Master the craft of landscape photography among the most dramatic and beautiful landscapes the Cairngorms have to offer. – Our photography workshops are suitable for anyone with an interest in landscape photography, whether you be an aspiring pro or a total beginner. – On our workshops you will have the opportunity to explore some of the most beautiful locations in the famed Scottish Highlands, led by an expert guide and tutor with decades of experience. – You will develop your understanding of photographic techniques, increase your knowledge of the landscape, and grow in confidence.
After your workshop you will feel ready to further your passion for photography. – For those already confident in their technical knowledge, we offer the chance to discover extraordinary new locations with first hand local knowledge – making the most of your precious time. Every workshop is unique, tailored to the learning needs, physical fitness, and goals of you, the learner.
Workshops are taught exclusively on a private basis so you can be sure of having the total attention of your tutor at all times, maximising on every learning opportunity. At the end of every workshop our goal is that you will have had fun, learned new skills, and increased in confidence with your own photography. Full details: https://highlandwildscapes.com/scotland-landscape-photography-workshops/ Client Testimonials: "What a joy to spend time in the forest with David, learning some new technical and creative skills.
We talked about how to leverage layers and contrast to build interesting compositions in an environment that can so often seem noisy and dazzling with detail.
Despite having to really work the “soft” light I learned new things and enjoyed the quiet of the outdoors with a knowledgeable photographer and guide." - Simon "Excellent day out with David today.
Relaxed and supportive teaching style personalised to our needs.
Just a joy to be out and about in such a stunning location." - Andrew Innes "We shared the day with David and it was magical.
My husband is a professional photographer and David knew all of the perfect places to visit with photographer's light and composition in mind.
He was knowledgeable of all of the flora and fauna of the Caingorm area. David is a true professional and an absolutely excellent guide.
Thank you David for our day of magic." - Elaine Dohms "My wife bought me a two day trip with David for my "special birthday".
Despite the inclement weather David was able to turn a couple of days walking and camping into a Landscape Photography Masterclass.
His thoughtful explanations of how to take great photos in typical Scottish autumnal weather increased my excitement to capture the mood and nature of the countryside. Highly recommended." - Allan Taylor "David and I went on a two day workshop in the Cairngorms.
It went absolutely fantastic, David truly is a wealth of knowledge and insight.
He teaches in a way that is not only informative but incredibly fun.
I enjoyed every second and truly appreciate everything he provided on the trip.
I cannot recommend him enough and I will definitely be back!" - Antonio Cardenas "I took a one-on-one photography workshop with David, all the way from Holland—and I had the best time! We spent a full day exploring, and I loved hearing all his stories about the mountains, his experiences, and his deep love for trees. We followed dearspore off-track to his favorite photography spots, many of which are quite personal and a bit secret.
This made the experience feel even more special, like I was truly lucky to be there in that moment, witnessing the best views of the mountains and trees. On top of that, David has a great sense of humor, which made spending the whole day with him even more enjoyable. I learned so much about photography in a way that really fits my own style of capturing images.
But beyond that, I also gained a deeper understanding of nature, the mountains, and the environment around me. I would highly recommend joining him for a workshop, as it goes far beyond just photography.
It's about learning to connect with your surroundings, understanding nature, the weather, and so much more. Zo veel liefde voor David, liefs Kiki" - Kiki Van Herk "An Unforgettable Photography and Guiding Experience with Highland Wildscapes! I can't recommend David and Highland Guiding highly enough if you're looking for an exceptional local guide in the Cairngorms and Aviemore area.
As a first-time visitor to Scotland and the Highlands, I was seeking not only someone with deep local knowledge but also a guide who could elevate my nature landscape photography.
David delivered on both fronts and then some! From the moment we met, David took the time to understand my existing photography skills and what I hoped to achieve.
He then provided truly excellent mentorship, patiently guiding me through fundamentals I'd somehow let slip over the years.
His explanation of the histogram, what its peaks and valleys truly represent in terms of darks, midtones, and lights, and even the significance of the "three vertical lines" (each a stop!), was incredibly clear and helpful. Beyond the technical, David also delved into the creative aspect of photography, reminding me of the crucial differences in how the human eye perceives a scene versus the camera.
Hearing about his own unique photographic style was genuinely inspiring and helped me approach the environment with a fresh perspective. David's knowledge of the local flora and fauna is extensive, and he shared fascinating insights into the history of the Highlands, including the incredible Caledonian forests.
He expertly tailored our excursions to my objectives, taking me to places that were perfect for both learning and stunning photography. If you're heading to the Highlands and want a guide who is not only incredibly knowledgeable about the natural world and history but also a fantastic photography mentor, look no further than David and Highland Guiding.
You won't be disappointed!" - Barbara Lloyd "My wife and I went on a one day workshop with David in Highland Perthshire.
It was a fantastic day and we learned so much.
David explained things in a way that was easy to understand.
Not too much technical stuff but just enough to help us feel confident and get hands on. We had lots of opportunity to take photos at the location with David on hand to help and answer questions.
The hours just flew by and before we knew it the day was done.
David is a great workshop guide, not just knowledgable about photography but loads of other interesting things too.
An all round top guy and a pleasure to spend the day with.
Would 100% recommend." - Ewart Thomas "I had a great day out with David learning how to use my camera.
He explained everything really well and as a result I even found a love of photographing waterfalls!" - Rebecca Lacey.
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