in the meantime please send me an email with the subject Coastal Landscape Photography and I will answer any questions you have.

Copper Coast Photography Workshop - full day, private.

More information to follow soon.

The location of Panoramic Ireland's Wicklow Photography Workshop will vary based on your requirements and the weather conditions but often will include Glendalough, the mountains, woodlands and streams of Wicklow.

Wicklow, known as The Garden of Ireland is situated on Ireland's east coast and contains some of the best scenery in Ireland. Situated just south of Dublin, it makes for a perfect introduction to rural Ireland featuring everything from pretty villages and sandy beaches to forests and streams. Home to the largest continuous upland area in Ireland, the highest mountain in Leinster - Lugnaquilla, and some of the best walking trails in Ireland, it is surprising that Wicklow is often overlooked in favour of the Atlantic coast. Aside from the varied geography and locations such as Glendalough, Wicklow's greatest strength lies in its easy access from Dublin. From the city centre of the capital city, it is possible to be driving on some of the most isolated roads in Ireland within 45 minutes. Even if you are only in Ireland for a few days, consider a combination of a Dublin and Wicklow photo tour to see the best of urban and rural Ireland with not too much effort. It is this close proximity to Dublin that makes Wicklow the perfect location for photography workshops and we run these on a regular basis throughout the year.

Choose from an early morning start or late evening to learn how to make better landscape photography images.

Improve your photography with Panoramic Ireland's photography tours and workshops.

To book, choose your date on the calendar to the left and then scroll down to choose a time slot during the day. 

Green dates are available / grey dates are unavailable.

Click Add to Cart and then OK to confirm the date and time.

To move on to the PayPal stage click on Checkout on the left hand side and enter your details such as PayPal account and your name etc. After clicking submit this will take you to the PayPal site where you can finish your booking.

If you have used PayPal before you should find it easy but if you have any questions please do not hesitate to use the Contact page to send me an email.

Sometimes the booking system may show slots as being unavailable. This does happen from time to time, if so please email me and I will look into availability for you.

Learn more about how to create an edit better images, use software for post-processing such as Adobe Lightroom and Photoshop, manage images and present a portfolio. 

Join a professional travel and landscape photographer to gain valuable insight into the world of image making, learn how to make images that work for publications and find out how to improve your own skills, all from the comfort of your own home via Zoom, Skype, Hangouts or email.

Available at any time of day to suit your timezone.

County Down is one of Ireland's most scenic areas, home to the natural beauty of the Mourne Mountains, beaches and Strangford Lough.

This photography tour can be taken in any part of County Down, but typically is centred on Newcastle and nearby forest parks, beaches and mountains.

More information to follow.

Private or small group street photography workshop in Ireland's oldest city, Waterford.

More information to come but in the meantime please contact me with any questions or to find out more.

More information to follow about Panoramic Ireland's Derry Photography Workshops and Tours

Galway City Photography Workshop by Panoramic Ireland — private bespoke photography experiences in Ireland's most creative city. Workshops are bookable for any days in 2026 and 2027 subject to availability.

Join Irish professional travel photographer Darren for a private guided photography workshop through Galway City — one of Ireland's most atmospheric and visually rewarding destinations. Compact, walkable, and alive with light, water and character at every turn, Galway rewards the patient photographer in a way few Irish cities can match. Darren has been commissioned by The New York Times, easyJet's Traveller Magazine and Eater. His images have also appeared in The Guardian, The Sunday Times and The Irish Times.

Every workshop is private — just you and your group — and entirely tailored to what you want to shoot. There are no fixed routes.

What we cover

The workshop takes in Galway's most photogenic locations at their best. The Spanish Arch and the medieval city walls offer strong geometry and texture, particularly in warm afternoon light. The Claddagh — one of Ireland's oldest fishing villages — sits at the mouth of the River Corrib where it meets Galway Bay, and on a calm day the reflections of boats and sky on the water are extraordinary. Shop Street and the Latin Quarter give you colour, street life and the architectural character of a city that has been welcoming visitors for centuries. Eyre Square frames the city's civic heart beautifully, and if time and conditions allow, Salthill opens onto the full sweep of Galway Bay — where on a clear day the hills of the Burren rise across the water in County Clare.

Because Galway City is compact, three hours covers the key locations comfortably — but if you want to slow down, go deeper, or extend towards Salthill and the bay, Darren is always happy to keep going. The experience is yours to shape.

This workshop is priced for two people. Additional guests are €25 each on the day. Children under 16 go free.

To book, choose your date on the calendar and scroll down to select a time slot. Click Add to Cart and then OK to confirm. To complete your booking, click Checkout and enter your details. This will take you to PayPal to finish your payment. If you have any questions at any point, use the Contact page and Darren will get back to you.

Prefer to enquire first? Just send an email with your preferred dates and Darren will be happy to help.

Every workshop is unique — the locations below are a guide only. We can cover whatever you like in Galway, at any time of day.

If you need help choosing a start time, get in touch via the contact page.