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Cinematic Wedding Photography in Scotland

Hi, I'm Effie Ioannou. I'm based in Edinburgh, but I can travel to various locations within Scotland or for your Destination Wedding. I have years of experience shooting couples for casual, travel, engagement, and wedding day photography. I can direct and pose you in any style of photography you prefer and at any level of experience and comfort—for the shy and the confident alike.

My packages are tailored to your requirements and wedding schedule. Please provide all the details and I can send you a personalised quote.

I am very friendly and approachable, and I would love to meet you to ensure we are the right fit to work together. Please don't hesitate to ask any questions you might have!

LBTQIA+ and Neurodivergent Inclusive

Based in Edinburgh, Lothian & Borders, Effie Ioannou is a talented wedding photographer offering inclusive coverage for your special day.

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Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Pre wedding
Post wedding

What does the wedding package include?

Full Day Package - Getting Ready, Ceremony, Family & Couples Photos, speeches, cake cutting & Party. Editing - Previews & 400+ photos 10+ hours Half Day - Any variation of the above 4-5 hours

How far in advance should I contact you?

No time limit. If I have availability it can be a week before!

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

No

Can you travel?

Yes, edinburgh, Glasgow, Fife but can cover more if necessary Destination Weddings available too

What is the charge for travelling?

Varies

What style of photos do you take?

Artistic
Fine art photography
Other (Cinematic, Candid and documentary-style photography)

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

I photograph very moody, with a lot of depth and love to play with light but of course it's all dependent on the lighting and weather

What kind of equipment do you use?

Canon 5D Mark IV

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

No

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

2 months

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Alone

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

No

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Pre-agreed fixed fee

What are the forms of payment?

Bank Transfer, Paypal or Revolut

How do you work?

I am very flexible, you get to choose a custom package from getting ready photos, ceremonies, couples & family photos and party or a mix and match for a half-day package

Reviews for Effie Ioannou

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Francis Sent on 07/03/2026
4.2 out of 5 rating

Great experience on the day!

Effie was a fantastic wedding photographer and we couldn’t be happier with our experience.
She arrived right on time and immediately began capturing photos of the setup and candid moments, which we really appreciated because it meant so many natural moments were documented from the very beginning. She was also incredibly helpful throughout the process, even assisting with moving furniture and helping us finish setting up the room.
When we went out to different locations for photos, Effie was proactive in getting the shots. She wasn’t shy about positioning us or using different spaces, which my wife and I appreciated so much because it resulted in photos we never would have gotten otherwise.
Before the wedding, we had two calls with Effie where she gave us more time than we expected to walk through all the details and moments we wanted captured. On the wedding day itself, she was also more than happy to extend our time together without hesitation.
Overall, Effie went above and beyond to make sure our day was documented and we’re incredibly grateful for her effort.
John
John Sent on 20/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Edinburgh wedding

Effie was amazing. So professional and easy to work with and best of all, the photos were stunning ! Thank you Effie
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Charlotte Sent on 19/02/2026
5 out of 5 rating

We couldn’t be happier ✨

I can’t recommend Effie enough! She photographed our wedding last month and we are so happy with the photos.
Effie is a lovely person to work with, was always very responsive and truly added to our wedding day.
She made us feel comfortable and brought a calmness and preparedness to the days events!
She captured so many special moments throughout the day without it feeling intrusive.
We couldn’t be happier and highly recommend booking for photography work 🌸
Grace
Grace Sent on 29/12/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Photography

Effie was the most wonderful wedding photographer my spouse and I could have ever asked for. She is so easy to talk to and fun to be around. I got ready with my sister before the ceremony and Effie took photos of us, but it didn't feel like a stranger with a camera was watching us, it just felt like we were all chatting and getting ready together. She saved me with a safety-pin after I had a wardrobe malfunction. When we were doing pictures after the ceremony her guidance and prompts made everything feel so natural and easy-going. The images perfectly captured the way we wanted the ceremony to feel, the land, the outfits, the family in a way that is so much better than I could have pictured in my head. Effie was truly amazing, professional, efficient, warm, and just an absolute pleasure to have at our wedding! She even sent us ten perfect photos the day after she took them even though our wedding was right before Christmas!
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Laura Sent on 24/11/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our Wedding Photos

Effie was an absolute DREAM to work with! We’re not people who usually enjoy being in front of a camera, but she made us feel so comfortable and genuinely at ease from the very first moment. Her calm, warm energy and incredible ability to understand our vision completely transformed the experience for us.

