Ieva Marija Photography

I’m Ieva — a Bonnyrigg-based wedding photographer who travels across Scotland to photograph elopements, vow renewals and intimate weddings. My work is rooted in cinematic and Fine Art sensibilities: I seek out light, composition and quiet narrative moments to romanticise the ordinary and make your wedding photos feel like a scene from your favourite film. If you want images that feel emotional, moody and timeless — as if set to a Hozier or Lana del Rey soundtrack — we’ll get on beautifully. Why choose me for your wedding day? Because I treat elopements and intimate weddings as complete stories. I don’t just arrive with a camera — I become your local guide, planning assistant and calm presence. Over the years I’ve helped 50+ couples design meaningful, personalised days in places like Glencoe, the Isle of Skye and Edinburgh. My couples tell me they appreciate how I balance unobtrusive documentary moments with gentle, activity-led direction so the portraits feel natural and alive, even if you’ve never been in front of the camera before. My approach is personal. After you get in touch we’ll have a video consultation where I listen to your vision and practical needs. From there I offer location scouting, timeline crafting, vendor recommendations and hands-on planning advice — all focused on making your day relaxed and soulful. On the wedding day I document ceremonies and candid interactions in a soft, storytelling style while stepping in with directional prompts for portraits that look cinematic and intimate. Sneak peeks are delivered quickly so you can share joyful moments with loved ones, and the full gallery arrives in a beautifully edited collection you’ll cherish for generations. I value craft and care: my work has been featured internationally and recognised with Elopement Legend awards, but the most meaningful recognition is the 5-star feedback from my couples. Travel within mainland Scotland is included, and I’m happy to help with printing and heirloom albums via trusted labs so your images can become treasured keepsakes. If you’re dreaming of a wedding that feels personal, cinematic and true to who you are, I’d love to hear your story and help you plan a day that looks and feels like you.