Past Guest Reviews

Andy McSweeny’s Brugge Phototour was one of the highlights of our European vacation. He took us to some sections of... READ MORE...Andy McSweeny’s Brugge Phototour was one of the highlights of our European vacation. He took us to some sections of Brugge we had seen before but helped me, a novice photographer, see them through a professional’s eyes. Andy’s engaging, outgoing manner, his critiques of my photos and recommendations, along with the incomparable beauty of Brugge, made our last day in the city the most memorable one. I’ll be back next year, picking Andy’s brain with more questions and I know he will enjoy answering them. less...

Andy provided an absolutely wonderful experience. He has a great eye and was quite insightful about our photo... READ MORE...Andy provided an absolutely wonderful experience. He has a great eye and was quite insightful about our photo composition and technique. He also really knew, and had an appreciation for Brugge, making him the perfect guide to capturing the city's beauty as well as its heart and character. My husband and I completed the tour feeling we had learned so much, not just about photography, but about the city itself. On top of everything else, Andy was extremely personable and fun to be around, and we will always look back on our day in Brugge with some fun memories. less...

What a great experience. Andy was incredibly engaging and helpful. He's a fantastic photographer and gives great advice on all... READ MORE...What a great experience. Andy was incredibly engaging and helpful. He's a fantastic photographer and gives great advice on all aspects of the craft. Even more, he's a lot of fun to be around and has a wonderful knowledge of the town. We would absolutely do another tour if we returned to Brugge. less...

This was an excellent tour and was one of the highlights of my trip to Brugge. Not only is Andy... READ MORE...This was an excellent tour and was one of the highlights of my trip to Brugge. Not only is Andy informative about his photography he also provides tips with examples of how to improve your photography. His tips really inspired me and makes me want to improve even more on my photography. Andy was also very knowledgeable on the locality and local history which gave the photographs even more meaning. Thank you so much Andy and when I visit Brugge again I will definitely me signing up for another one of your great workshops. less...

This was a beautiful, personal photo tour. Best gift ever. Loved every bit. Good tips from Andy! Great pictures from... READ MORE...This was a beautiful, personal photo tour. Best gift ever. Loved every bit. Good tips from Andy! Great pictures from my wife 📷 less...

Great tour in Brugge This was a truly outstanding tour from Andy. He really showed us Brugge in all it’s hidden and obvious glory.... READ MORE...This was a truly outstanding tour from Andy. He really showed us Brugge in all it’s hidden and obvious glory. He was an excellent guide with great bonhomie and really listened to what our are was of interest were. On the photography front he gave some great tips and advice. The trip more than delivered in every aspect. Well done Andy, excellent ! less...

In short, this photo tour was one of the best activities we did in Bruges. Andy is not only incredibly... READ MORE...In short, this photo tour was one of the best activities we did in Bruges. Andy is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but friendly and very easy-going. He has no problem explaining stuff on a smartphone, Nikon compact camera or Fujifilm cameras. If you can capture the attention of a 15-year old girl, an 11-year old boy while at the same time get them and us to think about composition and give tips that really matter, you really make this tour into a 3 hour exciting photographic experience.
Personally I enjoyed the complete package that he gives, not photography only but interesting and fun facts on the history of Bruges and whenever possible just a casual chat.
Heavily recommended... we'll be seeing him again in the future, that's for sure. less...

Wat was het een leuke manier om Brugge en mijn fototoestel beter te leren kennen. We liepen buiten de gebaande... READ MORE...Wat was het een leuke manier om Brugge en mijn fototoestel beter te leren kennen. We liepen buiten de gebaande toeristische straten en ik kreeg veel praktische professionele tips om mijn foto's te verbeteren. Het enthousiasme en de liefde voor het vak van Andy maakte de tour helemaal goed. Als we ooit terugkomen in Brugge dan boek ik weer een tour! less...

Andy and his photo-tour was one of the biggest highlights during our Brugge-vacation! His knowledge about the city, all the... READ MORE...Andy and his photo-tour was one of the biggest highlights during our Brugge-vacation! His knowledge about the city, all the little details on the buildings, hidden places and more - we got to know Brugge from a whole different side. As well his experience and knowledge about photography in general, but also his tips about cities photography in particular, was a whole new experience for us. Andy opened a whole new point of view on photography (and all the possibilities of it) for us. For me as a beginner, but also for Hanna who works as a people photographer, it was possible to learn new things! Take a look at some of the pictures we took, below. 🙂 He delivered all of this with such an open heart, loads of passion, patience and kindness and we were able to enjoy the whole trip to the fullest, including all the communications before and after. On top of that we had the privilege to have some beautiful shots of our engagement from Andy and his wife Kathi. They made this special moment to something even more special! And we can't thank them enough for being such beautiful souls. Andy and Kathi, thank you so much for everything! Big blessings and greetings from Germany from us! Lots of love, Hanna and Johannes
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Andy und seine Photo-Tour waren ein absolutes Highlight auf unserem Brügge-Ausflug! Das Wissen über die Stadt, die vielen kleinen Details der Verzierungen, die versteckten Orte, durch ihn konnten wir Brügge noch einmal von einer völlig neuen Seite kennenlernen. Dazu seine Erfahrung und Wissen über die Fotografie im Allgemeinen, aber auch speziell die Tipps für die Städte-Fotografie und das Einfangen von Momenten und Alltagssituationen. Er hat uns noch einmal eine völlig neue Sicht auf die Fotografie und ihre Möglichkeiten ermöglicht - für mich als Anfänger, aber auch für Hanna, die selbst professionell fotografiert. (Unten ein paar Bilder, die daraus entstanden sind.) All das gab es in einer absoluten Herzlichkeit und mit soviel Herzblut, Geduld und Freundlichkeit, dass wir die Tour an sich, aber auch die Kommunikation davor und danach in vollsten Zügen genießen konnten. Darüber hinaus war es uns ein echtes Privileg, dass Andy mit wundervollen Bildern den Moment unserer Verlobung eingefangen hat und diesen besonderen Moment noch etwas besonderer gemacht hat. Andy, vielen Dank für alles und lieben Gruß auch an deine Frau Katie! less...

Took a photo tour with Andy this week. What a fantastic experience! Saw Bruges from a totally different... READ MORE...Took a photo tour with Andy this week. What a fantastic experience! Saw Bruges from a totally different perspective. He is so knowledgeable and also a very nice guy. I so appreciate his help and tips to improve my photography. Highly recommend this experience! less...

As an experienced photographer I learned a great deal from this tour and Andy is a great guide to the... READ MORE...As an experienced photographer I learned a great deal from this tour and Andy is a great guide to the city as well as a superb photographer of it. His suggestions were excellent and his knowledge of the city and hidden parts of it was incredible. He listened to what I wanted and delivered. I have been to Bruges several times but not to many of the places he knew. less...

3 hours In short, this photo tour was one of the best activities we did in Bruges. Andy is not only incredibly... READ MORE...In short, this photo tour was one of the best activities we did in Bruges. Andy is not only incredibly knowledgeable, but friendly and very easy-going. He has no problem explaining stuff on a smartphone, Nikon compact camera or Fujifilm cameras. If you can capture the attention of a 15-year old girl, an 11-year old boy while at the same time get them and us to think about composition and give tips that really matter, you really make this tour into a 3 hour exciting photographic experience. Personally I enjoyed the complete package that he gives, not photography only but interesting and fun facts on the history of Bruges and whenever possible just a casual chat. Heavily recommended... we'll be seeing him again in the future, that's for sure. less...