Adventurous bride with gorgeous light, the perfect wedding photo combination!


The Harbour Chapel is a stone's throw from Dunbar Harbour, ( the name didn't give it away at all did it - hehe ) with dramatic cliffs and stunning views, it's a very exciting place to have your wedding photos taken. There are also plenty of great spots to have photographs taken without the need to venture out onto the rocks. The Harbour Chapel has been beautifully renovated by the loveliest people, Ewan and Fiona. They have kept so much of the original Chapel charm whilst giving it a modern, elegant feel.

Liz and Nick got married here in October 2022, the gorgeous autumn light burst through the clouds to make their photos extra special.

Liz got ready at her parents house in North Berwick, we had a super relaxed morning in their beautiful family home, excitedly talking about the day ahead and creating some beautiful photos.


Interior of bridal preparation room with natural light streaming through windows.
Small glass jar with delicate pink flowers and greenery against light blue background.
Black and white candid moment of wedding celebration outdoors.
Elegant white wedding dress hanging in preparation for the big day.
Wedding preparation scene with dress visible through window light.
Sunlit bridal preparation room with vintage furniture and flowing curtains.
Professional makeup artist applies cosmetics to a client wearing a leopard print top during wedding preparations.
Detail shot of an elegant white wedding dress train with intricate lace embroidery.
Interior view of a modern home with turquoise walls and wooden staircase.
Close-up of a blue-green succulent plant against a white background.
Overhead view of a room showing wedding preparations with natural light streaming through windows.
Collection of professional makeup and beauty supplies arranged in vintage-style cases.
Wedding preparation scene with dress and decor visible through window light.
Natural light streaming through windows illuminates wedding day preparations.
Romantic floral arrangement with pink and white blooms tied with ribbon in glass vase.

After a warm send off by their neighbours, Liz took a short taxi ride to the chapel. Nick excitedly waited for her arrival as the guests arrived to a very warm welcome from Fiona and her lovely team.

Luxurious floral arch with orange and white blooms against a dark red background.
Wedding guests seated in wooden pews with bright blue walls in the background.
Wedding ceremony guests seated in a room with blue walls and wooden paneling.
Wedding guests in formal attire seated on wooden benches during the ceremony.
Two gentlemen in formal attire seated on wooden benches at a wedding ceremony.
Wedding guests in formal attire seated on wooden benches during a ceremony.
Two attendees in elegant dresses, one burgundy and one royal blue, hold bouquets while walking outdoors.
An ornate vintage mirror with decorative silver frame reflects a wedding day preparation scene.
Close-up of autumn-toned wedding bouquet with orange and cream flowers against burgundy dress fabric.
Black and white view through car window showing wedding day reflections and decorations.
Wedding party walks under umbrella on rainy day with traditional Scottish attire visible.
Traditional Scottish wedding ceremony in wood-paneled room with attendee in kilt and bow tie.
Rustic dried flower arrangement with pink and green foliage displayed on red surface.
Wedding ceremony in blue-walled room with Scottish kilts and formal attire.
Wedding ceremony participant in traditional Scottish formal wear with kilt and bow tie.

One of my favourite parts of a wedding day is right after the ceremony. The guests are so eager to say hello to the couple, give them a big hug to congratulate them and get the celebrations started. As a photographer it is a lovely time to observe the connections and take candid photos of the joy.

Guests mingling at an elegant indoor reception with formal attire.
People interacting at a formal event in an indoor venue with classic decor.
Celebratory moment captured during a wedding reception with floral bouquets.
Wedding party members sharing embraces during a reception celebration.
Row of champagne glasses lined up on a dark wooden bar surface.
Guests sharing hugs and holding bouquets during a wedding celebration.
People toasting with champagne glasses at an indoor celebration.
Black and white photo of guests socializing at a formal event.
Wedding guests share joyful laughter and conversation during an elegant reception celebration.
Guests enjoying themselves at an indoor wedding celebration with natural lighting.
Elegant appetizers served on wooden boards garnished with microgreens and cream.
Wedding guests mingling and socializing during an indoor reception event.
Elegant plated meals being served at a formal wedding reception.
Guests sharing laughs while seated outdoors against a blue wall backdrop.
Wedding celebration with guests mingling in a warm-lit indoor venue.

A short walk from the chapel is Dunbar Harbour. In order to get spectacular wedding photos it is often important to plan ahead of the wedding. Prior to the wedding I did a recce of possible locations, I took some videos and carefully explained what the experience of having photos there would be like to Liz and Nick. This made a huge difference on the day as they were fully prepared to have a wee adventure. It was quite a cloudy day but as we got towards the end of the harbour the gorgeous golden light burst out from behind the clouds. Liz and Nick fully trusted my ideas and were great fun to have a mini adventure with.

Coastal wedding photography session with dramatic cloudy skies and harbor views.
Wedding couple posing on stone pier with harbor and boats in background.
Romantic wedding portraits captured along a seaside harbor with boats in the distance.
A couple walks along a dramatic rocky coastline during a wedding photoshoot in Scotland.
A romantic wedding moment captured against a misty ocean backdrop with traditional Scottish attire.
A tender embrace between newlyweds on a rocky shoreline with traditional Scottish wedding attire.
Wedding photography session on a rugged coastal path with dramatic cliffs and ocean views.
Newlyweds pose along historic brick walls near a harbor in traditional Scottish wedding attire.

