WILD SCOTLAND
SEPTEMBER 17 - 27, 2026
Immerse yourself and your photography in the moody and remarkable beauty of Scotland. Dramatic photo opportunities are endless: craggy coastlines, ancient castles, charming villages, deep woodlands, windswept moors, and misty lochs. Our 11-day workshop itinerary is designed to help you experience it all!
After gathering in Glasgow, our group will travel to Glen Coe valley in the Scottish Highlands. We will spend the next several days exploring this beautiful area, photographing lakes, moorlands, mountain peaks, and traditional Scottish village architecture. After three nights in the highlands, we head to the incomparable Isle of Skye. The island offers some of Scotland’s most dramatic scenery, including rock pinnacles such as the Old Man of Storr and geological formations of the Quiraing. We will explore this landscape and breathtaking ocean vistas with our cameras, taking advantage of Scotland’s changeable weather and light.
After four days on the island, we return to the mainland and transfer to Dornie to explore the very photogenic Eilean Donan Castle, built in the 13th century on an island where three lochs converge. Our return to Glasgow leaves just enough time to explore a few more scenic spots before we wrap up our photo adventure with cards full of spectacular images, life-long memories, and creative inspiration sparked by the magic of Scotland!
Overview
September 17 - 18 ~ Glasgow
Sept 18 - 21 ~ Glencoe
Sept 21 - 25 ~ Portree
Sept 25 - 26 ~ Dornie
Sept 26 - 27 ~ Glasgow
Each day the workshop provides a northern landscape so stunning it’ll leave you breathless and photo opportunities beyond comparison. With DJP’s assistance every step of the way, you’ll love capturing the amazing culture, historic and ancient castles and the incredible scenery of the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye. Periodic critiques will help enhance your compositions, so you bring home photos and stories to share this amazing place with family, friends and the world!
Location Highlights: Loch Lomond, Trossachs NP, The Three Sisters, Buachaille Etive More, Kilchurn Castle, Lohan na h-Achlaise, Sligachan Old Bridge, Elgol, Old Man of Storr, Kilt Rock, Quiraing, Fairy Glen, The Trotternish Ridge, and the Eileen Dornan Castle.
REGISTRATION
This workshop is limited to 10 participants.
Early Bird: $8795 by March 15, 2026 (represents a $200 discount!)
After March 15, 2026: $8995
Balance: $6000 due June 1, 2026
Deposit: $2795 due with Registration (after the Early Bird deadline, the deposit will be $2995)
*** Tuition includes: all accommodations during the workshop (based on single-occupancy rooms), guides and shuttle service and during the workshop, all breakfasts and final group dinner, and tips for guides and drivers.
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Workshop Information
TRAVEL
Participants are responsible for making their own travel arrangements to/from Glasgow, Scotland - the meeting point of the workshop. Participants should plan to arrive by the evening of September 17; additional details will be provided to participants.
All transportation during the workshop is provided.
Doug Johnson Photography is not responsible for cancellations due to medical or other emergencies or reimbursement of non-refundable airline tickets, or hotel rooms in the event of a workshop cancellation. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance.
A note about travel companions:
Due to the structure and logistics of this workshop, it is designed for fully engaged participants only. Therefore, we are unable to accommodate non-participating spouses or companions. Anyone who wishes to join us, including partners, will need to register as a full participant at the regular workshop rate. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Doug.
LODGING
Our photographic adventure will be enhanced by cozy lodging and accommodations before, during and after the workshop are included with tuition. Workshop tuition is based on single-occupancy rooms. While participants are welcome to share a room, the workshop fee remains the same for each participant.
MEALS
Tuition includes breakfast daily and a final group dinner to celebrate our adventure! All other meals are the responsibility of the participant.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
Walking up to 3 miles, paved and unpaved trails, sandy and rocky beaches and trails with uneven, rocky surfaces.
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone, participants are expected to be in good physical health. You must be able to carry your own photo gear and personal luggage, be prepared for variable weather, and be able to walk in outdoor terrain that will involve uneven surfaces. Good mobility is also important.
If you have any questions about the workshop conditions, please contact Doug before registering. While we make every effort to support participants, if we find that the activities are more demanding than your abilities allow, we may need to adjust your participation to ensure your well-being and the smooth flow of the workshop.
“I have done several workshops with Doug and have found that the learning environment he fosters is always fun, welcoming, supportive and adventurous. Highly recommend!!”
EQUIPMENT & ATTIRE
We want your experience on a Doug Johnson Photography workshop to be extraordinary and recognize that preparation is one important key to success. Specific guidelines for this workshop will be sent to participants, but a general list of recommendations can be downloaded via our Gear & Packing List.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please visit FAQs about Location Workshops.
Before registering, please review our Cancellation Policy for Wild Scotland. Please note the special details for this particular international workshop.
We are always happy to talk with you about our workshops and what makes a good match for your goals. If you have any questions, please feel free to call Doug at 303-829-2215 or contact us via our online form.
