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SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 02-04-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-02-04-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270403
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270404
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
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SUMMARY:Argaty Red Kites and Red Squirrel Workshop 03-04-27
DESCRIPTION:Argaty Red Kites – Red Kite and Red Squirrel Workshop \nLocation: Doune \nMy bestselling and most popular workshop. \nThis is a small group wildlife photography workshop\, I will be on hand throughout the day to help you with your camera settings and leave the day with some truly memorable wildlife images. \nIt is ideally for people who want to improve their wildlife photography and increase understanding of how to use their camera. \nWorkshop Contents\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation\n• Shooting in Raw\n• Understanding Animal Behaviour\n• Capturing Action shots\n• Photographing Birds in Flight. \nThe day will be split in to 2 sessions with the morning focusing on Red Squirrels\, the objective here will be to use the available light to capture interesting portraits and behaviour. We will also be hoping to capture images of the many woodland birds that frequent the hide. \nSet in secluded woodland\, this specialist 1-6-person hide gives close-up and intimate views of red squirrels and a spectacular array of woodland birds (including greater spotted woodpecker\, nuthatch\, long tailed tits and more.) \nThe afternoon session will be focusing on the Red Kites. The objective here will be to capture eye catching images of the birds in flight as they feed at the hide. \nA purpose-built hide for up to 3 photographers\, the Red Kite Photography Hide brings you closer to the action (distance to the feeding area 35m) for an unforgettable encounter with nature! \nThe hide looks out onto a beautiful deciduous woodland copse\, which provides the perfect backdrop to photograph kites against\, even in overcast weather. \nIt is an action-packed day full of wildlife photography opportunities and fully guided throughout. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/argaty-red-kites-and-red-squirrel-workshop-03-04-27/
LOCATION:Doune
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270405T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270405T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T095802Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 05-04-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-05-04-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270406
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270407
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260527T131442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T131442Z
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SUMMARY:Scottish Photography Hides Workshop – Kingfisher\, Pine Marten 06-04-27
DESCRIPTION:Scottish Photography Hides Workshop – Kingfisher\, Pine Marten \nLocation: Kirkcudbright \nPlease note that this can be combined with the day before or day after Scottish Photography Hides Workshop. \nScottish Photography Hides Workshop – Kingfisher\, Pine Marten \nThis hide workshop is designed to highlight the very best of the Dumfries & Galloway area in south-west Scotland. \nThe Scottish Lowlands in this part of Scotland are a real gem\, They are often overlooked for the more iconic Scottish wildlife destinations of the highlands and islands. But you won’t be disappointed as the wildlife is rich\, unique and plentiful. We work with Alan McFadyen as no one knows the wildlife of this area better than him. Alan is an award winning photographer and his hides have been used by fellow professionals and hobbyists alike\, the hides have featured on BBC\, ITV\, national papers and have provided many award winning images and was the face of Canons 1DX mkii advertising campaign. \nWe’ll be based throughout the trip near the town of Kirkcudbright where we will have access to 4 carefully selected hides situated in a number of locations. \nDaytime Hide – Kingfisher:\nThe Kingfisher Photography Hide is spacious inside and there is also ample space to store bags etc. behind you. The Kingfishers here are regular visitors and have been coming to the hide for several years. The choice and variety of perches and backgrounds is excellent and some really good images can be captured here of this otherwise difficult to photograph bird. \nEvening Hide – Pine Marten:\nLocated on Scotland’s South West Coast near Kirkcudbright\, over the past four years Alan has worked tirelessly to develop a unique opportunity to photography the elusive Pine Marten. The hide is on the edge of a pine forest with years of conservation work taking place to establish a breeding population in the region. LED lighting is used to illuminate the area and low powered flash will be used (no experience needed). The backdrops and set ups in this hide give you a unique opportunity to capture some really different images of this hard to see animal. \nThe start time is at approximately 7am for the daytime hide\, we will usually finish at around 2pm or whenever we have had enough of waiting/taking images. \nThe evening hide will start at approximately 7pm and can finish as late as midnight. \nExact timings for the hides and meeting places will be given on booking. \nThere are 2 options for this hide either a one day trip or 2 consecutive days. It is not possible to swap the days around so please book both days or whichever includes the subjects that interest you. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/scottish-photography-hides-workshop-kingfisher-pine-marten-06-04-27/
LOCATION:Kirkcudbright
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270407
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270408
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260527T130152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T130152Z
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SUMMARY:Scottish Photography Hides Workshop – Red Squirrel\, Badger\, Tawny Owl 07-04-27
