1-to-1 Landscape Photography Tuition
What to expect
A fully-bespoke and private photography tuition experience. Designed with you in mind.
Whether you are a beginner or advanced photographer; comfortable on the high mountains or prefer a gentler low-level outing; want to learn to shoot in manual or how to master composition (and everything in between!), I will create a session that suits you. This is an engaging, practical and hands-on session with a relaxed atmosphere.
What makes my 1-2-1 sessions valuable is the focus on creating unique imagery - not just generic landscape shots, but photographs built on strong composition, intentional storytelling and clear personal expression.
As a qualified teacher of seven years, I have the knowledge, experience and skillset to ensure you gain the very most out of your tuition sessions with me.
If you want to learn how to elevate your work beyond the obvious, get in touch!
Book Session
Join me for a private photography tuition workshop, designed to specifically suit your individual requirements.
Please click here to learn more about these sessions.
Ross will contact you to arrange suitable dates and a personalised itinerary for your workshop upon booking.
Technical aspects - using manual settings to master the exposure triangle; where and how to focus for sharp images; exposure and focus bracketing; use of filters for creative results and more!
Composition - developing your ability to identify and arrange elements within the frame to create well balanced and compelling images.
Expressive photography - teach you how to create evocative images through your own creativity and from your experience in the landscape on the day.
Location advice - understanding how light interacts with the landscape in different locations and how to identify areas that will may make impactful images.
Everything else! - we will have lots of time to discuss anything and everything else in between. The aforementioned is a framework for me to provide you with the best learning experience for your time with me.
Learning Outcomes
Itinerary
All 1-2-1 workshops are completely bespoke to you. Well in advance of your session, we shall discuss your photography aspirations; desired locations; your fitness and any accessibility considerations.
From there, I shall design a completely bespoke itinerary that will help you to feel comfortable and ensure that your learning and enjoyment of the day is optimal.
Your itinerary is shaped by:
Your photography aspirations and desired learning
Your fitness and accessibility requirements
The duration of your workshop
Locations may include:
Highland photography - mountain summits, ridges and high viewpoints
Lowland photography - valleys, woodlands and lakesides
Blend - a considered mixture of both
Workshop durations:
Full Day: 8 hours of 1-2-1 time including a sunset or sunrise of your preference.
Two days: Minimum 16 hours of 1-2-1 time. This may be booked as two separate days or include one guided overnight wild camp on location.
Three days: Minimum 24 hours of 1-2-1 time. This may be booked as three separate days or include two guided overnight wild camps on-location.
Qualified Teacher Status:
With a Post-Graduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), I have seven years of professional teaching experience. I have excellent knowledge of teaching and learning methods and strategies; a confident ability to articulate and deliver course content; and a good understanding of how to create a comfortable and relaxed environment to ensure that you feel able to maximise your learning during your session.
Qualified Mountain Leader:
If you wish to visit mountainous locations during your workshop, you can do so with confidence in me to lead you safely in that environment. I have vast experience of mountaineering and backpacking in the Lake District and Scotland, (in all weather conditions - believe me!). I qualified as a Summer Mountain Leader in October 2024, and I am now working towards my Winter Mountain Leader qualification. I am qualified to lead you in summer conditions in the UK mountains (e.g. no snow of consequence on the route).
Location Knowledge:
I have extensive knowledge of the Lake District and specific regions of the Scottish Highlands - specifically the Lochaber, Torridon and Assynt - having focused on these areas for the past six years. My favoured style of photography is to identify unique perspectives and capture them in the most dramatic weather conditions, with the aim to create expressive and compelling imagery. I can help you to achieve this too.
Accolades:
Mountains Category Winner - Natural Landscape Awards 2025.
Top 10 (1%) Combined Portfolio - Natural Landscape Awards 2025.
Front Cover - Volume 5, Natural Landscape Awards 2025 Commemorative Fine Art Book.
Highly Commended Portfolio - Scottish Landscape Photographer of the Year 2024.
Front Cover - best-selling novel, Unconformity by John McLellan 2024.
Why choose me?
Example Images
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![Sunset over a mountainous landscape with rocky terrain and snow patches.]()
Torridon - October 2025
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![A scenic view of a valley surrounded by rolling hills and mountains, with trees displaying fall foliage in shades of yellow, orange, and brown.]()
Borrowdale - October 2025
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![Sunset over a mountainous landscape with grassy slopes, rocky outcrops, and a large mountain in the background under a partly cloudy sky.]()
Gable - June 2023
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Mamores - February 2024
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![Scenic mountain stream with rushing water and rocks, foggy mountains in the background]()
Skye - February 2024
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![Large pinkish-brown rocks on a mountain with a scenic view of lakes and rolling hills in the distance at sunset.]()
Assynt - August 2023
Pricing - What’s Included?
