Horses Of The Sea.
Exclusive Camargue Photography Experience.


April 6-10 2027  | AVAILABLE
Sept TBC  | AVAILABLE

Join an exclusive four-night photography experience in the heart of the Camargue, where horses, timeless landscapes and creativity come together against the backdrop of southern France.

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Where Horses Meet the Sea.

Step into the wild landscapes of the Camargue for an exclusive four-night photography experience centred around one of Europe’s most iconic animals the Camargue horse.

Based in the historic town of Aigues-Mortes, this experience is designed for photographers who want to go beyond simply photographing horses. Across seven dedicated photography sessions, we’ll work with the unique light, landscapes and atmosphere of the Camargue, creating images that capture both the character of the horses and the wild spirit of the place they call home.

From misty mornings and golden evening light to reflections, open wetlands and dramatic skies, every session offers a different creative opportunity. We’ll also enjoy exclusive private access for a sunrise photography session with the Camargue’s famous flamingos, giving us the opportunity to work with these striking birds as the first light transforms the wetlands.

Alongside the photography, there’s time to experience the character of Aigues-Mortes, explore its medieval surroundings and enjoy the food, atmosphere and slower pace of life that make this corner of southern France so distinctive.

With personalised tuition and creative guidance throughout, this is an opportunity to immerse yourself in the Camargue and create photographs that feel as wild, atmospheric and distinctive as the landscape itself.

Wildness Shaped by Water and Light.

Stretching across the wetlands and waterways of southern France, the Camargue is a landscape unlike anywhere else in Europe. Here, horses move through open marshes and salt flats, cattle roam beneath vast skies and flamingos gather across shimmering lagoons. It is a place where water, light and wildlife are constantly changing the character of the scene.

The Camargue horses are inseparable from this landscape. Shaped by generations of life in the wetlands, they have an unmistakable presence powerful, free-spirited and completely at home among the water, reeds and open plains. Photographing them is about more than simply finding a beautiful horse; it is about understanding how to place that animal within the landscape and tell a bigger story.

The light here can transform everything. Soft morning mist, reflections across still water, dramatic skies and the warm glow of evening can turn an ordinary moment into something extraordinary. Across our photography sessions, we’ll explore how to use these changing conditions creatively, working with perspective, composition, light and atmosphere to create images with greater depth and emotion.

I’ll share my approach to photographing wildlife in a way that looks beyond the obvious image encouraging you to slow down, observe what is happening around you and make creative decisions rather than simply react to the moment.

This is about experiencing the Camargue as a photographer: seeing the relationship between the horses and their environment, finding beauty in the unexpected and creating photographs that capture not just the animal, but the wild character of this remarkable landscape.

AUTHENTIC CAMARGUE EXPERIENCE

Our Medieval Base: Aigues-Mortes

Throughout the experience, our base will be in the historic town of Aigues-Mortes, surrounded by the landscapes, waterways and wildlife of the Camargue. With its medieval character, narrow streets and relaxed southern French atmosphere, it provides a wonderful place to return to between our photography sessions.

Each day will be shaped around the best light and wildlife opportunities. We’ll head out early when the landscape is at its most atmospheric, with time between sessions to return to Aigues-Mortes, explore the town or simply enjoy the slower pace of life.

There will also be opportunities to discover the character of Aigues-Mortes itself, from its medieval streets and historic architecture to its cafés, restaurants and local atmosphere. Staying here gives the experience a genuine sense of place and allows us to experience the Camargue beyond the photography.

After each session among horses, flamingos, wetlands and wide-open landscapes, we can come together to look through the day’s images, talk photography and share stories from the field.

Four nights in the heart of Aigues-Mortes, surrounded by the landscapes and wildlife that make the Camargue so distinctive.

GUEST SHOWCASE

Why Join The Retreat?

  • TWO DAYS. TWO UNIQUE LANDSCAPES.

    Explore two carefully selected locations within the Carneddau, each offering a different setting, atmosphere and creative opportunity. From open mountain ridges to sheltered valleys, you’ll work with changing light, weather and perspective to create images that capture not just the ponies, but the wild character and sense of place that makes the Carneddau so unique.