DESCRIPTION:Scottish Photography Hides Workshop – Red Squirrel\, Badger \nLocation: Kirkcudbright \nPlease note that this can be combined with the day before or day after Scottish Photography Hides Workshop\nThis hide workshop is designed to highlight the very best of the Dumfries & Galloway area in south-west Scotland. \nThe Scottish Lowlands in this part of Scotland are a real gem\, They are often overlooked for the more iconic Scottish wildlife destinations of the highlands and islands. But you won’t be disappointed as the wildlife is rich\, unique and plentiful. We work with Alan McFadyen as no one knows the wildlife of this area better than him. Alan is an award winning photographer and his hides have been used by fellow professionals and hobbyists alike\, the hides have featured on BBC\, ITV\, national papers and have provided many award winning images and was the face of Canons 1DX mkii advertising campaign. \nWe’ll be based throughout the trip near the town of Kirkcudbright where we will have access to 4 carefully selected hides situated in a number of locations. \nDaytime Hide – Red Squirrel and Fighting Finches\nThe main targets are Red Squirrel\, However you will be entertained all day from Woodland bird species such as Great Spotted Woodpecker\, Greenfinch\, Goldfinch\, Blue\, Coal and Great Tits\, Pheasant\, Robin\, Dunnock\, Nuthatch\, Chaffinch and a good chance the Sparrowhawks and or Buzzards will be around. During the warmer months there is also a good chance Tawny Owls and Badgers will visit during daylight hours. The set up here makes it possible to photograph Red Squirrels jumping straight at you and goldfinches and chaffinches squabbling over food. \nEvening Hide – Woodland Floor – Badgers\, Tawny Owl and Fox\nSet in a quiet tranquil corner of Galloway this hide offers some unique evening photography. You will be at eye level with your subjects as if you are lying on the woodland floor\, however you will be seated in a comfortable chair for this unique experience. \nThe main targets are Badger and Tawny Owl. Sometimes you will get a late bonus visit from Red Fox. \nThe start time is at approximately 7am for the daytime hide\, we will usually finish at around 2pm or whenever we have had enough of waiting/taking images. \nThe evening hide will start at approximately 7pm and can finish as late as midnight. \nExact timings for the hides and meeting places will be given on booking. \nThere are 2 options for this hide either a one day trip or 2 consecutive days. It is not possible to swap the days around so please book both days or whichever includes the subjects that interest you. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/scottish-photography-hides-workshop-red-squirrel-badger-tawny-owl-07-04-27/
LOCATION:Kirkcudbright
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270408
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270409
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T111155Z
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SUMMARY:Scottish Photography Hides Workshop – Sparrowhawk\, Otter 08-04-27
DESCRIPTION:Scottish Photography Hides Workshop – Sparrowhawk\, Otter \nLocation: Kirkcudbright \nThis hide workshop is designed to highlight the very best of the Dumfries & Galloway area in south-west Scotland. \nThe Scottish Lowlands in this part of Scotland are a real gem\, They are often overlooked for the more iconic Scottish wildlife destinations of the highlands and islands. But you won’t be disappointed as the wildlife is rich\, unique and plentiful. We work with Alan McFadyen as no one knows the wildlife of this area better than him. Alan is an award winning photographer and his hides have been used by fellow professionals and hobbyists alike\, the hides have featured on BBC\, ITV\, national papers and have provided many award winning images and was the face of Canons 1DX mkii advertising campaign. \nWe’ll be based throughout the trip near the town of Kirkcudbright where we will have access to 4 carefully selected hides situated in a number of locations. \nDaytime Hide – Sparrowhawk:\nThe Sparrowhawk is visiting several times almost every day along with a host of other species such as Jay\, Great Spotted Woodpecker\, Nuthatch\, Siskin\, Goldfinch and Lesser Redpoll are regular visitors along with several other species of finches and Tits. We also get regular visits from Buzzards and Roe Deer. \nEvening Hide – Otters\nThe Otter Photography Hide is quite an experience with you being sat in a comfortable chair only around 10ft away from your subject at eye level. It is only a short walk to this hide\, you basically park in a secure car park and it is situated about 40 metres away. For the Otters you are only needing around 100mm to 120mm focal length on a full frame camera. We recommend to use a beanbag or a gimbal head. The hide has plates for all 4 spaces. \nThe start time is at approximately 7am for the daytime hide\, we will usually finish at around 2pm or whenever we have had enough of waiting/taking images. \nThe evening hide will start at approximately 7pm and can finish as late as midnight. \nExact timings for the hides and meeting places will be given on booking. \nThere are 2 options for this hide either a one day trip or 2 consecutive days. It is not possible to swap the days around so please book both days or whichever includes the subjects that interest you. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/scottish-photography-hides-workshop-sparrowhawk-otter-08-04-27/
LOCATION:Kirkcudbright
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270410T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270410T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T100015Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T100015Z
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SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 10-04-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-10-04-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270530
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T152550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T152550Z
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SUMMARY:Argaty Red Kites and Red Squirrel Workshop 29-05-27
