NPPE MASTER CLASS
Portree, Scotland, United Kingdom
A creative field masterclass focused on interpretation, intention, and visual expression—guided, personal, and fully immersed in Scotland’s famous Isle of Skye.
The Isle of Skye is not simply photographed—it is encountered.
This ancient island, carved by volcanic fire and relentless Atlantic weather, is a place where geology, legend, and light converge to create cinematic landscapes with scale and emotion.
Rising sea cliffs, fractured escarpments, glacial valleys, and moody shorelines unfold slowly here, often revealing themselves only to those willing to wait, watch, and respond.
Mist drifts across ridgelines. Light breaks unexpectedly through cloud layers. The land shifts character by the hour—sometimes by the minute—rewarding photographers who work with patience, intuition, and intention.
It is no accident that Skye has served as the backdrop for some of the world’s most iconic cinema, including scenes from the James Bond franchise—most notably Skyfall. The drama is real. The atmosphere is unscripted. And the sense of place is unforgettable.
This masterclass is designed to immerse you fully in that experience—not rushing from viewpoint to viewpoint, but working scenes deeply, returning to locations when light and weather evolve, and learning to translate Skye’s raw power into personal visual expression.
Field Instruction
During this masterclass, we work slowly and deliberately within Skye’s complex terrain and unique features, capturing the vast, powerful geological structures and ancient architectural settings.
Specifically:
Use mist, cloud, rain, and shifting light as active compositional elements in your work.
Use mist, cloud, rain, and shifting light as active compositional elements in your work.
Develop your unique visual voice beyond iconic viewpoints and familiar compositions.
Refine compositional intent through repeated observation and purposeful return to locations.
Selected Locations
While iconic locations may be part of our journey—such as the Old Man of Storr, the Quiraing, Neist Point, and the Fairy Pools—the emphasis is always on how you see, not where you stand.
Oct 12-17, 2026
$5,800
All major credit cards & PayPal accepted
Struan Road, Portree, IV51 9EG, United Kingdom
The Bracken Hide is a 4 Star Retreat nestled in a picturesque setting on the Struan Road, setting the scene for your unforgettable Scottish getaway in the Isle of Skye Landscape. All cabins have a double bed and full-service amenities for your comfort. If you have any questions regarding accommodations, please contact Bree Brown, bree@nppemasterclass.com, when enrolling.
Arrive at Glasgow Airport (GLA) before 11:00 AM on October 12, 2026. Flights out can be scheduled after 5:00 PM on October 16, 2026.
Air travel delays are common. We recommend arriving the day before to ensure you don’t miss any of the Masterclass.
We recommend flying into Glasgow, as it is the closest international hub to Portree; however, Edinburgh is also a good choice. There are several excellent ground transportation operations to the Bracken Hide as well as rental car service. After you enroll, we will send you a ground transportation manual, including options for us to pick you up in some cases. Please contact Bree to coordinate ground transportation.
We will send you a detailed Scotland Preparation Document approximately 60 days after your enrollment.
We warmly welcome spouses and travel companions to join us on the Isle of Skye.
However, due to insurance requirements, transportation capacity, and instructional focus, participation in daily field instruction is limited exclusively to registered workshop photographers.
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Need Special Arrangments?
Just email Bree@npppmasterclass.com
$5,800.00
October 12-17, 2026
10 in stock
Then join us on the Isle of Skye.
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