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A few 35mm and 120 film favourites from May & Sam’s incredible day at @rcpevenue ✨it was such an joy to have it featured in print and digital on @tietheknotscotland

These two have the most romantic story: they met on an oyster farm in Japan (I mean… come on! How perfect is that?). Their wedding was a beautiful blend of cultures, travel, and love, with family and friends joining them from Japan, the USA, and across the UK to celebrate in the heart of Edinburgh.

A day full of elegance, connection, and so much joy… and this is just a tiny glimpse of it. The film photos just capture the energy of the day so perfectly 🎞️

Thank you to @southsun for being the most amazing film lab.

DREAM TEAM
Photographer: @loraineross (me)
Venue: @rcpevenue
Dress + Veil: @rolling_in_roses

Suit: @beggarsrun

Florals: @pollination_flowers
Shoes and accessories: @betseyjohnson
Hair and makeup Moni Tan, Olympia Artistry

Caterer: @saltirehospitality
Cake: @keiki_bakery

Strings: Scotia Strings

Dj: DJ Otiks

All drama, all romance… exactly how I love it.

There’s something about black & white film that strips everything back to feeling. No distractions, just light, shadow, connection. The way it holds emotion feels closer to memory than reality. I was photographing a lot of these at like 1/30th and there’s something about the emotion of a slow shutter speed on b&w film the digital just capture.

And these two… Kitty & Rene are completely magnetic together and like something out of my creative dream world.

Shot on medium format 400TX and 35mm HP5, both pushed +2 for that extra grit, contrast and mood I’ll never get tired of.

Workshop host @elevate_workshops
Design, concept and styling @storiesof_events
Models: @kittyvalius @renevalius
Florist @emmacoxfloristry
Venue @themountwithout_events
Stationery @lucymcspiritdesign
Gowns and accessories @jeanjacksoncouture
Hair and makeup @daniellamakeuphair
Tableware @chateaunoireventhire
Cakes @theorchidkitchen

A few of the film frames from Lizzie & Ewan’s sun-soaked wedding last May at Guardswell Farm ✨🎞️

There’s something about seeing the day through the soft grain and rich tones of 35mm and medium format film that just feels right. The warm, intentional, full of love and thought and unfiltered joy.

They brought their people together from Scotland, Switzerland and Australia for a celebration that was all heart. Secondhand treasures, seasonal sharing food, wildflowers everywhere, and a ceilidh that had everyone spinning around on the dance floor (I’m so obsessed their first dance song, “Take My Hand” by @skerryvore )

It was one of those days that leaves a mark. Honest, joyful, and filled with the kind of magic that film captures so beautifully.

Dream team magic:
Photography: @loraineross (me)
Venue: @guardswellfarm
Celebrant: @catherinesimpson_celebrant
Flowers: @tassflorals
Dress: @andrea_hawkes_bridal
Makeup: @clairenisbetbridal
Hair: @theweddingenergyedit
Catering: @stocksevents
Decor & prop hire: @fiftysixevents
Band: @grouseceilidhband

Obsessed with how these came back from the lab 🎞️

Romantic, candlelit, a little bit moody, a little bit dramatic. Exactly the kind of light and feeling I’ll chase forever. The way the glow from the candles, the light and shadows, the texture in the walls, the richness of the tones… this is why I love film so much.

Captured on a mix of 35mm and medium format at the beautiful @elevate_workshops at @themountwithout_events last month. Film just feels different. ✨

DREAM TEAM
Workshop host @elevate_workshops
Design, concept and styling @storiesof_events
Florist @emmacoxfloristry
Venue @themountwithout_events
Stationery @lucymcspiritdesign
Tableware @chateaunoireventhire
Cakes @theorchidkitchen

A magical day in Glencoe last October with Rachel & Gregor ✨ #onfilm

The most beautiful golden light across the hills. The soft, hazy warmth that feels almost unreal.

Rachel & Gregor were absolute naturals, relaxed, laughing, completely lost in the moment and such an effortless and natural day that highlighted their love and connection

All captured on film, because days (and light) like this deserve to be remembered in the most timeless way 🎞️

I still have some limited elopement availability for 2026 and my books are open for 2027.

Shot on: Bronica RF645 with 65mm lens with Kodak Gold (pushed to 400), portra 800 & Kodak 400TX
Canon 1V with 35mm F1.4 L & Sigma Art 50mm f14 with HP5 (pushed to 1600) & portra 400

Celebrant: @catherinesimpson_celebrant
Flowers: @wild_flower_workshop

Some film frames from my last wedding of 2025 ✨

Holly & Gordon wrapped up the year with the most gorgeous pre-Christmas celebration at @pratisbarns , complete with that soft winter light that feels extra special at this time of year.

They told me early on:
“Gordon’s parents moved to St Andrews in 2020 and we’ve both really enjoyed relaxing weekends by the coast, so we always knew we’d get married there. We’re hoping for warm, festive vibes.”

And wow, did they deliver. A laid-back, joy-filled day with a Santa’s grotto, vinyl DJ, piano player, and more negronis than I could count. Plus an epic first dance song with Texas – Inner Smile. Festive, fun, and completely them.

For this day I used 35mm film (Portra 800 & Illford HP5) and pushed for the low light. I used slow shutter speeds and more open aperture to capture the warm glow and feeling of the day.

DREAM TEAM
Venue & decor: @pratisbarns
Second photographer: @martinmclellanphoto
Videographer: Sam @mirrorboxphoto
Celebrant: @yvonnehannahcelebrant
Dress – @jennyyoonyc

Makeup – @jacquelynmcpheemakeup

Hair – @claireadamsonbridal

DJ Luke

Piano – ‘Piano Animal’ Michael Moore @michaelgmoorethepianoanimal
Film dev and scan: @gulabiphoto

I genuinely cannot believe I’ve not shared Emma & Stuart’s gorgeous day at The Edinburgh Grand and Lady Libertine from last September.