DESCRIPTION:Argaty Red Kites – Red Kite and Red Squirrel Workshop \nLocation: Doune \nMy bestselling and most popular workshop. \nThis is a small group wildlife photography workshop\, I will be on hand throughout the day to help you with your camera settings and leave the day with some truly memorable wildlife images. \nIt is ideally for people who want to improve their wildlife photography and increase understanding of how to use their camera. \nWorkshop Contents\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation\n• Shooting in Raw\n• Understanding Animal Behaviour\n• Capturing Action shots\n• Photographing Birds in Flight. \nThe day will be split in to 2 sessions with the morning focusing on Red Squirrels\, the objective here will be to use the available light to capture interesting portraits and behaviour. We will also be hoping to capture images of the many woodland birds that frequent the hide. \nSet in secluded woodland\, this specialist 1-6-person hide gives close-up and intimate views of red squirrels and a spectacular array of woodland birds (including greater spotted woodpecker\, nuthatch\, long tailed tits and more.) \nThe afternoon session will be focusing on the Red Kites. The objective here will be to capture eye catching images of the birds in flight as they feed at the hide. \nA purpose-built hide for up to 3 photographers\, the Red Kite Photography Hide brings you closer to the action (distance to the feeding area 35m) for an unforgettable encounter with nature! \nThe hide looks out onto a beautiful deciduous woodland copse\, which provides the perfect backdrop to photograph kites against\, even in overcast weather. \nIt is an action-packed day full of wildlife photography opportunities and fully guided throughout. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/argaty-red-kites-and-red-squirrel-workshop-29-05-27/
LOCATION:Doune
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Argaty-kites-feature2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270531T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270531T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260601T144424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T144424Z
UID:10000202-1811763000-1811784600@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Isle of May - Puffins 31-05-27
DESCRIPTION:Isle of May – Puffins \nLocation: Anstruther \nJoin me for some puffin therapy!! \nThe Isle of May is a remarkable island which lies only 5 miles off the Fife coast and is an important National Nature Reserve owned and run by NatureScot (SNH) and is open for visitors from the beginning of April until the end of September\, this is truly a beautiful Island\, peaceful with stunning views everywhere. \nNatureScot (SNH) have rangers stationed on the Isle of May during this time to make our visit more enjoyable and informative\, they will greet you on the pier when you arrive\, give a short talk on the latest information concerning the wildlife and they will also patrol the island during your visit. Isle of May is home to an incredible array of wildlife\, up to 200\,000 seabirds can nest on the May\, which can include 100\,000 Puffins\, there are also large colonies of Guillemots\, Razorbills\, Kittiwakes and Shags (best time for Puffins is from April to end of July ) also about 300 seals live all year round on Isle of May. Porpoise and Dolphin and the odd whale can be seen\, you just have to be on the trip on the right day and be a bit lucky. \nThe duration of our time on the island depends very much on the tides. But is usually between 2 and 3 hours. During our visit we will look to capture images of the incredible and iconic puffins. We will have a set shot list that we will try to achieve in our short time on the island with the stand out shots being the puffins with sand eels and fish in their beaks. \nThe exact trip start and end timings will be given at the time of booking. The time on the island will only be known on the day of the trip. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the boat booking and photographic guiding throughout. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/isle-of-may-puffins-31-05-27/
LOCATION:Anstruther
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/puffin-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270601T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270601T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260601T144829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T144829Z
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SUMMARY:Isle of May - Puffins 01-06-27
DESCRIPTION:Isle of May – Puffins \nLocation: Anstruther \nJoin me for some puffin therapy!! \nThe Isle of May is a remarkable island which lies only 5 miles off the Fife coast and is an important National Nature Reserve owned and run by NatureScot (SNH) and is open for visitors from the beginning of April until the end of September\, this is truly a beautiful Island\, peaceful with stunning views everywhere. \nNatureScot (SNH) have rangers stationed on the Isle of May during this time to make our visit more enjoyable and informative\, they will greet you on the pier when you arrive\, give a short talk on the latest information concerning the wildlife and they will also patrol the island during your visit. Isle of May is home to an incredible array of wildlife\, up to 200\,000 seabirds can nest on the May\, which can include 100\,000 Puffins\, there are also large colonies of Guillemots\, Razorbills\, Kittiwakes and Shags (best time for Puffins is from April to end of July ) also about 300 seals live all year round on Isle of May. Porpoise and Dolphin and the odd whale can be seen\, you just have to be on the trip on the right day and be a bit lucky. \nThe duration of our time on the island depends very much on the tides. But is usually between 2 and 3 hours. During our visit we will look to capture images of the incredible and iconic puffins. We will have a set shot list that we will try to achieve in our short time on the island with the stand out shots being the puffins with sand eels and fish in their beaks. \nThe exact trip start and end timings will be given at the time of booking. The time on the island will only be known on the day of the trip. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the boat booking and photographic guiding throughout. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/isle-of-may-puffins-01-06-27/
LOCATION:Anstruther
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/puffin-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270602T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270602T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T100226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T100226Z
UID:10000138-1811926800-1811941200@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 02-06-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-02-06-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Beginners-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270603T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270603T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260526T103425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T103425Z
