SCOTLAND ELOPEMENT REVIEWS
WHAT COUPLES LIKE YOU REALLY THINK ABOUT WORKING WITH OLI AND STEPH
ELOPEMENTS
Mollie and Rob
CAIRNGORMS HIKING ELOPEMENT
We couldn’t recommend Oli and Steph more! Their expertise and advice was extremely helpful in guiding us through planning all the small details of our elopement. They were organized, easy-going and accommodating on the day and captured our wedding perfectly; our photos are absolutely stunning. Any couples looking to capture their adventure elopement should consider working with Oli and Steph!
Lauren and BjorN
ISLE OF SKYE BEACH ELOPEMENT
HOLY SHIT! The photos are just incredible, it was so wonderful to relive our day through the photos you guys captured. They are everything we wanted and so much more. Thank you both so bloody much. We are so happy with them. We cannot wait to get back to Skye and come visit you. We meant it when we said we’ve made friends for life!
Clare and Matt
ISLE OF SKYE RAINY ELOPEMENT
We’ve never known wedding photos like these! Our family say the photos captured not only the beauty of what eloping is all about but also our raw emotions. When you elope it’s key that everyone sharing your day brings positive energy – these two have it in bucket loads. It’s like having two friends by your side – not just for photos, but sorting hair crisis, carrying extra bags, recce’ing locations in advance for you…They really do go above and beyond.
Hannah & Peter
HIGHLAND CASTLE ELOPEMENT
We reached out to Oli and Steph in April to help us plan our elopement. We knew we wanted to do something that was just for us and they have supported us every step of the way.
They helped with planning and booking of our celebrant (Ashton the Humanist who we adore), hair and make up and flowers. Which took even more of the pressure off of us. Plus they were available throughout the whole process.
The day itself was beyond what we could have ever imagined. It was prefect and it wouldn’t have been if it wasn’t for them and all the work they put in. They made us feel at ease throughout the whole day and helped us make it truly special (this was before we’d even seen the previews!)
Our advice, if you’re thinking of doing it do it. All we kept saying all day was, this was the best decision we have ever made. Plus, if you’re looking for someone to do it, Oli and Steph are the people you need to make it all become a reality.
Rach and Rus
ISLE OF SKYE HIKING ELOPEMENT
Oli and Steph’s photography skills are honestly indescribable. If you’re looking to capture the whole narrative of your elopement and truly build a memory, then we can’t recommend these two storytellers enough.
Beyond their magic photos, Oli and Steph are also the most authentic, kind, and interesting couple to hang out with for a day who are genuinely curious about who you are and have lots of their own adventures to share. We really felt that we were simply on a walk with old friends.
We so appreciated their knowledge of the local area, respect for the land, and ability to capture us in the moment, as well as do the vast landscape justice. We would happily invest in their craft twice over and cannot recommend them highly enough.
Holly and James
GLENCOE FOREST ELOPEMENT
We are so glad we chose Oli and Steph to photograph our elopement! From the moment we met them, they put us at ease and were there to help throughout the whole process. They listened to us and provided the most amazing recommendations and ideas!
They were so prepared and well equipped for every eventuality which is very handy especially with the Scottish weather! Oli and Steph both made sure we were happy and comfortable throughout the day.
We honestly cannot recommend Oli and Steph enough, they are incredibly talented and such lovely genuine people! We are over the moon with our photographs, they captured each moment perfectly. We really did have the best day and are still on cloud 9 – Oli and Steph definitely played a huge part in making it so special.
Libby and Kristy
ISLE OF SKYE WINTER ELOPEMENT
Where do we start? Oli and Steph are SUCH a talented photographer duo team and two of the nicest humans we know. From our first zoom session we felt instantly calm, grounded and excited about working together. They went above and beyond with helping curate the BEST wee wedding experience in Scotland –our lodging/venue, welcome dinner location, and vendor dream team is because of their help (they have a great elopement guide too! Go check it out on Instagram). We were especially grateful for this as we were planning our wedding from over four thousand miles away in Orlando, Florida. If you are getting married on Skye or in Glencoe – book these two! You will be so happy you did! We felt equally ourselves and like movie stars – and they captured the most beautiful moments! We swear they manifested a rainbow during our ceremony at the Quirang! We feel so grateful that one of our greatest gifts of our wedding adventure was coming home with two new friends. THANK YOU!!!
