Itinerary Info
Itinerary Info
Scotland Itinerary
Due to the nature of my trips itinerary's need to be fluid and flexible. We are always searching for the best light and weather conditions which means plans can change quickly.

To give you an idea of a typical days shooting here's a sample...

7am Sunrise shoot - Loch Fyne
8.30/9am - Breakfast

10.30am - Travel to Portsonachan for long exposure shots of Loch Awe

1pm - Lunch

2.30pm - Woodland macro session

4.30pm - Sunset and golden hour - Kilchurn Castle

7.30pm - Evening meal

I like to involve attendees in the planning process while we are in the field. We use apps, weather/tide forecasts and maps to plan the proceeding days shoot. It is likely that we would head across to one of the Inner Hebridean Islands such as Mull on this trip.

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Itinerary Info

Scotland Itinerary

The Lochs & Glens of West Scotland Photography Workshop was the first one I attended, and I'm confident it won't be my last. Michael, assisted by Joe and Scott, provided outstanding guidance and support, focusing on specific areas I wanted to improve in landscape photography: composition, exposure, and contrast using manual camera settings. We explored some truly beautiful locations throughout West Scotland and even ventured into Glen Coe in the Highlands. The unexpectedly good weather in early March allowed us to enjoy spectacular sunrises and sunsets over Loch Fyne. Everyone in the group was friendly and eager to share their knowledge, and our evenings together were lively and full of fun thanks to the banter among the leaders. I am grateful to Michael and all participants for making this trip memorable, and I look forward to sharing and viewing the best images at the upcoming workshop review meeting. If you're considering joining a workshop with Michael Cartwright, don't hesitate—the trips fill up quickly and are highly recommended. Richard Leeson

By Richard L for Lochs and Glens of West Scotland - Landscape Photography on Mar 19, 2026

Great camaraderie and photography guidance in a wonderful part of the country.

By Emma H for Northumberland - 3 day photography workshop on Dec 05, 2025

This was a great trip like all I have been on with Michael, help when needed, plenty of locations, great group of fellow photographers with good craic and a comfy hotel with great food.

By Stephen S for Northumberland - 3 day photography workshop on Nov 09, 2025

This was the first photography workshop I have attended with Michael and I would not hesitate to attend another or book some 1:1 mentoring. Michael is both extremely knowledgeable and approachable meaning you get great technical and compositional support in a down-to-earth, friendly, personable approach. The areas we visited were great, especially the final morning with mist over Windemere. The group were naturally friendly and we had lots of laughs and fun as well as learning. Accommodation was lovely and we really struck lucky with the weather. I would have no hesitation in recommending this trip to anyone interested in landscape photography, no matter your skill level.