DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
Starting at CAD 5,600
Mon, 08 Sep, 2025 at 08:00 am - Tue, 16 Sep, 2025 at 07:00 pm (GMT-02:30)
DoubleTree by Hilton St. John's Harbourview
2 Hill O' Chips, St. John's, Canada
🌊 Coastal Lights: A Newfoundland Photography Adventure
Discover Coastal Magic Through Your Lens
Join professional photography coach Darrell O’Donnell for Coastal Lights: A Newfoundland Photography Adventure—an unforgettable 8-day journey through some of the East Coast’s most captivating landscapes. From the colorful streets of St. John’s and the iconic Trinity Loop to sea arches, coves, and the enchanting charm of Clarenville, every day offers new scenes and stories to capture. With hands-on coaching, scenic drives, boat tours, and daily photo review sessions, this experience is perfect for those looking to elevate their photography skills while exploring one of Canada’s most photogenic regions. Whether you're shooting whales breaching off the coast or misty morning light in fishing villages, this is your chance to photograph Newfoundland’s rugged beauty like never before.
Limited spots available.
What to Bring:
Host Hotels:
TERM & CONDITIONS:
Info: Morning:
Welcome Photography Session: Introduction to trip goals, camera settings for coastal light, and orientation with Darrell.
Coastal Sunrise Shoot from the hotel terrace (weather permitting).
Midday to Afternoon:
Walking Photo Tour: Explore the vibrant harbour, iconic jellybean row houses, and charming city corners of St. John’s.
Street photography, storytelling compositions, and capturing people in place.
Evening:
Free time to explore or dine in the colourful heart of the city.
Info: A full-day road trip designed to immerse you in Newfoundland’s breathtaking coastline, historic settlements, and rolling hills.
Photographic Highlights:
Trinity Village: Pastel houses, winding streets, and sweeping ocean backdrops.
Seascapes and Shorelines: Low tide textures, boat harbours, and crashing waves.
Rural Newfoundland Life: Unique opportunities to document authentic maritime living.
Return to St. John’s for the night.
Info: Morning to Afternoon:
O’Brien’s Boat Tour: Get ready to capture seabirds, whales, and dramatic cliffs from the water. Darrell will assist with settings and techniques for action and wildlife photography.
Evening:
Photo Sharing & Review Session: Back at the hotel, gather as a group to share images, receive feedback, and learn editing and storytelling techniques from Darrell.
A creative and collaborative evening to celebrate the journey so far.
Info: The final day based in St. John’s takes us on a picture-perfect loop through one of Newfoundland’s most whimsically named and photogenic regions.
Photographic Themes:
Fishing Villages & Harbours: Working boats, textured docks, and locals in action.
Atlantic Vistas: Dramatic skies and endless horizons.
Small Town Soul: Details that tell the story of life in outport Newfoundland.
Info: We begin our second leg of the adventure with a drive to Clarenville, a town that blends scenic beauty with small-town charm.
Photographic Highlights:
Clarenville Coastlines: Mountain backdrops and tranquil waters.
Inland Landscapes: Rolling hills and classic rural Newfoundland scenery.
Hotel: Quality Hotel, Clarenville
Info: A full-day photographic exploration of Trinity Bay and its many coves, cliffs, and charming communities.
Photographic Themes:
Heritage Homes & Fishing Boats
Coastal Reflections & Misty Horizons
Sunlight on the Bay: A masterclass in shooting water and light.
Hotel: Quality Hotel, Clarenville
Info: Get ready for a day of dramatic seascapes, geological marvels, and creative compositions.
Morning to Afternoon:
Tickle Bay Cove: Gentle waters and untouched beauty.
Sea Arch: A natural coastal sculpture, perfect for learning composition and scale.
Evening:
Final Photo Sharing & Reflection Session: Review of the week’s images, storytelling themes, and individual highlights with Darrell.
Hotel: Quality Hotel, Clarenville
Info: Our journey winds down with a reflective drive back to St. John’s.
Afternoon:
Scenic stops for final captures
Farewell thoughts and photo review on the road
Hotel: Holiday Inn St. John’s Airport Hotel
Also check out other Photography events in St. John's, Trips & Adventurous Activities in St. John's, Workshops in St. John's.
Tickets for Costal Lights: A Newfoundland Photography Adventure can be booked here.
Ticket type | Ticket price |
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General Admission | 5,600 CAD |