Libby & Kristy
Shay & Isaac – camping ELOPEMENT
I loved our entire experience with Oli and Steph; from planning, to the day of, and all the magnificent photos I can’t stop staring at. They truly captured our relationship. We were a bit nervous about what planning an international elopement may mean, but Oli and Steph were wonderful and knowledgeable guides. They helped us connect with resources and vendors to create our magical day. They listened to our story and what we had envisioned and found the absolute perfect place.
We had a two day elopement, not only did we leave with fantastic memories and photos, we also have two new friends. They are such amazing people and easy to connect with. Given our wedding group was just the four of us and our amazing officiant (that they recommended), I am thrilled that we were able to have a fun and stress free time.
At every turn of events we were excited for our elopement and felt supported. Oli and Steph were as invested at capturing our essence as we were. They were flexible and willing to work around Scotland weather to be sure that everything would be picturesque. Steph helped me with my dress and jewelry and even shared her gloves with me, the warmest gloves I have ever had the privilege to don. Oli shared layers with my husband so he could warm up a bit before our vows.
I cannot express how much I adore our photos and how grateful I am for Oli and Steph. They have a true vision for elopements and how they can encompass the love of a couple. There is no way I will be able to pick a favorite as all of them are so stunning and speak to who we are. Since they work as such an amazing team they are also able to capture individual moments from multiple perspectives. I know that our wedding day and photos are so spectacular because of the hard work, talent, and kindness that encompass Oli and Steph
EMMA & MATHEW – SKYE HIKING ELOPEMENT
If you’re looking for a Scotland wedding photographer (photography duo in this case) Oli & Steph should be your first choice!!! We contacted Oli and Steph after we made a last minute decision to elope and within 9 days Oli and Steph were able to create a personalized package for us, help us find a humanist, and find the perfect location for us. We were hesitant about finding a location on the Isle of Skye that was super intimate but these two know the area like the back of their hand and can provide SO many recommendations on locations, restaurants, hotels, etc. There were no other people around during our ceremony it was just us, Oli & Steph, and Ashton the humanist and it was 100% what we pictured when we envisioned an elopement in Scotland. Not only was the day picture perfect and everything we expected, the pictures made it look EVEN better than we could have imagined. As we weren’t able to have our family & friends with us, the pictures were the perfect memories to make them feel like they could experience the day with us. We loved the pictures so much & our family and friends all pointed out how insanely amazing they turned out. Oli & Steph we’re super welcoming + helpful throughout the whole process, even offering to switch days when the weather was bad and the pictures would not have done the day justice. We could not have asked for a better wedding day photography duo nor a better wedding day. I cannot put into words how much we recommend Oli & Steph!!!
KIM & GREG – WINTER SKYE ELOPEMENT
Have put off writing a review for Oli and Steph for so long now as I genuinely just don’t have the words to describe just how amazing they both are.
We eloped to Skye in February with our four year old son Freddie and wee dog Billy. We were both quite nervous about how the day would pan out logistically with having a couple of wee ones to think about but we had no need to worry. Oli and Steph had thought of everything to make sure we were comfortable and our son was happy too. The weather was WILD (hail storms and 90mph winds😱) but they ensured we were cosy and happy and were more than happy to take a wee break if Freddie was feeling the cold and getting a bit fed up.
They consistently went above and beyond for us, recommending other suppliers that could help out on the day and giving us ideas to ensure we all had the most amazing time.
