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ENGAGEMENT & COUPLES
Scotland Engagement Photography – Digital & 35mm Film
Scotland Engagement Photography. Engagement shoots are always an amazing way to get comfortable in front…
Glasgow Engagement Photography – Digital & 35mm Film
Glasgow Engagement Photography. Engagement shoots are always an amazing way to get comfortable in front…
Edinburgh Proposal Photography – Romantic Seaside Proposal
Edinburgh Proposal Photographer. Earlier this year, I got to capture the most incredible surprise proposal…
Edinburgh anniversary couple photoshoot & vow renewal – Kellie & James
Edinburgh anniversary couple photoshoot & vov renewal – Kellie & James Kellie and James booked…
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Glencoe Couples Photoshoot – Casey & Michael
Glencoe Couples Photoshoot – Casey & Michael Casey and Michael booked me for an adventurous…
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Loch Lomond Engagement Photos – Claire & James
Loch Lomond Engagement Photos – Claire & James Claire and James met at college and…
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Stylish Venice Italy Elopement Photography – Camille & Danny
Stylish Venice Italy Elopement Photography – Camille & Danny Sunrise in Venice with Camille &…
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Spring Glasgow engagement photos in the West End with blossoms – Carson & Ali
Spring Glasgow engagement photos in the West End with blossoms – Carson & Ali Can…
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Based in Edinburgh, Scotland but available worldwide.

She said yes…. Swipe for the proposal!!
Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to share this beautiful proposal I captured at the end of January on a mix of 35mm film & digital. Dan surprised Chloe just after sunrise with a stunning proposal at Calton Hill. Her smile was just so beautiful and they had the most beautiful love and connection with each other.
I still have some availability in 2025 for surprise proposals & couples photoshoots so get in touch if you are looking for a photographer.

I’m a huge advocate for continuing to learn and improve both as a photographer and as a business person to give my couples and clients the best possible experience of working with me. The last few days I’ve been watching an online summit for photographers hosted by @micaelakarinaphotography
One of the talks was by @corriemahrphoto on how to set up Chat GPT for your wedding photography business. I followed along and set it up. One of the prompts she gave was to analyse online reviews so I asked Chat GPT to summarise the key points in my google reviews. The results made me so full of joy as it pretty much describes how I aim to make all my couples feel working with me.
Here’s what it said:
Effortless – Describes how natural and comfortable clients feel during their shoots.
Authentic – Reflects your ability to capture real, unscripted moments.
Elegant – Highlights the timeless and refined quality of your photography.
Emotive – Shows how well you capture deep emotions and meaningful connections.
Bespoke – Emphasizes your tailored approach, making each couple’s story unique.
I might be a gal who loves the analogue and vintage clothes… but on the other hand I really love technology. I wouldn’t have been able to go through the reviews and summarise them like that ✨

Lois and Stuart’s winter elopement in the Scottish Borders #onfilm
My last wedding of 2024 was a magical day with this pair who came from Austria to Scotland for their elopement with 2 of their friends to join the adventure. They combined the beautiful interiors of @cringletie with the stunning landscapes of Grey Mares Trail near Moffat for their couple photos. Absolutely perfect for a winter elopement.
DREAM TEAM
Venue: @cringletie
Dress: @chicnostalgia
Suit: @oscarhunttailors
Rings: @cushlawhiting & handmade at @blonde.design
Hair and make up: @emmaconnollymua
Celebrant: @yvonnehannahcelebrant

This made me so emotional to reflect back on and think about. Thank you to @jennaececelia for starting this trend ✨
I took my 18 year old self out for coffee. We were both 10 minutes late. You ordered a mocha and I ordered a lemon and ginger tea. We both wore vintage clothes and black eyeliner in a flick. Some things never change.
You had just left school after a lifetime of being bullied and were studying art. Embracing life being happy for the first time ever and building up self confidence after years of having none. You had just won a photography competition and had work published in the Scotsman newspaper and got to photograph at T in the park music festival. Had met Martin Parr who had looked at your portrait work and given you the confidence to be a photographer.
You took being bullied and stopped trying to fit in. You found your sense of self, authenticity, imagination and taste never being something or someone you are not. Knowing who are would be your superpower as a photographer always photographing from the heart rather than trying to be popular.
She couldn’t believe everything I’ve achieved in life. She never thought that doing photography as a job would ever be something that would become a reality. That I own my own house and have a husband and a dog.
I told her I’ll forever be proud of her for being brave and strong when things were hard. I told her she is stronger and more talented than she will ever realise. It will take time for it to click, but the internal validation will come with time.

