The Amazing West Coast
Experience the beauty of Northern Ireland and County Donegal through an immersive creative workshop designed for artists, photographers, and explorers. Together we’ll journey along the Causeway Coast, visit hidden glens, and connect with the landscape’s stories.
Inspired by the success of our Highland retreats, this new adventure offers space for creativity, rest, and shared discovery.
Excellent rating
Based on 28 reviews
I had a very enjoyable time with Dean and 3 others in the Isles of Harris and Lewis. The weather was challenging, even by Outer Hebrides standards, but Dean managed this very well by choosing suitable locations on the hoof as the forecast changed. Our day started and finished with Sally’s delicious catering and with the addition of a packed lunch made for us each day, we were extremely well nourished. Apart from being out and about, Dean gave us a processing session one afternoon with some great tips and tricks, which was very helpful. All in all, this was a congenial week spent in a beautiful location with a great bunch of like-minded folk, being royally looked after by Dean and Sally and I thoroughly recommend a tour with Dean if you wish to photograph these wild and beautiful islands (don’t forget to pack some wellies though!).
Bridget Codrington12/11/2025I have recently returned from an enjoyable week in Harris and Lewis with Dean. There was always a clear plan for our days but when there was bad weather Dean's knowledge of the Islands meant we could adapt and make the most of the conditions and carry on shooting. I feel we saw the best of both Islands for photography with Dean on hand for advice when needed. Our accommodation was in a stunning spot with Sally providing delicious food all week. I hope to be on another workshop soon.+0
ros alcock03/02/2026Great workshop- Uist island hopping. Clearly planned with care and attention. I really appreciated the time Dean took to speak with me prior to workshop to help review my kit and ensure I would get the very best from the time. I bought a few extra filters and used them all. Lots of opportunities to explore and photograph various stunning locations which I otherwise would not have found. Hospitality, and catering were excellent. A real home from home week. Dean and Sally make it look effortless.
Shimona Gayle29/09/2025I spent an excellent day recently in Torridon with Dean on a 1-2-1 workshop. The experience was worth every penny. He guided me to some great locations as well as gently prodding me to improve my technical and compositional skills. A most sociable and enjoyable day. Many thanks. Ian Seller+0
Ian Seller13/04/2026Just spent the most wonderful week on a Harris & Lewis photography workshop with Dean and I've no doubt all participants have come away with some amazing photographs. Dean kept constant check on the weather conditions, tide times etc to ensure we experienced every location (iconic ones as well as hidden gems) at their photographic best. All participants received help and guidance out in the field and Dean also gave some editing sessions in the evening. Staying in cottages rather than a hotel was cosy and comfortable and Sally's home cooked meals every evening were delicious, not forgetting the excellent choices on the breakfast and packed lunch menus. We certainly did not go hungry! Based on my experience on Harris & Lewis, I've absolutely no hesitation in recommending a Dean Allan photography workshop. I'll definitely be booking another one.
Úna White01/02/2026We enjoyed the photo tour with Dean Allen. He is an outstanding photographer with unique view of Scotland landscape spots.
Zhigang Ma17/09/2026Another great workshop with Dean! This was the seventh one and I keep learning from him and enjoying the way things are organized throughout the week. There will be an eighth one!
Jean-Luc Duchemin23/04/2026The small Islands tour offered the most spectacular photographic opportunities and my learning curve with Dean was fast and furious. He has an extraordinary talent for recognising what you need to learn and has a calm but determined energy. Being in the very rugged and relatively untouched landscape that this trip offered was quite magical and the group I think absorbed this magic and worked very well on a close level. The accommodation was perfect and fitting, and as a first (and not last) experience with Dean, I don"t think I could have been luckier.
Roberta Parkin06/04/2026Torridon trip was fantastic- beautiful landscape and photo opportunities (thanks Dean). Great accommodation with excellent food (thanks Sally) and great company (it’s been a long time since I’ve laughed so much)+0
Helen Barry18/05/2026My best workshop ever, love the way Dean is composing his pictures, his choice of location, his teaching and helping. Also love the organisation staying in one house is very comfortable and eating together feels like home.
Philippe Vandemoortele02/10/2025