When you book them (which I highly recommend you do) you don’t just get two insanely talented photographers, you get elopement planners, a personal guide to the Isle of Skye and in our case two amazing childminders too. Our day felt more like we were just spending time with some really special people rather than it being staged and feeling awkward, any nerves we had just disappeared.
Then you get your photos….
And I still get tears thinking about the first time I saw ours. They were so much more than we ever could have dreamed of, truly breathtaking. They captured the emotion of our day perfectly and really included Freddie in the day which was hugely important for us.
Genuinely cannot recommend these guys enough. They made our day what it was and gave us the most beautiful memories to share with friends and family for which we’ll be eternally grateful.
All their reviews are amazing, but I feel like they still don’t do them justice. Just book them, you’ll not regret it. Xx
Emmalynn and Ryan – QUIRAING elopement
Stop scrolling, Googling, and looking at Instagram pages. If you are reading this review and have found Oli & Steph, your search is over!
My now husband and I didn’t know where to start when it came to planning our elopement in Scotland so naturally we just Googled “getting married in Scotland” and we found Oli & Steph and I cannot say thanks enough to whatever search algorithm brought us together. What I can say is it’s best idea we ever had! These two are not just photographers, but on the day of your wedding and even before they are your friends. Their planning guide to all things wedding related on Skye was the most helpful tool to reach out to vendors for hair and makeup (shout out to Lynn at Skye Beauty!), Flowers, and even your Celebrant depending on the type of wedding you are having. My husband and I decided to take vendor scheduling on ourselves but Oli & Steph were just a WhatsApp message away if we ever needed help.
I haven’t even gotten to the best part…the wedding day! On the day of our wedding Oli & Steph arrived at our AirBnB and right away I felt like I was seeing a friend I have known for years. They are so laid back and know exactly what they are doing. Their skills and professionalism are honestly unmatchable. They brought us snacks, and reminded us to drink water (trust me, you’ll need the reminder) and Steph even helped to tie my shoes when changing out of hiking boots. Their level of accommodations made our day feel so seamless and easy. All we had to do was tag along and enjoy it, they had the rest covered. Taking pictures and touring around Skye with them was just as fun as actually getting married that day because not only did I get a husband, but we also made lifelong friends.
Becca and John – BROTHERS POINT elopement
Oli and Steph genuinely gave us an unforgettable experience and captured our wedding story perfectly! The misty isle can deliver wild weather to say the least. The day before our sunrise elopement we arrived on the Isle of Skye and it was pouring rain with poor visibility. We knew the weather was unpredictable but this was becoming our worst case scenario. We felt anxious and we feared we wouldn’t be able to go through with the ceremony.
Oli and Steph’s communication every step of the way was calm and reassuring. Preparing for everything they had multiple plans to accommodate for every possibility and strived to ensure the very best outcome. That morning we pivoted the start time and location. We were still nervous. I remember saying if we can only get one good photo it will all be worth it. Little did we know how much we would enjoy and appreciate the entire journey.
Once they arrived they assured us everything would be okay. They took on all our fears and doubts and melted them away. At that moment, we let go and trusted them completely. We felt at peace and could focus on being fully present on our special day.
Booking with Oli and Steph was hands down the best decision for our Isle of Skye elopement! We received so much more than one good photograph. Our whole wedding album perfectly encapsulates each moment in time. We cherish the ability to relive the memories of such a magical day. They made our fairytale a reality and our pictures truly are worth a thousand words. Without them we might still think it was only a dream 💫
This encompasses why Oli and Steph are such an extraordinary duo! Not only have they mastered their craft and taken beautiful photographs but they are genuinely invested in your entire experience. They leave no stone unturned, literally scaling cliffs and treacherous landscapes all the while making sure you are staying safe, warm and hydrated. We cannot thank them enough and highly recommend their services!
Also a very special thanks to our dream team- Ashton our celebrant, Alan our piper, Sophie hair and makeup, and Wild Gorse for the amazing flowers!
Gemma and Daniel – Glencoe elopement
To say Oli and Steph are the most amazing photographers, is an understatement. We cannot recommend them enough! They are the most lovely, genuine and friendly people you will ever meet.
