Bringing different styles, approaches and expertise to the table, these are some Scottish photographers you should keep in mind for your wedding day
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Finding a wedding photographer is about more than falling in love with a few beautiful images. You’ll want someone whose style suits your vision, whose personality puts you at ease and whose package works for the day you have planned.
To help you find your match, we get to know seven talented wedding photographers working across Scotland, from documentary storytellers to editorial and film-inspired creatives.
What does a wedding photographer offer?
A wedding photographer documents your day, from the big moments to the small interactions you might otherwise miss. Coverage ranges from a couple of hours to the full day, depending on the package you choose.
Shorter coverage works well for elopements and intimate weddings in Scotland, while full-day photography can take you from morning preparations right through to your first few dances.
What styles of wedding photography are there?
The main wedding photography styles are documentary, editorial, fine-art, traditional and cinematic or film-inspired. Many photographers blend more than one.
- Documentary: candid, unscripted moments
- Editorial: polished and fashion-inspired
- Fine-art: carefully composed, romantic imagery
- Traditional: posed portraits and group shots
- Cinematic and film-inspired: moody, story-led images, sometimes shot on real analogue film alongside digital
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How much does a wedding photographer cost in Scotland?
Wedding photography prices in Scotland vary depending on the photographer, length of coverage and what's included in the package.
Among the photographers featured in this guide, half-day packages start from £500, while full-day photography starts from around £1,000. More comprehensive packages with two photographers or additional services can cost upwards of £3,000.
When comparing prices, look beyond the headline figure. The number of photographers, hours of coverage, travel costs, albums and turnaround times can all vary between packages, so check exactly what's included before booking.
How do you choose a wedding photographer?
Start by finding a photography style you love, then look through full wedding galleries rather than relying on a handful of standout images. Personality matters too: your photographer will be with you for some of the most personal parts of the day, so you want to feel comfortable around them.
Before booking, ask about:
- Hours of coverage
- The number of edited images you’ll receive
- Turnaround times
- How images will be shared/delivered
- Travel costs
- Whether there will be one photographer or two
- How much direction they usually give couples on the day
When should you book your wedding photographer?
Book your wedding photographer at least 12 months before your wedding, ideally as soon as your venue and date are secured. Most photographers can only cover one wedding per day, so popular dates fill up early.
If you’re planning a summer Saturday or another sought-after date, get in touch even earlier.
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Ready to find your perfect match? Explore the talented wedding photographers featured in our guide below.
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Big Day Productions
With 15 years of experience and more than 6,000 weddings captured across the UK, Big Day Productions brings plenty of expertise to the table.
The Scotland-based company works with a nationwide network of photographers, filmmakers and content creators, offering couples the flexibility to capture their celebrations in whichever way suits them best.
From natural, timeless photographs and cinematic wedding films to candid, behind-the-scenes content for social media, couples can choose individual services or combine them in a convenient package. With a friendly, straightforward approach and a dedicated support team, Big Day Productions aims to make the process as simple as possible.
Quick facts
Based: Scotland
Covers: Scotland and UK-wide
Style: Natural, relaxed and timeless
Packages from: £1,095 (eight hours of photography)
The team takes a relaxed, natural approach, capturing the emotions, interactions and details of the wedding day as they happen. Couples are matched with an experienced photographer whom they can get to know beforehand, sharing their plans and discussing the moments that matter most to them.
The aim is to tell the story of the day without couples feeling like they're spending it in front of a camera.
Eight hours of wedding photography starts at £1,095, while combined photography and videography packages start at £2,295, and photography with content creation starts at £1,895.
Packages include professional editing and an online gallery, with optional extras such as albums, additional photographers and extended coverage. Finished galleries typically arrive within eight to 10 weeks.
Big Day Productions brings photography, filmmaking and social-first content creation together under one roof, allowing couples to mix and match services. Behind the scenes, a dedicated support team coordinates bookings and works with a nationwide network of experienced creatives, providing couples with a personal touch and additional reassurance throughout the process.