An intimate, city-centre celebration with vintage glamour woven through every detail. Emma’s dress giving full Grace Kelly energy. Stuart’s tartan trews. And of course… Shuggie, their very good boy, absolutely stealing the show.

It was one of those days that felt cinematic from start to finish. Soft window light, glossy marble floors, rich wood interiors, cobbled streets, and that perfect mix of old-school elegance and modern edge.

Captured on a blend of film and digital, with a few digital frames using my film camera flash for that punchy, nostalgic glow. I don’t often share much digital work on here, but for anyone curious about how I combine the two… this is the vibe.

My aim is always cohesion. I use similar focal lengths and shoot with the same intentionality. My digital editing stays timeless and true-to-life so it sits seamlessly alongside the film scans. No harsh trends. No heavy presets. Just consistency, texture and light.

Because whether it’s analogue or digital, what matters most is the feeling.

Emma & Stuart, your day was pure magic. And Shuggie, you win best supporting actor. 🖤

DREAM TEAM
Venue: @theedinburghgrand & @lady_libertine_
Photographer: @loraineross (me)
Makeup: @brookeliliasmakeup
Hair: @rosheenwarnockbridalhair
Violin: @andreajardineviolin
Dog Chaperone: @thedogladyx
Cake & Favours: @the_pastrysection
Dress: @chosenbykyha from @marrime_bridalwear
Suit: @andrewbrookestailoring
Stationary & Signage: @foreverpaperco
Flowers: @mudurbanflowers @mudweddings
Shoes: @loefflerrandall
Jewellery: @lilyandrooldn

Kenzie and Tyler in St. Andrews ✨🎞️ Swipe for the proposal!

The most stylish pair of school sweethearts who have been together for 13 years!!!! Tyler chose West Sands beach to propose to Kenzie, having visited St. Andrews together it felt like the perfect spot.

I still have some limited 2026 availability for weddings, elopements and couple photoshoots! Get in touch to book!

Captured artfully on 35mm film & digital ✨
Dev & scan of film by @southsun

Soooooo buzzing that I’ve been named one of the Top 50 UK Wedding Photographers for 2026!!!!! Still in shock, delighted, over the moon, dancing around the house! Thank you @professional_photo_mag @stylecloud.co

I’ve never really felt like I “fit” neatly into the wedding industry. I’ve always done things my own way. A love of film photography, old movies, vintage clothes, music, art, texture, mood, romance plus a bit of chaos, and a lot of heart.

I didn’t come up through a traditional path, and I’ve never tried to make work that looks like everyone else’s. I just followed what felt true to me and somehow along the way found the most wonderful couples who got it.

One of my biggest values as a photographer has always been this: I want my couples to feel celebrated, safe, and comfortable enough to be vulnerable in front of my camera. You don’t need to perform. You don’t need to pose perfectly. You get to just be yourselves.

From learning photography in the darkroom at high school, to shooting my first wedding back in 2009, to falling back in love with film and building a business around story, feeling and connection… this has always been about people first, aesthetics second.

So yeah. Very grateful. Very emotional. Very proud of this slightly crazy, analogue hearted, doing it my own way journey.

And to every couple who’s trusted me with their story, thank you. I love you. Truly.

Still not over this day at the incredible @themountwithout_events ✨

Ethereal, vintage wedding inspiration with a little nod to Wuthering Heights… all candlelight, stained glass, soft shadows and dramatic textures. Basically my dream brief.

These images are all from a roll of Candido 800T (tungsten-balanced cinematography film) and honestly… I’m a bit obsessed. It’s made for moody, low-light, cinematic scenes, and this space was begging for it. Warm candles, cool window light, deep shadows, glowing highlights, it’s exactly the kind of atmosphere this film loves.

I also shot across some other 35mm and medium format film. I cannot wait to see how the rest of the rolls come back. You already know film is where my heart lives, especially when the light is doing something this magical.

If your wedding dreams live somewhere between old paintings, vintage glamour, candlelight, and windswept, slightly gothic romance… we’re probably a very good match 🖤

DREAM TEAM
Workshop host @elevate_workshops
Design, concept and styling @storiesof_events
Florist @emmacoxfloristry
Venue @themountwithout_events
Stationery @lucymcspiritdesign
Gowns and accessories @jeanjacksoncouture
Hair and makeup @daniellamakeuphair
Tableware @chateaunoireventhire
Cakes @theorchidkitchen
Models: @kittyvalius & @renevalius

Film lab: @gulabiphoto

Still not over this gorgeous day in Bristol at the incredible @themountwithout_events organised by @elevate_workshops

Ethereal, vintage wedding inspiration with a little nod to Wuthering Heights and fairytale romance, all my my favourite things. Soft light, dramatic textures and that moody, romantic atmosphere I’ll never get tired of.

These are the digital frames (I know I normally only share film here) but they were too beautiful not to share.

I also shot 9 rolls of film across 35mm and medium format, and I cannot wait to see how the film scans turn out. You already know that’s where my heart lives.

If your wedding dreams live somewhere between vintage, old paintings, candlelight, and windswept romance… we’re probably a very good match 🖤

DREAM TEAM
Workshop host @elevate_workshops
Design, concept and styling @storiesof_events
Florist @emmacoxfloristry
Venue @themountwithout_events
Stationery @lucymcspiritdesign
Gowns and accessories @jeanjacksoncouture
Hair and makeup @daniellamakeuphair
Tableware @chateaunoireventhire
Cakes @theorchidkitchen
Couple: @kittyvalius & @renevalius