The Blog of North Wales photographer Simon Kitchin
Simon Kitchin is a talented and highly regarded photographer from Mold, North Wales, who specialises in the captivating field of landscape photography. He is also the proud author of the popular and insightful guidebook, Photographing North Wales. Simon dedicates a significant portion of his time to capturing the breathtaking mountain scenery of Eryri Snowdonia National Park, renowned for its dramatic peaks and serene beauty, as well as the stunningly picturesque coastline of Anglesey. In addition to these locations, he also explores and photographs the diverse landscapes of the Dee Valley around Llangollen, which offers its own unique charm and character. Moreover, Simon frequently ventures to other remarkable areas of the UK, including the iconic Lake District, the breathtaking Yorkshire Dales, and the majestic highlands of Scotland, all of which are truly amazing places to capture stunning photographs.
With nearly 20 years of experience hosting landscape photography workshops throughout North Wales, Simon possesses an expert knowledge of the region and its hidden gems. If you are interested in enhancing your photography skills, he runs regular one-day workshops in Eryri Snowdonia and on the beautiful Isle of Anglesey, in addition to providing fully customised one-to-one workshops tailored to your individual needs.
If you’d like to keep up to date with the latest news from North Wales landscape photographer Simon Kitchin including details of new photos, photography workshop availability and publication of his North Wales calendar this blog page is frequently updated so please do drop by to see the latest information from Simon.
Stunning Mount Fuji, Japan
Back from an amazing holiday in Japan and top of my list of things to see was Mount Fuji. Fortunately when we arrived at Lake Kawaguchiko the views were pretty decent with just a little low cloud passing by the lower slopes. We had a couple of hours here, for food and photos, so it was a bit of a rush trying to capture something decent but here's my best attempt.
Eryri Snowdonia photography workshop availability
Stunning conditions in Cwm Idwal on my Eryri Snowdonia photography workshop
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Buy photo prints, framed photographs and canvases of the beautiful North Wales scenery by local photographer Simon Kitchin
A stunning early morning of mist and reflections in Eryri (Snowdonia)
When the weather and light combine Mother nature can produce some just incredible moments and they’re special ones to spend time with the camera. This morning was forecast to be misty in the Snowdonia valleys so I couldn’t resist and early alarm call to arrive for sunrise. I certainly wasn’t disappointed with the views in the Nant Gwynant valley just breathtaking, I stayed above Llyn Gwynant for 45 minutes or so taking it all in as the wonderful mist floated and swirled above the lake and around the flanks of the mountains.
North Wales 2026 Calendar available soon
I'm delighted to say the 2026 North Wales Calendars have now arrived so are available to buy on my website... just a single print run so no more once these have sold
North Wales 2026 Calendar now in progress and available to buy soon
I'm currently working on the design of the 2026 North Wales Calendar and I expect printed copies to be available early April... as a teaser, here's the completed design of the front cover.
3 places remaining Eryri Snowdonia workshop 27th September 2025 in Cwm Idwal
Photograph the stunning scenery of the Glyderau and Carneddau mountain ranges, the glacial lakes of Llyn Idwal and Llyn Ogwen and the impressive Ogwen Falls.
New Dates: Dinorwig Slate Quarry photography workshop Eryri Snowdonia National Park
Photograph the amazing industrial landscape of Eryri Snowdonia in the surroundings of the abandoned Dinorwig slate quarry above Llanberis.
A winter walk in the stunning snowy mountains of Eryri Snowdonia in Cwm Idwal
Stunning wintry reflections of Pen Yr Ole Wen in the frozen water of Llyn Idwal in Cwm Idwal Eryri Snowdonia.
Stunning rainbow over Rydal water in the Lake District
Am amazing rainbow at Rydal water on a winter walk from Grasmere in the Lake District
2025 North Wales Calendar - Now SOLD OUT
North Wales Calendar 2025 by local photographer Simon Kitchin
Eryri Snowdonia photography workshop - just 2 places left on March 29th 2025
Landscape photography workshops in Cwm Idwal, Eryri Snowdonia National Park with North Wales photographer Simon Kitchin
Anglesey photography workshop - sunset on Llanddwyn Island
Anglesey photography workshops on the stunning Llanddwyn Island with North Wales photographer Simon Kitchin
Misty autumn morning photoshoot at Castell Dinas Bran Llangollen
Having seen the weather forecast predicting a misty morning in North wales I decided it was time I visited Llangollen again and the Panorama Walk with it's wonderful views of Castell Dinas Bran. I arrived nice and early hoping to catch some sunrise light, which at first didn't seem likely as the cloud cover was pretty heavy. Fortunately my patience paid off and a little after sunrise the sun broke through and lit up the misty looking Castell Dinas Bran beautifully. One of the best morning I've had with the camera around Llangollen for a good while. On the way home I called into Pontcysyllte Aqueduct on the Llangollen canal to take advantage of the lovely autumn light.
North Wales photography gift vouchers
Gift Vouchers for North Wales photography workshops by Simon Kitchin
North Wales photography workshop gift vouchers make the ideal gift for anyone looking to improve their landscape photography.
Group workshop gift vouchers are valid for 18months
Photography workshop gift vouchers can be used on any Eryri Snowdonia or Anglesey Group workshop
The best North Wales places to photograph - a visitors guidebook
My photo location guidebook, Photographing North Wales, is the most comprehensive & detailed photography guide available for North Wales.
Visiting the landscapes, coastal areas and castels and slate quarries of North Wales & Snowdonia is a whole lot easier when using my guidebook. Not only does it give you over 100 stunning photography locations to visit, it includes full directions and tips and advice for capturing the best photographs whilst visiting the viewpoints.
You can buy copies of Photographing North Wales direct from my website, each copy personally signed by self and including free shipping
A misty morning of photography at Llyn Y Gadair in Eryri Snowdonia
A misty morning of photography at Llyn Y Gadair in Eryri Snowdonia
Back to Eryri/Snowdonia today and a wander around the beautiful Llyn Y Gadair near Rhyd Ddu on a very misty morning
Scotland photo locations for landscape photography
Having just returned from a fantastic landscape photography trip to Scotland I thought I’d just produce a short article highlighting some of my favourite photo locations in Scotland
You’ll find my Scotland photo location article on my website.
Glencoe photo locations and places to visit in Scotland
Having just spent a view days in the stunning mountain scenery of Glencoe in the North West Highlands of Scotland I've put together an article showcasing some of my own favourite Glencoe photo locations. You can read the photo location article on my website
Rhue Lighthouse at sunset near Ullapool
My photo location guidebook, Photographing North Wales, is the most comprehensive & detailed photography guide available for North Wales.
Visiting the landscapes, coastal areas and castels and slate quarries of North Wales & Snowdonia is a whole lot easier when using my guidebook. Not only does it give you over 100 stunning photography locations to visit, it includes full directions and tips and advice for capturing the best photographs whilst visiting the viewpoints.
You can buy copies of Photographing North Wales direct from my website, each copy personally signed by self and including free shipping
Discover the most beautiful places to visit in North Wales using my visitors guidebook, PHOTOGRAPHING NORTH WALES, illustrated with over 300 high quality colour photographs and describing in detail over 100 of the best locations for photography across North Wales. All copies are personally signed and include free delivery.
Big Landscapes and Panoramas • Lighthouses • Beaches • Mountains • Villages • Castles • Abbeys • Churches • Waterfalls • Lakes • Slate Quarries • Steam Railways • Industrial Heritage • Military Aircraft • Shows and Events • Gardens • Historic Houses • Seaside Resorts • The best places for coastal sunsets