Adele Warner-Tate, NiSi UK Ambassador

Adele is a seascape photographer based on the Isle of Lewis in the Outer Hebrides where the wild Atlantic and ever changing coast line shape her work, often heading out in challenging conditions she is drawn to storms, shifting light, long exposure and the raw energy of the sea.

Her work reflects a deep connection to the island capturing moments that feel both powerful and fleeting, telling the story of the coastline and the remarkable beauty of the island. As a passionate advocate for women in her field, Adele co-founded the Women in Seascape Photography community, creating a supportive & interactive space for female photographers.

Adele was honoured to have been awarded first place in the sea & coast Category of the Scottish Nature Photography Awards with “Where Winter Lands” and highly commended in the Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year with “Hear me Roar”

Adele also runs a local gallery showcasing her latest work, welcoming visitors to experience the dramatic landscapes she captures. In addition, she offers tuition and small group workshops, providing aspiring photographers with hands-on guidance and insights into her creative process.

Adele’s Gear Bag

Adele’s Gear Bag

Every photographer refines their kit over time, selecting tools that best support their creative approach. Take a look inside Adele’s bag to see the equipment she trusts to transform ideas into images and bring her photographic vision to life.

Cameras

Nikon Z7

Lenses

Nikon Z 14-30mm F4
Nikon Z 24-70mm F4
Nikon 20mm F1.8
Tamron 100-400mm

Filters

Nisi V7 Filter System
Nisi ND & GND Filters
NiSi JetMag Pro filter system

Bags

Shimoda 40ltr Women’s Bag

Tripods and Tripods Heads

Benro Mach 3 Tripod

Are you looking to embark on an extraordinary journey into the world of landscape and nature photography?

Join Adele on one of her many immersive and captivating workshops or 1-2-1 tuition

Adele Warner-Tate interview

NiSi: What got you into photography?

Adele:
My interest in photography began around 10 years ago during holidays to Scotland. I was completely drawn in by the incredible scenery and felt inspired to pick up a camera. A particular interest in ND filters & long exposures led to a passion for coastal & seascape photography. Having focused on this genre of photography for many years, I still feel most at home on a beach enjoying all that the coast has to offer from the roaring waves at high tide to interesting patterns and shapes etched into the sands during low tide. In all weathers, all seasons and at any time of day.

NiSi: Talk us through your favourite shot with NiSi filters

Adele: My favourite shot using Nisi Filters was created during very wintry weather on the Isle of Harris. The forecast was for snow and hail showers on and off throughout the day so we decided to head for Luskentyre Beach. It was incredible to see such huge, dramatic skies, very cold and got absolutely soaked but worth every second. I used a 3 stop ND filter, 3 Stop Medium Grad and CPL to soften the edge of the waves, emphasise the hues of the ocean and add a little more drama to the sky. The image was awarded 1^st place in the Scottish Nature Photography Awards, Sea & Coast Category.

NiSi: What is your dream location to photograph?

Adele: Without a doubt, it has to be the Oregon coastline, the dramatic cliffs, moody weather, and endless seascapes make it an absolute dream for me.

NiSi: Every photographer has that one day when everything went wrong – tell us about yours

Adele: Storm Amy was fierce and hit the island hard with winds in excess of 70mph. A perfect opportunity to head out to photograph some storm waves or so I thought. Checking the forecast for high tide was the first thing that didn’t line up, high tide was after sunset meaning that light would be an issue. During the day, the gusts of winds were too strong, we could barely stand up and knew it wouldn’t be safe to head out to the coast which meant that I had to watch huge waves crashing over the headland from the kitchen window instead of being out photographing them. By the time we got to our location the waves were absolutely enormous, crashing over the harbour wall. Taking shelter was the only option but that too proved challenging. Even with the safety of a roof and four walls the ocean crashed above us and through the window we were shooting through nearly taking out my camera and 100-400mm lens.