During the tour, you’ll develop practical skills in landscape and night photography through hands-on guidance in the field and dedicated post-processing sessions.

We’ll cover everything from composition and exposure to focusing, changing coastal and mountain light, Milky Way photography, and advanced shooting techniques. Our goal is to help you become more confident in the field and return home with stronger, more creative images.

Here’s what you will learn during the tour:

📷 Mastering Your Equipment – Get the most from your camera and lenses in changing light and challenging outdoor conditions.

📱 Planning Your Shots – Use photography apps and planning tools to find the best locations, light, and compositions across Northern Spain.

🖼️ Composition Techniques – Build stronger images using composition, perspective, foreground elements, and creative approaches.

💡 Managing Light & Exposure – Understand changing coastal, forest, and mountain light and choose the right ISO, aperture, shutter speed, and exposure compensation for each scene.

🎯 Focusing Techniques – Learn precise focusing, hyperfocal distance, and depth of field for sharper landscape and night images.

🌄 Advanced Landscape Techniques – Master focus stacking, exposure blending, perspective blending, and panoramic techniques for more detailed and dynamic images.

🌌 Night Sky Photography – Learn how to photograph the night sky and create sharp, well-exposed images in low-light conditions.

✨ Milky Way Photography – Learn how to plan, capture, and process Milky Way images, from field techniques to a complete editing workflow.

🖌️ Post-Processing Skills – Improve your images using Photoshop, Lightroom, masks, layers, dodge & burn, and advanced color and contrast techniques.

🔄 Workflow Optimization – Develop a more efficient workflow from planning and shooting to final image, with practical techniques you can continue using after the tour.

By the end of the workshop, you’ll have gained both the technical knowledge and creative confidence to capture powerful landscape and night photography images across Northern Spain.

📍 Where and when does the tour start?

The tour begins at Bilbao Airport (BIO) on April 28th, with a meeting time no later than 12:00 PM.

📍 When does the tour end?

On May 4th, we will drop the group back at Bilbao Airport in the morning. Please schedule your departure flight for the afternoon to allow sufficient time for travel and check-in.

📍 How do I get to Bilbao Airport?

You can fly to Bilbao Airport (BIO) from many international destinations, with convenient connections through major European airports. If you prefer to arrive a day early and explore Bilbao, we’d be happy to recommend accommodations based on your preferences.

📍 Can you pick me up from a hotel?

Yes! If you are staying at a hotel in Bilbao, we can arrange to pick you up directly before departure.

✈️ Need help planning your arrival? Feel free to contact us for travel tips and hotel recommendations!

This workshop is open to photographers of all levels, from beginners to advanced. Whether you are just starting out or already experienced, the itinerary and guidance are adapted to support your level.

The only requirement is an interest in landscape and night photography, along with a willingness to spend time outdoors shooting from sunrise through sunset and into the night under Northern Spain’s skies.

No special physical preparation is required, as most photography locations are easily accessible with short walks.

The only moderately challenging hike is on Day 2: approximately 2 hours round trip (6 km / 3.7 miles, 250 m / 820 ft elevation gain). The trail is wide and well-maintained, with no exposed or dangerous sections, making it manageable for most participants.

The weather in Northern Spain can be unpredictable, with a mix of warm days, rain showers, and cooler nights. In spring, daytime temperatures typically range between 15°C and 25°C (59–77°F), while nighttime temperatures—especially during sessions at higher elevations—can drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Rain showers are common, particularly in the forested areas, while the Atlantic coast can experience strong winds and occasional thunderstorms. Being prepared with layers, waterproof clothing, and rain protection will help keep you comfortable while capturing the landscapes in changing conditions.

Northern Spain’s weather can change quickly, so we recommend being prepared for both warm days and cool, wet conditions.

We suggest:

🌡️ Base Layer: Lightweight, breathable clothing for daytime hikes

🧥 Mid Layer: Warm fleece or insulated jacket for cooler evenings

🌧️ Outer Layer: Waterproof and windproof jacket for rain and changing weather

🥶 Cold-Weather Layer: Warm layers for night photography at higher elevations

🥾 Footwear: Waterproof hiking boots with good grip and non-slip soles

🧤 Accessories: Hat, gloves, and thermal socks for colder nights

With the right clothing and footwear, you’ll stay comfortable from warm daytime hikes to cool and potentially wet night photography sessions.

To make the most of your landscape and night photography on this journey, we recommend bringing the following gear.

