The Old Man of Storr is one of the most iconic natural landmarks on the Isle of Skye, rising dramatically from the rugged Trotternish Ridge. This towering rock pinnacle, shaped over millions of years by landslides and erosion, stands against sweeping views of sea, cliffs, and the rolling highland landscape.
I'd avoided visiting the Old Man for many years. When I first visited back in 2013, it felt like a wild and untamed landscape, and I'd been the only photographer at the viewpoint. Every subsequent trip was noticeably more crowded, and the location lost some of it's attraction. However looking back at the pictures I had taken over the years, I couldn’t help but feel I hadn't done justice to the beauty and majesty of the scene.
I approached this return visit in January 2026 as if it was a work task - I hoped for some nice sunrise light to strike the Old Man at sunrise, but I wasn't necessarily looking forward to the experience. Arriving well before sunrise, I established myself above the classic viewpoint, in amongst the cliffs that surround the pinnacle. I knew from previous visits this was the strongest composition. As a perfect winter sunrise unfolded before me, giving the best conditions I had ever had at this location, I immediately felt the same sense of joy and excitement I'd had on that first trip over a decade before.
The landmarks are iconic for a reason, and it was a timely reminder that I shouldn’t avoid the more popular locations of the highlands and islands.
All prints are prepared in house at the Old Butchers Gallery, using the best archival inks and printed on Fotospeed’s Natural Soft Textured Bright White paper. This is a heavyweight (310gsm), fine art paper with a smooth matt finish, specifically chosen to compliment the subtle colours of the scene.
This print is available in two sizes:
10.25 “× 20.5” Print area with a generous border, signed in the bottom right hand corner. Total size with border is 11.5 × 23 inches
15” × 30” Print area with a generous border, signed in the bottom right hand corner. Total size with border is 17 × 32 inches.
Please allow 3 to 4 inches on all sides for mounting and the frame on framed prints. If you have any questions regarding the sizing of a finished product, please just get in touch.
This print is currently on display at the gallery in a black frame, and looks fantastic. This is the frame I would recommend.
I offer 3 standard frame types as standard - Solid Oak, Black and Light Grey. All framed prints are mounted and backed using conservation grade materials and glazed using glass. Acrylic and non glare options are available, please contact me before placing an order to discuss options and prices.
If you have any special framing requirements please contact me and we can work together to come up with a solution which works best for your needs.
Print only orders will be sent wrapped in a postal tube with the print protected by a fine art tissue paper. Orders will be dispatched within a week, and delivery can be made internationally.
Framed prints will be bubble wrapped and packed for protection. As we outsource the framing process, please be aware that dispatch of a framed print can take up to 3 weeks. We regret that framed prints cannot be shipped internationally.
If you’d like to discuss alternative sizes, papers or framing options, please contact me using the button below, quoting the title of the image, and we can discuss your requirements.
The Old Man of Storr is one of the most iconic natural landmarks on the Isle of Skye, rising dramatically from the rugged Trotternish Ridge. This towering rock pinnacle, shaped over millions of years by landslides and erosion, stands against sweeping views of sea, cliffs, and the rolling highland landscape.
I'd avoided visiting the Old Man for many years. When I first visited back in 2013, it felt like a wild and untamed landscape, and I'd been the only photographer at the viewpoint. Every subsequent trip was noticeably more crowded, and the location lost some of it's attraction. However looking back at the pictures I had taken over the years, I couldn’t help but feel I hadn't done justice to the beauty and majesty of the scene.
I approached this return visit in January 2026 as if it was a work task - I hoped for some nice sunrise light to strike the Old Man at sunrise, but I wasn't necessarily looking forward to the experience. Arriving well before sunrise, I established myself above the classic viewpoint, in amongst the cliffs that surround the pinnacle. I knew from previous visits this was the strongest composition. As a perfect winter sunrise unfolded before me, giving the best conditions I had ever had at this location, I immediately felt the same sense of joy and excitement I'd had on that first trip over a decade before.
The landmarks are iconic for a reason, and it was a timely reminder that I shouldn’t avoid the more popular locations of the highlands and islands.
All prints are prepared in house at the Old Butchers Gallery, using the best archival inks and printed on Fotospeed’s Natural Soft Textured Bright White paper. This is a heavyweight (310gsm), fine art paper with a smooth matt finish, specifically chosen to compliment the subtle colours of the scene.
This print is available in two sizes:
10.25 “× 20.5” Print area with a generous border, signed in the bottom right hand corner. Total size with border is 11.5 × 23 inches
15” × 30” Print area with a generous border, signed in the bottom right hand corner. Total size with border is 17 × 32 inches.
Please allow 3 to 4 inches on all sides for mounting and the frame on framed prints. If you have any questions regarding the sizing of a finished product, please just get in touch.
This print is currently on display at the gallery in a black frame, and looks fantastic. This is the frame I would recommend.
I offer 3 standard frame types as standard - Solid Oak, Black and Light Grey. All framed prints are mounted and backed using conservation grade materials and glazed using glass. Acrylic and non glare options are available, please contact me before placing an order to discuss options and prices.
If you have any special framing requirements please contact me and we can work together to come up with a solution which works best for your needs.
Print only orders will be sent wrapped in a postal tube with the print protected by a fine art tissue paper. Orders will be dispatched within a week, and delivery can be made internationally.
Framed prints will be bubble wrapped and packed for protection. As we outsource the framing process, please be aware that dispatch of a framed print can take up to 3 weeks. We regret that framed prints cannot be shipped internationally.
If you’d like to discuss alternative sizes, papers or framing options, please contact me using the button below, quoting the title of the image, and we can discuss your requirements.
