Business Details
Documentary Wedding Photography in Edinburgh
Catching the Moments is a documentary and editorial wedding photography service based in Scotland, founded on the principle of capturing authentic, unposed moments. With over 12 years of experience, the business specialises in blending candid storytelling with artistic flair, ensuring every wedding's unique narrative is preserved. The founder, Lukas, transitioned from a marketing career to pursue photography full-time, drawing inspiration from global travel and mentorship under renowned photographers. His wife, Lina, contributes her expertise in social media and photobook design, creating a cohesive team that prioritises client satisfaction. The business serves weddings across the UK and internationally, offering tailored packages including full-day coverage, elopement photography, and pre-wedding shoots. Their approach focuses on discretion and natural interaction, allowing couples to experience their day while capturing spontaneous emotions and details.The team also produces high-quality photobooks and albums, ensuring lasting physical representations of cherished memories. With over a hundred five-star reviews, the business emphasizes transparency, no hidden fees, and a commitment to ethical practices. They maintain public liability and personal indemnity insurance, ensuring professionalism and client security. Their portfolio showcases a dedication to authenticity, avoiding staged poses in favour of genuine storytelling. The business operates with a clear workflow, from initial consultation to final delivery, with a typical editing turnaround of 4-7 weeks. They offer flexible travel options, including international assignments, and provide preview galleries within a week of the event.
Services
Wedding Photography
Photobooks
Albums
Elopement Coverage
Pre-Wedding Shoots
Highlights and features
- 12 years of experience capturing authentic wedding moments
- Documentary approach with editorial flair for natural storytelling
- Personalised service with direct photographer-client collaboration
- Handmade UK-produced eco-friendly photobooks and albums
- Public liability and personal indemnity insurance coverage
What people say
Absolute star
Truly blown away
Perfectly captured
Epic moments
Stunning albums
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing spontaneous moments and emotional narratives. Services include full-day coverage, elopement photography, and pre-wedding shoots. The approach prioritises natural interaction over posed shots, ensuring authentic storytelling.
Photobooks
Custom-designed photobooks preserving wedding memories in print. Options include contemporary zines, fine art albums, and lay-flat bound books. All products use archival materials with eco-friendly production methods in the UK.
Album Design
Personalised album design service creating cohesive visual narratives. Includes client collaboration on image selection and layout. Products feature premium paper stocks, multiple cover options, and eco-conscious packaging solutions.
Travel Photography
International wedding coverage available worldwide. Services include location scouting, travel coordination, and cultural adaptation. Travel expenses included for central Scotland, with reasonable fees for other locations.
Preview Gallery
Sneak peek gallery delivered within one week of the event. Allows immediate sharing on social media platforms. Contains carefully selected highlights edited for quality and impact.
People
Lukas
Photographer
Award-winning documentary wedding photographer with 12+ years experience. Specialises in capturing authentic moments through a blend of editorial and candid techniques. Former marketing professional turned full-time photographer.
Lina
Social Media Expert
Marketing and social media specialist managing post-production and photobook design. Background in advertising with particular expertise in visual composition and client relations.
Questions
Do you offer international wedding coverage?
Yes, I travel worldwide for weddings. Central Scotland travel is included in packages, other locations have reasonable additional fees.
How long does editing take?
Typical turnaround is 4-7 weeks depending on the season, with preview galleries delivered within one week of the event.
Are photobooks included in packages?
Photobooks are optional add-ons available in various formats including fine art albums, contemporary zines, and lay-flat bound books.
Do you use film photography?
Yes, film options are available as an add-on to any package, including both digital and physical print formats.
What insurance do you hold?
I maintain public liability and personal indemnity insurance. Copies can be provided upon request for venue requirements.
How many photos do you deliver?
Typical delivery ranges from 60+ in zines to 80+ in premium albums, with exact numbers depending on event duration and coverage.
Reviews (1)
Jamie Mac
Sep 22, 2020
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Lukas was professional, friendly and the photographs came out far better than we could have expected! Cannot recommend him enough! We eloped and after our witnesses did not show up, Lukas even stepped up to be one of our witnesses, just above and beyond all day!
Lukas was extremely responsive before and after to ensure we were on the same page and really listened to what we wanted from the photos.
Lukas was extremely responsive before and after to ensure we were on the same page and really listened to what we wanted from the photos.