The Gibsons
Glasgow-based husband-and-wife team Chantal and Scott – aka The Gibsons – bring more than 15 years and 600 weddings’ worth of experience to their light, romantic photography.
Combining documentary coverage with a fine-art, film-inspired aesthetic, they shoot on both high-end digital and authentic film to create bright, soft imagery while preserving the spontaneous moments of the day.
Working as a two-photographer team also allows them to cover both sides of morning preparations and capture important moments from different perspectives.
Quick facts
Based: Glasgow
Covers: Scotland-wide
Style: Documentary and fine art/film-inspired
Packages from: £450 per hour; full-day from £2,350
Chantal and Scott photograph around 80-90% of the day candidly, offering gentle direction for couple portraits. Their focus on movement and interaction keeps things natural, while their experience helps camera-shy couples feel comfortable.
Hourly coverage starts at £450, while full-day packages begin at £2,350. Their most-booked £2,950 package includes up to 12 hours with two photographers and 700+ edited images. Sneak peeks arrive the next day, with full galleries delivered within five to six weeks.
With 15+ years and more than 600 weddings behind them, Chantal and Scott combine digital and authentic film photography with the benefits of working as a two-person team. They’re also experienced in timeline planning and keeping family photographs efficient and fuss-free.
“We specialise in putting camera-shy couples completely at ease while bringing a calm, reassuring energy to the day.”
Brother-and-sister duo Goda and Justas split their time between Edinburgh and Vilnius, Lithuania, bringing two perspectives to weddings across Scotland.
Their photography combines candid documentary coverage with relaxed editorial portraits, and their dual-photographer approach means that while one focuses on the main action, the other can pick up guest reactions and alternative angles.
Expect plenty of personality, too: they aim to feel less like suppliers and more like two extra guests who happen to have cameras in hand.
Quick facts
Based: Edinburgh and Vilnius, Lithuania
Covers: Scotland-wide
Style: Documentary and relaxed editorial
Packages from: £2,800
Around 80% of the day is captured candidly, with Goda and Justas stepping in to guide couple portraits. Rather than stiff poses, they use playful prompts to encourage movement, laughter and natural reactions.
Packages start at £2,800 for eight hours, with both Goda and Justas included. Their most popular 10-hour package costs £3,200 and includes 600+ edited images, sneak peeks, an online gallery and drone photography where conditions allow. Full galleries are delivered in around two months.
As a brother-and-sister team, Goda and Justas bring two perspectives without making the photography feel intrusive. While one captures the main action, the other can focus on guest reactions, wider scenes and aerial shots – all while pitching in to keep the day running smoothly.
“Think ‘pretend you’re leaving a pub at 1am and stumble towards us’ – we want genuine giggles and photos that actually feel like you.”
Jayfrankofilms
Edinburgh-based Jayfrankofilms takes a storytelling-led approach to wedding photography, documenting celebrations with an emphasis on real interactions, emotion and candid moments.
With more than eight years’ experience, the team covers weddings across Scotland as well as destinations further afield, and offers both photography and filmmaking.
While their approach is largely fly-on-the-wall, couples can expect a little direction when needed to bring a cinematic feel to portraits without making them look overly staged.
Quick facts
Based: Edinburgh
Covers: Scotland-wide, UK and destination weddings
Style: Documentary
Packages from: £700
Expect a predominantly candid approach, with the team documenting the wedding as it naturally unfolds. For portraits, they introduce gentle prompts and movement where needed, adding a cinematic touch while keeping couples comfortable and images natural.
Photography coverage ranges from six to 10 hours, with packages starting at £700. Their standard eight-hour option delivers around 600 edited images, while extras can include a second photographer, drone stills, engagement shoots, albums and prints. Previews are delivered within 72 hours.
Tie the Knot Scotland readers who mention the magazine on enquiry can also receive 10% off all packages.
