- At A Glance -
Highlights
Sunrise: 7:30 AM
SUNSET: 7:27 PM
AVERAGE MARCH TEMPS: 50 - 73 Degrees
AVERAGE RAINFALL:
AVERAGE HUMIDITY
AIRPORT: CHARLESTON INTL AIRPORT (CHS)
“Amazing. Fabulous. The best experience I could have ever hoped for. Tiffany and Keith are incredible teachers and two of the best hands-on instructors ever! Their skill in working with all different photographic levels was evident and their continual enthusiasm makes me want to go back for more, more, more. ”
Itinerary
All locations and times visited will be determined by the weather & conditions in field. all elements are watched closely for the best photographic and learning experience. Please note the itinerary can change based on teh weather, tides and following should only be considered as a sample of what each day would look like and may not be the order in which the workshop is hosted.
Day 1
Upon arrival, you'll be met at the airport (EDI) and transported to our hotel in the lovely small town of Portree, where a warm welcome will be waiting for you.
Our evening will include an overview of the workshop. We’ll explore the small town and let you get settled into your room before our first full day of adventure.
Day 3
Sunrise will be captured over one of the most majestic and enchanting landscapes, the Quiraing. Poet, Alexander Smith called this breathtaking landscape “a nightmare of nature”, for nature photographers, we happen to think it’s a dream come true.
After we capture sunrise and the rolling hills, we’ll visit several locations near this area before enjoying coffee and brunch.
We’ll pick back up in the afternoon with a visit to the iconic Eilean Donan Castle for sunset and blue hour.
Day 5
Today is transfer day! We’ll bid farewell to Portree and make the three hour trip to Glencoe. As we make our way south, we’ll make a stop at Loch Ness and look for monsters. Upon arriving in Glencoe, we’ll get checked into our hotel before heading out to visit the famous Glennfinnan Viaduct to see the Jacobite train rolling though the valley.
Day 7
Once again, it’s a very early start to capture the beauty of Glencoe with it’s rolling hills, cottages, and red deer. We’ll take our time exploring these beautiful hills before stopping for coffee at the Kingshouse. From there we’ll make our way slowly back to the hotel for our afternoon break.
For sunset, we’ll be visiting other nearby valley’s and viewpoints to observe the moving light of the Highlands.
Day 2
Our first sunrise will be at the Old Man of Storr, a 180 foot pinnacle of basalt rock located on the Trotternish Ridge. Following our sunrise location, we’ll also capture a lovely waterfall, and a quiet loch.
After a short break, we’ll continue in the afternoon to capture sunset on the Western shores of Scotland for long exposure photography.
Day 4
We’ll begin our morning capturing the Fairy Pools. A series of natural pools and waterfalls at the base of the Cuillin mountains. The water color is an enchanting aqua blue making them absolutely photogenic.
We’ll then photograph the Loch Ainort Bridge before returning to our hotel for brunch.
Following an afternoon break we’ll enjoy a traditional cultural evening with whiskey tasting, storytelling and even learning a few steps of folk dancing with our local guide.
Day 6
We’ll have a very early start as we depart the hotel and head to Kilchurn Castle to photograph this beautiful structure nestled in front of a beautiful loch. From there we’ll head to the breathtaking St. Conans Kirk before returning to the hotel for a break.
Following our break we’ll visit nearby waterfalls, the iconic rolling hills of Glencoe for sunset.
Day 8
Once again, it’s a very early start to capture the beauty of Glencoe with it’s rolling hills, cottages, and red deer. We’ll take our time exploring these beautiful hills before stopping for coffee at the Kingshouse. From there we’ll make our way slowly back to the hotel for our afternoon break.
For sunset, we’ll be visiting other nearby valley’s and viewpoints to observe the moving light of the Highlands.
APRIL 25 - MAY 2, 2027
Topics We’ll Cover
- The secret to making an impact with your images
- How to set yourself up for success in the field
- Making the most of the location
- The use of natural light
- Long exposure work with the use of filters
- Making full use of your histogram
- Getting past dynamic range
- Manual bracketing
- Capturing water movement
- Proper exposure
- Getting the most from your digital darkroom
- Sometimes rules are meant to be broken
Recommended Gear
Bring what you have. We’ll help you optimize it.
- Digital SLR or Mirrorless Camera
- Multiple Batteries & Memory Cards
- Standard to Wide Lens (10 - 70mm)
- Telephoto Lens with Lens Hood (70 - 600mm)
- Sturdy Tripod
- Wireless Remote or Cable Release
- Circular Polarizer Filter
- Neutral Density Filters
- Winter Coat & Rain Coat
- Hiking Boots & Rain Jacket
- Headlamp or Flashlight
- Camera / Lens Rain Cover
What’s Included
- Transportation During Workshop
- Single Occupancy Lodging
- Portfolio review and critique
- Hours and hours of shooting
- Many amazing images
- Professional one-on-one instruction in the field
What’s Not Included
- Visa Fees
- Airfare
- Airport fees, taxes, and visa fees
- Meals
- Gratuities
- Any incidental costs
Trip Insurance
We encourage investing in trip insurance to cover your costs in the event an unforeseen circumstance requires you to cancel.
Transportation
Transportation is provided during the workshop.
Payment & Cancellation Policy
A non-refundable deposit of $500 USD is required to secure your space. The balance is due 120 days prior to the workshop start date.
- If you wish to cancel after final payment has been made, our cancellation and refund policy is stated below:
- 120 days or less prior and no-shows: non-refundable