Slovenia photography workshops

Ian Middleton Photography - Slovenia Photography Workshops

3 or 5 days

Easy - Moderate

Small Groups

Improve your photography skills
in the fascinating alpine region of Slovenia

My Slovenia photography workshops and tours offer you the chance to improve your photography skills in a fun and relaxing environment while capturing beautiful images of lakes and mountains in this captivating little country.

Photography workshops in the beautiful alpine region of Slovenia

Join me, Ian Middleton, on one of my Slovenia photography workshops in the stunning alpine region of this amazing country. We’ll visit two beautiful glacial lakes: Lake Bled and Lake Bohinj, and travel through stunning alpine valleys and mountain vistas, visit waterfalls, rapids and gorges. We’ll photograph lovely castles and churches, on lakes, beside lakes and on hilltops, all with magnificent backdrops.

Accommodation is included and we will be based at the beautiful Lake Bled.

All my Slovenia photography workshops are timed for the autumn and spring, During these times the colours in Slovenia are incredible and on my photography workshops you can photograph beautiful mountains and gorgeous autumnal colours or the myriad of greens in spring. We’ll learn how to photograph fast flowing water effects, and can photograph the Bohinj Valley and Julian Alps from a stunning viewpoint.

These workshops might include early mornings in order to catch the dawn and sunrise.

Panoramic view across the beautiful Lake Bled, island church of the assumption of Mary, and hilltop castle at dawn, Slovenia.

WORKSHOP INFO

Workshop type

Private workshops (1 – 2 people)

Small group workshop (4 people)

AVAILABLE AS

4 Days / 3 Nights

5 Days / 4 Nights

dates

A landscape photographer's paradise

Stunning mountain scenes

Our photography tour will take in a variety of great locations such as this view of Jamnik Church with the beautiful conical-shaped Storžič mountain in the backdrop. 

This classic view is best photographed at sunrise, and at certain times of the year you can capture the sun rising right over the mountain peak itself.

Beautiful landscapes

The little church of Saint Thomas may not seem like much, but when viewed from this particular location it takes on a whole new look.

Looking out from this viewpoint you get an amazing panoramic view across the Selska Valley to the Kamnik Alps and the Karavanke Alps.

Magical Lake Bled

Lake Bled is the fairytale of Slovenia. It’s a magical place with breathtaking views from all around. The island church and medieval hilltop castle are all backed by the marvelous Karavanke Alps looking from the western side, and the Julian Alps looking from the eastern side. It can be photographed at both sunrise, especially in the mist, or sunset.

We will be based right here and you can shoot this lake from a variety of viewpoints. Maybe even extend your stay and do some more photography after the workshop ends.

Alpine Lake Bohinj

Wedged into a gorgeous alpine valley in the heart of the Triglav National Park, Lake Bohinj is the jewel in the heart of Alpine Slovenia.

Sitting serenely in its picturesque setting framed by the glorious Julian Alps, it is the largest permanent lake in Slovenia.

Like Bled, Lake Bohinj looks stunning in the early morning mist as it burns away to reveal the mountainous backdrop.

Waterfalls & Rapids

Alpine Slovenia is packed with waterfalls, lakes and raging rivers. The karst limestone rocks filtrate the water and channel it not only via rivers but also through subterranean tunnels which often burst out of rockfaces to produce stunning waterfalls such as this.

Peričnik Waterfall is a dual cascade with the upper part being the smallest (16 metres) and lower part, as seen in the photo, the largest (52 metres).

Other falls and rapids include Savica Waterfall, the source of Lake Bohinj, and Vintgar Gorge.

Alpine Plateaus

As we drive between locations you won’t fail to notice these interesting wooden features known as Kozolec (wooden racks for drying hay).

In particular the village of Srednja Vas on the Pokljuka Plateau contains some of the most interesting, including double racks all with lovely mountain backdrops.

Autumn & Spring in Slovenia

All my Slovenia photography workshops are timed for the autumn and spring. During these times the colours in Slovenia are incredible and you can photograph beautiful mountains and gorgeous autumnal colours or the myriad of greens in spring.

These workshops include early mornings in order to catch the dawn and sunrise.

My workshops are ideal for people looking to photograph the incredible beauty this diverse little country has to offer, but also learn and improve your photographic skills and eye.

Accommodation in a private room

Breakfast

All transport on workshop days

All tuition and guidance

Free ebook guide to photography

Flights

Lunch and Dinner

Travel & equipment insurance
(Guests must ensure they have their own travel insurance)

Mirrorless & DSLR users ideally (but some advanced compact or bridge SLRs may suit. Contact me to discuss whether your camera is suitable or not).

This workshop can involve some walking or standing on grassy terrain which could likely be wet and muddy. Good sturdy, water resistant boots are advised.

 

Camera (Obviously)

Tripod.

Remote shutter release cable.

Spare batteries.

Raincover (or umbrella).

Polarising filter

Neutral density filter

ND grad filters

Head or hand torch
(for working, and getting back to the car in the dark)

(If coming from the UK I recommend Easyjet which flies direct from Gatwick and Luton to Ljubljana. Other nearby airports are Trieste in Italy or Venice. (Otherwise contact me for advice)

We will be based at Lake Bled. Bled is a 20-minute drive from the airport, or a 30-minute drive from Ljubljana. From Ljubljana or  the airport I recommend you take the Go-Opti shuttle. Use this code to get a 5 euro discount on your first booking: RFLIBK8ABCQA

In autumn or spring the days will be quite chilly, but the mornings and evenings colder, so warm clothes. Ideally layers that can remove or put on as we’ll either be shooting before sunrise or after sunset, in the dark, when it will be colder. You will also need a raincoat. In spring the daytime can be warm, but mornings and evenings still chilly.

 

Group bookings are available on request.
Contact me for more info

If you are interested in this workshop then you can book online if a date is available or enquire via the contact form below. Or book and pay online using one of the links above.

If you don’t book online then once a booking is agreed you will be sent an invoice for payment, a deposit is payable upon booking and the balance is due at least 8 weeks before the workshop date, unless otherwise agreed or booking was made closer to the date. Payment can be made by bank transfer, paypal.

If your workshop is cancelled for any reason by me then a full refund will be given, or you will have the chance to join another group. Should you cancel for any reason after payment has been made then a full refund will be given up to one week before the workshop date, but after that a full refund will only be given if I have a minimum of three people on the date of your booking.

Full terms & conditions here.

detailed ebook

I know how hard it can be to try and scribble down notes at any kind of lesson or workshop, so to this end I have created a detailed ebook that is totally free.

Upcoming Slovenia Photography Workshops

View across Lake Bled to the island church, clifftop castle and Mount Stol in all its spring glory, Slovenia.
25th - 28th Apr 2025
1 or 2 people together
Available

Watch some of my videos from Slovenia

Private Workshops

4 days / 3 nights
1 person – £2295
2 people – £2795

Other options available upon request

If you would like to book a private tour, or have any questions, then please use the contact form here to let me know your requirements.