From our first meeting they were brilliant with ideas and helping us create our perfect day. They were easy going and everything we wanted they made it work. There was absolutely no stress or awkwardness and they made us feel so relaxed and at ease.
Oli and Steph are so talented, our wedding pictures are more than we ever imagined. We have had so many compliments from friends and family. The gallery really lets us relive the day and brings back all the emotions.
We cannot stress enough how much Oli and Steph made the day, they did everything they could to make sure we were comfortable, warm and dry. They also timed our day perfectly, making the most of every location and opportunity.
It is impressive how quickly the sneak peak pictures and gallery were delivered despite the many hurdles Oli and Steph had to get home from our elopement. They go above and beyond. You will not be disappointed!
We feel incredibly lucky to have had Oli and Steph capture our special day. They really made it so memorable and it means so much to us. It feels like fate meeting them and they feel more like friends than our elopement photographers.
ADVENTURE SESSIONS
Elizabeth and Garrett
ADVENTURE SESSION
Oli and Steph are an absolute DREAM to work with. Not only did they make planning a breeze from 4000 miles away, but they were such genuine and lovely people to be around. We immediately felt comfortable and safe to be ourselves and enjoy the photoshoot process. With the level of assistance, direction, and support they gave us as just a Couples Adventure Shoot, I can only imagine how amazing their elopements must be. If you’re thinking of eloping in a beautiful location OR you’re already going to Scotland and want to do something fun – please, please, please book with Oli and Steph. You will not regret the beautiful pictures you’ll receive or the memories you made along the way. And just a quick note: this is all on top of the wonderous majesty that Isle of Skye provides all on its own.
CARISSA AND STEPHEN
ADVENTURE SESSION
Oli and Steph were absolutely amazing to work with! Easy communication leading up to the photo session as well as easy to warm up to on the day of. To say this was an experience…I wish I had much better words. The connection you have with your loved one during these photos is something I’ve never been able to hone in on before during a photo session. My husband and I are the epitome of goofy and enjoy having a good time, that is ultimately our love language is having a good time and being able to connect on a level only the two of us get. Oli and Steph ensure that you are able to feel comfortable and be yourselves during your session. The fact that they are willing to adventure with you is just icing on the cake. They’re comfortable with whatever you’re comfortable with and prepared for whatever the day/session brings. I couldn’t recommend a better set of photographers for your couples session or elopement. I’ll never forget our experience with them and I’m so glad I decided to go with them when I began my search for photographers in Skye.
Cari and Dillon
ADVENTURE SESSION
Cannot recommend Oli and Steph Photography enough! My fiancé and I took our engagement photos with them on the Isle of Skye. From our first reach out they were quick to respond and so welcoming. While planning our shoot they answered all our questions and provided awesome details about their recommended shooting locations. This was the first time we have ever had professional photos taken. Both my fiancé and I were a little nervous to start but right away both Oli and Steph made us feel so comfortable and just made our whole shoot a beautiful experience that we both will always cherish. We have received our “teaser” photos are already OBSESSED and so excited to see the rest of our pictures. They have an incredible eye not only to capture the incredible beauty of Skye but also the love between my fiancé and I in a natural and effortless way. If you are thinking about booking with Oli and Steph JUST DO IT!
Kirstie and Mitchell
ADVENTURE SESSION
Oli and Steph are amazing. We wanted to do an adventure session to remember our time on the Isle of Skye. Not only were the photos absolutely stunning, they also took us on an ACTUAL adventure! We got to go on an incredible hike that we never would have experienced on our own. They smoothly integrated the picture-taking with the hike so it never felt forced or posed. They also came well-prepared with multiple cameras each, a hiking pack with warm clothes and snacks, and a drone! We had a great day with them hiking, chatting, and taking in the epic views. Oli and Steph are truly wonderful people who know what they’re doing; they will absolutely go above and beyond for their clients. Highly recommend to anyone looking for photographers on the Isle of Skye.
