NORFOLK ISLAND · 14–21 MAY 2027
PHOTOGRAPH NORFOLK ISLAND
An eight-day small-group photography journey through dramatic coastlines, World Heritage landscapes and the island’s remarkable changing light.
With John Armytage and Craig Williams
🌊 LIMITED TO 6 PHOTOGRAPHERS
AN ISLAND MADE FOR PHOTOGRAPHY
Set in the South Pacific between Australia and New Zealand, Norfolk Island brings together dramatic coastlines, pristine bays, historic ruins and distinctive island light within one remarkable destination.
Over eight carefully planned days, you’ll photograph rugged sea cliffs, secluded beaches, towering Norfolk Island pines and the World Heritage-listed landscapes of Kingston and Arthur’s Vale.
Led by John Armytage and Craig Williams, this small-group workshop combines relaxed exploration with practical, personalised photography guidance. With only six photographers, there is plenty of time to work thoughtfully at each location, ask questions and develop your creative approach.
Whether you’re building confidence with your camera or refining years of experience, you’ll be supported in creating stronger compositions, working with changing light and returning home with images that capture the character of Norfolk Island.
DRAMATIC COASTLINES · HISTORIC LANDSCAPES · REMARKABLE ISLAND LIGHT
WHY PHOTOGRAPHERS LOVE NORFOLK ISLAND
Few destinations offer so much photographic variety within such a compact and easily explored landscape.
Norfolk Island brings together rugged volcanic cliffs, turquoise bays, historic settlements, rolling countryside and towering pines—all shaped by fast-changing coastal light and weather.
WHAT YOU’LL LEARN
🌅 Work confidently with sunrise, sunset and dramatic coastal light
🌊 Photograph cliffs, bays, seascapes and moving water
📐 Use foreground elements, layers and leading lines to create stronger compositions
⛅ Respond creatively to changing weather and ocean conditions
📷 Refine your camera technique and landscape photography workflow
🎨 Develop a more considered and personal approach to your images
John Armytage and Craig Williams will provide practical, personalised guidance throughout the workshop, helping you make the most of each location and return home with greater confidence in your photography.
Beyond the photography, there will be time to relax, enjoy good food and share the island experience with a small group of like-minded photographers.
REMARKABLE LANDSCAPES · RELAXED PACE · GREAT COMPANY
WORKSHOP HIGHLIGHTS
👥 A GENUINELY SMALL GROUP
Limited to a maximum of six photographers, with a minimum of three participants required for the workshop to proceed.
🛏️ YOUR OWN PRIVATE ROOM
Every photographer enjoys the comfort and privacy of their own room throughout the workshop.
🌅 SUNRISE & SUNSET PHOTOGRAPHY
Carefully planned sessions throughout the week during the most atmospheric light of the day.
📷 TWO EXPERIENCED WORKSHOP LEADERS
Personalised, hands-on guidance from John Armytage and Craig Williams in the field.
💻 IMAGE REVIEW & EDITING
Relaxed review and editing sessions to help you assess your photographs and refine your processing.
🌊 REMARKABLE COASTAL LOCATIONS
Photograph dramatic cliffs, secluded bays, moving water and the island’s ever-changing coastal light.
🏛️ HISTORIC LANDSCAPES
Explore the World Heritage-listed Kingston and Arthur’s Vale Historic Area and other locations that reveal Norfolk Island’s distinctive character.
🚐 A RELAXED, CONSIDERED PACE
Time to photograph thoughtfully, enjoy each location and experience the island without feeling rushed.
WORKSHOP TIMING
📍 BEGINS
Sunset on Friday, 14 May 2027
📍 CONCLUDES
After sunrise on Friday, 21 May 2027
This workshop is ideal for photographers who want to improve their landscape photography while exploring one of the South Pacific’s most distinctive islands.
PHOTOGRAPHY LOCATIONS
Norfolk Island offers an extraordinary variety of landscapes within a compact area—from historic waterfronts and turquoise bays to rugged headlands, waterfalls and elevated coastal lookouts.
Potential photography locations include:
⚓ KINGSTON JETTY
Historic architecture, textured stonework, reflections and atmospheric coastal scenes.
🌅 FLAGSTAFF HILL
Elevated views across Kingston, Emily Bay and the island’s World Heritage landscape.
🌊 ANSON BAY
A dramatic west-coast setting known for rugged cliffs, expansive ocean views and beautiful evening light.
🏛️ CEMETERY BAY
Historic headstones, windswept coastal scenery and views across the Kingston coastline.
🏝️ EMILY BAY
Clear turquoise water, sheltered shores and one of Norfolk Island’s most beautiful coastal landscapes.
📷 POINT ROSS
Open coastal views, dramatic skies and excellent opportunities for minimalist seascape compositions.
🌄 QUEEN ELIZABETH LOOKOUT
Panoramic views across the island’s rolling countryside, pines and coastline.
🌊 CASCADE BAY
A working coastal setting with rugged shoreline details, ocean movement and changing light.
🧭 CAPTAIN COOK LOOKOUT
Sweeping views across cliffs, offshore islands and the island’s wild northern coastline.
💧 COCKPIT WATERFALL
Flowing water, rock textures and intimate landscape photography opportunities.
🌇 PUPPY’S POINT
A memorable west-coast location for sunset, layered headlands and glowing ocean light.
Our itinerary will remain flexible so we can respond to the weather, tides, access and changing light. This gives us the best possible chance of being in the right location when conditions come together.
IS THIS WORKSHOP RIGHT FOR YOU?
This Norfolk Island workshop is designed especially for photographers over 50 who value a relaxed pace, comfortable travel and personalised guidance.
