About Shutter Scotland
Not your average walking tour.
Not your average photographer.
How It Started
Most tours hand you a history lecture. Most photographers hand you a print. Shutter Scotland does something in between: we walk the streets of Edinburgh and Glasgow together, I share the stories, and I show you how to capture them properly — camera in hand, not just eyes glazed over.
Why Photography Walks?
Because it’s more fun. Simple as that.
You get the buzz of exploring Scotland’s most iconic spots (plus a few tucked-away gems you won’t find in the guidebooks), and you learn how to turn “just another holiday snap” into something worth framing.
Whether you’re rocking a DSLR, a mirrorless, or just your phone, you’ll walk away with sharper shots and sharper skills.
Who’s Behind the Lens?
I’m Allen — photographer, music obsessive, and professional Glaswegian, now happily calling Edinburgh home.
Shutter Scotland was born from a simple idea: explore Scotland the way it deserves to be explored — with a camera in hand, a curious eye, and stories you won’t find in the guidebooks.
I’ve spent years behind the lens capturing people, places, and moments, but what excites me most is sharing that passion with others. These walks aren’t about cramming history dates into your head or rushing from landmark to landmark. They’re about slowing down, noticing the light, finding the details others miss — and leaving with photos you’re actually proud of.
Whether you’re a visitor seeing Scotland for the first time or a local who wants a fresh perspective on familiar streets, these walks give you the chance to connect with the city in a more creative way.
Join the Walk
So here’s the deal: you pick a walk, bring your camera (or phone), and we go exploring.
You’ll learn, you’ll laugh, and you’ll leave with photos that don’t just say “I was here” but “I nailed it.”