Glencoe
The majestic mountains and lochs of Glencoe will leave you awestruck.
Glencoe Photography Workshops & Tours
Local guide
I live in Scotland, visit Glencoe often and know all the best places.
Great locations
We will cover all the best locations both well-known and unique.
The best scenery
You will photograph the most amazing scenery.
Glencoe - A Photographer’s Paradise
Dramatic mountains, rare beauty and haunting history in the heart of the Highlands.
No description can re-create the impact of seeing Glencoe for the first time. It has long been one of the most famous places in Scotland, known equally for its awe-inspiring views and sorrowful past.
Sundeep Sembi – London.
“It did not surprise me to learn how many people return for Dean’s workshops. I have had an excellent time and I also intend to return later in the year. I would recommend Dean unreservedly.”
Lee Williams – Birmingham.
“The workshop enabled me push my photographic skills to look at and consider different landscape compositions. Compositions which I might previously have dismissed due to weather conditions and lighting. Dean’s enthusiasm to get out and explore the landscape allows a wide range of opportunities to create images.”
Workshop Details
Small Groups
Maximum of 3 - 5 participants.
Duration
Duration 4 - 5 nights.
Meeting Place
Kingshouse Hotel
Accommodation Included
The legendary Kingshouse in the heart of Glencoe. Standard Double Room. No single occupancy supplement.
Transport Included
Free transport around the islands in a 5-seater Ford Ranger Wildtrak with ample room for all photographic equipment.
Tuition
Workshop tutor Dean Allan is an award winning landscape photographer based in the northern Highlands of Scotland.
You will learn…
How to choose the right settings for each shot.
How to shoot in manual
How to meter and expose correctly
How to use your histogram
How to focus properly
How to compose your shot
How to use fast and slow shutter speeds to be creative
How to use filters
A landscape photographer's paradise
Dramatic Beauty
With more history, drama and sheer natural ability to entertain than really seems fair, Glencoe is without doubt one of the world’s scenic highlights. But the famous pass is only the beginning and there are wonders to discover around every corner in the whole area. It’s easy to see why seasoned visitors would keep this wonderful place a secret if they could.
Great Moor of Rannoch
One of the last remaining wildernesses in Europe, the Great Moor of Rannoch is a beautiful outdoor space stretching far north and west from Rannoch Station.
The area is a vast stretch of land composed of blanket bog, lochans, rivers, and rocky outcrops which makes it a very challenging environment which still supports varieties of flora and fauna. A wealth of plants, insect, bird and animal life can be seen here ranging from curlews and grouse to roe and red deer.
Ever wondered about 007’s bond with Scotland? Aside from beautiful women and ingenious gadgets, stunning locations are a key ingredient in James Bond films and Sam Mendes’ Skyfall (2012) is the fourth film to feature Scotland’s jaw-dropping landscapes.
Starring Daniel Craig as 007, Skyfall sees the secret agent returning to his Scottish roots, with the main part of the action taking place at Bond’s family home, Skyfall Lodge, which is located in awe-inspiring Glen Coe.
It’s no accident that Bond’s family estate is located in Glen Coe. Ian Fleming, James Bond’s creator, was reportedly so impressed by Sean Connery’s portrayal of his most famous character in Dr No (1962) that he gave Bond some Scottish heritage.
Amazing Locations
Glencoe is just so stunning. A landscape I consider to be amongst the top 5 to photograph. We will be photographing the impressive Three Sisters Mountain Range, the wild and beautiful Rannich Moor, the iconic Buachaille Etive Mor, explore the gorgeous Glen Etive Road, the Lochan Urr and still have time to step out of Glencoe to photograph Castle Stalker.
Diverse landscapes
Why not try photographing the impressive Buachaille Etive Mor in the morning. Walk along River Etive, stop for a coffee at many of the secluded places along the river before ending the day shooting a sunset looking into Glencoe Valley with the Three Sisters Mountain range?
One thing is for sure, no matter where you shoot or whatever the weather is thrown our way, Glencoe is one of the top locations in the UK for landscape photography.
Small Groups
I am only running with a small number of places on this workshop, which will allow everyone space to photograph and provide me much more time with each participant..
Upcoming Glencoe Photography Workshops
Glencoe Landscape Photography Workshop 24th – 28th November 2025
FULL PRICE – £1795
(Deposit £400)
Pay full price now or £400 deposit with balance payable 12 weeks before workshop start date.
24th – 28th November 2025
4 PLACES AVAILABLE
Glencoe Landscape Photography Workshop 8th – 12th December 2025
FULL PRICE – £1795
(Deposit £400)
Pay full price now or £400 deposit with balance payable 12 weeks before workshop start date.
8th – 12th December 2025
5 PLACES AVAILABLE
Isle of Skye & Glencoe Photography Workshop 4th – 13th January 2026
FULL PRICE – £3295
Deposit £400 (non-refundable)
Pay full price now or £400 deposit with balance payable 12 weeks before workshop start date.
4th – 13th January 2026
ONLY 2 PLACES LEFT
NEW WORKSHOP – JUST ANNOUNCED
Ardnamurchan, Mull & Glencoe Photography Workshop – 7th-14th February 2026 (ALL INCLUSIVE)
FULL PRICE FOR THIS ALL-INCLUSIVE PHOTOGRAPHY TRIP – £2395
(Deposit £400 non-refundable))
The house has an official 5* VisitScotland rating – ALL FOOD INCLUDED….ALL LOCATION TRANSPORT INCLUDED….(Alcohol excluded)
The property has been designed to take full advantage of the stunning local scenery and there are breath-taking views from more or less every window. The house sits on its own private estate of some 60 acres. There is a pebble beach directly in front of the house and another with white sand a short walk away.
This is a fantastic workshop set in a world class landscape. This workshop includes breakfast, a packed lunch and an evening meal. I also provide complimentary transport during your entire stay
Pay full price now or £400 deposit with balance payable 12 weeks before workshop start date.
7th – 14th February 2026
NEW WORKSHOP ANNOUNCED
3 PLACES AVAILABLE