Learn to shoot in manual, edit with confidence, and come home with images of tulips, windmills and golden-hour canals that feel unmistakably Dutch.
It's a fully immersive, expertly led experience designed to help you grow as a photographer in real time — with hands-on guidance, in-depth teaching, and creative support every step of the way. You'll return with a strong set of Dutch spring images, and the confidence to find great shots anywhere you travel next.
The aim is simple: photographs that feel unmistakably Dutch — not generic travel shots you could have taken anywhere.
A calm, supportive pace — gentle walks, plenty of breaks, and simple transport between locations.
Arrival
Settle into the Golden Tulip Leiden Centre and meet the group over welcome evening drinks. A relaxed, friendly start, with time to get comfortable before the first shoot day.
Day one
Photograph daily life, architecture, reflections and details, with an optional evening session for moody canal scenes and an introduction to night photography.
Day two
Visit the Keukenhof Kasteel area and the nearby tulip fields for colour, leading lines and pattern — with a relaxed editing session to polish your best work.
Day three
A morning in Volendam for architecture and cultural details, then on to the Zaanse Schans windmills for a sunset shoot timed for golden hour.
Itinerary is subject to slight change depending on weather and availability.
Stephen is iPhotography's Head Tutor and the friendly face behind countless photo walks across the UK and workshops further afield, including the USA. An award-winning portrait, street & landscape photographer who's been behind the camera for two decades, he's spent years leading photographers on location — and it's where he's happiest. He brings the same warmth, patience and structure that runs through every iPhotography course to each trip he leads, specialising in outdoor photography and post-processing (and he's been featured by Adobe & Skylum along the way). Expect plenty of encouragement and that "lightbulb moment" when it all clicks.
Born and raised in the Netherlands, Christina lives on the cusp of the tulip fields with her partner and four wonderfully quirky cats. Her love for photography began with simple curiosity and grew into a powerful creative outlet. She's as comfortable in front of the camera as behind it, and will happily be your model on this workshop — she looks forward to meeting you with a camera, a smile, and possibly a very typical Dutch stroopwafel.
Flights to & from the destination · airport transfers · lunches & evening meals (except the farewell dinner) · photography supplies · drinks & snacks beyond the welcome reception · travel insurance · tips, gratuities & luggage handling · personal expenses.
A 4★ hotel directly opposite Leiden Centraal station, with the historic city centre on your doorstep. Each guest gets their own private room (no mandatory sharing).
A direct train from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to Leiden Centraal takes just 15–19 minutes.
Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is the nearest airport, with a short train onward to Leiden Centraal.
Parking is available at the rear of the hotel at €19.50 per day.
The companion rate covers the 4-night hotel, daily breakfast, welcome reception drinks & the farewell meal. Please book your companion upfront on your selected trip. Places are very limited.
By booking you agree to our Workshop & Photo Walk Terms & Conditions.
Build a complete photo portfolio, meet new people, become camera-confident, and create memories that last. Places are very limited — secure yours below.
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