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SUMMARY:Dipper and Grey Wagtail Workshop 03-06-27
DESCRIPTION:Dipper and Grey Wagtail Workshop \nLocation: 8 miles South of Glasgow (location on booking) \nOn this Dipper and Grey Wagtail Workshop we will look for 2 of the most sought-after species to photograph. Both of these species are found in good numbers on this stretch of river. \nIt is a location I have been photographing both species on for many years with great success. \nThe purpose of this workshop is to locate both species and spend time capturing different images of them using some of the amazing local backdrops. \nThe light on the river if the weather is right is stunning and makes for some real eye catching and different images. \nI will show you how to use the light to create truly stunning and stand out images of both species.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/dipper-and-grey-wagtail-workshop-03-06-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270604T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270604T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260526T103630Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260526T103630Z
UID:10000175-1812103200-1812117600@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Dipper and Grey Wagtail Workshop 04-06-27
DESCRIPTION:Dipper and Grey Wagtail Workshop \nLocation: 8 miles South of Glasgow (location on booking) \nOn this Dipper and Grey Wagtail Workshop we will look for 2 of the most sought-after species to photograph. Both of these species are found in good numbers on this stretch of river. \nIt is a location I have been photographing both species on for many years with great success. \nThe purpose of this workshop is to locate both species and spend time capturing different images of them using some of the amazing local backdrops. \nThe light on the river if the weather is right is stunning and makes for some real eye catching and different images. \nI will show you how to use the light to create truly stunning and stand out images of both species.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/dipper-and-grey-wagtail-workshop-04-06-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270617T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270617T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T100507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T100507Z
UID:10000140-1813222800-1813237200@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 17-06-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-17-06-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Beginners-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270618T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270618T130000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T100752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T100752Z
UID:10000141-1813309200-1813323600@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 18-06-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-18-06-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Beginners-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270620
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T152745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T152745Z
UID:10000156-1813363200-1813449599@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Argaty Red Kites and Red Squirrel Workshop 19-06-27
DESCRIPTION:Argaty Red Kites – Red Kite and Red Squirrel Workshop \nLocation: Doune \nMy bestselling and most popular workshop. \nThis is a small group wildlife photography workshop\, I will be on hand throughout the day to help you with your camera settings and leave the day with some truly memorable wildlife images. \nIt is ideally for people who want to improve their wildlife photography and increase understanding of how to use their camera. \nWorkshop Contents\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation\n• Shooting in Raw\n• Understanding Animal Behaviour\n• Capturing Action shots\n• Photographing Birds in Flight. \nThe day will be split in to 2 sessions with the morning focusing on Red Squirrels\, the objective here will be to use the available light to capture interesting portraits and behaviour. We will also be hoping to capture images of the many woodland birds that frequent the hide. \nSet in secluded woodland\, this specialist 1-6-person hide gives close-up and intimate views of red squirrels and a spectacular array of woodland birds (including greater spotted woodpecker\, nuthatch\, long tailed tits and more.) \nThe afternoon session will be focusing on the Red Kites. The objective here will be to capture eye catching images of the birds in flight as they feed at the hide. \nA purpose-built hide for up to 3 photographers\, the Red Kite Photography Hide brings you closer to the action (distance to the feeding area 35m) for an unforgettable encounter with nature! \nThe hide looks out onto a beautiful deciduous woodland copse\, which provides the perfect backdrop to photograph kites against\, even in overcast weather. \nIt is an action-packed day full of wildlife photography opportunities and fully guided throughout. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/argaty-red-kites-and-red-squirrel-workshop-19-06-27/
LOCATION:Doune
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Argaty-kites-feature2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270701
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270703
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260602T124633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T124633Z
UID:10000211-1814400000-1814572799@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Aviemore 4 Species Summer Workshop 01-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Cairngorms 4 species summer workshop – Osprey\, Pine Marten\, Dolphin\, Badger \nLocation: Aviemore \nWithin the Scottish Highlands\, the Cairngorms National Park forms a huge area and is the UK’s largest National Park\, covering 4\,528 sq km (1748 sq miles). It is twice the size of the Lake District National Park and bigger than the whole of Luxemburg\, to give you some scale of the landmass covered. \nThe park covers parts of Aberdeenshire\, Moray\, Highland\, Angus and Perth and Kinross\, with Inverness being the nearest large city to the boundary of the park. \nOver this 2 day tour we will focus on 4 species that are local to this region\, we will spend a combination of time in 3 different hides and out doing short walks to look for the key species. \nHighlights of this tour are photographing the incredible Ospreys diving for fish just outside the hide at eye level to the water\, it is a truly incredible experience. We will also have hide sessions looking for Pine Marten and Badger and finally we will take a trip to a local hot spot for dolphins where they can be seen chasing salmon in the shallows. \nDay 1:\nEarly Morning – Osprey:\nAfternoon/Evening Hide – Pine Marten \nDay 2:\nDaytime – Dolphins\nEvening – Badgers \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. (These hides are amongst the best in the uk but also amongst the most expensive) \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/aviemore-4-species-summer-workshop-01-07-27/
