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Faroe Islands Photo Workshop

Easily one of the most photographed locations in the Faroe Islands, the Mulafossur waterfall plunges into the sea. Directly behind the waterfall is the small village, Gasadalur, and beyond it a large mountain. The scene is stunning, especially with dramatic ocean weather.

Join Conor MacNeill, Zoe Timmers and I for this incredible photography workshop in the Faroe Islands. This stunning island nation has grown more popular in recent years, but there is still so much to explore. Imagine towering sea cliffs, rugged mountain peaks, thundering waterfalls, and quaint villages, all within thirty minutes drive of Torshavn, the largest city and capital.

We host this workshop annually, too, so we truly know our way around. We’ll explore the highlights you’ve seen online and we’ll introduce you to some of our favourite lesser-known landscapes. Just don’t ask us to pronounce the names!

4 Key Facts for our Workshop

About the Faroe Islands Workshop

Workshop leader Zoe Timmers and a participant sit overlooking a fjord. Their matching yellow raincoats add to the scene, revealing the weather encountered while exploring this vast landscape.

We don’t just know the Faroe Islands, but we helped put it on the map. Zoe Timmers helped launch the @VisitFaroeIslands instagram account and our images have been used in its advertising campaigns. Because of our knowledge of the islands and its many landscapes, we’ve built our workshop itinerary precisely. We keep our time in the vehicles to an absolute minimum, we maximize our time at our favourite locations, and we deliver personal instruction along the way. With only 10 participants and three instructors, this is a learning experience like no other!

In the field, we’ll also show you everything you need to know about your camera and its settings — whether it’s a smartphone, DSLR, or point and shoot. In the classroom, we’ll walk you through Lightroom and Photoshop.

In just one week, you will learn how to photograph these amazing landscapes and how to edit your images like a pro!

What to Expect

As if the sea cliffs in the Faroe Islands weren't dramatic enough, huge sea stacks are common along the coast. This one, which is a large triangular sea stack just a few metres off shore, adds a dramatic layer to a stunning landscape.

Our Faroe Islands Photo Workshop is designed with all skill levels in mind. Whether you are a complete beginner or seasoned pro, this fantastic trip will enrich your photographic experience.

We are able to adapt our plans to accommodate individual questions, so make sure to let us know if there is anything specific you want to learn or improve. Throughout the workshop, all participants should expect:

  • Full-day photography adventures, with varying aspects of landscape photography included throughout the week.
  • Hands-on photography instruction at every location, including regular 1-on-1 learning opportunities.
  • Tailored teaching methods that includes everything from basic camera settings to composition techniques.
  • Post-processing workflow instruction in Adobe Lightroom Classic CC and Adobe Photoshop CC.
  • A unique travel experience where you’ll not only learn photography, but also make great friends, learn about the local culture, and have way too much fun.

What our Participants are Saying

The f/8 Workshops Faroe Islands exceeded all expectations, in every way. The organization was flawless, the training sessions were informative especially with the one-on-one coaching available.

MARCEL PAINCHAUD, APRIL 2018

The f/8 workshop was the perfect blend of instruction, adventure and a tremendous amount of fun with our small group and great photographers leading the way.

LISA RUBENS, MAY 2017

Faroe Islands Photo Workshop Details

Three atlantic puffins rest on the Mykines Islands sea cliffs in the Faroe Islands. These migrating birds nest on the island each spring, normally arriving in early May.

Throughout the workshop, we’re based in the Hotel Føroyar, a beautiful grass roofed hotel on a hill overlooking Tórshavn. During our excursions, we’ll our favourite photography locations, spread across the 18-island archipelago.

What’s Included

  • Accommodation for the whole trip – 7 nights in central Torshavn
  • Airport transfers and transportation throughout the workshop
  • All breakfasts and lunches, plus a farewell dinner!
  • All workshop activities and post-processing masterclass (DSLR/smartphone) for all levels
  • Photowalk around Tórshavn
  • 20% off SmugMug hosting for your photography!

What’s Not Included

  • Airfare to and from Vágar (The Faroe Islands’ main airport)
  • Alcoholic drinks
  • Evening meals (except for the farewell dinner)
  • Visa costs (if applicable)
  • Travel & medical insurance
  • Photographic insurance

Learn More and Book Your Spot!

In the Faroe Islands, rivers flow towards the ocean and plunge off dramtic sea cliffs into the sea. It's a unique scene that isn't found in many locations; however, there are dozens in the country.

I lead this annual Faroe Islands Photo Workshop with F8 Photo Workshops, which is a collaboration between Conor MacNeill, Zoe Timmers and myself.

Please visit the F8 Photography Workshops website learn more about this incredible workshop, including a look at our daily itinerary.

Because of the challenging circumstances surrounding the Covid-19 pandemic, I am not currently offering any weeklong travel workshops. If you are traveling to the Bow Valley, I am available for one-day workshops. The details can be found here:

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