Some Comments from Previous Guests

Here are some comments from some of our previous guests on photography workshops and tours:

"This was a wonderful experience! I found the workshop informative, professional and, even more importantly, fun! Sam has a lot to give and she does it in a lovely way - most in keeping with the tone and feeling of the hotel. Thank you." AG, New York, February 2009

“We would both like to thank you very much indeed for your time and effort spent taking us around Mull, and showing us the most photogenic spots. We had a lovely day with you in Mull, and enjoyed your warmth and humour, as well as the many photographic opportunities you showed us. When time is precious, and one does not know the area, it is most helpful to have a local show you around. I am sure we would never have found all the great locations to which you took us. In a short visit it was not possible to ferret these out ourselves, and we will certainly recommend your guidance to any of our friends who visit Mull. We really had a great day, and appreciate your help. The island is lovely and we would hope to return one day. We wish you well for your photography tours and would be very happy to endorse this endeavour.” KB, Senior Vice President of the Australian Photographic Society, Sydney, October 2008

"I would just like to say I had a wonderful time on Mull and in the rest of Scotland and I have undoubtedly learnt from your workshop since the quality of my photos has gone up compared to the quantity I would have taken before.  It was a pleasure to spend two days with you, your knowledge of the island and its history certainly made it an enjoyable experience. I would never have found some of the locations we visited if I had gone by myself." JD, London, November 2009

"We really enjoyed the day and thought it was a fantastic way to see the island. We definitely wouldn’t have found those great spots ourselves and we now have some great photographs thanks to your help and guidance. You really brought the island alive to us." ND and SD, London, February 2010

"I thoroughly enjoyed my 3 days on Mull, the weather was kinder than could reasonably be expected and the tuition opened my eyes to photo opportunities which I would otherwise have passed by. We were taken to interesting locations at which Sam was at hand to give advice and guidance. All in all a very relaxing and instructive few days which I can recommend." IRU, March 2010

"Thanks for getting me off point and shoot and making me think about what I am trying to capture in picture. Mull is such a special place and it was a pleasure to have personal tuition and to discover hidden gems." LG, guest on Two Day Beginners' Workshop, May 2010

 "Very many thanks for a great day out last Saturday. You certainly know all the right places for great shots. I was surprised just how comfortable the Defender is, and how easily you can park just where you choose. I enjoyed your friendly demeanour, yes even at 0600 and under attack from the midges, and appreciated your sound advice, so it will not be a surprise to you, but I have already purchased two more filters!" DJ, Scotland, June 2010

 "Thank you for the excellent day: refreshing and inspiring, new places and new sights, and best of all a new friend. I enjoyed your company as much as the opportunity to shoot the island and see it all through your eyes. Let's do stay in touch. You would be welcome in our home; wherever that may be." SMc, professional sports photographer, USA, June 2010

"I have been meaning to get in touch since we got back to thank you for Peter's day out. He thoroughly enjoyed the day, took some great photos and learnt a lot ( I had the slide show last night). I would also like to thank you for the friendly, flexible and professional way that you handled the booking! It was lovely to meet you and I hope our paths cross again next time we are in Mull." HW, Bristol, July 2010

"Also highly recommend booking on the Islandcape Photography Course - Sam was a delight and took us to her favourite spots and demonstrated how to capture the best shots!". Review on Trip Advisor regarding the Tobermory Hotel, July 2010

"Thank you for our fabulous, fun and interesting day. Mull is a stunning island and we will definitely be back. Thank you for sending Emma and Claire's disks. You have certainly inspired them (all of us!) and they were taking photos for the rest of the week, even in the rain on our walk on the Mamores. We will do our best to remember our lessons and will never forget your lovely enthusiastic patience." KW, Birmingham, July 2010

"Iain and I had a wonderful day photographing a range of landscapes on Mull. The weather was not on our side, but thanks to Sam's extensive knowledge of the area she was able to tailor locations to weather conditions and so maximise the experience for us. We have very different abilities and experience of photography using DSLR cameras, but Sam is a patient tutor, helping each of us to develop our technical skills and eye for a good picture. A great experience. Thanks, Sam." RD, Argyll, July 2010