SCOTLAND ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER
Eloping in Scotland? We’ll help you make it unforgettable.
You want it all taken care of — the logistics, the photos, and help figuring out how to get legally married in Scotland.
We’re The Sassenachs, your elopement dream team based right here in Scotland (and yes, we speak fluent Outlander).
We specialise in helping couples from North America elope to Scotland.
Dreaming of eloping in Scotland — but planning it from the US or Canada?
We are the team for you if...
✅ You want an intimate, meaningful elopement
✅ You love Scotland (or Outlander)
✅ The planning, the photography, and support navigating the marriage process.
You’re not alone. Most of our couples come from North America, and they want the same things you do — a simple, beautiful, no-drama elopement in the wilds of Scotland.
No guest lists. No stress.
Just the two of you (And maybe a few of your favourite people), breathtaking scenery, and photos that are out of this world.
behind the lens
Hey, we are jodie & Matt
We’re just two down-to-earth people who love capturing elopements.
We don't have an intimidating backstory. In fact we met in the Office. We are basically Jim and Pam.
Based in The Highlands, parents to 3 kids and 2.5 dogs (we can explain) and 1 cat, we love Scotland and we want to share it with you.
We love The Big Bang Theory, The Office, Outlander (obvs). We drink too many cocktails (is there such a thing?). And we are STILL pissed about the ending of Game of Thrones.
Oh, and Matt is Harry Potter OBSESSED.
For more than a decade, we’ve specialised in photographing Scottish weddings and elopements, helping couples craft unforgettable experiences. We’re here to make your dream day stress-free and uniquely yours.
Curious to know more about us? Click below to dive deeper into our story.
more about us
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What an Elopement in Scotland with Us Feels Like
Imagine this:
You wake up in a Highland cottage with your partner. The fire’s crackling. The kettle’s on. There’s no 6am hair and makeup panic, no seating chart on the table with last minute adjustments needing to be made. Just you two, in Scotland.
Later, you put on your wedding clothes - whether it’s a kilt or a suit, a traditional white dress or a modern red one - and you head out into the hills. Maybe you head to the side of a loch or a waterfall or perhaps a castle ruin. And just maybe, you're gonna head to somewhere no one’s ever said their vows before.
We’ll be there, but not in your face. We’ll guide you along the way and make you feel totally at ease.
You don’t need to “know what to do with your hands.” You don’t need to be “photogenic.” You just need to trust us to give you the best photos ever.
We’re not just photographers. We’re your elopement planning team in Scotland.
Here’s what we do for North American couples like you:
• Help you pick the perfect location (Highlands, islands, castles…)
• Sort out the legal marriage stuff (yes, even from the US)
• Recommend celebrants, florals, hair + makeup, transport and more
• Capture your whole day with cinematic, story-rich photography
• Keep it fun, laid-back and easy — no stiff poses or awkward vibes
scottish elopement
This is what it’s all about
You, each other and your own little bit of Scotland.
No awkward posing or endless group shots. No pretending to be anything you’re not.
Just the real stuff — laughter, nerves, the wind in your hair, that look you give each other when no one else is watching.
We’ll photograph it as it unfolds — the big moments, the quiet ones and all the messy, magic bits in between.
here's what you won't get from us
Posed, stiff, awkward shots that make you cringe later
A massive planning spreadsheet and a 30-step process
An impersonal “wedding factory” vibe
Buzzwords, nonsense or pressure to fit into a box
but this is what you will get...
Support to help you elope from North America from North America to Scotland specialists
Expert local knowledge to help guide you through planning
Recommendations for celebrants, places to stay, secret spots and great food
We take on a limited number of elopements each year because we give each couple everything we’ve got.
This isn’t just about taking nice photos.
It’s about helping you have an elopement wedding that feels like you, in one of the most gorgeous places on Earth.
Support through the whole process, including your whole trip to Scotland
Our Simple Process to Make Your Dream Elopement a Reality
Celebrate your unique wedding in your chosen Scottish landscape.
Contact us and book in your consultation to discuss your plans. And by consultation, we mean informal chat.
We will help you plan your day - from recommending suppliers to finding ceremony locations that are just for you
Relive your elopement forever with beautiful photographs
Straight from the mouths of our American couples
"Not only do they take AMAZING photographs but they make the day such a memorable experience."
Lena and ryan
California, USA
California, USA
scotland elopement planning guides
With over 10 years of experience and more than 200 elopements captured across Scotland’s unique landscapes, we’ve gathered everything you need to plan your adventure.
Our planning guides offer insider tips on finding the perfect spot, timing your day for the best light and making your elopement truly unforgettable.
You’re not just planning a wedding - you’re creating an adventure, and we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
Let’s make it extraordinary together!
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Recent elopements
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Kirsty and jacob
Kirsty and Jacob travelled from Australia for their twin-destination Scottish Elopement.
See their adventure by clicking the link.
(Spoiler - it was AWESOME)
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beth and tj
Beth and TJ travelled over from California for their "just the two of them" winter elopement in Glencoe... and it was EPIC
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