Scotland
Travel Into the Heart of The Scottish Highlands, Isle of Skye, and Outer Hebrides With National Geographic Photographer Jim Richardson
The Highlands and Isles of northern Scotland are a land draped in mist, heather, and tartan. Castles loom over stormy lochs, deer wander amongst the rolling hills, and every footpath, trail, and glen possesses an untold story of history, warfare, and whisky. Under the guidance of Jim Richardson, Summit is excited to offer a new workshop to explore the history, nature, and culture of northern Scotland.
Beginning in Inverness, we will travel along the River Spey deep into the highlands of Cairngorms National Park to photograph a traditional highland games and explore the stunning hills covered in bright purple heather. We will stay in a historic inn and will have the chance to photograph a private estate and learn about deer, grouse, and raptor conservation efforts in the region.
From the highlands we will travel west to the Isle of Skye, home to the Old Man of Storr, Quirang, Neist Point, and standing stones. We will stay in a seaside historic hotel in the small village of Portree and days will be spent exploring the otherworldly landscape of Skye, visiting distilleries, fishing villages, and lightouses along the rugged Atlantic coast. After amazing days spent in the countryside, evenings will be spent listening to music (with a dram of whisky of course) at one of the many seaside pubs in the area.
To register, please contact [email protected]
- Location: Scotland
- Dates: Fall 2022
- Deposit: $3,000 / Tuition: $7,995
What To Know
- You will be responsible for booking your flight to Inverness.
- Expect cool temperatures and lots of walking.
- Because we will be renting out historic and small inns, we will have to be flexible with what room arrangements are available (ex. queen vs. two twins) We will try to accommodate all requests.
- Bring extra batteries and memory cards, you will fill them every day!
Topics We Will Cover
Conservation Photography
Travel Photography
Storytelling
Landscape Photography
2023 WORKSHOP INSTRUCTORS
Jim Richardson
Matt Stirn
Workshop Information & Itinerary
Trip Highlights
- Small Group Experience (7 Students, 3 Faculty)
- Experience Scotland Alongside Jim Richardson
- Photograph a traditional highland games
- Photograph the Scottish Highlands in Cairngorms National Park
- Explore the Isle of Skye
- See the standing stones and stunning beaches of the Outer Hebrides
- Stay in private lodges and historic inns
Costs Included In Tuition
- Hotels, Transportation, Most Meals, Ferries, Tour Fees
Not Included
- International Flights, Alcohol
- Single Room Supplement (Workshop Tuition is Based on Double Occupancy)
To register, please contact [email protected]
Workshop Itinerary
Leaving Skye, we will take a car ferry to the Outer Hebrides, the Isles of Lewis and Harris. Our private hotel, the Baile Na Cille is located on white sand shores of the North Atlantic and will offer a spectacular base to explore the surrounding isles.