Ireland Photography
Tour 2026
Ireland Photo Tour 2026 – Wild Coast & Ruins with Bret Culp
Dunguaire Castle at dawn in County Galway, Ireland — photographed by Bret Culp while leading a fine art photo tour through Ireland’s southwest
An 8-day, small group journey through ancient
landscapes and dramatic coastal light.
Photograph Ireland's Rugged West with Bret Culp
Walk where monks carved steps into stone 1,400 years ago. Capture sea-sprayed cliffs at golden hour. Stand beneath castle ruins older than memory.
This upcoming photo tour brings you to the heart of Ireland’s wild southwest coast—guided by award-winning fine art photographer Bret Culp, whose work explores impermanence, renewal, and the passage of time through landscapes shaped by human history and natural reclamation.
This small-group photo tour and workshop blends guided shooting, artistic insight, and time for personal vision. Together we’ll chase light, uncover forgotten sites, and create deeply personal photographs. Past participants have become close friends—drawn together by shared moments in timeless places. If this journey speaks to you, we invite you to join the interest list.
Where We’ll Go – Landscapes, Ruins & Remote Wonders
Our journey through Ireland’s southwest will follow the light—from cliff tops to ruined chapels, windswept islands to mountain passes. Every stop offers a chance to slow down, look deeply, and photograph the layers of time written into the land.
Killarney
Aran Islands
Valentia Island
Dingle Peninsula
Skellig Steps
Skellig Michael Monastery
Skellig Michael
The Burren
Want to see more of Bret’s work from Ireland? [View Ireland Portfolio→]
These are just some of the remarkable locations we’ll explore together.
Valentia Island – Rain-swept hills, distant lighthouse views, and open Atlantic light
Skellig Michael (weather permitting) – A UNESCO World Heritage Site with 6th-century monastery ruins and beehive huts perched atop dramatic stone steps above the Atlantic
Ring of Kerry – Castles, Iron Age forts, ruins, standing stones, and raw Atlantic coastline
Killarney National Park – Mountains, lakes, castles and abbeys
Dingle Peninsula – Sea cliffs, castles and monastic settlements
The Burren – Part of a UNESCO Global Geopark, featuring weathered limestone pavement, the Poulnabrone Dolmen, ancient tombs, and ring forts
Cliffs of Moher – Towering Atlantic cliffs from lesser-seen perspectives at Hag’s Head, also part of the UNESCO Global Geopark
The Aran Islands – Stone labyrinths, traditional thatched cottages, castles, forts, and a shipwreck
Your experience is designed to be immersive, enriching, and effortless. I'll take care of the logistics so you can focus on making photographs, not plans.
Included
8 days of guided photography with Bret Culp
Small group (6–8 participants max)
Ground transportation in Ireland (with professional driver)
Single occupancy accommodations (hotels, and/or B&Bs)
Ferry crossings (e.g. Shannon and Aran Islands)
Entry to select heritage sites
Daily location coaching, artistic critique, and mentorship
Curated itinerary focused on light, mood, and access
Optional post-tour Zoom group session to reconnect, share and critique images, and reflect together
Not Included
Flights to and from Shannon Airport, Ireland
Travel insurance (required)
Meals (except breakfast, typically included with accommodations)
Optional experiences (e.g. Skellig Michael boat charter, weather dependent)
Gear – tripods, filters, or other photographic equipment
Who This Tour Is For
Passionate photographers, from beginner to advanced
Travellers who value photo tours and workshops with depth over speed and tourism
Artists drawn to atmosphere, story, and the marks left by time
Those who find inspiration in ruins, coastlines, and ancient places
People who value shared experience but appreciate time to work independently
Participants who are open to unpredictable weather, shifting light, and spontaneity
Anyone capable of moderate walking on uneven or coastal terrain
You don’t need years of experience or the latest gear—just a thoughtful eye, an open mind, and a genuine interest in making meaningful images.
Want to Join My Ireland Photo Tour?
The 2026 tour will be limited to a small group, with personalized guidance and access to some of the most atmospheric locations in Ireland. If this sounds like the kind of photographic experience you’re looking for, I invite you to express your interest below.
I’ll be in touch as details come together—including the full itinerary and pricing. There’s no commitment at this stage, but I encourage you to join the list early to ensure your place—space will be limited.
Pricing will reflect the quality, access, and personal attention the tour offers—and will be competitive with similar small-group photography experiences.
Prefer email? You can also reach out directly at [info@bretculp.com].
About Bret Culp
Bret Culp is a Canadian fine art photographer whose work explores impermanence, memory, and transformation. His black and white images are atmospheric and quiet; his colourful solargraphs, created with handmade pinhole cameras, trace the sun’s path across months of exposure.
His photographs have appeared in LensWork, Black & White Magazine, PhotoEd, and exhibitions across Canada, the U.S., and internationally—including at the Orillia Museum of Art & History, the Tom Thomson Art Gallery, and the Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival. He has received top awards from Impact 2023, the Black & White Spider Awards, and the Newmarket Juried Art Show.
While working on the television series The Tudors and Camelot, Bret spent years photographing Ireland—developing a deep visual connection to its ruins, coasts, and shifting light. Drawing on his cinematic background in visual effects and directing, he brings an intuitive sense of pacing, visual drama, and atmosphere to both his imagery and the way he guides others on location.
Bret Culp offers Ireland photo tours and photography workshops for artists and passionate photographers seeking a deeper connection to place. These small-group experiences explore Ireland’s wild southwest coast, from ruins to remote landscapes.