PHOTOGRAPHY WITH COLIN PRIOR - Benmore Estate

PHOTOGRAPHY
WITH COLIN PRIOR
 BENMORE ESTATE | ISLE OF MULL | SCOTLAND

'...mountains and wild places begin, not on dry land,
               but beneath the waves'
                     COLIN PRIOR

"Concentrating almost exclusively on the panoramic format, I set out to photograph
            Scotland’s wild places in a new and visually exciting way."

"My interest in photography did not begin with books or mentors but evolved through a
fascination of the natural world that shaped all parts of my life and brought them together"

Colin has experimented with different genres of photography including commercial photography, but
the desire to communicate the way he felt that “mountains and wild places began… not on dry land
but beneath the waves” led Colin to concentrate almost exclusively on the panoramic format. He set
out to photograph Scotland’s wild places in a new and visually exciting way, the results of which were
published in his two books; Highland Wilderness (1993) and Scotland –The Wild Places (2001).
During the mid 90s, Colin was also commissioned to photograph four corporate calendars for British
Airways – with briefs that took him around the world many times to photograph some of its remotest
corners and many of its fantastic indigenous cultures.
During this time, he roamed the Argentinean pampas with gauchos, lived amongst the Himba in
Namibia’s Kaokoland, survived a week in a ‘bush camp’ with Aboriginal Australians, and
                        documented the life-long relationships between Sri Lanka’s mahouts and
                        their elephants.
                        In 2021, Colin Prior is teaming up with Benmore Estate to offer this exclusive
                        photography workshop. A unique opportunity to share his passion for
                        mountains and wild places, where the emphasis is placed on the development
                        of personal vision.
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THE HIGHLIGHTS

             WEEK ONE                                              WEEK TWO
 Sunday 30th May - Saturday 5th June 2021           Sunday 6th June - Saturday 12th June 2021

 PRIVATE ISLAND      ALL MEALS &      EXPERT TUTION &      ALL TRIPS AND         LUXURY
  EXPLORATION          DRINKS            GUIDANCE           EXCURSIONS       ACCOMMODATION

          DURATION                          PRICE                     LOCATION
        5 full days, 6 nights               £1,495 pp             Isle of Mull, Scotland

Island Exploration   Luxury Accommodation Award Winning Guide              Dramatic Landscapes

              Immerse yourself in the wilderness of Scotland

TRIP ITINERARY
      An illustrative itinerary, which is subject to change, to ensure full advantage is taken
                              for the weather conditions for each day.

                                Day 1 - A Warm Welcome
Discover Knock House, a classic west highland sporting lodge, and your accommodation for
the coming week. Explore the estate, meet your guide Colin Prior, and the Benmore staff.
Enjoy a first class meal, with like minded enthusiasts in our traditional dining room, before
        retreating to your private bedroom to ready yourself for the coming week.

                                 Day 2 - Explore & Inspire
  Colin Prior will create a comprehensive photographic itinerary offering participants the
 opportunity to visit some of Mull’s undisturbed places. Our 46ft Targa Motor Launch will
   allow access to Mull’s wild and most remote places providing a unique opportunity to
               capture some of Scotland's wildest and most dramatic scenery.

                          Day 3 - Immersion in the Wilderness
    Colin is a photographer who seeks out patterns in the landscape and the hidden links
 between reality and the imagination. The combination of landscapes, seascapes and Mull’s
  diverse wildlife, from its white-tailed eagles to comedic puffins, should offer something for
everyone. Whether you are an accomplished photographer or if you simply just like recording
                                your experiences with a camera.

TRIP ITINERARY

                             Day 4 - Tution Workshops
 During the week, Colin will present a number of tutorials designed to help you on your
 photographic journey. The tuition will be in a friendly and relaxed environment and the
                 emphasis will be on the development of each individual

                       Day 5 - Reflect, Refine & Transform
   On the penultimate day Colin will deliver a group critique. This is where he will ask
everyone for six images, on which he will give you personal feedback – don’t worry, it’s not
          an assassination, but simply some guidance on how you might develop!

'It's congruent to personal expression...you can use photography to
       say something about the way you feel about the world'
                                       COLIN PRIOR

KNOCK HOUSE
                         ALL INCLUSIVE ACCOMMODATION

 In the mountainous heart of the Isle of Mull awaits Knock House, a classic west highland
  sporting lodge full of new life and old charm. With stunning views over the surrounding
hills and glens, Knock House is thoughtfully furnished to provide a luxurious, yet practical
                                         island retreat.
Knock House will form your base for the week, alongside all the luxury comforts, we have
  a dedicated working/studio space which we will use as space to develop up work and
                      sketches from our excursions on the isles.
 This break has availability for up to a maximum of 10 guests with the costs inclusive of
      expert advice and knowledge, hosting, accommodation, meals, beverages and
                            transportation on the Isle of Mull.
            enquiries@benmoreestate.co.uk      |     www.benmoreestate.co.uk