Date and Time
5pm Sunday 6th – 1pm Friday 11th September 2026
Duration
Five Nights
Price
£2,395 (£400 deposit, £1,995 balance to be paid by the 6th June 2026. If booking after the 6th June 2026, full amount is payable)
Workshop Leaders
Melvin Nicholson
Workshop Attendees
8
Meeting Place
5pm Sunday 6th September 2026
Nantes Airport
France
Exertion Level
Easy – All locations within half a mile from the car, some much closer. Some slippery rocks on the water's edge and uneven ground and sandy beaches present. A reasonable level of fitness and mobility is required.
Experience the Wild Beauty of Brittany & Normandy's Coast
Discover the untamed beauty of France's Atlantic coastline through this immersive week-long photography workshop exploring the dramatic shores of Brittany and historic Normandy. This captivating journey combines rugged coastal landscapes, charming maritime villages, and iconic architectural landmarks in one of Europe's most photogenic regions.
Brittany's Dramatic Atlantic Coast
Legendary Lighthouses: Discover iconic lighthouses like Kermorvan, each with its own unique story and stunning surroundings.
Rocky Coast: Capture the raw power of the coast with its dramatic cliffs and formations, especially during the golden hours of sunrise and sunset.
Brittany's wild coastline presents some of France's most spectacular seascape photography opportunities. The region's legendary lighthouses, including the iconic Kermorvan lighthouse, stand as solitary sentinels against the powerful Atlantic, each offering unique compositional possibilities within their dramatic surroundings.
The coast's raw geological character reveals itself through towering granite cliffs and sculptural rock formations that transform dramatically during golden hour lighting. These ancient coastal structures provide endless opportunities for capturing the eternal battle between sea and stone.
Signature Locations include the renowned Pink Granite Coast (Côte de Granit Rose), where rose-colored boulders create surreal coastal sculptures, the wild headland of Pointe du Raz with its panoramic Atlantic views, and the island paradise of Belle-Île-en-Mer, offering pristine coastal vistas and traditional Breton fishing villages.
Normandy's Historic Landmark
Mont Saint-Michel represents one of Europe's most photographically rewarding subjects. This medieval abbey, dramatically positioned on its rocky tidal island, offers constantly changing photographic conditions as the surrounding bay transforms with each tide cycle. The monument's Gothic spires create compelling silhouettes against Normandy's expansive skies, while the surrounding causeway and mudflats provide diverse foreground opportunities.
Atlantic Light and Atmosphere
The workshop maximizes the Atlantic coast's exceptional light quality, particularly during the extended golden hours when warm light illuminates the granite coastline and transforms the ocean into a canvas of gold and crimson. These magical sunset conditions over the vast Atlantic create the romantic, atmospheric images that define French coastal photography.
Workshop Experience
This week-long exploration provides comprehensive access to both regions' most photogenic locations while allowing time to revisit sites under different lighting and tidal conditions. The combination of Brittany's wild natural beauty and Normandy's historic grandeur creates a complete French coastal photography experience that captures both the raw power of the Atlantic and the timeless appeal of medieval architecture.
Join us on this unforgettable photography tour and capture the wild beauty of Brittany and Normandy's coast.
Day 1 - Sunday 6th September 2026
Your Landscape Locations Tour Guides will collect all of the workshop participants from Nantes Airport at 5pm and head to the Mont Saint Michel for a sunset shoot.
Day 2 - Monday 7th September 2026
Today will see us returning to Mont Saint Michel for sunrise. Back to the hotel for breakfast before checking out and heading to to Cancales Lighthouse, after which, our next destination will be the beautifully imposing Forte la Latte
Off to the hotel to check in before taking the 45 minute journey to a wonderful section of rocks at Pors Scaff for a sunset shoot.
Day 3 - Tuesday 8th September 2026
A sunrise session will take place at the nearby Ploumanac’h Lighthouse on the granite coast (where the rocks are pink). Back to the hotel for breakfast and check out before venturing westwards to Pontusval Lighthouse on a beautiful sandy beach.