And the sneak-peek photos… WOW. They are honestly stunning, better than we ever imagined! We’re counting down the days to see the full album because if the previews are anything to go by, it’s going to be unbelievable.

Effie is talented, kind, creative, and just amazing at what she does. We cannot recommend her highly enough!
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 25/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A perfect wedding photographer!

A big thank you to Effie for our wedding photography! Effie is lovely, relaxed and made us feel at ease on the day. She really listened to our ideas and went above and beyond on the day to make sure that we got all of the shots that we wanted. She effortlessly directed us and had an eye for the best shots. Our families also commented that Effie was great and fit in perfectly with our day.

We love our photographs, they are stunning and so romantic. Thank you for capturing our special day so perfectly!
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Judith Sent on 20/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

5 stars all round ⭐️


We loved working with Effie on our big day, she was such a calming presence on the day and as a couple who rarely take photos she made us feel so comfortable and confident on our day. Can’t wait to get the rest of the photos through!
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Hanna Sent on 15/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Book Effie for your wedding!

Effie was the perfect person to capture our day so well. She listened to what we were after and did it beautifully. I cannot thank her enough for the beautiful day she captured ❤️
Neelum
Neelum Sent on 07/09/2025
5 out of 5 rating

An amazing photographer!

From start to finish, Effie was a star! She is so talented at what she does and made our day so special. She has a great eye for that perfect shot and my pictures couldn’t have turned out any better! If you are looking for the perfect photographer, then I would absolutely recommend Effie!
Paige
Paige Sent on 09/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect from Start to Finish

Effie was truly incredible from start to finish. She was responsive and so hands on leading up to the wedding and so passionate about getting the perfect shots during the entire wedding. The wedding pictures turned out stunning and I am so happy we chose Effie for such an important day!
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Emily Sent on 05/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

The photographer of my dreams!

Effie is one of the most talented, professional, passionate and relaxed photographers I have ever met.

As soon as I saw her portfolio I knew I needed her to capture my elopement wedding and she couldn’t have done a better job.

We were both nervous about having photos taken but Effie made it easy and fun, not only was the experience a breeze she was incredibly fun to spend time with and I felt as though I was hanging out with an old friend.

Within a day Effie sent us photos and I eagerly await more as I have never been so captivated by images, and can’t believe she made me look so effortless!

Everything with Effie is customised, rather than a standard set of poses and a standard editing plan, Effie listens to your ideas, understands the concept you wish to create and curates something completely personal (something so often missing in the world of wedding photography).

I am forever grateful for the time Effie has spent on zoom calls, on the day and editing to make my dream photos a reality. I hope her talent and career continue to thrive as she makes more and more couples happy!
Emma
Emma Sent on 01/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Effie was absolutely brilliant on our wedding day. She fully took on board what we were looking for and we couldn't be happier with what she captured.

Delighted with Effie's work. Highly recommend as a wedding photographer :)
Craig
Craig Sent on 18/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Brilliant Photographer

Effie was fantastic. She made the whole process fun and relaxed. She was great with the kids, and the dog. She made loads of effort to make sure we had captured all our memories. She also gave us great advice leading up to the wedding about locations and styles. 100% Brilliant
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Lucy Sent on 14/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Brilliant Wedding Photographer

Effie is a brilliant photographer who made us feel very comfortable on our wedding day, despite both of us being very awkward in front of the camera usually. She was super professional, had great communication throughout and worked a very long day with a smile on her face the whole time - our guests kept commenting on how great she was.
Caroline
Caroline Sent on 06/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful surprise proposal shoot

Effie photographed our engagement, and we truly could not be happier with the entire experience. She worked with my fiance to coordinate a surprise proposal and captured beautiful photos of the evening. She was professional, warm, and very easy to work with. She helped us feel comfortable in front of the camera and posed us in ways that looked and felt natural. She got the photos back to us very quickly (including several preview images the same night as the proposal!) and we were absolutely thrilled with how they turned out. We are so happy to have gorgeous photos of our special moment, and we would absolutely recommend Effie for any sort of engagement or couples shoots.
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