LOCATION:Aviemore
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Cairngorms-4-species.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270703T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270703T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260601T145050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T145050Z
UID:10000205-1814614200-1814635800@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Isle of May - Puffins 03-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Isle of May – Puffins \nLocation: Anstruther \nJoin me for some puffin therapy!! \nThe Isle of May is a remarkable island which lies only 5 miles off the Fife coast and is an important National Nature Reserve owned and run by NatureScot (SNH) and is open for visitors from the beginning of April until the end of September\, this is truly a beautiful Island\, peaceful with stunning views everywhere. \nNatureScot (SNH) have rangers stationed on the Isle of May during this time to make our visit more enjoyable and informative\, they will greet you on the pier when you arrive\, give a short talk on the latest information concerning the wildlife and they will also patrol the island during your visit. Isle of May is home to an incredible array of wildlife\, up to 200\,000 seabirds can nest on the May\, which can include 100\,000 Puffins\, there are also large colonies of Guillemots\, Razorbills\, Kittiwakes and Shags (best time for Puffins is from April to end of July ) also about 300 seals live all year round on Isle of May. Porpoise and Dolphin and the odd whale can be seen\, you just have to be on the trip on the right day and be a bit lucky. \nThe duration of our time on the island depends very much on the tides. But is usually between 2 and 3 hours. During our visit we will look to capture images of the incredible and iconic puffins. We will have a set shot list that we will try to achieve in our short time on the island with the stand out shots being the puffins with sand eels and fish in their beaks. \nThe exact trip start and end timings will be given at the time of booking. The time on the island will only be known on the day of the trip. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the boat booking and photographic guiding throughout. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/isle-of-may-puffins-03-07-27/
LOCATION:Anstruther
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/puffin-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270704T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270704T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260601T145247Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T145247Z
UID:10000206-1814700600-1814722200@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Isle of May - Puffins 04-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Isle of May – Puffins \nLocation: Anstruther \nJoin me for some puffin therapy!! \nThe Isle of May is a remarkable island which lies only 5 miles off the Fife coast and is an important National Nature Reserve owned and run by NatureScot (SNH) and is open for visitors from the beginning of April until the end of September\, this is truly a beautiful Island\, peaceful with stunning views everywhere. \nNatureScot (SNH) have rangers stationed on the Isle of May during this time to make our visit more enjoyable and informative\, they will greet you on the pier when you arrive\, give a short talk on the latest information concerning the wildlife and they will also patrol the island during your visit. Isle of May is home to an incredible array of wildlife\, up to 200\,000 seabirds can nest on the May\, which can include 100\,000 Puffins\, there are also large colonies of Guillemots\, Razorbills\, Kittiwakes and Shags (best time for Puffins is from April to end of July ) also about 300 seals live all year round on Isle of May. Porpoise and Dolphin and the odd whale can be seen\, you just have to be on the trip on the right day and be a bit lucky. \nThe duration of our time on the island depends very much on the tides. But is usually between 2 and 3 hours. During our visit we will look to capture images of the incredible and iconic puffins. We will have a set shot list that we will try to achieve in our short time on the island with the stand out shots being the puffins with sand eels and fish in their beaks. \nThe exact trip start and end timings will be given at the time of booking. The time on the island will only be known on the day of the trip. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the boat booking and photographic guiding throughout. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/isle-of-may-puffins-04-07-27/
LOCATION:Anstruther
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/puffin-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270708
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270709
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260601T150152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T150152Z
