HELLO I’M LORAINE
(SHE/HER)
I take romantic, timeless photos with joy and feeling
I have been photographing weddings since 2009 and have photographed over 300 celebrations to date. My journey in photography began as a teenager, shooting bands on 35mm film. I cherish the blend of analogue and digital photography; the nostalgic authenticity of film for slower-paced moments and digital for fast-paced energy on digital, perfect for those lively moments and party shots.
My true joy lies in capturing love and emotion, pouring my heart and soul into every wedding. It is a privilege to capture the essence of your love story and create timeless images that you and your loved ones will treasure forever.
All love is welcome here—my photography is LGBTQ-friendly and inclusive. Based in Edinburgh, Scotland, I travel throughout Scotland and beyond, having explored the UK and Europe, including Norway, Italy, Spain, and Portugal, to document unforgettable moments.
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I got married in 2023.
We had a colourful and modern day with a touch of vintage at a venue close to our hearts and it was featured on Love My Dress Blog!!!
I’m a nostalgic vintage lover and DIY queen…
When I’m not capturing weddings, you can find me diving into DIY projects as my husband Chris and I renovate our Victorian home, built in 1895. We share our life with a crazy beagle named Alfred, and I adore taking him on walking adventures to explore new places.
I have a passion for vintage clothing and nothing excites me more than spending an afternoon hunting for unique treasures. As a huge music enthusiast, I relish live gigs and collecting vinyl records. My background includes working in theatre and performing as a semi-professional dancer, gracing the stages both at festivals and large venues in front of thousands of people (yikes!) and also smaller intimate shows.
If you’re not a fan of being photographed, I’m the perfect person to capture your special day. I used to dread having my photo taken, but through my experiences in dance and acting (including being part of season 2 of Outlander and several other projects), I learned to feel at ease in front of the camera.
My approach to directing couples is natural and relaxed, focusing on capturing genuine moments while keeping things simple and dynamic. This method not only helped me embrace being photographed but also allows me to create beautiful memories for others.
Why I’m a Wedding Photographer
As a wedding photographer, my aim is to capture timeless memories for you to cherish and share with generations to come. The significance of family photos resonates deeply with me. I am lucky to have photos that date as far back as 1894. My great-grandmother was a passionate photographer and also owned a Super 8 camera, and I feel incredibly grateful to have inherited these precious images and films.
In 2015, when my grandad suffered a stroke, it profoundly shifted my perspective on my business and the purpose behind my work. I connected on Facebook with a distant relative who shared copies of a family album featuring photos of him. To my surprise, my grandad’s long-term memory was the first to return. He could recall everything from the old photos and the Super 8 films, experiencing genuine joy from those memories. That day, when I took his picture, it was the first time I had seen him truly smile since the stroke, as he reminisced about his cousins and laughed at the stories behind each image.
In 2019, I began climbing Munros, inspired by his love for his old albums showcasing his Munro-bagging adventures. While climbing my first Munro, I struck up a conversation with a man who seemed to be around my granddad’s age. I shared my story and my “why,” and he expressed how amazing it was that I was undertaking this journey. As I reached the summit, tears filled my eyes, overwhelmed by the moment.
The connections we forge with one another are invaluable—our memories and photographs weave the legacy of who we are and the story of our lives. Weddings are such a significant part of this journey, and I am truly honoured to be a part of every wedding I photograph.
MY APPROACH
moments, emotions & memories.
For me, photography is fundamentally about storytelling—capturing the emotions of weddings and creating lasting memories. Each couple I work with is unique, and their individual stories resonate deeply with me. I often find myself moved to tears, particularly during the ceremony and speeches.
I prefer a relaxed, creative documentary style with some editorial direction. I can utilise both available light and flash to convey the day’s emotion and ambience. While I still take the classic ‘formal’ family portraits and couple portraits, I believe that the genuine moments and reactions from you and your guests are just as important sd all the little details you spent time creating for your day.
Unless you wish to dedicate extensive time to your couple portraits or are planning an elopement, I typically arrange two or three brief sessions, each lasting about 10-15 minutes.
If the weather is looking a bit wild, we might opt for one longer session of around 30 minutes or utilise indoor spaces. I absolutely love photographing during the ‘golden hour,’ when the light is at its most beautiful, so I might whisk you away during dessert if the lighting is just right.
In this digital age, I feel that wedding albums are more crucial than ever—they serve as the first heirloom for your family. My own wedding album and family albums hold immense significance for me, and I cherish the stories they tell.
My life…
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Please get in touch if you would like to enquire about my wedding photography or just say hello!
Based in Edinburgh, Scotland but available worldwide.
EDINBURGH WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
Based in Edinburgh, Scotland. I capture wedding and elopement photography worldwide.
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