One Day - £395 (8 hours 1-2-1 time)
Two Day - £750 (16 hours 1-2-1 time)
Three Day - £1100 (24 hours 1-2-1 time)
Included:
Qualified Mountain Leader to guide you on the workshop.
Uninterrupted, personalised photography tuition to ensure you achieve the best photographic results. Dedicated tuition, this is not just a location tour.
High end camping equipment available for hire if required.
Excluded:
Transportation to the starting point. However, I may be able to support with a lift if necessary. Please enquire if required.
Travel, personal health and belongings insurance.
Camera equipment. You should bring your own digital camera and lenses.
Food and drinks - this should be included in your personal kit.
Testimonials
Andrew R | 1-2-1 Tuition | Apr 2025
“From the off, Ross made me feel relaxed and at ease. Once we got to the location Ross put me at was as I chose my first compositions. With minimal fuss he talked about how I might improve them and it was small, simple points that made a world of difference. On to our main location to set up for sunset, again I chose my compositions and we discussed them. During the golden hour, Ross was always on hand with tips to maximise the moment and it paid dividends with stunning images. The day was everything I had hoped for, expert tuition, amazing scenery and fantastic company. I hope to book again next year! Thank you Ross for your knowledge, company and patience on the hills.”
David M | Exped Workshop | Sept 2025
“I joined Ross on a workshop in the Lake District in September 2025 and would thoroughly recommend it. Ross is extremely knowledgeable of both the local area and his craft - as well as being able to apply this to the workshop. I really appreciated his hands-on approach but also knowing when to step back and challenge me to put what I had learned into practice. I’ve come away from the workshop with a better understanding of how to compose compelling images in addition to a new awareness and set of skills I’ll be able to use in the future. Credit also to Ross and his mountain leader knowledge as we had to rearrange plans on safety grounds due to the weather. This was done with no trouble and the whole experience was expertly managed by Ross.”
Richard N | 1-2-1 Tuition | May 2025
“I recently had the pleasure of attending a 1-2-1 mountain photography workshop with Ross Davidson in the Lake District, and I can’t recommend it highly enough. Ross combines his photographic talent with the clarity and patience of a skilled teacher.
What really stood out was is ability to tailor the day to my experience level and goals. Rather than simply telling me what to do, Ross encouraged me to think critically about composition, lighting and technique - making the learning both meaningful and memorable.
Ross’ rare combination of award-winning photography and professional teaching makes his workshops truly exceptional. I left the day feeling inspired, more confident and equipped with new skills I’ll carry forward.”
Frequently Asked Questions
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I shall be constantly monitoring the weather forecasts in the lead up to the workshop and during the workshop itself.
The workshop shall be postponed if there is seriously inclement weather forecast that would pose a risk to the health and safety of all in the group. In this case, I will communicate this with you as soon as possible.
However, reliably accurate mountain weather forecasts are only available a few days in advance. Unfortunately, I cannot be responsible for any travel or accommodation fees that you may lose in this event, so I recommend seeking appropriate insurance if applicable.
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No problem. I am here to help photographers that are beginners or advanced-level. I will tailor the learning experience for your specific requirements and aspirations.
If you are just learning to use a digital camera, I can help you with that.
If you are an experienced photographer seeking to improve their approach to composition, I can help you with that too.
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I live in the Lake District so I am very flexible to offer workshops in this area.
I teach in a secondary school four days per week, with every Friday, Saturday and Sunday off. I am available for bookings on these days during term time and can travel as far as southern Scotland (Glen Coe/Fort William).
During the school holiday periods, I will invariably be in Scotland. This would be the best time to arrange a workshop in the Highlands for me because I will already be there.
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Refunds are only granted in the event that I am unable to lead the workshop due to personal circumstances. I will communicate this with you as soon as possible, in this eventuality.
A non-refundable deposit is required upon booking. If a participant decides to cancel their booking prior to two months before commencement of the workshop, then the remaining fee shall be refunded.
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Absolutely! You will need to book a multi-day session (e.g. Two Days or Three Days).
If you are seeking a longer duration expedition in a specific area (e.g. 6 nights in Torridon/Fisherfield/Assynt etc) then please contact me for a bespoke quote.
I am also able to lend you high-end camping equipment for a rental fee to cover the cost of any potential damages.
Multi-day workshops with wild camps provide an excellent opportunity to be in the optimal locations for sunsets and sunrises.