Wedding Advice Hub

Getting married in Edinburgh (or anywhere in Scotland)? You’re in the right place. Since 2006, we’ve photographed and filmed 700+ weddings, and we’ve poured our best tips, guides and no‑fluff advice into one handy wedding advice hub. Bookmark this page and raid it whenever you need calm, clarity or a kick of inspiration.

Choosing your photographer & videographer

• How to choose a wedding photographer — A straight‑talking guide to finding your perfect fit, not just the cheapest quote.
• 60 Questions to ask a wedding photographer — The ultimate checklist so you walk into meetings confident and clued‑up.
• Edinburgh wedding videography Guide — Styles, booking tips, what’s included and how to get a film you’ll actually rewatch.
• How to personalise your wedding video with music & titles — Make the edit feel uniquely yours.

Ceremony, etiquette & guest‑proofing

• Unplugged wedding ceremony: should you do it? — Keep guests present and your aisle photos clear of iPads.
• Why have a reading during your ceremony? — Set the tone with words that feel like you.
• Confetti at weddings in Edinburgh — Types, venue rules and pro tips for that epic confetti shot.
• Hiring a social media content creator — Honest pros, cons and alternatives.

Venues & beautiful locations

• Best Edinburgh Wedding Venues — Our curated roundup with notes from the camera side.
• Edinburgh City Chambers Weddings — Guide — Pricing pointers, photos, and the insider low‑down from the recommended team.
• Edinburgh’s most Instagrammable locations — Picture‑perfect spots for portraits and engagement sessions.

Elopements & micro‑weddings

• Edinburgh Elopement Guide — Planning, permits, locations and timelines.
• Micro‑Wedding Guide: Edinburgh City Chambers — Big feels, small guest list. Logistics made simple.

Engagement shoots

• Engagement photos — why book a session? — Shake the camera shyness and get gorgeous pre‑wedding photos.

Albums, prints & keepsakes

• Design a wedding album — how to choose your photos — Three easy methods to curate a story you’ll love.
• Wedding photo albums — handmade luxury storybooks — Sizes, covers, prices and FAQs.
• Why you should get prints — Your future self will thank you. Here’s why prints still matter in 2025.

Inspiration & behind the scenes Wedding Advice

• The benefits of documentary‑style photography — Real moments, not stiff poses. Here’s why it matters.
• Two photographers at your wedding? — When a second shooter is worth it (and when it isn’t).
• The most popular wedding photo of the year in Scotland — The story behind an iconic shot.

FAQs & next steps

Where should I start? Try our How to Choose a Photographer guide, then skim the 60 Questions list before you book a chat.

Do we really need two photographers? Not always. Read our Two Photographers guide to see when it’s a smart upgrade.

Is an unplugged ceremony worth it? Usually, yes — for attention, atmosphere and clean aisle photos. See our Unplugged Ceremony advice.

Want help planning portraits or timelines? Ping us — we’ll happily provide wedding advice based on your venue and season.

Keep exploring for More Wedding Advice

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