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Monochrome Berlin: A Photographic Journey in Black & White

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  • 16th - 19th March, 2026

  • £1,699.00 / £400.00 Deposit

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Our Berlin photography tour in Black & White will take place in March 2026 and will be led by Adrian Beasley.

Adrian says that when he thinks of a city in Black & White, he thinks of Berlin. Perhaps it was those great Black & White spy films with Michael Caine, but for some reason Berlin feels like a Black & White destination for him.

Home to more galleries than any other city in Europe and more bridges than Venice, Berlin is a very popular European destination. It covers nine times the area of Paris, but only has 1/5th of the population, so it doesn’t feel busy. There are also plenty of S-Bahn, U-Bahn and trams to make reaching the outer-lying areas a breeze.

At the end of the World War II, Berlin lay in ruins. Half of all the buildings had been destroyed. Re-building the capital resulted in a mix of old alongside new, bold designs. Then came the Cold War and the Wall. The East Side Gallery is the longest remaining section of the Wall, and, spanning 1.3km, it is also the longest open air gallery in the world. The often stark and minimal structures of Berlin are the ideal foil for an eye seeking Black & White imagery.

Places on this tour are limited to 6.

Tags: Berlin Photography Tour | Berlin Photography Holiday | Berlin Photography in Black and White

Monochrome Berlin: A Photographic Journey in Black & White

Berlin Photography Tour - A Photographic Journey in Black & White
Across the city many world famous locations present themselves along with the lesser known. Shell-Haus’ rippling façade is an excellent example of modernist design from the 1930’s and further along we come to the abandoned Bauhaus museum. Close by we find the Brandenburg Gate and the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Heading east towards Mitte, we cross into former East Berlin to find a few original gems hiding amongst the stark, quickly built Russian blocks. South again takes us to the Jewish Museum, looking like a lightning strike from the air. In the distance you might be able to see the ruined remains of the US listening post on Devil’s mountain. The man made hill was built after the end of the second world war from the rubble of destroyed buildings.

If you are looking for an opportunity to challenge yourself, shooting Black & White in a city location, Berlin has a lot to offer. This tour will give you a chance to explore, photograph and work on your shooting and editing skills with a self-confessed Black & White junkie. While we are out shooting, Adrian will capture and edit images as examples so that you can understand the possibilities while you are in the place.

Berlin Photography Tour in Black and White
Berlin Photography Holiday

With this workshop there is a free on-line review and editing session on the morning of 9th April 10:00 to 13:00. If you can’t make this session, don’t worry, you can still contribute images and the session will be recorded so you can benefit from the editing ideas and examples.

A note about visiting the Reichstag

In the centre of Berlin, the Reichstag is the meeting place for the German parliament and was restored in the 1990’s by Norman Foster. The public can access its fabulous glass dome with its spiral walkway and views over the city. However, there are many restrictions for tourist groups, short notice cancellations and we have also seen individuals rejected. For that reason, we have not included it as part of our tour. If you plan to spend more time in Berlin, you can apply online for entry here:

https://www.bundestag.de/en/visittheBundestag/dome/registration-245686

  • Included

    • Accommodation - Single Occupancy

    • Breakfasts

    • Airport transfers from recommended flights

    • Review and Editing Session on 9th April 2026 - 3 hours

    • Tuition from Adrian Beasley

  • Excluded

    • International flights

    • Meals not mentioned

    • Insurance

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Tutored by Adrian Beasley

Adrian Beasley
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Luxury Editions

Essentially, a Luxury Editions tour is an exclusive micro learning group with five star tuition and treatment in all aspects of the tour. Each year a small number of ‘Luxury Editions’ tours will run where the group numbers no more than four photographers per tutor. Here the learning approach is more intensive where the leader is able to offer constant ‘hands-on guidance’ allowing them an opportunity to work in depth with each individual photographer in addition to working with the group on a collective basis. In addition to this, the accommodation will be of a high standard and special extras will be included. These tours are only taught by our long standing leaders who have years of experience and are highly sought after. If you would like to join a Luxury Edition tour, then the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop.

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Off the Beaten Track

Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tours cater for those more adventurous photographers who would like to get off the beaten track and explore roads untrodden or delve into the culture of a place. Groups are small and you can be assured that although the tour leader will have an in-depth knowledge of the location, you may veer off track if an unplanned photography opportunity presents itself! The tuition is five star on these tours. The accommodation varies on these tours from mid range hotels, shared cabins on a ship to basic and clean camps. Our priority is to get you to the best locations in time for the best shot and if this means camping half way up a mountain then so be it! Our 'Off the Beaten Track' tutors will have experience and knowledge of the area, so you can be assured that you will be completely taken care off to allow you to concentrate on that award winning image. If you would like to join an ‘Off the Beaten Track’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. We do also ask that you have a good level of fitness as these tours could involve a large amount of walking. Check each tours description for requirements.

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Classic

Our Classic tours are aimed at those who wish to discover unique locations, but at a more leisurely pace than the Off the Beaten Track tours. There will be ample time to immerse yourself in the location and spend time on your photography. Classic tours also focus on sunrise and sunset (which are optional for those who like to sleep in!) and have a slightly larger group size (max 8 per tutor) to allow the social side of photography to be appreciated. Tuition is five star and hotels are mid-high range depending on the tour. Every classic tour is different so do refer to the tour description for details of accommodation and locations visited. If you would like to join a ‘Classic’ tour, then a good knowledge of your camera would be an advantage, but not essential, and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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City Tours

Interested in architectural photography or street photography? Do you get a buzz from photographing city life? Then a city tour is for you. We have a range of tours catering to various styles of photography including People/Street, Intentional Camera Movement, Iphoneography or Architectural photography. Tours range in length from weekend breaks, ideal for those who don’t have may days holiday left, or longer tours to allow yourself to truly explore the city. Our tutors have an in-depth knowledge of the location and will take you to undiscovered spots to ensure you come away with a varied selection of images that you are proud of. If you would like to join a ‘City’ tour, the requirement would simply be a complete understanding of the workings of the camera and the desire and commitment needed to attend the workshop. Fitness levels required vary depending on the tour so do check the exertion level under the description tab.

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In a Day

Only got one day to spare or have already used up your ‘holiday’ budget? Join one of our ‘In a Day’ photography workshops and we will provide you with the knowledge, the views and the techniques for making the most of the light. You will go away not only having met some like minded people but most importantly having learnt something new and exciting about photography. You only need to bring a camera and an open mind! Our photography workshops are ideal for all levels of photographer from beginner to advanced. Please note these one day workshops are exclusive of VAT, this will be applied at the rate of 20% at the checkout.

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Easy - most locations are arrived at by vehicle, and most subjects and viewpoints are within easy reach. No particular level of fitness is required.

Moderate - these tours involve some walking, perhaps sometimes in towns, or on well developed trails. There may be a limited amount of uphill walking. Please advise if you have any fitness concerns.

Strenuous - these are tours which may include demanding levels of walking, including some prolonged or steep ascents and descents. Rough terrain (off the beaten track) may well be encountered. A reasonable level of fitness is required for these trips.

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