SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS
BY PRIVATE LUXURY RIVER BARGE, OCTOBER 11-19, 2025
EXPLORE AND SHOOT SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST DRAMATIC LANDSCAPES
Explore AND Shoot with PHotographer GARY BOGDON
THIS ADVENTURE IS SOLD OUT, CONTACT US VIA THE CONTACT FORM TO JOIN THE WAITLIST.
Join us in October 2025 for a photographic journey through the Scottish Highlands for the ultimate photographic adventure through one of the world’s most scenic destinations. Improve your photography skills on an amazing adventure..
Savor the beautiful Scottish Highlands by luxury barge as the fall foliage puts on a show. This customized 8-night photo tour puts you square in the middle of breathtaking photo ops including unique Scottish landscapes, Eilean Donan Castle and local towns. You’ll enjoy a unique private barge experience cruising the Caledonian Canal and the lochs of the Great Glen, including 6-nights lodging in your private cabin, all meals daily, open bar and quaint Scottish towns at each stop. On deck you’ll take in the sights from the heated spa pool or the large upper sun deck — the ideal places to admire the dramatic backdrop as you cruise on deep-water lochs such as Loch Oich and past historic landmarks along the way. Also included are daily guided excursions by private motorcoach visiting dramatic photo locations, whiskey tours, castles and local points of interest. An on-board staff of six will crew the barge and provide service, exceptional dining experiences, drinks and local knowledge. You’ll spend 2 nights in the quaint river town of Inverness, one prior to the cruise and one night after, before you begin your journey home.
See the Scottish Highlands with a small group, enjoying a one-of-a kind custom itinerary tailored to great photography locations and local experiences. No matter your skill level or equipment type, you’ll return with great photos and more confidence in capturing awesome images.
Booking is available for 5 couples. (This private tour will book the entire vessel.)
Savor the Scottish Highlands scenery in comfort as you cruise the Caledonian Canal and the lochs of the Great Glen.
All meals, including wines and drinks are included during your cruise of the Scottish Highlands on a fully-staffed luxury barge.
PLEASE COMPLETE FORM BELOW FOR INFO ABOUT SCOTTISH HIGHLANDS, FALL 2025
garybogdon@mac.com / 407-595-6923 / bogdon.santa@gmail.com
ScotTISH HIGHLANDS, 2025 PHOTO ADVENTURE
Spirit of Scotland, Interior Cabin
Meet Our Team
Gary Bogdon / Photographer / Director www.garybogdon.com
Over 30 years of professional experience as a photographer, and now director (shooting both stills and video production).
Gary’s professionalism, love of life and sense of humor is infectious and has earned a loyal and enthusiastic client base. Clients include Dick’s Sporting Goods, Disney, Nike, Rolex, MacGregor Golf, Feld Entertainment, Adidas, Hilton and Marriott.
Gary has produced award winning photography for major sporting events including the Olympic Games, The Kentucky Derby, NBA Finals, Super Bowl, NCAA Final Four, PGA, The World Series and NASCAR races.
Former staff photojournalist for major newspapers including The Orlando Sentinel (Chicago Tribune Company) and The Miami Herald.
Contributing Magazine Photographer for Sports Illustrated, ESPN, Islands Magazine, Garden & Gun Magazine, Southern Living, Caribbean Travel & Life Magazine, Florida Travel & Life, The New York Times, and Coastal Living.
Santa Bogdon / Creative Director / Photo Editor www.santabogdondesign.com
Independent creative director working for a wide range of clients for both print and digital projects including: AdventHealth, Properties in Paradise, St. Regis Residence Club, Starwood Vacation Ownership, Vistana Vacation Ownership, Walt Disney World, Lionel Trains, Morimoto Asia and Arthur's Catering.
Former Design Director of Caribbean Travel and Life Magazine, Art Director of Florida Magazine and Art Director at Hallmark Cards. Assigned and directed photographers, and edited their work for hundreds of magazine covers and travel stories.
Art directed shoots on location for both editorial and commercial clients throughout the US, Mexico and the Caribbean.
Frequently edits and retouches Gary's work with an eagle-eye, and still keeps the peace!
gear to bring
Camera gear to bring:
- Bring your DSLR camera (Canon and Nikon are most popular) or your latest smartphone.
- Your favorite lenses to shoot with (zoom lenses that cover both a wide and medium to telephoto range, and a macro lens for detail shots recommended).
- A lightweight portable tripod.
Computer/laptop: We work with Apple products.
Computer software: We work with Adobe Photoshop, Lightroom, Bridge, and PhotoMechanic, so please be familiar with the basics of at least one or more of these programs and we will help you through the editing process.
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PREVIOUS ICELAND ADVENTURES
Click here to read about our 2023 adventures in Iceland, see participant photos and hear what they have to say about their experiences. We have hosted three amazing photo adventures in Iceland and are in awe of the dramatic and changing beauty from season to season.
PAST WORKSHOP: WILLIAMSBURG, VIRGINIA
Photo by Gary Bogdon
Our Williamsburg workshop kicked off with a visit from Alexander Hamilton himself, who gave a fascinating and historical introduction to the life and times of Colonial Williamsburg. He expressed his own strong opinions, and gave in-depth answers to questions from history majors in the group. He also generously agreed to be the subject of a lesson on portrait photography. Our group was super flexible and enthusiastic about our itinerary, which we adjusted as necessary due to a storm that would be arriving mid-workshop. We captured the Governor’s Mansion at dusk, set up for a brilliant sunrise at the historic Williamsburg Lodge, and rode out the storm at the Williamsburg winery where we photographed the barrel rooms, did a VIP wine tasting and enjoyed local oysters. We had ample time on Duke of Gloucester Street to capture everyday life in Colonial Williamsburg and the brilliant colors of fall. There was also an afternoon of gorgeous fall light for capturing the fife and drum corps, horse and carriages, and the amazing changing leaves.
There was one-on-one time with participants to work on editing and retouching their work — with everyone feeling they had learned lots of new tips about shooting and editing.. It was a great crew and so much fun, we’d do it all over again if we could!
TESTIMONIALS:
“Can’t wait for the next one. A class act through and through. Not a detail overlooked. Nimble and agile under ever changing weather conditions. From concept to content a well rounded workshop." —Victor D.
“I especially appreciated the camaraderie, beautiful locations, and laughter during our GB Photo Adventures trip to Colonial Williamsburg. Gary and Santa gave me confidence that I could try a new technique that I'd never imagined and end up with photos I was very proud of. I highly recommend GB Photo Adventures!” — TS, JR
“I joined the GB Photo Adventures trip as a beginner, having never studied photography. But Gary and Santa took me under their wings and taught me how to tell the story of a place through photos. I used my flat screen phone only and learned to look for light, better frame a subject, then edit the shot. It was great fun for me to begin a journey of improvement and already my friends and family are very appreciative. It's just fun hanging out in gorgeous places with Santa and Gary, who can quickly turn even a rainy day into a delicious (literally--the lunch at the vineyard was truly amazing) new adventure. I recommend a GB Photo Adventure not only for improving your skills, but for adding beauty, fun, and laughter to your trip! Hope to join them again soon!” — KS
