NPPE MASTER CLASS

The Isle of Skye
Masterclass

Portree, Scotland, United Kingdom

An international landscape art workshop, shaped by geology, light, history, and personal vision.

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

Where Landscape Becomes Myth

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

What You’ll Experience in the Field

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:

Interpreting Scale & Mass
Master the visual language of Skye’s dramatic land–sea interface and towering geological formations.
Atmosphere as Composition

Use mist, cloud, rain, and shifting light as active compositional elements in your work.

Beyond Representation

Use mist, cloud, rain, and shifting light as active compositional elements in your work.

Personal Narratives

Develop your unique visual voice beyond iconic viewpoints and familiar compositions.

Patient Observation
Work in evolving conditions thoughtfully rather than chasing fleeting peak moments.
Iterative Refinement

Refine compositional intent through repeated observation and purposeful return to locations.

Long Exposure Mastery
Advanced techniques for moving water, cloud decks, and atmospheric conditions.
Creative Post-Processing
Mentored workflow sessions to create images that transcend documentation.

You'll Also Master

Selected Locations

Iconic Landscapes, Personal Vision

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.

  • Day 1-2 Loch Fada • Old Man of Storr • Kilt Rock • Quiraing • Fairy Glen
  • Day 2-3 Fairy Pools • Talisker Bay • Neist Point
  • Day 3-4 Elgol • Kilchrist Kirk
  • Day 4-5 Kyleakin Wreck • Eilean Donan Castle • Skye Bridge
Enrollment

Dates, Tuition & Details

Dates

Oct 12-17, 2026

Full Tuition

$5,800

Class Size
Limited to 10
Student:Teacher
4:1 Ratio

Tuition

  • Full Tuition of $5,800
  • 50% Deposit of $2,900 due at time of enrollment
  • Terms See payment terms and conditions before enrolling.

All major credit cards & PayPal accepted

  • Schedule Monday, Oct 12: Arrival & check-in
    Tue–Fri, Oct 13-16: In the field
    Saturday, Oct 17: Departure
  • Fitness Requirements You must be able to walk a mile or possibly longer over uneven terrain with moderate elevation gains.

What's Included

Not Included

YOUR BASE CAMP

The Bracken Hide Hotel

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.

Flights

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.

Local Ground Transportation

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.

Gear, Clothes, Etc.

We will send you a detailed Scotland Preparation Document approximately 60 days after your enrollment.

Spouses & Travel Companions

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.

Payment Terms​

Please review before enrolling

Need Special Arrangments?
Just email Bree@npppmasterclass.com

Your Guides

Meet Your Instructors

Karl Griffith

Ballachulish, Scotland
Karl lives with his wife and child in Ballachulish, where he operates Glencoe Photography. A master creator for all aspects of photography, his work has been published in several magazines across the UK and Europe. He is a celebrated creative tutor and workshop instructor with 10+ years of teaching experience. Renowned for his friendly and hands-on approach, students around the world praise his dedication to landscape art.

Bob Killen

Salt Lake City, Utah
Bob is the Director of the National Park Photography Expeditions, LLC, a US licensed provider of landscape art education in 16 National Parks. He also directs the NPPE Mentor Curriculum, an accredited fine art education program. His work has been widely published, and collectors in the US and Europe own his desert artwork. Bob has served as a National Park Photography Gallery Curator and as an Artist-in-Residence for the National Park Service.

Student Gallery

Experience Scotland

Experience Scotland

Watch and immerse yourself in the landscapes of Scotland through Glencoe Photography

The Isle of Skye Masterclass

$5,800.00


The Isle of Skye
Masterclass

Grow Your Landscape Art Photography

October 12-17, 2026

10 in stock

Pay a deposit of $2,900.00 per item
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Are you ready to create work shaped by geology, light, history, and personal vision?

Then join us on the Isle of Skye.

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