UID:10000209-1815004800-1815091199@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Troup Head - Gannets 08-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Troup Head – Gannets \nLocation: Troup Head (Near Banff) \nThousands of gannets and glorious views! \nThe high cliffs of Troup Head provide a spectacular setting for Scotland’s only mainland gannet colony. \nIn spring\, tens of thousands of seabirds return to the cliffs. Alongside the majestic gannets\, thousands of kittiwakes\, guillemots and razorbills\, along with several other species\, including puffins breed here. Wildflowers bloom on the clifftop grassland including the beautiful pale blue of spring squill and later in the year the cliff-top is swathed in pink and white from thrift and campions. \nBy summer\, fulmars\, gannets\, guillemots\, razorbills\, kittiwakes and herring gulls cram on to the cliffs while smaller numbers of puffins nest in burrows or crevices. Shags\, eiders and the occasional great skua can often be seen just offshore along with common and grey seals. While\, further out to sea\, you may even be lucky enough to see porpoises\, minke whales or bottle-nosed dolphins. \nThe start time for this workshop will be at 1pm at RSPB Troup Head. We will spend the afternoon on the cliffs and get used to photographing these amazing and majestic birds. We will be looking for particular behaviour shots\, portrait shots and birds in flight. The afternoon session will finish at approximately 5pm. We will then break for dinner at one of the nearby towns (not included). We will then return to the cliffs at 7pm to take advantage of the gannets in the evening light. We will hope for a nice sunset and to be able to capture some dramatic backlit portraits and silhouettes of these incredible birds. \nThe main objective of this workshop is to go home with a complete and full portfolio of gannets. We will use a whole range of techniques and will creatively use the light available to create some completely different gannet images. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/troup-head-gannets-08-07-27/
LOCATION:Troupe Head (Near Banff)
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Troupe-Head-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270710
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260602T123921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T123921Z
UID:10000210-1815091200-1815177599@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Troup Head - Gannets 09-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Troup Head – Gannets \nLocation: Troup Head (Near Banff) \nThousands of gannets and glorious views! \nThe high cliffs of Troup Head provide a spectacular setting for Scotland’s only mainland gannet colony. \nIn spring\, tens of thousands of seabirds return to the cliffs. Alongside the majestic gannets\, thousands of kittiwakes\, guillemots and razorbills\, along with several other species\, including puffins breed here. Wildflowers bloom on the clifftop grassland including the beautiful pale blue of spring squill and later in the year the cliff-top is swathed in pink and white from thrift and campions. \nBy summer\, fulmars\, gannets\, guillemots\, razorbills\, kittiwakes and herring gulls cram on to the cliffs while smaller numbers of puffins nest in burrows or crevices. Shags\, eiders and the occasional great skua can often be seen just offshore along with common and grey seals. While\, further out to sea\, you may even be lucky enough to see porpoises\, minke whales or bottle-nosed dolphins. \nThe start time for this workshop will be at 1pm at RSPB Troup Head. We will spend the afternoon on the cliffs and get used to photographing these amazing and majestic birds. We will be looking for particular behaviour shots\, portrait shots and birds in flight. The afternoon session will finish at approximately 5pm. We will then break for dinner at one of the nearby towns (not included). We will then return to the cliffs at 7pm to take advantage of the gannets in the evening light. We will hope for a nice sunset and to be able to capture some dramatic backlit portraits and silhouettes of these incredible birds. \nThe main objective of this workshop is to go home with a complete and full portfolio of gannets. We will use a whole range of techniques and will creatively use the light available to create some completely different gannet images. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/troup-head-gannets-09-07-27/
LOCATION:Troupe Head (Near Banff)
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Troupe-Head-feature.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270710T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270710T213000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260602T125744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T125744Z
UID:10000212-1815242400-1815255000@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beavers Blairgowrie 10-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Beavers \nLocation: Blairgowrie \nI have teamed up with a local wildlife expert and guide to facilitate this beaver wildlife photography workshop on the river at Blairgowrie. \nWe will find one of the local groups of beavers and then sit with them and capture images of them as they forage for food and move around the river and riverbanks. \nSeeing and photographing beavers is an incredible experience and these families of beavers are fairly relaxed around people. \nIt is a wonderful opportunity to capture images of these beautiful and unique animals. \nThe Time of this trip would be from approximately 6:00pm – 9:30pm \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/beavers-blairgowrie-10-07-27/
LOCATION:Blairgowrie
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Beavers-feature2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270711T180000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270711T213000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260602T125930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260602T125930Z
UID:10000213-1815328800-1815341400@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Beavers Blairgowrie 11-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Beavers \nLocation: Blairgowrie \nI have teamed up with a local wildlife expert and guide to facilitate this beaver wildlife photography workshop on the river at Blairgowrie. \nWe will find one of the local groups of beavers and then sit with them and capture images of them as they forage for food and move around the river and riverbanks. \nSeeing and photographing beavers is an incredible experience and these families of beavers are fairly relaxed around people. \nIt is a wonderful opportunity to capture images of these beautiful and unique animals. \nThe Time of this trip would be from approximately 6:00pm – 9:30pm \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/beavers-blairgowrie-11-07-27/
LOCATION:Blairgowrie
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Beavers-feature2.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270712T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270712T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260601T145406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T145406Z