  • PHOTOGRAPHY WITH PURPOSE

    Move beyond simply documenting the ponies and develop a more thoughtful, creative approach to your photography. Throughout the weekend, you'll learn to see beyond the obvious, using light, composition and atmosphere to transform ordinary encounters into meaningful images that tell a deeper story of these remarkable animals and their connection to the wild Carneddau mountains.

  • SMALL GROUPS. PERSONAL GUIDANCE.

    Limited to just four photographers, the retreat offers a relaxed and genuinely personal experience. With individual guidance throughout the weekend, you’ll be encouraged to look beyond the technical, experiment with light, composition and perspective, and develop a more creative approach to photographing the ponies and their environment.

  • “The pony workshop with Kevin was a rare and unique experience. Kevin knows the hills like the back of his hand. The session was informative, providing photographic guidance and technical support and rare encounters with the majestic animals gave me a fascinating insight into their behavior. We wandered across stunning scenery on an exciting and rewarding day capturing mystical silhouettes and intimate close-up shots of one inquisitive youngster. Kevin’s passion for the ponies is infectious and I have since viewed these beautiful animals with an entirely new lens!”

    — Spirit Of The Carneddau

  • "I had a wonderful time on a Carneddau pony workshop with Kevin, which, given the weather, was an amazing achievement! When I look at the photos I took, I can see a difference between those I took with Kevin’s guidance and what I would have taken on my own. I have more variety and they are technically better. I’m really chuffed to feel that I learned something and I loved the ponies and locations. As well as that, I enjoyed Kevin’s company and appreciated that he went ahead despite the weather conditions (prolonged pouring rain), that he was so good-natured about it all, and that he picked me up from the hotel! It was great to get expert and knowledgeable guidance from such a skilled, award-winning photographer. During the day, Kevin focussed on helping me (rather than taking his own photos) which I appreciated very much. I can highly recommend Kevin’s workshops”

    — Spirit Of The Carneddau

  • “Had a really enjoyable day photographing the beautiful wild ponies with Kevin. His enthusiasm and knowledge knew no bounds and even though the sun didn’t make an appearance I managed to capture the ponies in their natural environment. A brilliant day🐴”

    — Spirit Of The Carneddau

  • “A wonderful day with the beautiful wild ponies. I feel privileged to have been able to get so close to them and be in their territory. Kevin was good company and shared his extensive knowledge about the ponies. It is clear he has a great passion for them. Kevin was generous with his time with individuals giving encouragement and passing on his field craft techniques to help us set up for good shots. We didn’t get the sun but that didn’t dampen Kevin’s enthusiasm in attempting to get good photographs"

    — Spirit Of The Carneddau

Investment: £TBC (25% Deposit Secures Your Place)

Group Size: 6

Workshop Leader: Kevin Morgans

Included

  • 4 nights' accommodation in an medieval Aigues- Mortes

  • 2 full days of guided photography with the Carneddau ponies

  • Breakfast each morning & 2 home-cooked evening meals (Lunch also provided)

  • Personal photography tuition & guidance throughout

  • Image reviews & creative feedback

Excluded

  • Travel To/From France

  • Personal Insurance

  • Alcohol & Lunch.

Logistics: Arrive Accomodation 6.30pm near Conwy on first day of trip. Depart in your own time on the final day.

Fitness Level: Easy

Duration: 4 Nights

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Experience the Camargue.

If photographing the iconic horses of the Camargue has ever been on your bucket list, this is your invitation to experience them differently.

Across four nights, we’ll explore the landscapes around Aigues-Mortes, working with changing light, weather and wildlife across seven dedicated photography sessions to create images with atmosphere, character and a real sense of place.

With a small group, there’s time to slow down, explore, learn and enjoy the experience without the feel of a conventional group workshop. Alongside the horses, we’ll also have private sunrise access to photograph the famous flamingos of the Camargue.

Email: kevinmorgans@outlook.com