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Wildlife Photography Expeditions & Workshops

Crafted Journeys for the Curious and Creative

Join multi-award-winning wildlife photographer, Rachel Bigsby, for a collection of immersive wildlife photography workshops from inspiring single-day masterclasses to transformative multi-day expeditions.​ Blending intuitive instruction with a refined creative vision, Rachel offers personalised guidance in unparalleled locations, sharing her signature style of capturing natural artistry, her compositional and fieldcraft insights, and the subtle art of observation. As an IAATO-certified expedition guide, licensed powerboat operator, and advanced first aid professional, Rachel leads with both creative vision and exceptional care. 

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  • Sub-Antarctic Wildlife Photography Expedition to the 'Albatross Latitudes'
    Sub-Antarctic Wildlife Photography Expedition to the 'Albatross Latitudes'
    Sat 06 Dec
    Subantarctic Islands of New Zealand
    Embark on an extraordinary voyage to the remote and rugged Sub-Antarctic islands, the Snares, Bounty, Antipodes, Auckland, Campbell, Macquarie, and Chatham Islands on an expedition named as 'The 25 Best Places to Go in 2025' according to influential travel bible Condé Nast Traveler.
  • Antarctic Wildlife Photography Expedition
    Antarctic Wildlife Photography Expedition
    Sun 01 Feb
    Antarctic Peninsula
    Embark on the journey of a life time to Antarctica, offering an exceptional opportunity to capture some of the wildest landscapes and species in the world with expert guidance from Rachel Bigsby and five professional photographers including Nigel Danson and more.
  • Seabirds and Seascapes of the Shetland Islands in collaboration with Nikon School
    Seabirds and Seascapes of the Shetland Islands in collaboration with Nikon School
    Fri 19 Jun
    Shetland Islands
    Join an unforgettable 8-day wildlife photography workshop set against the dramatic, rugged beauty of the Shetland Islands, led by Rachel Bigsby for Nikon School.
  • Diving Gannets & Wildlife Photography
    Diving Gannets & Wildlife Photography
    Mon 29 Jun
    RSPB Bempton Cliffs
    Join an exclusive 3-day seabird photography workshop with Nikon School UK and Rachel Bigsby. This immersive workshop includes two private boat charters into the North Sea to capture a spectacular Gannet feeding frenzy and expert guidance on photography and editing techniques.

Guest Testimonials:

"The workshop more than exceeded expectations, offering a blend of expert instruction and hands-on experience. Rachel is an excellent teacher, generously sharing her technical expertise, providing insightful tips and personalised feedback that has significantly improved my photography. The location was perfect, allowing many opportunities for stunning shots of a wide variety of seabirds. The course was well organised, a good balance of 1:2:1 and overall very rewarding. I would highly recommend to anyone!" 

- David

Introduction to Seabird Photography 2024

Past Workshops

  • Shetland Seabirds
    Shetland Seabirds
    Shetland Islands
    Capture stunning seabirds from both land and sea as you explore the wild, rugged beauty of the Shetland Islands under the expert guidance of Rachel Bigsby for Shetland Nature.
  • Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Multiple Dates
    RSPB Bempton Cliffs
    Join us for an exclusive seabird photography workshop with Nikon School UK, led by Rachel Bigsby. This immersive experience includes a private boat charter into the North Sea to capture a spectacular Gannet feeding frenzy and expert guidance on photography and editing techniques.
  • Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Multiple Dates
    RSPB Bempton Cliffs
    Join us for an exclusive seabird photography workshop with Nikon School UK, led by Rachel Bigsby. This immersive experience includes a private boat charter into the North Sea to capture a spectacular Gannet feeding frenzy and expert guidance on photography and editing techniques.
  • Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Multiple Dates
    RSPB Bempton Cliffs
    Join us for an exclusive seabird photography workshop with Nikon School UK, led by Rachel Bigsby. This immersive experience includes a private boat charter into the North Sea to capture a spectacular Gannet feeding frenzy and expert guidance on photography and editing techniques.
  • Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Multiple Dates
    RSPB Bempton Cliffs
    Join us for an exclusive seabird photography workshop with Nikon School UK, led by Rachel Bigsby. This immersive experience includes a private boat charter into the North Sea to capture a spectacular Gannet feeding frenzy and expert guidance on photography and editing techniques.
  • Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Introduction to Seabird Photography
    RSPB Bempton Cliffs
    During this ‘Introduction to Seabird Photography’ workshop, you will spend time refining your seabird photography skills under the expert tutelage of renowned wildlife photographer, Rachel Bigsby.
  • Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Nikon School Gannet Diving Experience
    Multiple Dates
    RSPB Bempton Cliffs
    Join us for an exclusive seabird photography workshop with Nikon School UK, led by Rachel Bigsby. This immersive experience includes a private boat charter into the North Sea to capture a spectacular Gannet feeding frenzy and expert guidance on photography and editing techniques.
  • Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Bempton
    During this ‘Introduction to Seabird Photography’ workshop, you will spend time refining your seabird photography skills under the expert tutelage of renowned wildlife photographer, Rachel Bigsby.
  • Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Bempton
    During this ‘Introduction to Seabird Photography’ workshop, you will spend time refining your seabird photography skills under the expert tutelage of renowned wildlife photographer, Rachel Bigsby.
  • Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Bempton
    During this ‘Introduction to Seabird Photography’ workshop, you will spend time refining your seabird photography skills under the expert tutelage of renowned wildlife photographer, Rachel Bigsby.
  • Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Introduction to Seabird Photography
    Bempton
    During this ‘Introduction to Seabird Photography’ workshop, you will spend time refining your seabird photography skills under the expert tutelage of renowned wildlife photographer, Rachel Bigsby.

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