UID:10000207-1815391800-1815413400@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Isle of May - Puffins 12-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Isle of May – Puffins \nLocation: Anstruther \nJoin me for some puffin therapy!! \nThe Isle of May is a remarkable island which lies only 5 miles off the Fife coast and is an important National Nature Reserve owned and run by NatureScot (SNH) and is open for visitors from the beginning of April until the end of September\, this is truly a beautiful Island\, peaceful with stunning views everywhere. \nNatureScot (SNH) have rangers stationed on the Isle of May during this time to make our visit more enjoyable and informative\, they will greet you on the pier when you arrive\, give a short talk on the latest information concerning the wildlife and they will also patrol the island during your visit. Isle of May is home to an incredible array of wildlife\, up to 200\,000 seabirds can nest on the May\, which can include 100\,000 Puffins\, there are also large colonies of Guillemots\, Razorbills\, Kittiwakes and Shags (best time for Puffins is from April to end of July ) also about 300 seals live all year round on Isle of May. Porpoise and Dolphin and the odd whale can be seen\, you just have to be on the trip on the right day and be a bit lucky. \nThe duration of our time on the island depends very much on the tides. But is usually between 2 and 3 hours. During our visit we will look to capture images of the incredible and iconic puffins. We will have a set shot list that we will try to achieve in our short time on the island with the stand out shots being the puffins with sand eels and fish in their beaks. \nThe exact trip start and end timings will be given at the time of booking. The time on the island will only be known on the day of the trip. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the boat booking and photographic guiding throughout. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/isle-of-may-puffins-12-07-27/
LOCATION:Anstruther
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/puffin-feature.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270713T113000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270713T173000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260601T145541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260601T145541Z
UID:10000208-1815478200-1815499800@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Isle of May - Puffins 13-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Isle of May – Puffins \nLocation: Anstruther \nJoin me for some puffin therapy!! \nThe Isle of May is a remarkable island which lies only 5 miles off the Fife coast and is an important National Nature Reserve owned and run by NatureScot (SNH) and is open for visitors from the beginning of April until the end of September\, this is truly a beautiful Island\, peaceful with stunning views everywhere. \nNatureScot (SNH) have rangers stationed on the Isle of May during this time to make our visit more enjoyable and informative\, they will greet you on the pier when you arrive\, give a short talk on the latest information concerning the wildlife and they will also patrol the island during your visit. Isle of May is home to an incredible array of wildlife\, up to 200\,000 seabirds can nest on the May\, which can include 100\,000 Puffins\, there are also large colonies of Guillemots\, Razorbills\, Kittiwakes and Shags (best time for Puffins is from April to end of July ) also about 300 seals live all year round on Isle of May. Porpoise and Dolphin and the odd whale can be seen\, you just have to be on the trip on the right day and be a bit lucky. \nThe duration of our time on the island depends very much on the tides. But is usually between 2 and 3 hours. During our visit we will look to capture images of the incredible and iconic puffins. We will have a set shot list that we will try to achieve in our short time on the island with the stand out shots being the puffins with sand eels and fish in their beaks. \nThe exact trip start and end timings will be given at the time of booking. The time on the island will only be known on the day of the trip. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nThe price includes the boat booking and photographic guiding throughout. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/isle-of-may-puffins-13-07-27/
LOCATION:Anstruther
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/puffin-feature.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270714T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270714T140000
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260527T105627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260527T105627Z
UID:10000180-1815548400-1815573600@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Improving / Advanced Workshop 14-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Improving/Advanced Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nThis workshop is designed for people who have knowledge of photography and know how to do the basics of wildlife photography. It is also intended for people that have a good understanding of their cameras and are already taking good images\, but want to take their photography to a higher level. \nThroughout the workshop we will look at and discuss what makes a good image. We will talk about the basics of composition but when we should look to do something different\, we will also look at how we can use the environment to add impact to our images and how backgrounds can make or break an image. We will spend a lot of time looking at different types and angles of light and how to maximise the lighting conditions that we have to truly change the way an image can look. \nWe will also look for specific behaviours and will focus on capturing action shots of the birds in flight and interacting with each other. I will be on hand to explain basic behaviour of our subjects and the signs that you need to look for to capture dramatic behaviour shots. \nWe will also focus on wildlife portraits and how to take snapshots of birds to the next level. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. \nThe great thing about this location is that there are numerous different subjects that we can get quite close to and it gives us lots of opportunities to try different things and experiment. The light at this location is also very good. \nBy the end of this workshop you will have a better idea of how a few small tweaks can completely transform your wildlife photography. \nCourse Contents\n• What makes a good image\n• Mastering the Angles of Light\n• Photographing behaviour\n• Photographing Portraits\n• Slow Shutter Speeds\n• Mastering Settings
