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|  Puffins of SkomerThis is a fabulous opportunity to get away from all the hustle and bustle of everyday life and visit one of the UK's best kept secrets.
Skomer is a National Nature Reserve, a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a Special Protection Area. Much of Skomer has also been designated an Ancient Monument. It is surrounded by a Marine Nature Reserve. It is managed by the Wildlife Trust of South and West Wales.
Skomer Island on the Pembrokeshire Coast is home to a large number of breeding seabirds, including Manx Shearwaters, Guillemots, Razorbills, Black-legged Kittiwakes, Common Shags, Eurasian Oystercatchers, as well as birds of prey including Short-eared Owls, Common Kestrels and Peregrine Falcons.
The focus of this trip is the Atlantic Puffin population as Skomer is home to 10'000 breeding pairs who visit the island each year to nest in the burrows littered all over the island. Hatchings start in mid May until the end of July when all but the stragglers have left the island.
The island is also home to Grey Seals, which can often be viewed in the sheltered bays and rocks below the towering exposed headlands.
The first trip will be from the 21st or 22nd of May 2010 and will run every four days following for the next two weeks.
This is a full board, four day (three nights) trip with transport arranged from various locations in Dorset. Accommodation will be in an old style farmhouse not far from the ferry boat which will take us to the island each day.
Itinerary
Day 1
Leisurely trip to Pembrokeshire
Settle into the accommodation
Pub meal in the evening (drinks not included)
Day 2 and 3
Cooked Breakfast provided
Skomer Island (Packed lunch provided)
Back to accommodation where diner will be served
Day 4
Cooked breakfast provided
Leisurely trip back to Dorset (packed lunch provided)
Please ensure you advise us of any dietary requirements on booking.
Full support and training will be provided by both our team of professional photographers.
To book please click here and decide between May or June
|  Deer Watch 25th JulyAn experience not to be missed! This day trip starts with pick ups from various points around Dorset for a short journey into North Dorset to a traditional Estate near Sherborne.
The Estate itself is approximately 1700 acres with around 300 acres of predominantly oak woodland, 80 acres of common land and an enclosed 80 acre deer park which is where our interest lies.
The deer in the park are a mixture of common and menil fallow with around 120 adults and 30 fawns born each year. The estate over the last couple of hundred years the estate has been used for country sports and the hedgerows and woodlands preserved for that purpose. The result is an unspoilt environment that makes the perfect backdrop to take pictures in.
This daytrip includes transport from various locations in Dorset, packed lunch, a brief history and orienteering so you can explore at your leisure. There will be professional photographers on hand should you need any advice.
To book your place please click here
|  Architecture of Bath 10th OctoberThe architecture of Bath is not to be beaten (in my opinion). This trip will guide you through many of the significant architectural monuments in the beautiful city of Bath. We will have approx 6 hours touring Bath on foot stopping to capture the scenes on camera.
Our day will guide us from Bath Abbey, Queens square, and the Royal Crescent to name but a few of the many features this trip will encompass.
The price includes transport from various locations in Dorset, lunch and a fully guided tour with professional photographers.
This trip will run in October so that (weather permitting) we will capture the soft lighting of the autumnal skies as we wander through this beautiful city. If there weather is inclement we will move inside to capture some of the amazing indoor architectural opportunities that the city provides.
To book please click here
|  Seal Watch Various Departure DatesThis is a fabulous opportunity to photograph nature at its best. Donna Nook is the breeding site for seals from October to December and is one of the best sites for seeing and photographing seals and their pups in the UK.
Photographers have unprecedented opportunities to capture dramatic pictures of these amazing creatures. Given the vagaries of the British Weather the opportunity to stay for three nights increases the opportunity to enjoy these creatures although we cannot guarantee the weather.
Itinerary
Day 1
Leisurely trip to Lincolnshire
Settle into the accommodation
Pub meal in the evening (drinks not included)
Day 2 and 3
Cooked Breakfast provided
Donna Nook (Packed lunch provided)
Back to accommodation where diner will be served
Day 4
Cooked breakfast provided
Leisurely trip back to Dorset (packed lunch provided)
Please ensure you advise us of any dietary requirements on booking.