Getting to know each couple is an important part of Jayfrankofilms’ process, allowing the team to build a story that feels specific to them. Couples can also combine photography with videography for a cohesive approach across both.
“We focus on building a story unique to our couples, so we really get to know them.”
Kamila Pickles Photography
Dundee-based photographer Kamila Pickles blends documentary storytelling with an editorial eye, travelling across Scotland and further afield for destination weddings.
With a degree in photography and additional fashion training, she brings a creative perspective to her portraits while allowing most of the wedding day to unfold naturally.
Her aim is to create timeless galleries that transport couples back to how their celebration actually felt, balancing candid documentation with more considered, artistic imagery.
Quick facts
Based: Dundee
Covers: Scotland-wide and destination weddings
Style: Documentary and editorial
Packages from: £995
Kamila captures most of the wedding candidly, stepping in with prompts during couple portraits to create more editorial images without making them feel overly posed. She aims to bring a calm, upbeat presence to the day.
Packages start at £995 for three hours, rising to £2,695 for 10-hour Full Story coverage. The latter includes around 500–600 edited images in an online gallery. Previews arrive within 48 hours and full galleries within four to six weeks.
Kamila combines a photography degree and fashion training with a documentary approach. This allows her to bring a more creative, editorial eye to portraits while still prioritising the spontaneous moments that tell the story of the day.
“I like to push boundaries and create art, while still documenting a wedding in all its own beauty.”
Rosaleen Bonnar Photography
With more than a decade of experience, Glasgow-based Rosaleen Bonnar combines fashion-inspired photography with a keen eye for the spontaneous moments that make each wedding unique.
Her style blends fine art, editorial and documentary influences, resulting in a mix of beautifully composed portraits and candid storytelling.
Photographing weddings across Scotland, the UK and beyond, Rosaleen is equally comfortable directing couples in front of the camera as she is stepping back to capture the celebrations unfolding around her.
Quick facts
Based: Just outside Glasgow
Covers: Scotland-wide, UK and destination weddings
Style: Fine art, editorial and documentary
Packages from: £1,495
Rosaleen balances gentle direction for polished, editorial-style portraits with a more hands-off approach to candid moments. She's confident guiding camera-shy couples but knows when to step back, ensuring they have plenty of time to enjoy their celebrations.
Collections start at £1,495, with coverage tailored to each couple. Full-day options span preparations through to evening celebrations, with high-resolution edited images delivered via an online gallery. Albums are also available, depending on the package, and full galleries typically arrive within six to eight weeks.
With over ten years' experience, Rosaleen is comfortable taking charge when needed while keeping the experience relaxed. Her fashion-influenced eye brings an editorial quality to portraits, but building relationships with couples is just as important to her as creating beautiful photographs.
“I want them to remember actually being at their wedding.”
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If bright colours and playful, personality-filled portraits are your thing, Edinburgh-based Rebecca Scott could be the photographer for you.
With almost nine years behind the camera and a background in fashion and portrait photography, Rebecca brings an editorial edge to her wedding imagery, creating photographs that wouldn't look out of place in a fashion magazine.
Her approach is all about celebrating individuality, whether that's through beautifully composed portraits, spontaneous interactions or the little details that make each wedding unique.
Quick facts
Based: Edinburgh
Covers: Scotland, England and further afield
Style: Editorial and documentary
Packages from: £500
Rebecca combines candid photography with gently directed portraits, creating a relaxed atmosphere where couples can feel comfortable in front of the camera. Expect natural expressions, playful compositions and plenty of colour, with an emphasis on capturing each couple's personality.
Half-day coverage starts at £500 and includes approximately 150 edited images, while full-day photography costs £1,000 for around 300 images. Both include a consultation, digital delivery and a USB memory stick. Sneak peeks arrive shortly after the wedding, with finished galleries delivered within two weeks.
Rebecca's fashion background and love of vibrant colour give her photography a distinctive, magazine-inspired look. During editing, she enhances warm tones and makes colours pop, creating joyful, energetic images while keeping the moments themselves genuine.
