Introduction to Landscape Photography in Eryri National Park

Immerse yourself in the stunning sights of the Ogwen Valley in Eryri National Park with Carl Hare — FUJIFILM Product Specialist.

Who will be joining you?

Before we share the details of our photography workshop in the Ogwen Valley, let’s get to know more about the photography guide who will be accompanying you on our landscape workshop of Wales’ national treasure.

Carl Hare

Carl Hare pairs creative experience with technical know-how as our FUJIFILM UK Experiential Marketing Specialist, FUJIFILM School Trainer and as a freelance photographer based in Hampshire. His photography spans many genres and while his professional roots trace back to weddings, Carl is equally adept at commercial product, studio portraiture, macro, street, travel, landscapes and wildlife photography.

Keen to share his wealth of knowledge, Carl has delivered photography workshops for close to a decade. His passion for the outdoors is a constant source of inspiration and when he can combine it with his teaching skills, there’s simply nothing better – for him and his students. 

Key information for attendees

If you’re interested in attending our photography tour, you will find all the information you need to join us on this exciting event below.

Location: Eryri National Park, Ogwen Valley

Meeting point: National Trust Carneddau & Glyderau Visitors Centre. Canolfan Cwm Idwal, Ogwen, Bethesda, Bangor. LL57 3LZ

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Date: 26^th June 2026

Time: 10:00 - 16:00

Price: £169.00

What can you expect from this workshop?

This workshop is aimed at aspiring landscape photographers of a beginner or intermediate level. While comprehensive training and guidance will be provided on the day, it would be useful if all attendees had a basic understanding of the exposure triangle – aperture, shutter speeds and ISO.

The itinerary for the day

Note: Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time. Locations and timings are subject to change due to weather or workshop group.

10:00 – 10:15:

Meet at National Trust Carneddau & Glyderau for H&S Briefing.

10:15 – 10:45:

Walk up to Cwm Idwal

10:45 - 12:30:

Photograph around Cwm Idwal

12:30 – 12:45:

Leave Cwm Idwal & Arrive at National Trust Carneddau & Glyderau for Lunch 

12:45 – 13:30:

Lunch

13:30 – 15:00:

Photograph Llyn Ogwen Falls

15:00 – 16:00:

Walk back to Car Park & debrief, end workshop.

What will you learn?

This workshop is an introduction to landscape photography techniques using exposure bracketing, composition, lighting and some camera control settings. We will also have the ability to look at long exposure techniques using filters and tripods.

This one-day photography workshop is aimed at aspiring Landscape and Travel Photographers. The area we will concentrate on in the Eryri National Park is around the Ogwen Valley which is famed for its mountaineering and outdoor activity prowess. It is also an access point for the Carneddau and Glyderau mountain ranges.

First, we will look to explore the beautiful ice-sculpted hanging valley of Cwm Idwal, a bowl-shaped hollow filled with the crystal clear waters of Llyn Idwal, world famous for its rock formations and rare and fragile plant life. The large glacial boulders of Cwm Idwal were first noted by the famed Geologist and Biologist Charles Darwin, on his field visit in 1842.

We will then head over to the shallow ribbon lake, Llyn Ogwen. Which lies between the mountain ranges of Snowdonia, the Carneddau and the Glyderau. It is said that after the Battle of Camlann in the early 6th Century, Bedivere, a Knight of the Round Table cast King Arthur's mighty sword, Excalibur, into the lake where it was caught by the lady of the lake. With beautiful views of several mountain ranges and mountains including one of the most recognisable peaks in Britain, Tryfan, where Sir Edmund Hillary trained for his ascent of Mount Everest.

What kit do you need?

You’re welcome to bring your own set-up, although a selection of the latest FUJIFILM cameras and lenses will be available on the day. Photographers travelling lighter are also welcome to borrow 3LeggedThing tripods and Kase filters.

Please do contact us on fujifilm_schoolUK@fujifilm.com or call us on 0203 486 4610 if there is anything you want to try. We will try our very best to accommodate you.

As the UK weather is so unpredictable, be sure to pack weather-appropriate clothing, wear comfortable shoes, and take a bottle of water and snacks to keep you going. Though we will have a designated break time to rest, catch up and reset, there will be a lot of walking and time spent outside.

Activity and mobility

The physical intensity level for this workshop is moderate. Walking to Cwm Idwal can be challenging with some steep sections of mountain path. The full trail is roughly 3 miles around the lake from the visitors’ centre. Walking down to Ogwen Falls requires some form of scrambling on rocks to get to water level. Walking around the Llyn Ogwen path requires walking on some rocks, with some undulating terrain and paths. Waking past Afon Lloer requires walking on undulating mountain paths.

First aid

Your workshop leaders are fully First Aid Trained for studio activities and will always carry a full First Aid kit. There is a defibrillator situated outside the Ogwen Snack bar.

Additional information

Tickets do not include any expenses, train fares, meals, taxi fares, parking charges, etc unless otherwise stated. Please aim to arrive 15 minutes before your session time.

Site amenities

Accessible Toilets

• Visitors Centre
• Light refreshment kiosk – hot and cold snacks (Opening Times: 09:00 – 16:00)
• Disabled Parking

Car Parking

Car Parking is NOT allowed alongside the A5 road. Please use the local car parks.

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