Our Photography Holiday Tutors

Philip Odell

Started his photographic journey back in the 1970’s and has been taking photos ever since. Having attended many residential workshops ranging from studio portraiture, food and products at the London School of Photography, landscape and wildlife, Philip’s main interest these days lies in landscape, wildlife and people. He particularly loves using black and white photography to explore abstract shapes and shadows.

As a freelance trainer and consultant, Philip spent many years conducting training courses and workshops using Adobe’s Creative Suite products including Photoshop and Lightroom. As a Flavours tutor his desire is for people to return home with a new, or renewed sense of achievement and confidence, and to also appreciate what can be achieved when you are out and about with only an iPhone or similar device to hand.

He also wants to help people to make better photographs by understanding simple compositional techniques. As Ansel Adams said, “You don’t take a photograph, you make it”.

Mark Holden

Mark has been a professional Artist in Scotland since 2002 when he started his career in St.Andrews. He has exhibited in Galleries in Scotland and the UK and undertaken commission works in Arnhem Hospital Holland and for a variety of clients in Europe. He also coaches Art Groups in Scotland and, later this year, Italy.

Mark works with Oils, Acrylics, and Watercolours. Subjects include Scottish landscapes, classic cars, golf courses, and skiing. Mark likes to work on commissions for clients and has had several recently used in new house-build projects as feature artwork.

Discover Painting holidays with Mark here.

Claudia Scandella

Originally from Italy, I’m now proud to call Scotland my home. My passion for travel, photography, and food has taken me across the world, inspiring a deep love for capturing authentic moments and stories.

Armed with a degree in Photography from Abertay University (2015), I’ve exhibited my work across the UK, from Edinburgh to London, and had the privilege of collaborating with people from all walks of life. These experiences have shaped not just my photography, but my belief that great images come from connection, intention, and vision, not just expensive equipment.

During our journey together, I’ll share my approach to photography: how to create strong, meaningful images straight from the camera, without relying heavily on post-processing. I believe the magic happens in the moment, in how you see, frame, and feel the scene. While I’ll also give tips on editing and post-processing, the focus will be on capturing the best possible photo at the time, saving hours behind a computer later.

Currently working as a food and event photographer in Edinburgh, I’m excited to share this philosophy and passion with you, helping you tell your own visual stories through travel.