• Essential Equipment

📸 Digital Camera – DSLR or mirrorless with full manual controls

🏔️ Sturdy Tripod – essential for long exposures and Milky Way photography

⏱️ Remote Shutter Release – useful for maximum sharpness during long exposures

• Recommended Lenses

🌄 Fast Wide-Angle Lens (f/2.8 or faster) – ideal for Milky Way photography and vast landscapes (e.g., 14–24mm, 15–30mm)

📷 Versatile Zoom Lens (24–70mm / 24–120mm / 70–200mm) – useful for a variety of landscape compositions and details

• Optional Gear

🛠️ Photo Filters – GND, ND, and polarizer filters for different lighting conditions

🔭 Star Tracker – optional for advanced astrophotography; we’ll teach you how to use it in the field

🔋 Extra Batteries – especially useful during nighttime sessions

🧽 Lens Cleaning Cloths – to keep your gear clean from dust, moisture, and condensation

If you have any questions about your equipment, feel free to reach out—we’ll be happy to help you choose the best gear for this photography adventure.

Yes. Post-processing, image review, and dedicated editing sessions are fully included during the week.

During the tour, we’ll review images captured in the field and work through practical editing techniques for both landscape and night photography, using software such as Photoshop and Lightroom.

We’ll cover complete workflows for Milky Way images, along with advanced landscape techniques such as focus stacking, exposure blending, and perspective blending. The goal is to help you turn your field captures into polished final images while developing a more efficient editing workflow.

These sessions will help you:

🛠️ Build a Complete Editing Workflow – From RAW file to final image

🌌 Master Milky Way Processing – From capture to final result

🏔️ Improve Landscape Images – Using focus stacking, exposure blending, and perspective blending

🎨 Enhance Image Quality – Improve detail, color, contrast, and overall impact

📚 Develop Advanced Skills – Build practical post-processing skills you can continue using after the tour

Hands-on guidance throughout the tour will help you understand not only how to edit your images, but why each technique works, giving you practical skills you can continue using long after the tour.

🥐 Breakfasts: Included daily at the hotels

🥪 Lunch: Flexible, with quick meals or stops at local restaurants, cafés, or supermarkets depending on the day’s schedule

🍽️ Dinners: Usually at local restaurants, with the option of a packed dinner during sunset or Milky Way sessions when needed

Our schedule remains flexible throughout the tour, allowing us to adapt meals around the best light, weather, and photography opportunities while also giving you time to enjoy the local food and relax.

Most photography locations throughout the journey are easily accessible by van, so you won’t need to carry a heavy backpack every day. The main exception is Day 2, when we’ll hike into the Picos de Europa for sunset and Milky Way photography.

📍 Day 2 – Picos de Europa: Sunset & Milky Way Photography

We’ll hike to our photography location in the afternoon and stay out after sunset for night photography, so bring:

📸 Camera & Lenses: Mirrorless or DSLR with a fast wide-angle lens (e.g., 14–24mm f/2.8 or 16–35mm f/2.8)

🏔️ Tripod: Essential for long exposures and night photography

⏱️ Remote Shutter Release: Recommended for exposures longer than 30 seconds

🔦 Headlamp: Essential for the return after night photography

🧥 Warm Layers: Essential for nighttime temperatures that can drop to around 6°C (43°F)

💧 Water: Bring enough water for the hike

🥪 Snacks: Sandwiches and light snacks; we’ll stop at a market beforehand

📍 Other Days – Photography Locations

On the remaining days, most locations are accessible by van with only short walks to reach the best viewpoints, so there’s no need to carry a heavy backpack or full hiking gear.

Each participant should bring:

🧳 A rigid hard-shell suitcase (not a soft bag)

🎒 A photography backpack

This setup ensures optimal space in the vans and makes travel between locations more comfortable and convenient throughout the workshop.

Everything you need to know to prepare for your Northern Spain journey.

📄 Passport or ID Card

A valid passport or national ID card is required for travel to Spain. Please ensure your documents are valid for the entire duration of your stay.

💱 Currency

The official currency in Spain is the Euro (EUR). Credit cards are widely accepted in hotels, restaurants, shops, and most services, including Visa and MasterCard.

🏧 ATMs

Cash can be easily withdrawn in EUR from ATMs using a debit or credit card. ATMs are widely available at airports, in towns, and throughout the regions we visit.

🛂 Visa Requirements

Travelers from outside the European Union or Schengen Area should check whether a visa is required to enter Spain. Please verify the entry requirements for your nationality through the official Spanish embassy or consulate before traveling.