Photography Workshops

???? What Are Photography Workshops on Polar Cruises?

Photography workshops are hands-on sessions led by experienced polar photographers who accompany guests throughout the voyage. These experts teach essential techniques, provide one-to-one coaching, and help you capture the unique challenges and beauty of polar environments.

Workshops may include:

• Instruction on lighting, composition, and exposure

• Techniques for photographing wildlife, ice, snow, and landscapes

• Tips for shooting from Zodiacs and the ship

• Editing guidance and post-processing demonstrations

• Opportunities for portfolio review or personal feedback

Sessions take place both on board and during landings, giving travellers a rich, immersive photographic experience.

???? Where Photography Programs Are Offered

Photography workshops are available on many polar expeditions, including:

• Antarctic Peninsula voyages

• South Georgia and Falklands itineraries

• Arctic expeditions to Svalbard, Greenland, or Iceland

Enhanced photography programs—led by dedicated photo guides—are often available on specialised “Photography Cruises” or select adventure-focused voyages.

???? Who Photography Workshops Are Designed For

Ideal for:

• Beginners wanting to improve basic camera skills

• Intermediate photographers looking to refine technique

• Advanced photographers seeking professional-level coaching

• Wildlife and landscape photographers

• Travellers eager to return home with exceptional images

• Guests participating in other adventure activities like kayaking or mountaineering

Equipment-friendly for all:

Workshops welcome everything from smartphones and compact cameras to DSLRs, mirrorless systems, and telephoto lenses.

???? What to Expect from a Photography Workshop

✔️ Expert Instruction

Professional photographers are on hand throughout the journey to teach:

• How to shoot in extreme lighting

• How to photograph fast-moving wildlife

• How to manage exposure on bright snow and ice

• How to shoot from moving Zodiacs

• Night, golden-hour, and low-light techniques

• Photo storytelling and composition

✔️ On-Location Coaching

During landings and Zodiac excursions, photo guides help you:

• Position yourself for the best angles

• Adjust camera settings on the fly

• Work respectfully near wildlife

• Capture action, landscapes, and intimate details

✔️ Daily Recaps & Feedback

Many voyages offer:

• Evening editing sessions

• Group critiques

• Image review and enhancement

• Tips for organising and backing up files

✔️ Special Opportunities

Some workshops include:

• Exclusive Zodiac cruises for photographers

• Longer time ashore at key wildlife or landscape sites

• Dedicated small groups for specialised instruction

???? What You’ll Photograph

Polar regions offer world-class photographic subjects, including:

• Penguins, seals, whales, and seabirds

• Ice formations, glaciers, and towering icebergs

• Mountain ranges, fjords, and dramatic coastlines

• Historical sites and expedition huts

• Golden-hour light and atmospheric conditions

• Action from kayakers, Zodiacs, and mountaineering groups

Every day presents new and dynamic photographic opportunities.