Rebecca Holmes Photography Weblog

I had such a wonderful afternoon at Nick and Isobel’s wedding! The wedding itself was held in Nick’s mum’s gorgeous home, it was a humanist ceremony, which was really lovely – some gorgeous readings and a really great group of Nick and Isobel’s closest family and friends. Thankfully the rain held of for long enough to get some nice photos in the gardens – although the wind was a bit of a challenge! A typical Edinburgh day – bits of rain, and lots of wind! The reception was held at the absolutely stunning Prestonfield House Hotel. I feel privileged to have been able to share in Nick and Isobel’s wedding day – thank you very much to both you and your family for making me so welcome! Congratulations on your marriage – you are a lovely couple and such a perfect fit! Here’s a sneaky peek at some of the images I captured, the rest of the images will be available online on 31st October 2009. I look forward to seeing you both soon!

Wow! What a wedding! Nicola and Neil were married yesterday at St. Giles Cathedral, Edinburgh, followed by a reception at the Balmoral Hotel. It was an absolutely gorgeous day! Nicola looked STUNNING, in such a fantastic dress (once we’d finally managed to tie her into it!), as did the bridesmaids Lisa and Simone. The ceremony was lovely – St. Giles is the most gorgeous cathedral I’ve ever photographed – there’s something about the atmosphere in there. Nicola did so well, having to walk into the church with so many curious tourists looking at her and cheering for her – it was really brave! The Balmoral staff were superb! Special thank you to Louise Mee the Wedding Co-ordinator, who made David and I very welcome – she showed us around, suggested places for photographs, carried umbrellas and flowers while we were photographing, and really went above and beyond to ensure Nicola and Neil’s day went off without a hitch! Thank you also to Morris, the Master of Ceremonies, who was lovely to work with – it was much easier to arrange the group photos with his help! Nicola and Neil, you are such a great couple – and it is obvious you are made for each other. Thank you very much for including us in your wedding meal – the food was excellent and we had a lovely time meeting your friends and family. If yesterday is anything to go on, I am sure you will have a very happy marriage surrounded my much love and support from everyone in attendance. Below is a collage of some of my favourites (I had so many that I’ve had to extend the size of my collage!), the rest of the images will be available online on the 23rd August 2009. Have a great time on honeymoon, and I’ll speak to you soon!

Congratulations Kristin and Tom! What a lovely venue, a lovely wedding and a fantastic couple – officially the most chilled out bride and groom ever! It was great to photograph at Dalhousie Castle for the first time (special thanks to the wedding coordinator, Michelle, for showing me around!), it is such a beautiful venue, with so many places to have great photos taken, and a fantastic team of staff – everything went off very smoothly! It was a lovely ceremony – David and I smiled to each other as Kristin was piped down the isle to the same song that I was on our wedding day (Highland Cathedral). And the owl delivering the rings was really awesome! Thank you both for being such a wonderful, relaxed couple to photograph! Congratulations on your marriage, we know you’ll be very happy for many years to come! Here’s a sneak peek of some of the photos, the rest will be available online on the 15th August.

Well, first wedding back after maternity leave – I’m shattered! But what an amazing wedding! These two have been through so much in the last year, they are such a strong couple, and it was obvious to all the wedding guests that they will have a very long and happy marriage. The photos are such a mix – one minute absolutely pouring with rain, and the next gorgeous blue skies (which I found particularly exciting – we don’t get them that much in Scotland!). The service was beautiful, in a such a gorgeous setting, and the reception was great, fantastic food, fantastic band, and great speeches! The perfect day! Teresa and Duncan, your strength both individually and as a couple is inspiring, as is your obvious devotion to each other. I hope you have an amazing time on honeymoon and I look forward to seeing you both when you get back.

What a fantastic day! And what an amazing location!!! Laura and Rod’s wedding was held at Orocco Pier in South Queensferry, a gorgeous restaurant and function room with a fantastic view over the Firth of Fourth. It was a lovely ceremony, attended by Rod and Laura’s closest family and friends. And thankfully the weather held off so we were able to capture some amazing pictures of the couple along the shoreline and on the pier. Laura and Rod are a really great couple, who I’m sure are going to have a long and happy marriage. Enjoy the honeymoon guys! The rest of your pictures will be available online on 10 November. Speak to you both soon!

Mairi and Michele’s Wedding was held on Sunday 14th September at the Royal College of Physicians in Queen Street Edinburgh. What a gorgeous venue! Mairi looked absolutely beautiful – what a stunning dress!! It was a lovely ceremony in the library of the college, with fantastic singing by Mairi’s sisters! The wedding was attended by about 20 of Michele’s family from Italy, and when we left it looked as though it was going to be one heck of a party! Congratulations Mairi and Michele and thank you for allowing us to be part of your special day! The rest of the images will be available online on Tuesday 7th October.

Kate and Paul’s wedding was held on Friday at the gorgeous Lothian chambers – it was a really lovely ceremony attended by close family and friends. Kate and Paul are such a fantastic couple – it was so great to witness their marriage! I am certain they will have a long and happy life together! It was great to see the Jones sisters again, having photographed them for a family portrait last year – and to meet the rest of their family. Lunch was had at the Tower Restaurant (what a view!), and the weather held off perfectly. In the evening we were welcomed into Linda’s gorgeous home (Kate’s mum) for drinks and a fantastic dinner catered by the girls at Annabelle’s (very very very tasty food!!!). Entertainment was provided by Dusty The Magician (I love magic!!!), and when I said my goodbyes, the merriment was only getting started! Kate and Paul, I hope you had a wonderful day full of many happy memories – I wish you both the best of luck in your future together. The rest of your pictures will be posted on the website on the 6th October.

Now here are two people who are meant to be together forever! We have been looking forward to photographing this wedding since the moment we first met Sarah and Johnny – they are such a warm, happy couple – and such perfect candidates for a long and happy marriage! And what a wedding! Sarah looked amazing as she walked down the isle of the cathedral with her gorgeous dress flowing behind her – AND THE MUSIC!!! We want to buy a copy!!! Being musicians, Sarah and Johnny had a brass quintet with timpani and pipe organ playing throughout the service – it made the hairs on my arms stand on end – it was absolutely amazing!!! Not to mention both of them joining the quintet to play a hymn once they’d said their vows!!! Thank you both, Sarah and Johnny, for all the smiles! Hope you like the peek at the pictures. The rest will be available online on 26th August 2008. Enjoy your honeymoon! See you when you get back! xo

One of the best things about being a married couple photographing weddings, is that we get to watch other people making the same commitment to each other that we did – at every wedding we go to we’re reminded of the promises we made and how nice it is to be married to each other. Andrew and Sinead’s wedding was one of those truly touching weddings – Father Jim High of St Margarets in Montrose, gave such a meaningful address – thank you Andrew and Sinead, for inviting us to take part in your special day! And what a party! With a mix of Aussie, Irish and Scottish it was fantastic! Amazing food, gorgeous location, great speeches, terrific ceilidh dancing! And the piper at the end with his special presentation for the bride and groom! Wow!!!!!! Thanks again guys, we had a really fantastic time! Here’s wee peek at the photos, the rest will be available on the website on 19^th June 2008 – speak to you soon!