Join Shona Perkins for a 5 night creative photography workshop in the beautiful Isle of Harris.
A truly unique workshop experience for Seascape and Creative Photographers in one of the most idyllic locations in the world.
REGISTRATION OPENS ON WEDNESDAY 10TH DECEMBER AT 5PM GMT EXCLUSIVELY TO OUR MAILING LIST.
Shona Perkins has been visiting the Isle of Lewis and Harris for more than a decade and like so many others, has developed a deep emotional connection with the Island, being drawn in particular to the vibrancy of the landscape. An intricate and dramatic landscape that Shona translates through the use of intentional camera movement, which forms a large part of her portfolio.
This is a truly special workshop experience for Creative Photographers, allowing you the time and focus to work on defining your personal style,
creating a body of work that tells the story of this wonderful location, reflecting how you see the landscape, your emotional response to your environment and how you convey this in a way completely unique to you.
It is no secret or surprise that the Isle of Harris is regarded as one of the most beautiful places in the world, with a collection of globally renowned beaches - beaches that are comparable to those in the Caribbean during the Summer months, with white untouched sands and crystal-clear turquoise waters. Turning more wild, raw and desolate in the Winter months. Beaches where mountains literally fall into the Sea, sand dunes so vast you get lost in and a weather system like nowhere else.
In Harris, you will experience vibrant colour, beautiful soft light, big skies, fierce storms, whipping winds, lashing rain, glorious rainbows, and magical sunsets. A perfect playground for seascape and ICM Photography!
Join Shona for a week of inspiration, exploring not only the iconic beaches of Harris, but also a few lesser known locations Shona knows well, giving you the greatest opportunity to experience the very best of Lewis and Harris, capturing it in a way completely unique to you.






Shona Perkins is a Scottish Photographer, specialising in Seascape and ICM Photography.
Heavily influenced by contemporary art and abstract minimalism, Shona has spent the past few years developing her passion for intentional camera movement (ICM photography).
Whilst largely self-taught, Shona previously enrolled with the British Academy of Photography gaining a greater knowledge of the fundamentals and complexities of digital photography.
Technique is extremely important to Shona and whilst ICM photography demonstrates a certain creative freedom and experimentation, Shona applies a considered, focussed and disciplined approach to her work ensuring the best results are achieved in camera.
Often described as creating a sense of calm through her imagery, Shona manages to capture emotional depth, solitude, tranquillity and haunting beauty in her work, all whilst maintaining her distinctive painterly style.
Known as an inspirational leader and speaker, Shona also has a wealth of experience in coaching, mentoring and developing teams, having worked at a Senior level in Retail Management for 20+ years. Shona loves nothing more than helping people reach their full potential and has been running photography workshops, creative retreats and private tuition for the past 3 years.
Shona Perkins

It is important that you take out travel insurance as soon as you have booked a place on this workshop, not just in case of emergencies whilst you are away, but also to protect you in case something happens before your trip impacting your ability to come. It is also worth checking that all your camera equipment is covered too - always better to be safe than sorry.
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What can I say? To spend six days in what must be one of the most beautiful places I've ever been to with Shona and five other photographers. From the get-go Shona radiated warmth, passion and professionalism. She gave of herself to everyone in the group - all the time keeping a gentle eye on who may need a little extra help and guidance. Her knowledge of the islands was second to none and throughout the whole holiday one sensed how proud she was - not just our location but also in what she represents in the world of ICM. (Not in a big headed way). . just that gentle, quiet confidence she had.
The ratio between being out in the field and post production back at the cosy hotel was well balanced. . . there was even time for a little downtime.
I am an ICM photographer but found Shona’s knowledge invaluable whilst photographing seascapes. I loved every minute of my time in Scotland and spending time with likeminded people. I will never forget this holiday and wholeheartedly recommend photography holidays with Shona and My Beautiful Scotland.
Thank you Shona and I will see you next year!
- Anna Briggs
To say that I was shocked by my first few steps on the magnificent Luskentyre Beach would be a tremendous understatement! What a remarkable setting for any kind of photography but combined with Shona's expert patience and constructive technique demonstration, I was able to capture and bring home some of my favourite images ever.
ICM is a fun and effective way to add a new dimension to your photography. Whether you shoot landscape, wildlife, architecture or street, adding an abstract element to your capabilities will serve you well. And if you already shoot ICM, this might be the best place ever to do it.
Shona is a fun, smart and talented photographer who really enjoys these trips and her enjoyment is infectious. You'll love it.
- Michael Cohen
Shona, you are amazing. I just wanted to say a huge thank-you for making our time on Harris Island unforgettable—partly because of the breath taking scenery, but mostly because of you. Your enthusiasm, kindness, and bottomless well of ICM knowledge kept us going… even when the wind tried to blow us into the Atlantic.
Your generosity with your time and feedback was incredible.
I’m pretty sure you answered approximately 4,000 questions a day, all with the patience of a saint and the energy of someone who has somehow had exactly the right amount of coffee LOL!
My creativity definitely grew - mostly because you created such a fun, supportive space for us to experiment (and occasionally fail LOL).
Harris Island will forever make me think of our adventures, our resilience, a sandy fall, chasing sheep, the crinkle and crackle from my rain poncho and the moments that made us laugh until we forgot we were cold and wet.
With lots of gratitude and a grin.
- Morina Reece
Spend time with likeminded creative photographers.
Immerse yourself in the undeniable beauty of the Outer Hebrides.
Create your own unique portfolio.
Take time for yourself.













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