Relaxed Wedding Photography

My approach to taking wedding photos is to have as much fun as you, the more we chat and get to know each other, the more relaxed you both will feel. It's very natural to feel nervous, everyone feels this way. The most important thing is to be connected to each other, through touch and eye contact, enjoy the beautiful surroundings and let me do the rest.

Dramatic coastal wedding photos with rocky cliffs and ocean waves in the background.
Wedding couple stands on dramatic rocky outcrop overlooking the Scottish sea.
Romantic coastal wedding photography session with dramatic ocean cliffs and waves.
Silhouetted wedding couple against a moody seascape with rocky cliffs.
Black and white wedding photography on dramatic coastal cliffs by the sea.
A romantic wedding couple embraces on rocky cliffs overlooking a dramatic ocean landscape at sunset.
Newlyweds share an intimate moment against rugged coastal cliffs with the sea in the background.
Wedding couple poses along dramatic seaside cliffs with waves crashing below.
Bride in white dress stands on rocky coastal cliffs while groom watches from below.
Close-up detail of a lace wedding dress back with flowing veil against sparkling ocean waters.
White wedding dress and veil flow dramatically in the wind against coastal cliff backdrop.
Bride's dress billows in the wind on dramatic clifftop overlooking stormy seas.
Black and white photo of flowing wedding dress against rocky coastal landscape.
Dramatic wedding photography on rugged ocean cliffs under moody sky.
Groom in traditional Scottish kilt stands on rocky coastal cliffs overlooking the sea.
A couple stands on cobblestone streets by the waterfront during a sunset photo session.
A romantic waterfront photo session on historic cobblestone streets at golden hour.

After plenty of sea air and excitement from our harbour adventure, we headed back into the chapel. Next it was time for some heartfelt and beautifully worded speeches.


Wedding guests enjoying a formal reception in a traditional Scottish venue with kilts.
Wedding guests seated at long tables in an elegant blue-walled reception venue.
Large wedding reception hall with blue walls and wooden details filled with celebrating guests.
Traditional Scottish wedding speeches being given in an elegant wood-paneled reception room.
Elegant wedding reception table settings with floral centerpieces and glowing candlelight.
Wedding reception guests laughing and celebrating at decorated dining tables.
Wedding reception guests enjoying entertainment and speeches at decorated tables.
Wedding guests socializing at elegant reception tables with floral centerpieces.
Wedding guests enjoying a formal reception in an elegant blue-walled dining room with stained glass windows.
Elegant blue dining room with stained glass windows and crystal chandeliers set for a formal event.
Guests seated at long dining tables decorated with floral centerpieces during a formal celebration.
Close-up of elegant table settings with wine glasses and floral arrangements at a formal dinner.
Wedding reception guests seated in a traditional dining room with dark wood paneling.
Panoramic view of wedding guests dining in an elegant blue-walled room with stained glass windows.
Celebratory atmosphere as guests raise their glasses during a formal dinner event.

After a wonderful and joyous time some delicious food was served by the amazing Jo's Kitchen. The Harbour Chapel have connected with many brilliant local wedding suppliers, this makes it easier for you to plan your special day. Finally the dancing, Nick and Liz had a Ceilidh, it was absolutely wild, so much fun!

Wedding reception dance floor with dramatic lighting and silhouettes of dancing guests.
Dance party scene with bright spotlights illuminating celebratory crowd.
Wedding reception dance floor with dramatic backlighting and dancing silhouettes.
Black and white photo of guests dancing at an elegant evening reception.
Guests dancing and celebrating at a colorfully lit evening reception party.
Black and white candid shots of guests enjoying themselves at an evening celebration.
Partygoers dancing under warm lighting at an indoor celebration.
Wedding guests dance together at a lively reception wearing floral dresses and formal attire.
A groom in traditional Scottish kilt dances with guests at a wedding reception.
Wedding guests dancing energetically in red and dark dresses on a dimly lit dance floor.
Band performs on stage in a church setting with purple lighting and gothic architecture.
Guests celebrate on the dance floor with one wearing a vibrant red lace dress.
Black and white photo of guests enjoying themselves at a dimly lit wedding reception.
Wedding guests dancing and laughing together under decorative string lights.
Wedding guests dancing and celebrating on a dimly lit dance floor with blue lighting in the background.
Elegant stone archway entrance with warm lighting and textured walls at The Harp venue.
Rustic brick wall interior of The Harp venue featuring arched doorways and ambient lighting.

Thank you to all the wonderful suppliers.

Photographer - Luke Bennett Photography

Venue - The Harbour Chapel

Catering - Jo's Kitchen

Dress - Gwenne Edinburgh

Kilt - Kinloch Anderson

Flowers - Studio Seapink

Make up - Bare Beauty

Music - Bon Stovi