Simone and Aiden have flown to Edinburgh all the way from Canada to get married in this wonderful city. Yesterday was the first time we met and right from the first photograph I knew this was going to be a great engagement shoot. Both Simone and Aiden were very naturual in front of the camera and the usual ten minutes of awkwardness which usually starts off an engagement session just wasn't there. Makes my job really easy. Below are some shots for the session.
Calton Hill
Victoria & Brian's E-Session In Edinburgh
It was a very chilly late April evening when I met up with Victoria & Brian on Calton Hill. The light was lovely but the wind was playing up a little so after a few shots we decided to head for cover over at Meadow Lane, one of my favourite spots some photos with a little something different. Finally a wee jaunt up the High Street and Victoria and Brian's photos were in the bag. Victoria and Brian were great in front of the camera. Smiling, laughing and having a great time, which is what it's all about. Thanks again for everything guys.
Louise & Andrew's E-Session In Edinburgh
I met up with Louise & Andrew for their E-Session hoping for gorgeous shots with views over Edinburgh. Sadly as is often the case this year, it was howling with wind up on Calton Hill. We decided to head down into Edinburgh's Old Town for photographs instead as this would give us more shelter from the gales. Really glad we did as Louise and Andrew were brilliant wether we were in front of big grafitti garage doors or the Royal Mile.
Justine & Andy's Engagement Shoot at Calton Hill
Calton Hill is easily the most popular choice for e-session photography. Amazing views of Edinburgh as well as Arthur's Seat over the other side. We started the day with Justine's makeover shoot with Helen at CityBrides. Justine looked stunning and thankfully the wind up on Calton Hill was pretty calm. While we were up there we watched a couple from Singapore actually get married on the hill with a dove release and even a drone camera flying around. It was amazing! Looking forward to the wedding now. Not long now guys!
Gemma & Paul's E-Session - Calton Hill, Edinburgh
Gemma & Paul took me to places in Edinburgh I had never even known existed. A secret garden on Calton Hill with beautiful little pathways and views of the skyline. It was a genuine privilege to be able to wander around in such a beautiful setting. All couples are usually a little nervous at the start of the e-session and it usually takes a few minutes to "ease into it" but Gemma & Paul hit the ground running. Natural, fun and relaxed. The wedding at Howies next month is going to be pretty special with their awesome menu, Calton Hill with those views and Gemma & Paul looking fantastic. Roll on July!!
Laura & Scott's E-Session in Edinburgh
Think we must be having the best summer ever! The perfect way to spend the evening with laura and Scott who travelled all the way down from Dundee! I'll be returning the favour by heading all the way up to Perthshire for the wedding next week though. We started on Arthurs Seat which has amazing views over the city but it was pretty windy and way too much glare from the sun so we headed for the Meadows next for some nice colourful shots by the lock-ups. Finally we headed to Calton Hill for some iconic shots with Edinburgh as the backdrop.
I wanted to shoot and edit in a few different style as Laura has her own dress making business and it would be great if she had some different styles to choose from if some of the shots are going on her website. Check out her facebook page here:
Here are just some of the shots:
Susan & Dan's E-Session on Calton Hill in Edinburgh.
We really are very lucky in Edinburgh. You can be in the middle of the city centre yet look like you are in the middle of nowhere. Calton Hill has unparalleled views over Edinburgh and Arthurs Seat, it's just spectacular up there. If you haven't been up there yet, you just have to go. I met Susan and Dan for there pre-wedding shoot late in the afternoon with the sun was shining a little, just enough for great light. Both Susan and Dan were great fun and very natural in front of the camera. For the wedding day we are hoping to head over to Arthurs Seat for spectacular bride and Groom photographs. I'll definitely be doing my, Please Don't Rain dance!
Angela & James' Pre-Wedding Shoot at Calton Hill, Edinburgh.
I reckon I am very lucky to be from the beautiful City of Edinburgh. The Athens of the north as it is also known. Both Athens and Edinburgh were built between 7 hills and hence the nickname.I met Angela & James on a gorgeous lare Autumn afternoon on Calton Hill. The views of the city from up there are simply breathtaking. If you are coming to Edinburgh for a weekend or a holiday, you must take a trip up there. it's only 5 mins from the city centre.
Angela & James laughed their way through the shoot which makes my job so easy. Really natural and fun shots, which I love.
