The ultimate team-building experience that people will be talking about for a long time to come.
Let's be honest...
Most teams come in with a healthy dose of skepticism.
"I'm not creative at all."
"I never take pictures."
"What does photography have to do with team building?"
And that's exactly what makes The Big Photo Challenge so special.
Less than an hour later, everyone is enthusiastically running through nature, coming up with the most creative ideas, engaging in healthy competition, and—above all—laughing a lot.
Because this experience isn't just about photography.
It's all about collaboration, creativity, communication, and learning to see things differently.
The Big Photo Challenge
A unique team experience
During The Big Photo Challenge, you'll head out in teams to tackle challenging photography assignments.
Every assignment has its own unique requirements.
Sometimes it's all about creativity.
Sometimes for the sake of collaboration.
Sometimes for communication.
And sometimes you just have to look really closely.
You don't need an expensive camera.
In fact...
Most participants simply take part using their smartphone or their own camera.
That's exactly why everyone can participate.
What's the schedule for the day?
The Challenge
Armed with your smartphone or your own camera, you'll head out.
During various assignments, you'll earn points for:
Creativity
Originality
Collaboration
The Story Behind the Photo
Implementation
Along the way, there’s a lot of laughter and discussion, and each team discovers that everyone sees things differently.
The Grand Finale
Together, we'll look at the most beautiful images.
The photos will be discussed and explained.
Everyone casts their vote.
And finally, the festive awards ceremony takes place.
Who will win the official...
BAKKM Photo Award
Eternal fame guaranteed.
Why does this work so well?
Because photography does something special.
It makes people slow down.
Take a closer look.
Working together.
Listening to one another.
You'll learn to see things differently.
And discover that everyone sees the world just a little bit differently.
It is precisely those differences that make a team stronger.
Why do companies choose The Big Photo Challenge?
✅ Anyone can join
✅ No photography experience required
✅ Smartphone or your own camera
✅ Healthy competition
✅ Outdoors in nature or on location
✅ Lots of humor
✅ Strengthens collaboration
✅ Wrap up the evening with drinks or dinner
✅ Suitable for both small and large teams
Who is this for?
✅ Companies
✅ Municipalities
✅ Educational Institutions
✅ Associations
✅ Management Teams
✅ Employee Associations
✅ Teams, departments, and organizations
Rates & Options
Basic Workshop
Starting at €55 per person (minimum of 8 participants)
At least 8 people
Workshop: approximately 2.5 hours
Smartphone or camera allowed
Personal guidance
On location in Schoorl
Full-day team-building event or company outing
Upon request
Fully Customized Workshop
Includes lunch, drinks, or dinner
Business Photography Services
Suitable for larger groups
Available at any location of your choice
These terms and conditions apply to this workshop and all of our trips and masterclasses. Click the button below to view these terms and conditions.
Possible locations
The Schoorl Dunes are our favorite spot.
But the Big Photo Challenge can be organized just about anywhere in the Netherlands.
From nature reserves to city centers, and from business sites to historic city centers.
What Participants Say
"I used to think photography wasn't for me. In the end, I took the winning photo."
"The best team-building activity we've ever done."
"Everyone joined in. Even the coworkers who usually prefer to stay in the background."
"Lots of laughs, surprisingly educational, and perfectly organized."
FAQs
Do you need a professional camera?
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No.: Anyone can participate using a smartphone or camera.
Is photography experience required?
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Absolutely not: it's often people with no experience who take the most surprising photos.
How long does the experience last?
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Depending on your preferences, the event will last between about 2.5 and 3 hours, and can be extended to include drinks or dinner.
At how many locations is this possible?
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Pretty much anywhere in the Netherlands. But Schoorl is the most beautiful location
FAQ
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No. The workshops are suitable for both beginners and advanced participants. The content is tailored to the participants' skill level.
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Yes. You can participate using a smartphone, a compact camera, or a professional camera. It's mainly about learning to observe, composition, and creativity.
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The open workshops are limited to a maximum of 8 participants, ensuring there is plenty of opportunity for personalized guidance and questions. Private groups are limited to 2–4 people, and corporate groups are limited to a maximum of 10 people per group. If there are more people, we’ll form multiple groups.
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Under normal weather conditions, the workshop will take place as scheduled. In the event of extreme weather, we will work together to find an alternative date.
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Yes, it’s perfect. Especially if you want to combine team building with learning and creativity. We offer special group workshops and company outings, which can be supplemented with lunch, drinks, or dinner.
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Use the contact form or feel free to contact us to inquire about available dates, group options, and customized workshops.