The Mecure hotel in Brest will have us check in late-afternoon before heading to the impressive and very photogenically positioned Kermorvan Lighthouse for sunset.
Day 4 - Wednesday 9th September 2026
For sunrise, we shall venture to the iconic Saint Mathieu Lighthouse and the ruined abbey before heading back to the hotel for breakfast and a late check out. Late morning shall see us travel 90 minutes south to the haunting sight of the Boat Cemetery at Camaret-Sur-Mer. Two hours wandering around the harbour photographing the large boats that are forever marooned on land.
Mid-afternoon and we head to the hotel to check in before heading west to the truly stunning cliff ledge of Pointe du Raz at sunset complete with the numerous lighthouses in the distance.
Day 5 - Thursday 10th September 2026
For sunrise, we shall head west again to visit Pointe du Raz's neighbouring cliffs, Pointe du Van before breakfast at our hotel. An 11am check out and we venture east to the Arche De Port Blanc Roche Percée, a wonderful large stone arch on the beach.
Mid-afternoon will see us head to the coastal town of Saint Michel Chef Chef where a wonderful array of wooden fishing huts stand on the beach. We have timed this workshop to coincide the photographing of these huts at high tide for some fantastic long exposure images.
Day 6 - Friday 11th September 2026
We shall head back to the local wooden fishing huts on stilts for sunrise and another high tide before heading back to the hotel for breakfast and an 1am check out before returning to Nantes Airport to drop everybody off but we are certain that during your flight home you will reflect on what will be we are absolutely sure, a trip of a lifetime for you all. We hope you can join us.
Melvin Nicholson
Melvin Nicholson is a professional landscape photographer and the founder of Landscape Locations Photo Tours, renowned for his ability to translate drama, mood, and atmosphere into compelling visual stories. Drawn to the outdoors from an early age, he has spent decades exploring coastlines, mountains, and remote wilderness regions in search of expressive light and powerful compositions. His work is defined by bold colour, meticulous detail, and a deep appreciation for the landscapes he photographs.
Based in the UK, Melvin has travelled extensively, developing deep knowledge of photographic locations across Japan, Europe, Vietnam, and Namibia. His portfolio includes the acclaimed image “Fogbow,” which earned him significant recognition for capturing a rare and ethereal natural phenomenon with striking clarity and artistry. Whether working under dramatic storm light or the hushed tones of dawn, he brings a patient, considered approach that reveals nature at its most atmospheric.
Alongside his photography, Melvin is a passionate educator and tour leader, guiding photographers of all levels through workshops and international photo tours. Through Landscape Locations Photo Tours, he combines expert location knowledge with personalised instruction, helping participants refine their technical skills and creative vision. Known for his warm, supportive teaching style, he offers unforgettable experiences that inspire photographers to grow, explore, and create meaningful images of their own.
There are a total of five quality hotels during our five night stay in Brittany. This ensures that we are as close to the locations that we will be photographing as possible meaning less time spent travelling in the minibus.
You will each have your own double/twin en-suite room. Breakfast is included. There is no single occupancy supplement charged.
See below for a list of the hotels we will be staying in.
Click on the hotel name to be directed to their website.
Sunday 6th September 2026
ibis, Pontorson
Monday 7th September 2026
Hotel Arcadia, Lannion
Tuesday 8th September 2026
Mecure Brest Centre Port, Brest
Wednesday 9th September 2026
Ty Ys Hotel, Audierne
Thursday 10th September 2026
Westotel, Pornic
TRANSPORT DURING THE WORKSHOP
Our mode of transport for this workshop will be two modern nine-seat minibuses. This will ensure that there is plenty of space for us all including luggage, clothing and camera equipment.
Included
Five nights accommodation in quality, modern hotels (own double/twin en-suite rooms)
Breakfast
Dedicated 1-2-1 photography tuition from two tour leaders
Collection and drop off at Nantes Airport, France
Transport during the workshop in two modern, comfortable nine seater minibuses
All toll roads/entry fees
Excluded
All meals and drinks (except breakfast)
Flights to Nantes
Travel and camera insurance
