Expressive Photography Workshops & Events

The table below shows the current schedule of workshops and is updated regularly to reflect availability and new dates. If you wish to be notified when new workshops, or spaces as they become available, please subscribe to our newsletter.

Alister Benn has been running workshops and expressive retreats since 2012 and has huge experience in helping each participant to find their own unique take on a given place. He has a wealth of knowledge in both composition, technical captures, filters, multiple exposure, creative and expressive post-processing, and enjoys a good laugh at the same time. See below for some testimonial by existing clients.

Date Destination Status MORE DETAILS
2027
14th – 23rd January Morocco, Sahara Desert WAITING LIST MORE DETAILS
26th Jan – 4th Feb Spain, Seascape Photography Masterclass WAITING LIST MORE DETAILS
24th Feb – 5th March Scotland, Isles of Harris and Lewis WAITING LIST MORE DETAILS
11th – 18th March Scotland, Personal and creative development retreat PRIVATE
13th – 24th October Spain, Seascape Workshop PRIVATE
27th Oct – 5th Nov Spain, Seascape Photography Masterclass COMING SOON
2028
1st – 17th January Antarctica, with Justin Black AVAILABLE MORE DETAILS
4th – 17th February Hokkaido, with Toshiki Nakanishi AVAILABLE MORE DETAILS

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Amazing workshop experience with Alister in Spain January 2023! His workshop was so well planned. Alister handled shuttle service and organized wonderful accommodations at all of the locations. We enjoyed meals together and discussed our images and how we thought the days shooting had gone. I came back with many wonderful memories, new friends and so many great images! I am looking forward to doing another workshop with Alister in Scotland in 2024.

Kathy Linford

This was my first workshop and all I can say is I hope they are all this amazing! We were in Iceland and Alister took us to lots of beautiful locations and the weather was perfect! I was able to see a volcano erupt and watch the northern lights! Both bucket list items! I learned a lot from Alister and the other group participants. I’m looking forward to doing another workshop with Alister!

Matt Bixby

Excellent workshop in Scotland. It was full of insight, learning, and laughter! The scenery and atmosphere of the Outer Hebrides was unique, rugged, and beautiful. As a repeat participant in Expressive Photography workshops — Alister continues to help me find my voice and approach to photography.

Jeffrey Wagoner

By far the best workshop experience I’ve had. Alister hosted a top notch trip to Spain with fantastic locations and wonderful accommodations. I learned so much from him and it really improved the way I approach a scene. I’m looking forward to more education from Alister both on his YouTube channel and in-person!

Bradley Barnes

Alister has had a profound impact in helping me find my voice as a photographer. He combines solid technical expertise with an engaging teaching style and a spirit of compassion. The combination is a rare find and makes his products and services as special and impactful as they are.

Jeff Stern

In November 2023 I attended my 3rd workshop with Alister. That fact already speaks for itself. Alister is a great teacher.He inspires thinking and creating outside the box, all in very friendly atmosphere.

Lidia Brandes

Excellent guide, fantastic teacher, great photographer. 100% recommended!

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