Enjoy your wedding. I'll make sure you remember it.
Your wedding day will go incredibly quickly. Spend it celebrating with the people you love — not disappearing for hours of photographs. I’ll capture the big emotions, the little moments you didn’t see and everything in between, so you can experience it all again afterwards.
Based in Melrose, I photograph weddings throughout the Scottish Borders, Edinburgh and beyond, with a relaxed approach that lets you spend more time celebrating with the people you love.
Be present.
Hug your guests.
Have another glass of champagne.
Laugh, cry and enjoy your day.
I’ll capture what’s happening naturally and step in with gentle direction when you need it — so you get beautiful photographs without your wedding revolving around the camera.
🤍 Relaxed Experience — Natural photographs without awkward or overly posed moments.
📷 Storytelling Approach — From the big emotions to the little details you may not even notice, I’ll capture the story of your day as it unfolds.
✨ More Time to Celebrate — Family photographs and couple portraits are kept relaxed and efficient, so you can spend more of your day with the people you love.
❤️ Personal Service — From your first enquiry to your final gallery, you’ll always deal directly with me.
🏆 Experienced & Award-Winning — Photographing weddings since 2017, with years of experience capturing celebrations across Scotland.
📍 Based in Melrose — Available throughout the Scottish Borders, Edinburgh, Northumberland and beyond.
No matter which collection you choose, you’ll receive the same care, attention and commitment to capturing your day beautifully.
Whatever you choose, the important things are covered
💚 A friendly planning consultation before your wedding
📸 Professionally edited high-resolution images
🖥️ A private online gallery to view, download and share your photographs
📱 Sneak peeks shortly after your wedding
❤️ Relaxed guidance for natural portraits without awkward posing
📍 Travel throughout the Scottish Borders (additional travel may apply outside the area)

Ceremony & Portraits
For the ceremony and the people who matter most.
Perfect for registry office weddings, elopements and intimate celebrations when you want the important moments beautifully captured without full-day coverage.
Ceremony coverage
Family & group photographs
Couple portraits
Candid moments after the ceremony
Professionally edited images
Private online gallery
Sneak peek within 48 hours
Ceremony to Speeches
Enjoy the heart of your wedding day without watching the clock.
From your ceremony through the celebrations and speeches — capturing the people, emotions and moments that make the day yours.
Ceremony coverage
Family & group photographs
Couple portraits
Drinks reception & candid guest photographs
Reception details
Speeches
Professionally edited images
Private online gallery
Sneak peek within 48 hours
£150 booking fee secures your date
Preparations to First Few Dances
Your whole wedding story, from the excitement beforehand to the dance floor.
You get to enjoy the entire day knowing it’s being documented — including the moments happening around you that you may never even see.
Morning preparations
Ceremony
Family & group photographs
Couple portraits
Drinks reception & candid moments
Reception details
Speeches
Cake cutting & first dance
Evening celebrations
Complimentary engagement session
Highlights video included
Private online gallery
Sneak peek within 48 hours
£150 booking fee secures your wedding date
The Complete Wedding Story + Album
Your complete wedding story — made to be held, not just stored on a phone.
Everything from Signature, plus your handcrafted wedding album.
Optional parent albums available separately
£150 booking fee secures your date
Every wedding is unique. Here’s a glimpse into some of the incredible love stories I’ve had the privilege of capturing.

A beautiful countryside venue near Melrose, perfect for relaxed weddings with a mix of elegant interiors and natural outdoor space. Ideal for capturing soft, natural moments throughout the day.

A classic riverside venue in Kelso with a warm, intimate atmosphere — perfect for smaller weddings and natural, documentary-style photography.

A historic and character-filled venue with unique charm, offering a really atmospheric setting for relaxed and meaningful wedding celebrations.

A private and peaceful setting surrounded by nature, ideal for couples planning a more intimate and personal wedding day.

A striking and historic Scottish castle venue, perfect for dramatic backdrops and timeless, romantic wedding photography.

A beautiful, historic castle overlooking the River Tweed — full of character and perfect for atmospheric, story-driven wedding photography.

An elegant countryside estate offering a relaxed yet refined setting, with stunning natural light and plenty of space for both indoor and outdoor celebrations.

A grand and impressive castle venue with beautiful grounds and historic interiors — ideal for classic, elegant weddings with a timeless feel.

A versatile venue surrounded by countryside, perfect for relaxed weddings with a mix of indoor comfort and outdoor photo opportunities.

A popular Borders venue with scenic surroundings and a laid-back atmosphere, ideal for fun, natural wedding days.

Set along the River Tweed, this venue offers beautiful views and soft natural light — perfect for relaxed, romantic wedding photography.

A coastal venue with a peaceful and slightly wild feel, perfect for couples wanting something a little different and atmospheric.

A charming and intimate castle hotel with beautiful gardens — ideal for romantic, relaxed weddings with a personal feel.

A quiet countryside venue with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for intimate celebrations and natural photography.

A stylish and characterful venue with a French-inspired feel — perfect for couples wanting something unique and full of personality.

A stunning private estate offering a mix of woodland, loch views and historic architecture — perfect for natural, story-led wedding photography.

A truly iconic and atmospheric location in the Scottish Borders, perfect for meaningful ceremonies and timeless, emotional imagery.

A beautiful city centre venue with elegant interiors — ideal for intimate ceremonies in the heart of Edinburgh.

A unique and intimate setting surrounded by nature, perfect for relaxed, alternative weddings with a personal and creative feel.

A relaxed and personal celebration held at home, full of meaningful details and a natural, intimate atmosphere — perfect for capturing genuine moments and connections.

A popular wedding venue in Motherwell with a calm countryside feel, elegant spaces and lovely natural surroundings — ideal for capturing relaxed, natural and documentary-style wedding moments.

A stunning private estate in Ashkirk, Scottish Borders, ideal for relaxed outdoor weddings and intimate celebrations. With plenty of natural light and scenic surroundings, it’s perfect for natural, documentary-style wedding photography.
And many more. If your venue isn’t listed above, I’m always happy to discover new places and capture your day in a way that feels natural and true to you.
You don’t need to worry about showing me where to go or finding the best places for your photographs — that’s part of my job.
If your venue is new to me, I’ll visit before your wedding day to explore the grounds, find beautiful locations for your portraits and see how the light works around the venue.
Even if I’ve photographed there before, I often visit again if it’s been a while. Venues change, gardens grow and spaces get updated — and I like to know what’s there now so I can arrive prepared.
Of course, weather and light can change everything on the day, so I’ll always stay flexible.
You enjoy your wedding. I’ll take care of where we go for the photographs.
You don’t need to know what to do in front of the camera. Most of my couples aren’t models — and they don’t need to be. I’ll give you gentle direction when it’s helpful and let you be yourselves the rest of the time.
Tell me your date and venue and I’ll let you know if I’m available. No pressure and no complicated booking process — just a quick first step towards having your day beautifully documented.
M BANKA Photography
2 Station Gate, Melrose TD6 9PS