About Me

Making Scottish Adventures Approachable

I’m Natalia, an elopement photographer from Edinburgh to Isle of Skye. I use photography as an art form — reflecting honest connections and unique moments that channel the mystery of Scotland.
Ultimately, I’m all about taking photographs that remain true to this landscape’s charm, while focusing on what makes your story unlike anything else. And honestly, I can’t think of a better duo (except maybe chips — or as you might call them, french fries — and mayonnaise).
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Elopement Photographer in Edinburgh

Lover of Moody Weather & a Scot at Heart

I’ve called Scotland home for the last five years, and I’ve soaked up every little detail since the first time I stepped foot on these grounds. Only a few days after arriving, it felt like I was where I belonged, walking on ancient cobblestone streets and wishing the rain would never stop.

So if you feel a natural pull towards this country’s mystifying beauty, you’re not on the wrong track. This landscape has an ability to make you feel really present with yourself, and with those around you.

Here, it’s like this magical surrounding just makes any great story sparkle even more (you’ll know exactly what I  mean when you get here).

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BECOMING AN ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER IN EDINBURGH

My story starts where I was born — the Masurian Lake District in Poland — a region that’s deeply connected to who I am. After earning a degree in Italian studies (which, yes, means pineapple on pizza is a sin) and international relations, I spent nearly a decade in the corporate world. But my kind of creativity didn’t exactly thrive in boardrooms, and I quickly realised that kind of life wasn’t for me. It wasn’t where I belonged (not even for a second, to be honest).

When I turned towards photography and discovered Scotland as my home, I felt wholly and wholeheartedly happy – with my camera in one hand and a one-way ticket to Scotland in the other, seeking mysterious, open landscapes and the inspiration they bring. Scotland welcomed me, and I haven’t looked back.

And since then, I’ve captured over 250 elopements — my favorite part being the one-on-one moments with couples, brainstorming ideas, and helping them plan their perfect day.

These days, you’ll find me in Edinburgh, where I’ve planted my roots. A night owl by nature, but brunch with friends always wins. My mornings revolve around breakfast, coffee, and often a swim (water in any form has always been my element — from misty mornings to ocean waves). Editing photos with a coffee in hand is where the magic happens.

When I’m not behind the lens or hiking hills for that perfect photograph, I’m probably rewatching New Girl, Stranger Things, Harry Potter, or Outlander (honestly, I’ve lost track of how many times).

And for a quirky fun fact: I collect salt and pepper shakers from every place I travel.

THE PHOTOSHOOT THAT CONVINCED ME TO PURSUE PHOTOGRAPHY

My Most Important Capture

A few years ago, while on holiday to visit my grandparents in Poland, I successfully convinced them to pose together for a mini photoshoot (which was no easy task).

All of the love and memories they had shared over their 53 years together shined so brightly from just a 5-minute photoshoot. My grandpa passed away only 6 weeks after we captured these photos. I was devastated.

With that, came a deep-seated realisation that time with the ones you love is fleeting, and the moments with the people you love even more so.

This is when I chose to pursue photography, because with this medium, I could capture unforgettable moments while creating tangible memories of those who mean the world to us. I’ve never looked back.

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Stealing Scenes,
Not Horses

There is a Polish saying about people, “móc z kimś konie kraść” which when translated to English means “someone you can steal horses with.” It’s a lot like that partner-in-crime sentiment you hear tossed around — someone who is seriously fun, trustworthy and willing to try offbeat ideas without hesitation.

Prepare yourself.

We won’t be stealing animals, but we’ll definitely be setting the scene with out-of-the-box elopements.

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Elopement Photographer in Scotland

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