SOUL OF THE HERD
Photography Retreat in Denmark
A peaceful, powerful gathering for horse lovers and storytellers.
Photograph wild Exmoor ponies while discovering the wisdom they carry.
step into a slower, more thoughtful pace.
Are you craving a different kind of photography experience — one that’s slower, more intentional, and allows you to truly connect with horses in their natural habitat? Welcome to Soul of the Herd, a unique 3-day retreat where you’ll have the chance to photograph both wild Exmoor ponies and Konik stallions and learn about their behavior in an intimate setting.
Only 8 exclusive spots are available.
What can you expect?
→ A slower, more intentional experience
This retreat encourages a mindful pace of photography. While we may move with purpose at times, it’s never rushed like a planned shoot — leaving space to connect with the ponies and capture authentic, meaningful moments.
→ Exclusive insights into horse behavior
Learn from a horse behavior expert, gaining insight that helps you understand what the ponies’ behavior means — and why it matters — while also allowing you to witness and capture authentic, natural interactions rooted in true equine communication.
→ A community of like-minded creatives
This retreat brings together people who share a passion for horses and photography, fostering deep connections with others in a peaceful, respectful setting, allowing for growth both artistically and personally.
If this sounds like you ↓
• I’m looking for a photography retreat where I can capture the quiet beauty of horses
• I’ve always wanted to learn about horse behavior to really understand and photograph them better
• Being surrounded by nature and wild horses feels like the perfect escape
• This combination of photography and learning about horses sounds like everything I’ve been searching for
• I’m excited to work alongside people who share my passion for horses and photography
• Capturing the gentleness and purity of wild ponies would be a dream come true
• I need an experience that reconnects me with both photography and my love for horses
You belong in this retreat!
→ Join Soul of the Herd
Your Investment:
€1650 EUR ($1875 USD)
Includes meals, accommodation, expert guidance and unforgettable wild pony excursions.
✓ What's Included
→ Non-refundable deposit of
€825 EUR ($938 USD) upon joining.
→ 3 nights accommodation
→ Meals (breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks)
→ 3 course Nordic inspired meal Saturday evening
→ Transport for the duration of the retreat
→ English speaking guide
→ Lectures on horse behavior
→ Lecture on photography and storytelling
→ Option for joint editing sessions
→ 2 morning/evening excursions to the wild ponies
→ 1 half day excursion to the wild ponies
→ 1 morning excursion to the Konik stallions
✗ Not Included
→ Cost of arrival to/from Billund Airport, Denmark
→ Photography gear
→ Cancellation and travel insurance
→ Alcoholic beverages
📆 Retreat Dates
→ Summer Retreat 2026
Thursday the 4th of June to Sunday the 7th of June.
→ Fall Retreat 2026
Thursday the 24th of September to Sunday the 27th of September.
📸 Recommended Gear & Experience
→ A DSLR or mirrorless camera
→ Telephoto lens recommended: 100–500mm, 70–200mm or similar
(Sample photos were taken with a 70–200mm and a 200-800mm)
→ Laptop for editing + card backup
→ Basic understanding of shutter speed, ISO, aperture
This retreat is open to both hobbyists and professionals.
Are you ready for an adventure?
Maybe you’ve been waiting for something like this — time carved out just for you, your camera, and the kind of connection that comes from being with people who truly get what lights you up. With only 8 spots available for each retreat, this is an intimate group. If it feels like your kind of space, you’re warmly invited.
