Editorial
Wedding & Elopement Photography
across Edinburgh, East Lothian and Scotland
Weddings & Elopements with Solen
I offer editorial wedding & elopement photography in Edinburgh, East Lothian and across Scotland for couples seeking imagery that feels candid, artful, JOYFUL, emotionally grounded and visually intentional.
With a growing focus on intimate local celebrations, small intimate unique weddings and elopements, this work is designed for couples who value atmosphere, honest storytelling, beautiful light and imagery that feels more like memory than performance.
All commissions are photographed digitally, with the option to include analogue 35mm and medium format film for added softness, texture and a wee hint of romantic nostalgia.
Intimate weddings, local celebrations & slow ceremonies
The current focus is on small weddings and elopements in Edinburgh, East Lothian and surrounding Scotland. I offer various photographic coverage to suit your plans for the day and for super local celebrations, I can also assist with the design of the day through Edinburgh neighbourhood and city centre elopement (and tiny wedding) packages and a little off the beaten track East Lothian elopement package too. This is ideal for international couples and those planning from out of town, who’d love to experience the best local service from independent brands and creatives while here to feel truly at home in your celebrations.
Offering available forEdinburgh & East Lothian neighbourhood weddings
registry office weddings
tiny weddings
short celebrations
Edinburgh-based ceremonies
Offerings available for intimate wedding & elopement photography
micro weddings
elopements with multiple locations
couples wanting preparation + ceremony + portraits
Edinburgh & East Lothian neighbourhood weddings
registry office ceremonies & party after
weekday weddings
small-scale weddings
elopements
meaningful gatherings with fewer guests and more intention
A very small number of full-day weddings across Scotland are accepted each year.
These are reserved for couples whose celebrations feel aligned with the studio’s editorial, documentary and art-led approach. This is for couples who love analogue photography, joyful colourful celebrations, doing things their own way, ditching unhelpful traditions and throwing a shindig to remember.
Offerings available fordesign-conscious couples creating a unique ceremony day or weekend
all day creative celebrations on a smaller scale
relaxed timelines
visually rich venues and locations
couples with fun ideas for entertaining loved ones that need to be captured and cherished
Planning an elopement or intimate wedding in Central Scotland?
These are reserved for couples whose celebrations feel aligned with the studio’s editorial, documentary and art-led approach. This is for couples who love analogue photography, joyful colourful celebrations, doing things their own way, ditching unhelpful traditions and throwing a shindig to remember.
Explore Edinburgh & East Lothian elopement design & photography packages →
Offerings available forinternational couples looking to elope in and around Edinburgh
out of town couples planning small-scale weddings from afar and looking for local knowledge
visiting couples keen to marry in Scotland but avoid cliches and tourist traps
busy or overwhelmed couples who’d like some help designing a small intimate day that honours their neighbourhood and feels like date
those looking for permission to do things totally their own way and ditch all pre-conceived ideas of what a ‘wedding’ or ‘elopement’ should look and feel like
“The most amazing wedding photographer we could imagine!
Solen is kind, caring, thoughtful, artistic, and a real professional. She met with us beforehand to do a "practice" photoshoot, which was really fun and helped us understand her method and style.
The day of, she attended to our needs, hung out with us, got us items we needed. She strikes a perfect balance between a naturalistic and artistic style and getting those gorgeous, perfect shots you want for your wedding. Guests said she was kind and also that they hardly noticed she was there when she was taking photographs.
We couldn't be happier. We love our photos so much.”
-Zebib & Lindz
Explore all weddings & elopements resources
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Wedding Photography
More detailed general intel for couples planning weddings in Edinburgh, East Lothian and across Scotland.
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Edinburgh Elopement Packages
Head here to see the full service packages I can offer to elopers, alongside my supplier pals from The Elopement Society…ssssh, it’s a secret.
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Scottish Coastal Elopement Package
Something unique and off-the-beaten track for quiet lovers looking for secluded and simple celebrations by the sea - harbour towns, castle ruins, beaches, woodland and more on offer for your ceremony day.
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35mm Weddings & Elopements
I offer hybrid packages for all my wedding and elopement coverage, this is a link to a little more about my film photography.
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Elopement Planning
Established in 2020 as a way to support small independent local businesses and creatives as well as my elopers, The Elopement Society is a secret collaboration…Edinburgh and East Lothian elopement packages.
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Edinburgh & East Lothian Venues
Creative wedding and elopement spaces I love photographing in and around Edinburgh & East Lothian. Options include my favourite outdoor venues and historic spaces alongside local small independent neighbourhood venues.
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Wedding Photo Guides
What to expect from working with me. I’ve made a 3 part gallery blog showing the before, during and afters of full day wedding coverage to explain my process and how work is delivered.
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For International Elopers
For all out of town elopers, this page is dedicated to you, with links to useful logistical intel and info on how I can help to plan a full elopement (or tiny wedding) for you in and around Edinburgh with the best local suppliers.
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Elopement FAQs
Eloping in Scotland is different to anywhere else in the UK, this page has some useful intel and info links about how to begin planning your day and where/when & who can legally officiate.
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Wedding & Elopement photo portfolio
More wedding and elopement photography, a mix of digital and 35mm/medium format film shots
Wedding & Elopement Pricing
Select ceremonial commissions with an editorial eye
A limited number of weddings and elopements are photographed each year alongside brand, portraiture, and atelier work.
This allows each commission to be approached with intention, curiosity, and creative energy — creating imagery that feels personal, artful, and emotionally enduring.
If your plans feel intimate, relaxed, visually thoughtful, or slightly unconventional, this work may be a good fit.c
Solen Collet offers wedding and elopement photography in Edinburgh, East Lothian and across Scotland, specialising in intimate weddings, micro weddings, editorial elopements and hybrid digital + 35mm film photography.
Available for local celebrations, destination elopements and a limited number of full-day weddings for art-led couples.