Spirit of the Carneddau
An Immersive Weekend Carneddau Pony Photography Experience
DISCOVER.
LEARN.
INSPIRE.
Join award-winning wildlife photographer Kevin Morgans for an exclusive small-group weekend in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, exploring the Carneddau mountains and photographing the iconic free-roaming Carneddau ponies in their natural environment.
Venture into the rugged heart of Snowdonia National Park with award-winning wildlife photographer Kevin Morgans and immerse yourself in the wild world of the Carneddau ponies. This exclusive small-group photography workshop is designed to inspire, challenge, and elevate your creative approach through wildlife storytelling, fieldcraft, and authentic encounters with these iconic ponies amid the dramatic landscapes they call home.
Browse below and reserve your place on one of Kevin’s upcoming Carneddau photography workshops and experiences.
“Discover the untamed heart of Snowdonia, where the Carneddau ponies roam freely across windswept mountains, and immerse yourself in an unforgettable photography experience.
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Wild Beauty in the Welsh Mountains
Join award-winning wildlife photographer Kevin Morgans for an immersive two-day photography experience in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, photographing the iconic Carneddau ponies among the rugged peaks, rolling moorland, and dramatic mountain landscapes they have called home for centuries.
This exclusive small-group workshop offers a rare opportunity to slow down and fully immerse yourself in one of the UK’s last truly wild mountain environments. Over two days, you’ll not only photograph these remarkable free-roaming ponies, but also learn how to create more atmospheric, meaningful, and storytelling-driven wildlife imagery within an ever-changing landscape shaped by weather, light, and wilderness.
Far more than simply photographing animals, this experience is about connection — understanding the landscape, reading natural behaviour, and capturing the spirit of a place where wildlife and environment exist in complete harmony.
What to Expect
Designed for photographers of all abilities, this workshop blends hands-on tuition, creative guidance, and immersive field experiences to help you develop both technically and artistically. Whether you’re new to wildlife photography or looking to refine your personal style, Kevin will provide individual support throughout the weekend.
Across the two days, you’ll learn:
How to locate and approach the Carneddau ponies ethically and respectfully
Fieldcraft techniques for working within wild mountain environments
How to use natural light, weather, and atmosphere creatively
Composition techniques for stronger storytelling and environmental imagery
Approaches for photographing behaviour, movement, and intimate portraits
How to adapt your photography to rapidly changing mountain conditions
Editing and post-processing guidance to enhance mood, depth, and narrative within your images
With an extremely limited group size of just three participants, the workshop is designed to provide a highly personal experience with plenty of one-to-one tuition and creative discussion throughout.
Why Photograph the Carneddau Ponies?
The Carneddau ponies are one of Wales’ most enduring symbols of wildness and resilience. Living high within the mountains year-round, these semi-feral ponies have adapted to some of the harshest and most beautiful conditions in Britain. From heavy winter storms to golden summer evenings, their lives are shaped entirely by the landscape around them.
Photographing the Carneddau ponies is about far more than capturing beautiful wildlife images. It is about documenting a living piece of Welsh heritage and telling the story of an ancient herd that has roamed these mountains for generations.
Their weathered coats, powerful presence, and freedom within the vast mountain scenery create endless opportunities for evocative and emotional photography. Combined with the dramatic landscapes of the Carneddau, shifting weather systems, and constantly changing light, no two moments — or photographs — are ever the same.
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Your Guide – Kevin Morgans
Kevin Morgans is a multi-award-winning wildlife photographer with years of experience working within the wild landscapes of Wales and beyond. His deep respect for wildlife, passion for conservation, and ability to create atmospheric, storytelling-driven imagery have earned him international recognition.
With an approachable and highly personal teaching style, Kevin’s workshops are designed to do more than improve technical skills — they encourage photographers to slow down, connect with the landscape, and develop a deeper creative vision. Throughout the weekend, participants will benefit from hands-on tuition, fieldcraft guidance, and immersive photographic experiences in one of Britain’s most dramatic mountain environments.
Workshop Details
Location: Carneddau Mountains, Snowdonia National Park
Duration: 2-Day Immersive Photography Workshop
Group Size: Extremely small groups for a personal and exclusive experience (maximum 3 participants)
Fitness Level: Moderate – includes walking across uneven, mountainous, and occasionally steep terrain
Skill Level: Suitable for beginner to advanced photographersWhat’s Included
Two full days of expert wildlife photography tuition
One night’s accommodation within the heart of Snowdonia National Park
Fieldcraft and ethical wildlife photography techniques
Guidance on storytelling, composition, and working with natural light
Advice on camera settings, lenses, and gear choices
Personalised one-to-one support throughout the workshop
Opportunities to photograph the Carneddau ponies in a variety of conditions and landscapes
A follow-up online image review session with professional feedback from Kevin Morgans
What to Bring
DSLR or mirrorless camera with a telephoto lens (200mm+ recommended)
Wide-angle lens for landscapes and environmental compositions (optional)
Waterproof outdoor clothing suitable for mountain conditions
Walking boots with good grip
Packed lunch, snacks, and water
A sense of adventure and creativity
Dates & Booking
Workshops run on selected dates throughout the year, allowing participants to experience the Carneddau ponies across changing seasons, weather, and mountain light.