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/improving-advanced-workshop-14-07-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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UID:10000144-1815642000-1815656400@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 15-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-15-07-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270716
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270717
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
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UID:10000186-1815696000-1815782399@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Osprey Workshop 16-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Osprey Workshop \nLocation: Callendar \nOspreys\, Otter and Kingfisher. All possible from one hide!!!! \nAlthough the hide does not give you the eye level viewpoint of some of the Osprey Hides in the UK it does give you some nice natural backdrops\, some excellent views of Ospreys and non stop action. \nOn top of this Kingfisher are regularly seen and photographed from the hide and otters are seen every day. \nIf anyone is interested in photographing Osprey at an affordable price then this would be a great workshop for you to try. \nIn addition to that you have a great chance of getting all 3 species in one workshop. \nOspreys dive incredibly quickly and often the whole sequence from dive and exit from the water is over in seconds\, so therefore booking more than one slot will give you a better chance of achieving successful images. It will also give you more opportunity to see the other species that visit the hide. \nAs with all my workshops I will be on hand to give advice on settings and various different shots that can be achieved. The group will be a maximum of 4 people so there will be plenty of opportunities to work with everyone one on one if required. \nAll Hide Bookings exclusively for our group are included in the price.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/osprey-workshop-16-07-27/
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20270717
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20270718
DTSTAMP:20260610T124155
CREATED:20260519T153208Z
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UID:10000157-1815782400-1815868799@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Argaty Red Kites and Red Squirrel Workshop 17-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Argaty Red Kites – Red Kite and Red Squirrel Workshop \nLocation: Doune \nMy bestselling and most popular workshop. \nThis is a small group wildlife photography workshop\, I will be on hand throughout the day to help you with your camera settings and leave the day with some truly memorable wildlife images. \nIt is ideally for people who want to improve their wildlife photography and increase understanding of how to use their camera. \nWorkshop Contents\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation\n• Shooting in Raw\n• Understanding Animal Behaviour\n• Capturing Action shots\n• Photographing Birds in Flight. \nThe day will be split in to 2 sessions with the morning focusing on Red Squirrels\, the objective here will be to use the available light to capture interesting portraits and behaviour. We will also be hoping to capture images of the many woodland birds that frequent the hide. \nSet in secluded woodland\, this specialist 1-6-person hide gives close-up and intimate views of red squirrels and a spectacular array of woodland birds (including greater spotted woodpecker\, nuthatch\, long tailed tits and more.) \nThe afternoon session will be focusing on the Red Kites. The objective here will be to capture eye catching images of the birds in flight as they feed at the hide. \nA purpose-built hide for up to 3 photographers\, the Red Kite Photography Hide brings you closer to the action (distance to the feeding area 35m) for an unforgettable encounter with nature! \nThe hide looks out onto a beautiful deciduous woodland copse\, which provides the perfect backdrop to photograph kites against\, even in overcast weather. \nIt is an action-packed day full of wildlife photography opportunities and fully guided throughout. \nThe price includes the hide booking exclusively for our group. \nThe price does not include accommodation. It also excludes all meals.
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/argaty-red-kites-and-red-squirrel-workshop-17-07-27/
LOCATION:Doune
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20270719T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20270719T130000
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CREATED:20260519T101102Z
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UID:10000142-1815987600-1816002000@www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk
SUMMARY:Wildlife Photography for Beginners 19-07-27
DESCRIPTION:Beginners Wildlife Photography Workshop \nLocation: Glasgow \nMy popular beginner’s wildlife photography workshop is designed for people who are new to wildlife photography and for those people who just want to understand how their camera works and how they can maximise the equipment that they have to get better images. \nMany people have attended this workshop with NO photography knowledge and often attendees have basic camera equipment. \nThroughout the beginners wildlife photography workshop I will set your camera up with you to ensure that you are simplifying the camera settings as much as possible and making you comfortable with adjusting minimum settings to get maximum results. \nThe focus of the workshop is on capturing images of common species in a different way\, so we will be photographing swans\, ducks and other water birds. I will also explain a little about the behaviour of the birds so that you can look for specific shots. \nBy the end of the workshop you will be confident in using your camera and adjusting settings to achieve the results that you want. \nCourse Contents\n• Camera Set Up\n• Understanding Exposure\n• Focus Modes\n• White Balance\n• Composition\n• Exposure Compensation
URL:https://www.mcdougallphotographic.co.uk/event/wildlife-photography-for-beginners-19-07-27/
LOCATION:Glasgow
CATEGORIES:Photography Workshops
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