Alexa and Michael
ADVENTURE SESSION
They say pictures are worth a thousand words. They’re worth so much more.
With each picture in my gallery I can literally hear the wind, smell the salty air, feel the cool breeze. I can hear Barrett’s laughter, the splash of rocks. I can feel Creed’s chest pressed against mine. I can feel the pride of watching Barrett become a fearless hiker. I can see the threads of Rhys’s hat, see Michael’s hands carrying Creed. I can smell the gas from the boat, hear the gasps of the kids when they saw the seals. Wet dresses, muddy suits, and the sounds of waterfalls — it’s all still so clear when I see these images.
Oli and Steph, I can’t thank you guys enough. You truly are masters of your craft and you have made this young woman so incredibly happy. I will literally cherish these pictures for the rest of my life. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I hope to see and work with you guys again in the future!
Julie and Van
ADVENTURE SESSION
There are hardly enough words to describe just how incredible Oli and Steph Photography is. It goes without saying they are professional but, even more than being professional, they have skills that not many do. My husband and I are not comfortable in front of the camera and yet these two had of way of putting us at ease. On the Isle of Skye where weather can be unpredictable and sketchy, these two prepare for everything! The dry jackets and hand warmers are something only two people who have lived and worked in Antarctica would come prepared for. They are also very skilled in the outdoors and hiking and careful with everything they are doing and where they are placing you. Watching them run up an adjacent ridge as easily as you and I might skip down a dry sidewalk was incredible. They are fantastic. We are a very private couple and not a couple who steps easily in front of a camera so when a photo session is something I’m excited about and want to share with others, it has to be because of Steph and Oli. The results of our session are more than I ever imagined. A great decision and a memory of our anniversary trip to Scotland we will always cherish ❤️
Dylan and Keetin
ADVENTURE SESSION
Oli & Steph were an absolute joy to work with! From even before we started, they worked with us to figure out what we wanted, throwing out suggestions but more than anything listening. Leading up to the shoot, weather was tricky so they were in touch to make sure we picked a timeframe that would get the best photos. They were so flexible that they were willing to push the shoot an entire day so that we would get the perfect weather for our dream engagement shots. To start the day, they did a great job of making us feel comfortable around them and with a camera. We did a sunrise shoot on top of a windy mountain on a cold October day and they had warm coats for us to wear, handwarmers, and they were frequently checking in with us to make sure we were okay. We went to three different locations (each just as or more beautiful than the last) and throughout the day grew more and more comfortable with them. By the end, we felt like we had made new friends who just happened to be taking photos of us in beautiful locations. When we got the photos not long after, we were blown away. They were absolutely stunning, everything we hoped for and more. We could not recommend using Oli & Steph more and can’t wait to go back some day to hang with them again on Skye!
Lea and Flavien
ADVENTURE SESSION
To whoever is reading this review, trying to find the perfect photographers for your elopment or couple session on Skye, stop scrolling ! You just found them !
With Oli and Steph, you don’t have one wonderful photographer and person, but two ! They were the sweetest couple to work with and made us feel comfortable from the first moment we talked to the very last second.
On our session day we had planned to go to the Old Man of Storr, but Skye weather had other plans for us ! Oli and Steph had a back up plan in no time and took us to other incredible places. I can tell you they can handle all situations, since my boyfriend had all along the plan to propose to me during the session, but without telling them before ! And they did an amazing job capturing this unforgetable moment, with pictures I now will cherish all my life.
They were the perfect witnesses for this moment, they kept us warm in between pictures and made sure we had something to eat as well ! They shared our emotions and made us forget the rain and the wind. They know the best spots for amazing pictures and I cannot recommend them enough !
They sent a sneak peek gallery of the proposal pictures in no time so we could share with our close friends and family which we really appreciated. And now that we have received all the pictures we are beyond grateful for them !
Thank you again and again Steph and Oli for this wonderful experience, and for the memories <3