Full support and training will be provided by both our team of professional photographers.
To book please click here and chose either November or December.
|  Fine Art Nude Workshops - Next Date to be ConfirmedFine artistic Nude Workshop at our studio. Starting at 7.30pm until 10.30pm. Open to those with a digital SLR camera. Price only £45.00. 10% off for Camera Club members.
If you are a serious amateur, semi professional or pro shooter, and you are looking to shoot beautiful female models in a controlled enviroment studio setting, then this workshop is made for you.
You will be guaranteed to end up with some stunning images for your portfolio.
For more details please contact allison@markcouttsphotography.co.uk |  Boudoir Photography - 6 May 2010Mark Coutts Photography offer something a little more adventurous than the average boudoir photo shoot - you will not be disappointed with this truly innovative and original photographic experience. We are used to working with women of all ages, shapes and sizes and can bring out the best in anyone.
Mark Coutts Photography has invested a lot of time and effort into developing their business and the launch of their new studio offers the space and facilities to host ultra luxurious boudoir photography and makeover parties which are a popular idea for hen parties, a surprise for your loved one, alternative works do's, or just a pampering day out of the ordinary!
There are packages to suit all budgets and most include a gorgeous album of your images and a fabulous Boudoir Make-Over.
Please click here, choose the appropriate month to book.
|  Studio Lighting Tutorial - 11 May 2010This workshop will provide hands on experience (bring your camera), for any photographer wanting to learn the basics of how to use studio lighting, either for personal interest or for those intending to do professional studio photography.
The course (6.00pm to 9.00pm) is designed for photographers with little or no previous experience of using studio lights and will provide you with the skills required to get started or for attending more advanced workshops.
The first half of the session will mainly cover equipment issues, moving on to taking the images in the second half.
What you need to bring with you.
" 1) A camera (DSLR, SLR (some compacts can also be used)). You can share with a friend if required.
" 2) A note pad and pen to record notes, tips and camera settings etc.
" 3) Your camera instructions if you may need them.
" 4) Ensure you have charged or spare batteries.
" 5) OPTIONAL: If you have any extra lenses or an external flash bring them with you.
Courses are run in small groups to allow sufficient personal attention.
Courses for the more advanced photographer are also available. Please contact for dates.
Please click here, chosen your month and book your session now. |  Birds of Prey 2011 Dates to be confirmedJoin us for a unique opportunity to photograph reclusive birds of prey such as Golden Eagle, various Owls, Hawks, Eagles, Falcons, Kestrels and Vultures and many more. These magnificent birds will be in natural settings with lots of opportunity to get 'that shot'.
You will be able to transform your animal portraiture skills for not just birds but all manner of wildlife.
Barn Owls will be the start of the day as they usually fly on a regular pre-planned flight-path, and are possibly the slowest birds that we shall see fly, making them the best subjects to practice and perfect your technique.
Full support and tutorials given on the day.
This trip includes lunch and transport from various locations in Dorset.
To book please click here |  Bats and Flash Photography 2011 Dates to be confirmedThis is a hands on photographic session and for those based in Droset transport is provided to the excellent location in Burford in Oxfordshire.
Learn Fill-in Flash Techniques used by Wildlife & Bird Photographers and create some excellent work for you to be proud of. All you need is a flash gun with auto focus assist. For a small fee we would be happy to provide you with adequate equipment shoudl you wish but we will need to know in advance.
For more details contact us today. Max trip 12 people.
To book please Click here
|  Owls and Otters of the New Forest 2011 Dates to be ConfirmedThe Owl and Otter Park in the New Forest is an ideal location to take pictures of these amazing creatures. There are also polecats, minks, stoats and badgers avaikable to take pictures of so you wil not be short of interesting opportunities.
On hand will be two profeessional photographers to guide you through taking some spectacular shots and you can rest assured that the fun packed day will be enjoyed by all.
To book click here and decide if you want to go in February or April. |
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