It will suit you if you want to:
📷 Improve your landscape photography skills in real locations
🌅 Better understand composition, light and creative camera technique
🌊 Photograph dramatic coastlines, historic landscapes and changing island weather
👥 Travel with a small, friendly group of like-minded photographers
🚐 Enjoy a thoughtfully planned experience without a rushed itinerary
💡 Learn in a supportive environment, whatever your current experience level
You don’t need to be an advanced photographer or have the latest equipment. Bring your camera, curiosity and enthusiasm—John and Craig will help you develop your skills from wherever you are now.
If you enjoy meaningful travel, remarkable landscapes and sharing the experience with people who love photography, you’ll feel at home on this workshop.
MEET YOUR WORKSHOP LEADERS
With two experienced landscape photographers supporting a maximum of only six guests, you’ll benefit from generous individual attention, two creative perspectives and practical guidance throughout the journey.
📷 JOHN ARMYTAGE
John Armytage is a professional landscape photographer based in Port Macquarie, NSW, and the founder of John Armytage Photography.
He specialises in leading relaxed, small-group landscape photography workshops across Australia and internationally. John’s supportive teaching style helps photographers better understand their cameras, strengthen their compositions and develop greater confidence in the field.
🏔️ CRAIG WILLIAMS
Craig Williams is an experienced landscape photographer and workshop leader who has travelled extensively, photographing dramatic landscapes throughout Australia and beyond.
Craig brings a wealth of field experience, technical knowledge and creative insight. His approachable guidance helps photographers refine their technique, develop their visual style and make the most of every location.
🤝 TWO PHOTOGRAPHERS · ONE SMALL GROUP
John and Craig share a practical, encouraging approach to teaching. Together, they’ll help you work confidently with Norfolk Island’s changing coastal light while ensuring the workshop remains relaxed, enjoyable and genuinely personal.
WORKSHOP INVESTMENT
⭐ FOCUS PLUS MEMBERS
$6,395 AUD per person
📷 STANDARD BOOKING
$6,495 AUD per person
Your workshop investment includes your own private room, personalised tuition from two experienced workshop leaders and a carefully planned eight-day photography experience across Norfolk Island.
👥 Limited to a maximum of only six photographers.
With such a small group, you’ll enjoy generous individual guidance, a relaxed pace and plenty of time to photograph each location thoughtfully.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
🏨 7 NIGHTS’ PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION
Your own room at Channers on Norfolk throughout the workshop.
🌅 SUNRISE & SUNSET PHOTOGRAPHY
Carefully planned sessions during the island’s most atmospheric light.
📷 PERSONALISED TUITION
Hands-on guidance from John Armytage and Craig Williams throughout the workshop.
💻 IMAGE REVIEW & EDITING
A supportive group session to review your photographs and refine your processing.
🚐 WORKSHOP TRANSPORT
Group transport to and from scheduled photography locations on Norfolk Island.
🍽️ GROUP DINNER
One relaxed group dinner at the resort.
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
✈️ Flights to and from Norfolk Island
🍴 Meals and beverages, apart from the included group dinner
🛡️ Travel and medical insurance
💳 Personal expenses and optional activities
READY TO PHOTOGRAPH NORFOLK ISLAND?
Join John Armytage and Craig Williams for eight memorable days photographing dramatic coastlines, historic landscapes and remarkable island light.
📅 14–21 May 2027
🏨 Your own private room
👥 Maximum 6 photographers
With two experienced workshop leaders and a genuinely small group, you’ll enjoy personalised guidance, a relaxed pace and the time to create images you’ll be proud of.
Places are strictly limited. Secure your place and begin looking forward to an unforgettable Norfolk Island photography experience.
Book Your Place
Places on this Norfolk Island Photography Workshop are limited to just 6 photographers to ensure a personalised and relaxed learning experience.
If capturing dramatic coastal landscapes while learning from experienced photographers sounds like something you would love to experience, we would love to have you join us.
Click the Book Workshop button below to secure your place.
Important Information
Please Note
At John Armytage Photography, our priority is to provide you with the best possible photography experience while ensuring the safety, comfort and enjoyment of every participant.
From time to time, weather, tides, road conditions or other circumstances beyond our control may require adjustments to the itinerary, photography locations, accommodation, dining venues or schedule. Any changes will always be made in the best interests of the group and to maximise your photographic opportunities.
Cancellations & Refunds
If you need to cancel your booking, please notify us in writing via email as soon as possible.
Payments are refundable up to 60 days prior to the workshop commencement date.
Unfortunately, refunds cannot be provided within 60 days of departure unless your place can be filled by another participant.
We strongly recommend that all participants take out comprehensive travel insurance to protect against unforeseen circumstances.
Participant Responsibilities
Participants are responsible for arranging:
Travel to and from the workshop (unless otherwise stated)
Personal travel insurance
Medical insurance (where applicable)
Any personal expenses not included in the workshop package
Participants are also responsible for ensuring they have a reasonable level of fitness suitable for the workshop and for taking appropriate care of their personal belongings and photographic equipment.
John Armytage Photography accepts no responsibility for loss, theft, damage, personal injury or additional travel expenses incurred during the workshop.
Workshop Cancellation
In the unlikely event that John Armytage Photography is required to cancel a workshop, all monies paid directly to us will be refunded in full.
While we will always endeavour to provide as much notice as possible, we cannot accept responsibility for any third-party costs incurred by participants, including flights, accommodation, travel arrangements or other associated bookings. For this reason, comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended.
Copyright
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We Look Forward to Photographing With You
Thank you for considering a photography tour with John Armytage Photography.
We look forward to sharing incredible locations, unforgettable experiences and the opportunity to create beautiful images together.
See you on the workshop!