As Amy and Calum’s Greyfriars Kirk and The Caledonian Hotel wedding photographers, we’re honoured to share our favourite photos from their magnificent Greyfriars Kirk marriage ceremony and The Caledonian Edinburgh reception.
Amy and Calum’s day was a joyous occasion of tradition and style.
They shared and celebrated their special day with more than one hundred dearest friends and family who gathered to be part of their special day.
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Amy and CalumWe absolutely loved having Jonathon and Claire shoot our wedding.We absolutely loved having Jonathon and Claire shoot our wedding. From the planning to the big day we felt totally totally listened to and supported. Jonathon and Claire were able to make suggestions without being pushy and when it came to capturing the ceremony and reception they were very unobtrusive. Would highly recommend.
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Greyfriars Kirk and The Caledonian Edinburgh wedding photographers images
Here are some of our favourite photographs as Amy and Calum’s Caledonian Hotel wedding photographer.
Bridal preparations at The Caledonian Edinburgh
Our Caledonian Hotel wedding photographer coverage of Amy and Calum’s wonderful day started with Amy’s bridal preparations at The Caledonian Edinburgh, where Amy was getting ready.
Amy, her bridesmaids and mum Carol were calm and relaxed as they got ready in one of the hotel’s fabulous suites.
I took candid photos as the girls enjoyed a glass of Buck’s Fizz while they sat for hair and makeup by City Brides.
Jonathon took detailed photos of Amy’s beautiful dress, designed by Jesus Piero from The Bridal Boutique in Warwickshire, her shoes, jewellery and the bridal bouquets by Narcissus.
Ceremony at Greyfriars Kirk
Leaving the girls, we made the short journey to Greyfriars Kirk, where our groom, Calum and his two best men were waiting to meet and greet guests.
Calum looked very handsome in his fantastic highland kilt outfit from Kinloch Anderson.
Our groom was relaxed and cheerful as he greeted guests, and the excitement for the day grew stronger.
Greyfriars Kirk sits proudly in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town.
Its history dates back to 1620 and includes the heartwarming tale of John Gray and his Skye Terrier Bobby.
The Kirk attracts many tourists to the city, so we were sure our bride and groom would get lots of attention!
Amy’s Mum and bridesmaids arrived at the church in an Ecosse Classic Cars vintage black Beardmore taxi, complete with old suitcases and white ribbon.
The girls looked beautiful in emerald green bridesmaid dresses as we got them to pose for photos.
Amy looked absolutely beautiful, smiling through the window of her classic Mark 2 Jaguar car. Jonathon jumped in the car to photograph Amy with her Dad.
Amy walked down the aisle with the biggest smile on her face. She looked radiant as she walked arm in arm with her proud Dad and made her way to Calum.
Amy and Calum had a lovely Church of Scotland marriage ceremony taken by Minister Rev. Dr Richard Frazer.
Their ceremony lasted an hour and was filled with hymns, prayer, beautiful readings, the exchange of marriage vows, and, most importantly, love.
With all legal formalities concluded and the marriage schedule signed, our happy couple kissed and then walked down the aisle as husband and wife.
Guests clapped and cheered their congratulations as our newlyweds made their way outside the church.
Confetti shower
Jonathon and I captured lovely photos of the newlyweds as their guests congratulated them.
Then, we asked all the guests to take their position for the confetti shower.
With the biggest of smiles, Amy and Calum walked through their confetti ‘tunnel’.
As a beautiful soft flurry of confetti showered over them, the church bells rang in jubilation!
We love a confetti shower.
Our top tip as a Caledonian Hotel wedding photographer, if you plan on having one on your big day, is to bring way more confetti than you think you’ll need!
What’s the saying? Go large or go home? The more confetti, the better!
It makes for beautiful photographs and happy memories.
Photoshoot at Greyfriars Kirkyard
It was a gorgeous day.
I took candid photos of guests mingling in the afternoon sunshine while Jonathon took group photos with the bride and groom in front of the church.
Later, once all the guests had departed by private coach for the Caledonian Hotel, Amy and Calum had their newlywed photoshoot on the grounds of the Greyfriars Kirkyard.
Celebration at The Caledonian Edinburgh
What a joy to return as the official photographer at The Caledonian Edinburgh.
Welcomed by the skirl of the bagpipes by Pipe Major Iain Grant, guests made their way to the Castle Lounge champagne drinks reception.
Champagne flutes were filled, and delicious canapes were served, including chocolate-dipped strawberries dressed in their very own bride and groom outfits!
The mellow sounds of the piano made the atmosphere warm and romantic.
Amy and Calum are now back at the hotel, and more group photographs of the happy couple were taken at the bottom of the grand staircase.
Speeches and dinner in the Castle Suite
A call for dinner was made by toastmaster Patrick J. Hayes of The National Association of Toastmasters.
Guests entered the stunning Castle Suite, where they enjoyed a delicious meal.
Heartfelt speeches were followed by Amy’s Dad, Calum, and his best men, as Jonathon and I captured all the emotions and reactions on camera.
Amy and Calum’s gorgeous personal touches made the Castle Suite feel even more special.
The little details that brought together Amy and Calum’s personalities, professions, and unique love story were beautiful.
Calum made the most beautiful floral table centrepieces sitting on a stack of books.
This nods to Amy’s English literature study and Calum’s horticulture background.
There were favour gifts of miniature bottles of gin in delicious flavours and pencils with a small seed capsule holding a variety of herbs for guests to take home and watch grow.
Later on, family and guests adjourned to the lounge area as the Castle Suite was turned around for the evening celebration and reception.
Dancing in the Castle Suite
Amy and Calum cut their beautiful cake by 3D Cakes and then took to the dance floor for their first dance as husband and wife.
Amy and her Dad had a wonderful dance, and it was such a crowd-pleaser!
The Jiggers ceilidh band provided excellent evening entertainment and had all the guests on the dance floor having great fun.
It was the perfect ending to our day as Amy and Calum’s Caledonian Hotel Edinburgh wedding photographers.