EDINBURGH PHOTO SESSIONS – SCOTLAND

Destination summary

Lightstalker’s one to one or small group Edinburgh Photo Sessions unlocks some of the secrets and  techniques of urban landscape/ street photography while exploring Scotland’s captivating capital city. You’ll be accompanied on foot by professional, award-winning Master Photographer, Glen Campbell.

Known as the “Athens of the North” or “Auld Reekie”, Edinburgh’s  streets, lanes and closes are well worn with centuries of fascinating history.  At its focal point sits  a fortress, Edinburgh Castle perched high on a volcanic rock above the city.

Other highlights on the Edinburgh Photo Session include  churches, grave yards,  old lanes, a hidden village, Unesco World Heritage listed architecture,  parks and monuments and the city’s  quirkier side.

You’ll learn about tuning into the environment around you to create silhouettes, abstracts, juxtapositions, motion blurring , what makes a classic  blank and white , story telling and more.

On the technical side we’ll explore some of the basics and more advanced camera techniques.

Talking points include – Focal lengths, Depth of Field, Shooting modes, Histograms and Composition.

I lived in Edinburgh for 2 years and loved the freedom that the city offers.

There is so much going in the centre of this  compact city, which makes exploring it on foot easy with just a couple of hilly bits to negotiate along the way.

Some tours can aim to finish at a good vantage point at dusk (other times on request) to capitalise on the golden hour over the city should the conditions be favourable. So the exact time start time will depend upon the time of year and your preference.

Group size 

Edinburgh Photo Session – Solo or with a couple of friends, associates or partners – max 4 participants

Booking

These sessions are ran on demand and subject to  availability for your preferred dates. Please note sessions run from September to early June only, please contact Glen here with your request or enquiry.

Edinburgh Photo Sessions

• Total beginners to advanced shooters with a camera or an iPhone.
• Recommended focal lengths 35mm – 100mm ( full frame ).  Or just bring what you have.

Glen has been instructing photographers for over 20 years from classroom settings to the wild Mountain sides of the Scottish Highlands. Sessions are fun, friendly and informative so you’ll definitely pick up some new skills and insights along the way. There’s also a chance to submit some of your images to Glen for review and critique after the tour or during on the full day session.

The Half day Edinburgh Photo Tour (4.5hrs) Starts in the west end of the city and finishes on the eastern end of Princes street at dusk covering around 4 miles. It features some of the most iconic sights in the city and some hidden corners. £185.00

The Full day Edinburgh Photo Tour (7 hrs  )  starts at the west end of the city and can finish either in the city, Holyrood Park or the Forth Bridges. It can also include a walk around  some higher elevations for great city scape vistas. The tour will allow time for  a refreshment or two –  a coffee stop  / typical pub /  lunch stop and covers up to 5 miles. £295.00

Technical help

We are all on different points on the learning curve so if you’d like to learn some new skills thats ok.

Manual settings learn to take full control of exposure.

Exposure modes and Histograms using exposure modes (Aperture & Shutter) creatively.

Dynamic compositions   tips to tidy up and create more simplified and powerful compositions.

Good Light  knowing what to look for and where to find it.

Long exposure and low light working at dawn or dusk means theres less light around. We can use this to our creative advantage or just manage it correctly to achieve a positive outcome.

Street Photography techniques 

Anticipation, hunting and fishing – find which works for you.

All tours are subject to availability – Please contact me as far in advance as possible to secure a date for a session. You’ll will be advised of the meet up point and instructions once booked.

Suitable for beginners and advanced photographers. If you have any questions  please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Recommend equipment and clothing 

Any type of camera that you are  familiar with. A tripod for dusk sessions if you have one if not let me know and I can provide one (and carry it).

Waterproof / shower proof rain jacket and comfy shoes  / boots* –

*If you opt for the full day session you may need walking boots / shoes for Holyrood Park if its been wet. Locations are weather dependant and itineraries may vary.

As mentioned Edinburgh is a fascinating city that’s compact enough to be explored on foot but a few steps and gradients will be encountered so comfortable  shoes are important.

Safety first

There will be plenty stops along the way and we’ll be following best hygiene and social distancing practices measures where appropriate.

Deposit £95.00 – please contact Glen to confirm availability.