Relaxed, natural wedding photography across the Scottish Borders, Edinburgh and the Lothians
Your wedding photographs should feel like your day…
Your wedding isn’t a photoshoot — it’s a day full of real moments, real emotion and the people who matter most.
Hi, I’m Graeme, a Scottish Borders wedding photographer based in Hawick. I’ve been photographing weddings professionally for fourteen years (and first picked up a camera at the age of seven, so it’s fair to say it’s in my blood). My approach is simple: capture your story as it naturally unfolds, with just enough gentle guidance when you need it.
The result is a set of photographs that feel genuine, emotional and completely you — never stiff, never forced.
Your photography experience is simple and stress-free:
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Get in touch — tell me about your wedding, your family, or your ideas.
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Enjoy your session — relaxed, natural, and full of laughter.
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Cherish your images — beautiful, lasting photographs you’ll treasure for life.
When you look at your photographs, you’ll feel the moment all over again. That’s what I love most — creating natural, fine-art photography that captures emotion, personality, and the true spirit of your story.
Every session is unique — whether it’s a countryside wedding in the Scottish Borders, an elopement in Edinburgh, or a quiet family portrait at home. My goal is always the same: to give you images you’ll be proud to share and proud to display.
Relaxed photography, without the awkwardness
Most couples tell me the same thing — they don’t want to spend hours posing or worrying about what to do in front of the camera.
So I keep things relaxed. I capture moments as they happen, step in when needed for portraits and group shots, and make sure nothing ever takes over your day. You get natural storytelling and beautiful portraits, without it feeling like hard work.
If you’re after a Borders wedding photographer who feels more like a friend with a camera than a stranger barking orders, you’re in the right place.
A photographer who knows your venue
Being right in the heart of the Scottish Borders means I know the area’s venues and landscapes inside out. Over the years I’ve photographed weddings at Branxholm Park House, Ednam House Hotel in Kelso, Dryburgh Abbey, the Philipburn House Hotel in Selkirk and Mansfield House Hotel here in Hawick — among many others.
While the Borders is home, I regularly travel for weddings across Edinburgh, the Lothians and Northumberland, and I’m happy to go further afield too. (Travel costs apply, with accommodation for longer distances — I’ll always agree the details with you upfront.)
Your Day, Your Way
— in 3 simple steps
- Let’s have a chat — a relaxed conversation about your plans and what matters most to you.
- Tailor your coverage — choose the coverage that suits your day, plus any albums or extras.
- Enjoy your day — celebrate fully while I capture your story naturally.
What’s included
I don’t force you into rigid packages — you choose the coverage that suits your day.
Half day — from £895
Ideal for smaller celebrations, or for capturing your ceremony and the heart of the day.
Full day — £1,245
Full coverage from the morning preparations through to the dancing. This is for the photography itself.
Every wedding includes:
- A complimentary engagement shoot, so you’re relaxed and camera-confident before the big day
- All your images on USB, beautifully presented
- A private online gallery to share with friends and family
- A four-to-six week turnaround, so you’re not waiting months to relive your day
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Beautiful albums & keepsakes
Your photographs deserve to be held, not just scrolled. Your album isn’t just a collection of photos — it’s your first family heirloom, something you’ll share with your children and grandchildren.
I offer professional, handcrafted wedding albums as an upgrade, available in 8×8, 10×10 and 12×12, each in its own bespoke presentation case. Matching parent albums are available too, so both families can treasure the day. A smartphone gallery app is also available as an optional upgrade, making it effortless to view and share your favourites wherever you are.
I also offer other wedding keepsakes, such as a personalised signing board — just let me know what you have in mind.
Don’t risk missing the moments
You’d be surprised how often I hear “my uncle is going to take the photos.” It sounds fine at the time, but too often the key moments get missed, or the images just don’t live up to what the day deserved.
Choosing an experienced wedding photographer gives you peace of mind: you’ll know your memories are safe and your story is told beautifully.
Why couples choose me
- Fourteen years’ experience photographing weddings, with a lifetime behind the lens
- Award-winning: I hold the Licentiateship of the Royal Photographic Society (LRPS) and two Awards of Merit from the Master Photographers Association — one for portraiture and one for a wedding image
- A local who knows the venues — a true Scottish Borders wedding photographer, not someone travelling in for the day
- A relaxed, friendly approach that puts even the camera-shy at ease
- Flexible coverage tailored to your plans, with albums and keepsakes to follow
Let’s talk about your wedding
Your wedding day will pass in a blur — between the excitement, the nerves and the laughter, those little moments are easy to lose. You deserve natural, timeless images that tell your story properly.
The best way to know if we’re a good fit is simply to talk. Give me a call for a wee chat about your day — no pressure, no hard sell, just a friendly conversation about what you’re after.
📞 07534 209607 73b High Street, Hawick, Scottish Borders, TD9 9BP
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Frequently asked questions
Where are you based?
I’m based in Hawick in the heart of the Scottish Borders, and I regularly photograph weddings across the Borders, Edinburgh, the Lothians and Northumberland.
How much does wedding photography cost?
My half-day coverage starts from £895 and a full day is £1,245 for the photography. Albums, parent albums and other keepsakes can be added on top. Get in touch and I’ll talk you through the options.
H3: How far in advance should we book?
Most couples book 12–18 months ahead, especially for popular dates — but it’s always worth asking, as I do sometimes have shorter-notice availability.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes — I’ll travel anywhere for the right wedding. Travel costs apply, and for longer distances accommodation may be needed, but I’ll always agree everything with you upfront.
What’s your photography style?
Relaxed, natural and story-led. I focus on the real moments of your day, with gentle guidance where you need it, so your photographs feel genuine rather than staged. I feel I’m there to capture and record the day, not get in the way of it!
Can we choose our coverage?
Yes. My “Your Day, Your Way” approach means everything is flexible — from a shorter celebration to full-day storytelling.
How long until I get my photos?
I aim to have your images ready within four to six weeks of your wedding.
Do I get an album?
All photography comes with your images on USB and a private online gallery. Beautiful handcrafted albums (8×8, 10×10 and 12×12, each in a bespoke case) are available as an upgrade, along with matching parent albums and an optional smartphone gallery app.
“Lets Chat” –
Why not give me a call and we can have a wee chat, my phone number is 0753 420 9607
A shoot with me is fun, relaxed, sometimes staged and traditional or spontaneous and modern. Whichever is your style, I will make sure they are beautiful photographs to treasure forever.