About this Event
Ultimate South of France Photography Workshop
Lavender & Wild Horses
Ultimate South of France is a 7-day immersive photography workshop set in one of Europe’s most visually captivating regions. From the endless lavender fields of Valensole to the ochre cliffs of Roussillon and the wild shores of Camargue, you will photograph iconic landscapes, wildlife, and timeless villages.
Led by three professional photography guides, this hands-on experience focuses on mastering light, motion, composition, and storytelling. Capture golden sunrises, dramatic action with white Camargue horses, black bulls in misty marshlands, flamingos, lavender portraits with models, and authentic Provençal scenery.
You will stay in charming boutique hotels with private rooms, enjoy full-board local cuisine, and travel in comfortable private transport. With expert guidance in the field and during editing sessions, you will refine your vision, grow creatively, and return home with a powerful portfolio and unforgettable memories.
Agenda
Day 1 – Saturday, 27th June
Info: Welcome to the South of France! Upon your arrival at Marseille Airport or the main train station, our friendly guides will be there to meet you and transfer you to our comfortable hotel conveniently located near the airport. With a refreshing pool and on-site restaurant, it’s the perfect place to relax and settle in.
In the late afternoon, we’ll come together for a relaxed Welcome Reception. Bring your camera, we’ll go over essential settings and share a few tips to get you ready for the unique locations and lighting conditions you’ll encounter throughout the trip. It’s also a moment to reflect on your personal goals for this workshop: What would you love to capture? What story do you want your photos to tell?
As the sun sets, we’ll sit down for a delicious group dinner, a chance to connect with your fellow photographers, chat with your guides, and soak in the excitement of what’s to come. The journey is just beginning!
Day 2 – Sunday, 28th June
Info: After your first night in the South of France, we begin with a hearty breakfast before setting off into the heart of Provence.
As we drive through rolling countryside, the scenery transforms into endless lavender and sunflower fields stretching to the horizon. We’ll pause along the way to take in the views before arriving in Valensole for a delicious local lunch.
In the afternoon, you’ll photograph one of the region’s most breathtaking lavender fields, capturing bold colors and elegant patterns that define Provence. Later, we check into our beautiful countryside hotel and enjoy a relaxed French dinner together.
As golden hour arrives, we head back into the fields for a magical sunset shoot, watching the lavender glow in the fading light.
Day 3 – Monday, 29th June
Info: We start early at one of our secret sunrise spots, where Provence awakens in soft light, lavender scent, and gentle morning mist — a peaceful, unforgettable shoot.
Afterward, we return for rest and a relaxed breakfast, followed by free time to enjoy the pool or explore nearby Valensole. In the afternoon, we gather for lunch, a short editing session, and a quick model photography briefing.
Then we head back into the lavender for a beautiful golden-hour model shoot, ending the day with a picnic by the fields and a magical sunset over Provence.
Day 4 – Tuesday, 30th June
Info: Today begins gently with a slow morning. Sleep in, enjoy breakfast, review your photos, relax by the pool, or wander the peaceful hotel gardens at your own pace.
Later, we set out through classic Provençal scenery of sunflowers, wheat fields, lavender, and olive groves. Our first stop is the stunning hilltop village of Gordes for lunch and photography, followed by the serene Abbaye de Sénanque, where lavender frames the historic monastery.
In the evening, we visit colorful Roussillon, where glowing ochre cliffs and pastel houses shine in the soft light, before returning to the hotel for a restful night.
Day 5 – Wednesday, 1st July
Info: After a final breakfast in Valensole, we begin an exciting new chapter—heading toward Camargue to photograph its legendary white horses. Along the way, we stop in the medieval town of Aigues-Mortes for lunch, exploration, and photography within its historic walls.
Later, we check into our hotel and prepare with a short horse photography briefing covering settings, lenses, and techniques. Then we head to a secret beach location, where elegant white horses move through water and surf in the golden evening light—an unforgettable, action-filled shoot guided by our team from start to finish.
Day 6 – Thursday, 2nd July
Info: We begin before sunrise in the wild marshes of Camargue, photographing the legendary black bulls as they move through mist and golden light, guided by their guardians on horseback. It’s raw, powerful, and unforgettable.
After coffee with the guardians, we return for breakfast and rest. In the afternoon, we visit Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer and the Camargue Ornithological Park to photograph flamingos in their natural habitat.
As evening falls, we return to our secret beach for another breathtaking wild horse shoot at sunset.
Day 7 – Friday, 3rd July
Info: All great adventures must come to an end—but not without one last peaceful morning in the Camargue. After an unforgettable week of creativity, connection, and photography, we’ll gather for one final breakfast at the hotel. If time allows, enjoy a quick swim, a stroll through the grounds, or perhaps a quiet moment with the horses grazing nearby—a final breath of the beauty that has surrounded us all week.
Once everyone is ready, we’ll begin our return journey to Marseille, with drop-offs at the airport and train station. It’s never easy to say goodbye, but we part ways with memory cards full of stunning images, new friendships, and a heart full of inspiration.
Until next time—merci et à bientôt!
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Marseille Airport, rd 20, Marseille, France
EUR 4950.00
