Exploring the 'Unseen Scotland' – My First Book Launch!
Well, the day is finally here! Tomorrow marks the launch of Unseen Scotland, a project that took me from being a kid who’d rather play with a Game Boy than look at a puffin, to a guy who’s now published a book full of stunning (if I say so myself) Scottish landscapes. If you’ve ever wanted to see the parts of Scotland that the guidebooks miss, this one’s for you.
Sally McDonald wrote a wonderful piece about the book that you can check out, where she beautifully captures the spirit of Unseen Scotland. This isn’t just a fancy photo book for coffee tables—although it would look great on one, just saying—but it’s also a bit of a travel guide. It’ll help you uncover the hidden corners of Scotland, like the mysterious Fairy Bridge of Glen Creran or the windswept ruins of Castle Sinclair Girnigoe. These are the places you won’t find on every postcard, but trust me, they’re worth the trip.
Growing up, I used to get dragged to these places by my dad, who was a massive fan of the outdoors. Back then, I didn’t care much for Munros or mystical sea stacks—I was far more concerned with leveling up in my video games. But as life would have it, I’ve come full circle. Now, I can’t imagine anything better than capturing those landscapes on camera and sharing their stories with others. This book is a love letter to those forgotten spots and an invitation for you to fall in love with them, too.
If you’re into stories of remote beaches, towering cliffs, and maybe a few mythical creatures lurking in lochs, Unseen Scotland might just be your next adventure (and I’ll be glad to join you vicariously from the pages).