Posts tagged Scottish Elopement
A Very Cold But Incredible Winter Elopement at Glencoe
A Very Cold But Incredible Winter Elopement at Glencoe

I had the pleasure of photographing Fiona & Matt’s amazing winter elopement at Glencoe. They drove over from Ireland for their own wee Scottish adventure. It was cold… very cold, but that didn’t stop them from embracing the chill and exploring the hills and valleys. They had a beautiful woodland ceremony at Lochan followed by some exploring around some of Glencoe’s finest locations. It was a privilege to act as one of the witnesses and to spend the day with such a lovely couple. Here are a few pictures from their awesome day.

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A Fairy Tale Affair: Capturing Love at Kilmartin Castle, Scotland
A Fairy Tale Affair: Capturing Love at Kilmartin Castle, Scotland

Nestled in the heart of the mystical Scottish countryside, Kilmartin Castle stands as a testament to both history and romance. Recently, I had the honour of photographing an intimate vow renewal at this enchanting castle. Vanessa & Andreas came to Scotland from their native Germant, accompanied by their precious daughter. They chose Kilmartin Castle for its rich history, breathtaking surroundings, and its unique allure for small weddings and elopements.

Kilmartin Castle, dating back to the 16th century, is steeped in Scottish history. Originally built as a stronghold, the castle has witnessed centuries of change, from turbulent times to peaceful eras. In recent years, the castle underwent a meticulous renovation, preserving its historic charm while incorporating modern comforts.

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Love at the Summit: A Romantic Mountain Wedding in Torridon, Scotland
Love at the Summit: A Romantic Mountain Wedding in Torridon, Scotland

Nestled amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Torridon, Scotland, a couple from the heart of North Carolina embarked on an extraordinary journey to exchange their vows atop a majestic mountain.

For Morgan & Trenton, the decision to travel across the Atlantic from North Carolina to Torridon was driven by a shared love for adventure and the desire to celebrate their commitment in a place of unparalleled beauty. Torridon, with its rugged mountains, tranquil lochs, and untamed wilderness, provided the perfect canvas for their love story to unfold.

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Photographing Love, Mountains, Dogs and Yellow Shoes: An Elopement in Glencoe at Lochan
Photographing Love, Mountains, Dogs and Yellow Shoes: An Elopement in Glencoe at Lochan

Jade and Alistair are such an awesome couple. I had such a great laugh spending the day with them exploring such a beautiful part of Scotland on their wedding day.

Nestled in the breathtaking landscapes of Glencoe, where the ancient mountains whisper tales of romance, I recently had the honour of photographing an elopement that was nothing short of magical. This intimate celebration unfolded at the serene Lochan, where an adventurous Australian bride and her groom, adorned with awesome yellow shoes, pledged their love surrounded by the majestic beauty of the Scottish Highlands. To add to the charm, their loyal four-legged companion joined the celebration, making it a day filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments.

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The Ultimate Guide to Scottish Elopements
The Ultimate Guide to Scottish Elopements

I’ve been photographing elopements all over Scotland for around 10 years now, so I thought that it would be a good idea to create an ultimate guide for those of you that are considering eloping to Scotland for an intimate wedding celebration.

I’ve included lots of (hopefully) useful information on… Where to start? Where to stay? What to wear? Where to fly to? Who will marry us? What’s a first look/reveal? Who will do my makeup? How long will it take? Do we need to drive… and loads more little nuggets of wisdom.

If there’s something that I haven’t covered in my guide and you’ve still got some questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch. I’d be more than happy to help you out.

So strap on your hiking boots, grab some whisky and let me take you on a tour of the Scottish Highlands, Islands and everywhere in between.

