An exclusive seabird photography masterclass in collaboration with Nikon School.
Along the towering chalk cliffs of Yorkshire's spectacular coastline, thousands of seabirds gather for the breeding season, transforming the landscape into one of Britain's most extraordinary wildlife spectacles. Northern Gannets plunge into the sea at breathtaking speed, Puffins return to their burrows with beaks full of fish, and Guillemots, Razorbills and Fulmars fill the cliffs with movement, sound and life.
Masterclass Highlights
Two private boat charters to photograph diving Gannets and seabirds
Limited to just 8 photographers for highly personalised tuition
Photograph Puffins, Gannets, Fulmar, Guillemot, Razorbill, Kittiwake and Herring Gull.
Opportunities for potential Dolphin, Whale, and Seal encounters
Complimentary access to Nikon lenses and cameras (must be reserved ahead of time)
Explore the RSPB reserve for three days, with private access to ‘the nest box’ for break time
Dedicated editing sessions throughout the masterclass in a private space
On demand image reviews and one-to-one guidance
Creative techniques including high key, low key, and in-camera multiple exposures
Strong emphasis on producing finished images in camera
In collaboration with Nikon School, join Rachel Bigsby and Nikon School's Neil Freeman for an immersive three-day seabird photography masterclass, exploring the remarkable seabird colonies of RSPB Bempton Cliffs and the surrounding North Sea. Combining intimate encounters on land with exclusive boat charters to photograph diving Northern Gannets, this workshop offers exceptional opportunities to develop your photography in the company of two experienced photographic educators.
Expert tuition is at the heart of this experience. With a small group and dedicated opportunities for one-to-one guidance, Rachel and Neil provide personalised support tailored to your abilities, interests and creative ambitions. From mastering autofocus, exposure and birds-in-flight techniques to recognising behaviour, working with natural light and developing more compelling compositions, every encounter becomes an opportunity to learn.
Beyond technical proficiency, Rachel encourages you to explore the artistic possibilities of seabird photography, experimenting with creative techniques and learning to capture not simply what a moment looks like, but what it feels like. Throughout the workshop, practical field tuition is complemented by image reviews, constructive feedback and opportunities to refine your individual photographic style.
As part of this exclusive Nikon School collaboration, participants can enjoy complimentary access to Nikon cameras and lenses, offering an invaluable opportunity to experience professional photographic equipment in real-world conditions, with expert guidance close at hand. And importantly, you do not need to be a Nikon photographer to attend. Whether you use Nikon, Canon, Sony or another camera system, and whether you are beginning your photographic journey or looking to elevate an established practice, this workshop is designed to inspire, encourage and challenge you at your own pace.
More than an opportunity to photograph some of Britain's most charismatic seabirds, this is a chance to learn from experienced professionals, discover new creative possibilities and develop the confidence to approach wildlife photography with greater skill, understanding and imagination.
Three days of extraordinary wildlife, expert guidance and the freedom to see differently.