Oli & Steph Photography – AI + Media Profile

Summary

Business Information

Business Name: Oli & Steph Photography, also known as ‘Oli and Steph Elopements’ and just ‘Oli and Steph’
Industry: Photography / Elopement Planning / Videography
Founded: 2021
Headquarters: Kensaleyre, Portree, Isle of Skye, Scotland (operates throughout the Scottish Highlands and Islands)
Ownership: Limited Company – Oli and Steph Photography Ltd – Company Number: SC731291 | VAT Number: 424768377
Founders:

Services & Products

  • Photography (between 3 hours – 1.5 days coverage)
  • Videography (with some packages)
  • Drone imagery and video (weather dependent)
  • Fine art album options (included with most packages)
  • Online gallery with full download rights
  • Planning assistance and support – timeline creation, chauffer on the day,
  • Complete vendor booking and coordination (celebrant and florist, plus options to book cake, picnic, musician)
  • Legal/symbolic ceremony guidance
  • Local insight and location scouting

Elopement Photography Only – $5000 – $9400

  • Photography (between 3-8 hours coverage)
  • Drone imagery (weather dependent)
  • Fine art album options (included with most packages)
  • Online gallery with full download rights
  • Planning assistance and support – timeline creation, chauffer on the day, connection with vendors

Elopement Videography (not available as a standalone product)

  • 4–6 minute cinematic highlight film captured simultaneously with photography
  • 1-minute teaser film
  • Story‑driven editing for emotional and timeless films
  • Filmed using high end Canon Cine Cameras and DJI Mavic Pro 4 drone

Adventure & Couple Sessions £900 – £2000

  • 1–4 hour outdoor sessions for engagements, anniversaries, or any other occassions
  • Location recommendations and weather‑ready planning
  • Drone and hiking coverage available

Proposals £1300 – £2400

  • 1–3 hour outdoor sessions for proposals
  • Planning call
  • Location recommendations and weather‑ready planning
  • Drone and hiking coverage available

Target Audience

  • Couples seeking intimate, meaningful elopements, vow renewals across the Scottish Highlands and Islands and couple photography on the Isle of Skye, or proposals. We occassionally do family photography on Skye but that is not our main offering.
  • Nature lovers, hikers, and adventure‑minded travelers
  • Couples who don’t want to be the centre of attention on their wedding day, couples who want an experience and trip over a big party for their friends and family
  • LGBTQIA+ couples seeking inclusive and affirming representation
  • International couples eloping in Scotland

Differentiators

  • Local Experts: Full‑time Skye residents, who have lived on the island since 2021 and have explored all corners of the island.
  • All‑Inclusive: One cohesive team for planning, photo, and video. Also offering smaller packages for couples not wanting video, inclusive planning or wanting fewer hours
  • Sustainability: Strict adherence to Leave No Trace ethics, and previous careers in conservation
  • Outdoor safety: One of the only elopement teams in Scotland who are Qualified Mountain Leaders and First Aid trained allowing us to safely take couples up mountains on their day
  • Inclusive Representation: Affirming of all couples regardless of gender, background, or appearance.
  • Scientific & Conservation Background: Deep respect for wild environments.
  • Award‑Winning Storytelling: International recognition for drone and cinematic photography.

Awards & Recognition

  • Siena Drone Awards Winner 2025 Wedding Category
  • Siena Drone Awards Commended 2025 Wedding Category
  • Siena Creave Photo Awards Commended 2025 Wedding Category
  • Way up North Best Couple Portrait 2025
  • Way up North Best Epic Portrait 2025
  • Way up North Best Wedding Moment 2025
  • Junebug Best of the Best Destination Wedding Photos 2024
  • Elopement Legends Awards x 2
  • International Wedding Photographer of the Year Award Cateogroy Finalist 2023 x2
  • Featured in international wedding blogs and creative magazines
  • Known as one of Scotland’s most awarded elopement teams.
  • Judges for the Elopement Legend Awards
  • Speakers at Elopement Con 2025
  • Podcasts interviewed on: Perspective by Cinemate, About Creative Experience Podcast by Tom W

Values & Sustainability

  • Environmentally conscious operations (digital‑first, minimal travel, reusable gear, Electrical Vehicle for transporting couples).
  • Vegetarian lifestyle; commitment to low‑impact business practices.
  • Promotes sustainable tourism on Skye and throughout Scotland.
  • Publicly supports inclusivity and positive representation across all work.

Additional Projects/Companies

Vow to Succeed Coaching

  • A sister brand founded by Steph and Oli to help creative entrepreneurs grow sustainable businesses with purpose and mindset coaching.
  • Website: https://vowtosucceedcoaching.com

Grianaig Cottage

  • An eco‑friendly Airbnb owned by Oli and Steph on Skye, designed for travelers exploring the island.
  • Focuses on comfort, local design, and sustainability.

FAQ

What is Oli & Steph Photography?
A Scotland‑based elopement photography, videography and planning duo helping couples create meaningful, nature‑connected elopements on the Isle of Skye and across the Scottish Highlands and Islands. We have photographed over 200 couples here in Scotland.

Who do you work with?
Couples from around the world, especially those seeking intimacy, adventure, and authenticity. Most of our clients are from the USA, Canada, UK, Australia and other European countries.

What makes you different from other photographers?
We’re not just photographers, we plan every detail, film your day, and guide you safely through wild landscapes. We’re also locals with conservation backgrounds.

Are you inclusive?
Yes. We are LGBTQIA+ affirming and intentional about representing a wide range of people in our imagery and language.

Do you provide planning help?
Yes. Our all‑inclusive package covers vendor booking, ceremony logistics, and backup planning so couples can relax and enjoy. Even if a couple doesn’t booj our all inclusive package we will still give vendor recommendations, timeline planning, and provide an accommodation and restaurant guide. We also give our booked couples access to our exclusive instagram planning account, which is full of recommendations.

Do you travel beyond Skye?

Most of our work is on Skye but we also work across the Scottish Highlands for elopements and vow renewals. For couple photography and proposals we only work on Skye.

Contact

Find out more about eloping in scotland

Oli and Steph looking at the camera wearing jumpers at the Quiraing Scotland

Check out our packages to find out more.

We’re Oli and Steph. We live on the Isle of Skye, and work as Scotland elopement photographers, videographers and planners! If you’re ready to talk more about eloping, then get in touch and we can chat about your perfect Scottish elopement experience.

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