Harvest Mice Photography Workshops
We do things ethically and as naturally as possible.
Fully licensed to operate harvest mice photography workshops under the Animal Welfare Act 2006 (Licensing of activities involving animals) Regulations 2018.
License for activities involving animals number 8858
We began running our harvest mice photography workshops in 2017 and these workshops are suitable for all levels of photographer. From the seasoned Pro who is wanting to add something different to an ever increasing portfolio, through to beginners wishing to photograph these wonderful tiny and acrobatic mammals, we cater for all.
Information.
Our little harvest mice have been photographed with everything from a mobile phone, bridge camera and of course high end equipment, so there really are no limitations on this workshop.
Workshops are held naturally and outdoors within a beautiful rural location and surrounded by ancient woodland. Being outdoors offers varying, different and distant natural backgrounds for your images. Possibilities for a wide variety of images is easily achievable and due to our unique 'book and the time is yours policy', you will not have to share the session with other photographers! You book, the workshop is yours and there is no extra charge for individual bookings.
Our aim is complete customer satisfaction and for you to achieve the maximum from your visit, there is nothing worse than someone standing in front of you just as a mouse decides to do something comical! Or, that you are the last person firing the trigger with flash setups and all you get is a black screen! It's all straightforward and natural with a very relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Beginners need not worry as Dean is always on hand to answer any questions or offer any advice with settings etc. if required.
We offer both morning and afternoon sessions with these incredibly acrobatic mammals. Each session will run for a period of two hours, and times stated are strict! This is extremely important for the welfare and well-being of our mice and also allows Dean time to meet and greet other customers that have booked before or after you.
Why not look at our double trouble day?
This includes 2 hours of our climbing session, followed by 2 hours of our woodland theme, or our new old shed themed session.
General Sessions
The Old Shed Mice Session
£65pp
Woodland Themed Mice Session
£65pp
Climbing Themed Mice Session
£65pp
Double Trouble 4 Hour Session
£120pp
Maximum number of 3 photographers per session (when booking together), this will allow you to obtain the best images possible from your visit.
Individual bookings are no problem and there is NO additional charge, you pay £65 and have a session to yourself.
A £20 non refundable deposit is required upon booking.
Tailored Sessions
For anyone requiring a tailored session with Dean, and you would like to bring along your own props and have your own ideas for your session - then please enquire via email or telephone to discuss your ideas. We will run through what is achievable, and providing that nothing is harmful to our mice, hopefully fulfil your personal requirements.
£90
Single Person
£160
Two People
£240
Three People
Want to purchase any of these sessions as a gift? Try our personalised vouchers!
Location and Amenities
Meeting Point
Barley Mow car park, Long Lane, Wimborne, Dorset, BH21 7AH.
Dean will meet you 15 minutes prior to the start of your harvest mice photography session at the Barley Mow public house car park. After the meet and greet you will then follow Dean to the site in your vehicle and your photography session will commence. Workshops are held in the open air at a rural location and on private land which is surrounded by ancient woodland in the heart of beautiful Dorset.
Tea or coffee will be provided during your harvest mouse photographic workshop.
Portable toilet facilities are available at the site, also seating if required.
Accommodation
If you are requiring accommodation during your visit, we can highly recommend Gordon’s House as the perfect place to stay.
Based in Wimborne Minster and only a short 10 minute drive to the meeting point.
When booking please inform the host that you are attending our hides or workshops.
Equipment
Macro lenses are recommended for the harvest mice workshops, simply because this allows you to get up close and personal. However, visiting customers have used an array of lenses, including 100mm-400mm and 150mm-600mm Sigma sport, so you are not governed to just macro work and photographic opportunities are not limited due to our natural backgrounds and setting. Customers have also photographed our mice using bridge cameras & mobile phone. If you wish to bring a tripod, flash guns or any other gadgets please inform Dean when booking your day and he will advise what is suitable for your visit. Please wear appropriate clothing for your visit and good footwear as you will be standing in a field when photographing the harvest mice.