How do you want to look at your wedding photos in 10, 20 or even 50 years time? How do you want your children or grandchildren to look at your photos?
With the digital age, I feel we have stopped valuing having our photos printed. Images live on phones, USB sticks, had drives and never get printed. You go to find them years later and the technology is now obsolete. When I started photographing weddings I would deliver digital images on a DVD disk.
One of the reasons why I went back to photographing on film again was my love for the physical. We have family photos going all the way back to 1894 and nothing feels better than getting out an album. I look at our own wedding album way more than I do the digital photos.
I wanted to see how my film scans would look printed in an album and omg I am so in love. The images in this album were taken on a mix of 35mm & 120 medium format film. I went for a luxury matted style album with a minimalistic feel with a nostalgic vibe similar to my parents wedding album but with a more modern feel.
A matted album is when your photos have a “frame” similar to how you would hang your photos on the wall vs a lay flat album where your photos are printed flat onto the page with no frame.
If you are printing film photos, or a mix of film and digital I would recommend the matted style of album. They just feel like a work of art.
Can we still get traditional prints from the negatives?
Yes!! I can do darkroom prints for you and also have a lab that can print from your negatives. I would suggest having darkroom printed photos framed and put on your walls. Each photo is printed by hand using an enlarger, photo paper and photographic chemistry and is a unique work of art.
Let’s get those photos off our computer and phone screens and get them printed. Get in touch via email or DM if you would like a chat about albums or prints of your wedding photos.
Do you have an album of your wedding photos?

Stylish groom prep vibes with Paul at @harlaxton_manor ✨ #onfilm & digital
Concept & design @elevate_workshops
Styling @storiesof_events
On the day Co ordination and styling support @navytuxevents
Florist @emmacoxbrocante
Stationery @lucymcspiritdesign
HMUA @daniellamakeuphair
Cake and patisserie table @erzuliecakes
Table, chairs and tableware @optionsgreathire
Venue @harlaxton_manor

The magical autumn Scottish wedding of @nicolle_lynn & @bryendesjardin from last September #onfilm 🎞️ (35mm & medium format)
Oh-my-gosh I still can’t get over the beautiful autumnal colours and feel of the beautiful @maplehursthouse in the Scottish Borders. I used a mix of colour as well as black and white film to capture the timeless feeling of their day. It just looks like it belongs in a movie.
They had their first look under the historic trees before saying their personal vows to each other. Then had a ceremony with their closest friends and family on the lawn.
Thank you again for having me photograph your dream of a day.
DREAM TEAM
Photographer: @loraineross (me)
Venue: @maplehursthouse
Flowers @flowersbyforster
Cake @lauras_cake_company

It’s all about the guests ✨ film & digital
Capturing the people at a wedding is just as important to be as the photos of the couple getting married. Losing my granddad last year really hit me with just how important having those photos, particularly with parents and grandparents is.
Some of my favourite photos from when I got married are the ones of my parents, like the reaction of my dad when he seen me in my dress for the first time.
Looking for a wedding photographer for your 2025 & 2026 wedding? I still have availability and would love to hear from you.

Today marks 9 years of owning my Ice Blue coloured R56 Mini. It’s been such a joy driving this car all over Scotland and the UK photographing weddings and elopements. I’ve had sooo many of my couples in this car.
My dad drove me in my car when I got married 2 years ago. I’ve got so many incredible memories of good times in this car. I loved this time in Glencoe when I parked in the Skyfall spot in Glen Etive.

Jenny & Sam at @netherbyres house #onfilm
Now I have the 20 post carousel, I had to reshare this gorgeous wedding on my grid. I could share every frame! Colourful party vibes complete with sunset lawn dancing ✨👌🏻⚡️🎞️
I still have availability for both 2025 & 2026 so get in touch if you love my vibe ✨🎞️
DREAM TEAM!
Venue: @netherbyres
Celebrant – @humanisttim
Dress – @sassiholfordbridal @rachelscottcouturebride
Shoes – @loefflerrandall
Post ceremony earrings – @onedamelane
Hair – @emmacombehair
Makeup – @erinstewartmakeup
Tartan Trews / Jacket – @eightyards
Wedding rings – @roxjewellery
Piper – Jordan Allan
Brass Band – @theatomicbrass
DJ – @djgerrylyons
Wedding Breakfast – @joskitcheneastlothian
Evening food – @weegreenevents
Streamers – @fruitsaladflowers
Flowers – @thepetalshoppeuk
Tables & Chairs – @hoplerwoodco
Marquee – @atlasdomes

What’s in my camera bag as a film wedding photographer.
I always get asked what cameras I use to photograph weddings on analogue film so here’s what’s in my bag:
35mm cameras:
– Pentax MX
– Canon eos 1V
– Canon eos 3
– Canon eos 33v
– Canon Autoboy 2 point and shoot
Medium Format:
– Pentax 645n
– Holga
Super 8:
Canon 318M
Which cameras I use depends on the venue and the flow of the day. I typically use 1 digital camera (with a back up on site) and 2-3 film cameras. Usually 2 x 35mm and my Pentax 645 for portraits and details.


EDINBURGH WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
Based in Edinburgh, Scotland. I capture wedding and elopement photography worldwide.
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