Championing the camera-shy
Let’s be honest — being in front of a camera can feel cringe.
Awkward. Unnatural. Like you suddenly don’t know what to do with your hands or your face.
If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone. A huge number of my clients tell me they feel uncomfortable being photographed — whether it’s for their wedding, an elopement, or a branding session. The good news is this: feeling awkward at first doesn’t mean your photos won’t be beautiful.
In fact, some of my favourite images happen when we push past the cringe and lean into the moment.
Why I Offer 35mm Film for Local Brand Photography
Photography is not just about what something looks like, for me, it’s very much about how things feel.
How a brand lives in the hands of its maker. How light moves across texture. How time leaves its mark. This is why, when I photograph local brands or record promotional portraiture, I often return to 35mm and medium format film.
Commissions : Aetla At Away Industries - Gemma
More examples from a full day editorial and product shoot with the creative team at Aetla, shot at Away Industries in Leith.
Commissions : Aetla at Away Industries - Michael
We had a big old 8 hour play at Away Industries and it was great. The team at Aetla had so many great ideas so we just shot all day and I loved it. Jewellery brand commission work with the team at Aetla, shot at Away Industries in Leith, featuring jewellery by Grainne Morton, Ellis Mhairi Cameron, Fraser Hamilton and more.
Event : Woven Whisky + Ellis Mhairi Cameron + Aetla
I loved shooting this whisky tasting event with Woven Whisky and Ellis Mhairi Cameron at Aetla.
Commissions : Tiera Jewellery
A brand photography commission from celebrated Edinburgh ceramicist, Jay Frazer. This is a new project, Tiera Jewellery.
Event : Alison MacLeod + Aetla
THANK YOU Alison MacLeod for asking me along to photograph the 20th anniversary party for her beautiful jewellery business, hosted by Aetla.
Aetla kind of adopted me this summer, we worked together on several events in the store along with a brand commission and editorial shoot. I’ve loved working with their super creative wee team so here’s to more coming soon-ish.
Commissions : Rowanjoy Bridalwear
Digital photography brand commission for Rowanjoy. Rowanjoy bridal is an Edinburgh based bespoke and made to measure bridal designer. From her studio in Leith, Rowan creates unique, special dresses and bridal outfits for brides who are looking for something that little bit different for their wedding day
Editorial : Haar Bridal
A collaborative shoot with Aetla Jewellery and Those Were The Days Bridal. Shot on location in Portobello.
