Tiree & Coll
These 2 Islands embody many of the qualities for which the windswept Scottish islands are best loved
Tiree & Coll Photography Workshops & Tours
small group landscape & seascape workshops
Discover 2 of Scotland's sunniest islands
Tiree is the most westerly island of the Inner Hebrides in Scotland. It is around 12 miles long and 3 miles wide with a population of around 650.
The neighbouring island of Coll, it is approximately 13 miles long and 3 miles wide at it’s widest. It has a population of around 950.
Photographing these two islands is a true delight for any photographer, offering endless opportunities to capture nature’s raw beauty. The ever-changing weather creates dynamic lighting, from soft dawn mists to vibrant sunsets, adding depth and mood to your shots. The Isles’ untouched landscapes, historic ruins, and vibrant wildflowers make every shot a chance to capture a piece of this magical, remote world.
Untouched and magnificent, these islandscaptivate all who visit, with its skies seemingly painted by a master artist. It is a sanctuary for a diverse community of islanders who thrive amidst the stunning beaches that adorn this haven. A small yet extraordinary place, it holds a special place in the hearts of both the inhabitants and the countless souls who find inspiration on its shores each year.
Locations & Subjects you can Photograph
Our Tiree Base
We will based at the Alan Stevenson House for the Tiree leg of this trip.
Alan Stevenson House is a substantial traditional stone-built bunkhouse situated at the peaceful location of Hynish pier head.
It was originally built as store rooms, and has been restored and given a new purpose by The Hebridean Trust, founded in 1982 to preserve the unique Hebridean way of life
Scarinish
The workshop is designed to provide a balance of visiting a variety of locations which will include seeing the harbour at Scarinish.
Before the new deep-water pier at Gott Bay was completed in 1913, the old pier in Scarinish Harbour was the arrival and departure point for most of the people, goods and livestock to and from Tiree.
Scarinish was a hazardous harbour – it was shallow, the entrance was dangerous, and ships had to stand off in the harbour or outside while people, cargo and animals were transferred between the ship and the pier in open boats. Landings and loadings were not possible in rough weather. is a location that will continue to draw you back.
Tiree coastline
You are spoilt for choice when it comes to beaches on Tiree.
Tiree has the most wonderful beaches– miles of white sand and turquoise water, and no-one there.
Just when you think you’ve seen the best one, another even better one comes along.
The History
For such a small island, now home to a population of just over 600 people, the Isle of Tiree has a vast history that dates back thousands of years. Like much of the Hebrides, its rich and varied occupation is visible in many of the stone buildings and features that dot the island.
From the Picts, descendants of the original occupiers of Tiree, to the 1941 RAF base built on Tiree at the start of the Second World War, this little island has often been at the heart of both national and global events. The history of the Isle of Tiree can be seen in much of its architecture and culture, from ruins left from Early Christian occupation to the crofts still worked today.
Our Coll Base
The Coll Hotel was recently awarded Gold status for exceeding expectations in all areas of the business by VisitScotland and also ‘Best Hotel Experience Under 20 Rooms’ and ‘Best Eatery Experience’ at the 2022 Highlands & Islands Tourism Awards.
The Coll Hotel also retained the ‘Scottish Casual Dining Restaurant of the Year’ at the 2022 SLTN Awards for the third year running. It was also awarded ‘Scottish Island Hotel of the Year’ two years running by Hotel Review Scotland and received the prestigious ‘Flavour of Scotland Thistle Award’.
Breachacha Castle
On the edge of the bay with a beautiful sandy beach, Breachacha Castle, built in the 14th century, consists of a square tower of four storeys and a gabled garret within a later parapet. It stands at one corner of a courtyard enclosed by a curtain wall, with a round tower at one corner and a range of buildings. A machicolation defends the entrance, and there is an artillery fortification.
Discover the magic of Tiree & Coll
These workshops are very relaxed which I hope will leave you feeling fulfilled and rewarded.
This small pocket of Scotland is a magical place and a place which offers the photographer so much creative opportunities. And once visited, this area will stay with you for the rest of your life. They are dominated by the force of the weather and are quite unique in appearance.. As a part of the “British” experience they are quite unique, and are much further from London and the centres of political power than can be measured in miles.