Due to the intimate group size, places are extremely limited and early booking is strongly recommended.
📅 Check upcoming workshop dates and reserve your place
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Your Stay in the Heart of Snowdonia
As part of the workshop experience, participants will enjoy one evening’s accommodation on Saturday night in the heart of Snowdonia National Park, close to the historic town of Conwy.
Surrounded by the rugged beauty of the Welsh mountains, the accommodation has been carefully chosen to complement the immersive nature of the workshop, allowing guests to fully disconnect from everyday life and experience the atmosphere of the Carneddau landscape beyond the photography sessions themselves.
The evening provides an opportunity to relax, review images from the day, share stories with fellow photographers, and enjoy the unique tranquillity of Snowdonia after sunset. With such a small group size, the experience remains personal, relaxed, and highly focused on creativity, learning, and connection with the landscape.
WORKSHOP ITINERARY
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Participants will meet in the foothills of the Carneddau mountains within Snowdonia National Park, surrounded by the dramatic landscapes that are home to the iconic Carneddau ponies.
The day will begin with a welcoming introduction from Kev outlining the plan for the session, key safety considerations, and essential fieldcraft techniques for respectfully approaching and photographing the ponies in their natural environment.
There will also be an opportunity for an equipment check and an informal Q&A covering camera settings, lens choices, and recommended techniques to help participants get the most from the experience.
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Description text goes hereThe workshop will continue with a guided walk into the Carneddau mountains, taking in the breathtaking landscapes of Snowdonia National Park along the way.
Throughout the journey, Kev will share practical insights into reading the terrain, locating wildlife, and understanding how to work creatively with changing light conditions in the mountains.
Participants will experience their first encounters with the iconic Carneddau ponies in their natural environment, with guidance on capturing authentic behaviour, striking portraits, and environmental wildlife imagery that tells a wider story of place and atmosphere.
The session is designed to be highly personal, with individual tuition and tailored advice provided throughout the day to support each participant’s creative goals and technical development.
As the light evolves, there will be opportunities to photograph the ponies in a variety of settings and conditions, experimenting with composition, backlighting, movement, and storytelling techniques to create more powerful and immersive wildlife photographs.
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The day will conclude with a gentle walk back through the landscapes of Snowdonia National Park, with further opportunities to photograph the surrounding scenery, natural textures, and any additional wildlife encountered along the route.
During the return journey, Kev will encourage participants to slow down creatively, exploring wider landscape compositions and smaller details that help build a stronger visual narrative.
The session will finish with a relaxed review of the day’s experiences, including practical advice on post-processing techniques, image selection, and preparing photographs for competitions, exhibitions, or publication.
Before departing, there will be time for a group photograph, final questions, and farewells following a memorable day in the mountains.
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Following the workshop, participants will be invited to attend an exclusive online review session with Kev providing the opportunity to revisit the experience and continue their photographic development.
During the session, Kev will offer constructive feedback and professional critique on your strongest images from the day, helping you refine your editing, composition, storytelling, and overall image selection.
The review is designed to provide continued guidance beyond the field experience, ensuring participants leave not only with memorable photographs, but with a deeper understanding of their own creative direction and potential as wildlife photographers.
WHY LEARN FROM KEVIN?
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✺ ONE TO ONE TUITION
By signing up for this workshop, you will learn from and be inspired by one of the leading experts in the wildlife photography industry. Kevin has over a decade of experience and a wealth of knowledge to share, helping you make your own path in this field.
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✺ CREATIVE PHOTOGRAPHY
Kevin is not the type of photographer that will just get you a standard shot. If you look over his portfolios they are stacked with different and unique shots, creatively using light. His main focus will be to do the same for you, putting you in the same positions, constantly taking into consideration the light direction and backgrounds.
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✺ LEARN AT YOUR OWN PACE
Photographers of all levels are welcome. Whether you are new to the world of wildlife photography or an experienced pro looking to expand your portfolio. Kevin is a full-time wildlife photographer and has years of experience providing photographic tuition.
FURTHER INFORMATION
Dates: Tailored to your individual schedule
Friday 22nd May - Three Places Available
Saturday 15th August - Three Places Available
Saturday 12th December - Three Places Available
Location: Conway, North Wales
Duration: 6 Hours: time dependent on either sunrise/set timings.
Cost: £189 per session
1-2-1 Guiding: - £300 per day (£550 for two days)
What’s Included:
Professional tuition and guidance throughout the day – Learn directly from one of the leading professionals in the wildlife photography industry.
Fieldcraft & wildlife photography techniques – Develop a deeper understanding of wildlife behaviour, ethical approaches, and techniques to improve your success in the field.
Camera settings & gear advice – Gain practical guidance on camera settings, lenses, and equipment choices to maximise your creative potential.
Follow-up online image review session – Continue your development after the workshop with a personalised online critique and feedback session.