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Whisked Away in Romance: A Scottish Elopement at The Torridon, Scotland
Whisked Away in Romance: A Scottish Elopement at The Torridon, Scotland

Torridon is a breathtaking location to get married. Eloping to the highlands of Scotland is such a special and unique experience and photographing a couples wedding journey is the best thing about my job. I love nothing more than wondering the wilderness and naturally capturing a couples love amongst the Scottish mountains, lochs and wilderness. The best thing about being a Scottish photographer

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Capturing Love in a Winter Wonderland: A Tale of a Magical Wedding at Sligachan and the Quiraing, Isle of Skye
Capturing Love in a Winter Wonderland: A Tale of a Magical Wedding at Sligachan and the Quiraing, Isle of Skye

Photographing a winter wedding at Sligachan and the Quiraing was not just about capturing moments; it was about weaving a visual tale of love against the backdrop of one of Scotland's most enchanting landscapes. As a witness to this magical celebration, I can attest that love, when paired with the charm of winter in Skye, creates a tapestry of memories that will be cherished for a lifetime.

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2023 Wedding Photography Review
2023 Wedding Photography Review

What an incredible year to be a Scottish wedding photographer. This blog features my best and favourite images from 2023 and what an amazing year it has been. I’ve photographed dozens of very memorable elopements and weddings throughout Scotland. From wild elopements in the Highlands and Islands to be big barn stomping rustic parties, lavish hotel celebrations and historic Scottish castle weddings… this year has had it all.

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See you '22 - End of Year Photography Review
See you '22 - End of Year Photography Review

A selection of the best images from my most recent year as a Scottish wedding photographer. Ranging from highland and island elopements, rustic barns, historic Scottish castles, beaches, woodlands, mountains and traditional hotel weddings throughout Scotland. It feels like I was everywhere in 2022. No matter the location, it’s all about capturing the joy, the atmosphere and the personalities that shape any given wedding day.

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Let's Talk Candidly
Let's Talk Candidly

A selection of wedding photographs showing the most natural and candid pictures from 2022. The best pictures are always the ones captured when I’m blending into the background and anticipating moments, like a laughter snipper. The majority of the images that I provide in a wedding gallery are these moments, where brides, grooms and all of their guests personalities shine.

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Laters 2021... you filthy beautiful beast of a year!
Laters 2021... you filthy beautiful beast of a year!

2021 was the busiest, craziest and most creatively rewarding year I’ve had since starting my journey as a wedding photographer almost 10 years ago. Check out this blog to take a look at the story of my year in wedding photography in Scotland. If you’re looking to get married in Scotland or elope to the highlands, this might provide you with a little inspiration.

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Scottish Elopement Photography Five Star Review
Scottish Elopement Photography Five Star Review

Blog post featuring a beautiful elopement at Lodge on Loch Goil. Argyll, Scotland. Five star photography review and the story of an amazing couple who decided to ditch their big wedding plans and travel up from England for a special intimate celebration at one of Scotland’s most impressive wedding venues.

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2020 Wedding Photography Review
2020 Wedding Photography Review

A year in review by Glasgow based wedding photographer, David Grant Simpson. Check this out to view a wide range of wedding photography from small family weddings, intimate elopements in the Scottish Highlands and Islands and some big pre-covid weddings from earlier in 2020.

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Five Star Review at a Five Star Venue
Five Star Review at a Five Star Venue

Wedding photographs from an intimate family elopement at a 5 five star exclusive use Scottish venue located on the beautiful Loch Goil, Argyll and Bute. This small and intimate family wedding was shot in October 2020 during Covid-19 restrictions. Beautiful autumn colours, incredible natural light and a wonderful family made this one hell of a wedding. Also includes a overwhelming 5 star photography review.

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Scottish Elopements and Small Weddings : A guide for the roamers, explorers and lovers.
Scottish Elopements and Small Weddings : A guide for the roamers, explorers and lovers.

A selection of images from my elopement portfolio. Scottish elopements are my favourite shoots. Whether your destination is Isle of Skye, Glen Coe, Isle of Mull, Isle of Lewis or anywhere else in the Scottish Highlands and Islands, I'll be excited to hear from you. I love mountains, I love the wilderness and I love couples that share the same spirit of adventure.

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Scottish Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies
Scottish Outdoor Wedding Ceremonies

The current restrictions on weddings here in Scotland has really made me reminisce about all of the amazing small outdoor wedding ceremonies that I have photographed throughout the years. There’s something about strapping on my hiking boots, throwing my cameras over my shoulder and rambling into the Scottish wilderness with likeminded people that really speaks to me. Check this out if you’re considering a small wedding or elopement.

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