Fitlike Photography · Elgin, Moray
Refined, natural wedding photography with calm guidance when you need it.
Hello, I’m Mike
Photographs that feel natural, elegant and true to the atmosphere of the day.
Planning a wedding somewhere in the Highlands or the North East? I’m Mike, and I’ve been photographing weddings here since 2014. I’m based in Elgin, halfway between Inverness and Aberdeen. Most of my weddings are in one city or the other, with the rest spread across Aberdeenshire, the Highlands, Caithness and further afield. Most of the day I work in a documentary way, photographing things as they happen and staying out of the way. The exception is your couple portraits. For those, I’ll take you somewhere special and direct you properly, so we come away with a few big, bold photos worth hanging on the wall.
Is this you?
My photography suits couples who want the whole day told honestly, plus a few portraits that stop people in their tracks. For most of the day, I stay in the background and photograph what actually happens: the nerves while you’re getting ready, the groom's face during the vows, your pals tearing up the ceilidh floor. Nothing is set up, and nobody is herded around for hours. Then there are your portraits. I’ll take you away for 20 to 30 minutes, find the best light and setting the venue has, and direct you properly. If you feel awkward in front of a camera, that’s fine, because most couples do. You won’t have to work out what to do. I’ll tell you what to do, and you’ll leave with photos worth hanging on the wall. I’m a good fit if your day matters in the details, but you still want time to enjoy it. If you love the look of film, I can also shoot 35mm alongside the digital coverage for extra texture and grain in your gallery.
What I photograph
Weddings are at the heart of what I do, but the same eye for light, weather and atmosphere runs through my portrait, commercial and landscape work across the north of Scotland.
Documentary-led, gently guided and beautifully timeless — across Inverness, Aberdeen and the Highlands.
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Family, couple and equestrian portraits with a relaxed, honest feel.
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Brand, hospitality and property photography that builds trust — and bookings.
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Scotland’s mountains and coastline, available as fine-art prints.
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Wedding photography collections begin at £1700, with most couples choosing full-day coverage with a handmade Italian album. My pricing is designed around proper coverage, a calm experience on the day, and a finished set of photographs you will actually want to return to.
from£1700
Full-day coverage, beautifully edited and delivered in a private online gallery. Perfect if you want the full story now, and decide on albums later.
from£2145
Everything in the Story Collection, plus a handcrafted Italian storybook album — a proper heirloom, designed to be picked up and lived with.
from£3495
For bigger days and busier timelines: extra coverage, a second photographer, a pre-wedding shoot, and the full album set.
Elopements from £800 · Half-day coverage from £1050 · View full pricing
Kind words from my Google reviews
We would highly recommend Mike as the photographer of choice at your wedding. We recently viewed our daughter’s and son-in-law’s wedding photographs; they are absolutely stunning and perfectly captured the day. Mike told a natural and authentic story through the photos he took, capturing precious moments and creating wonderful keepsakes.
Mike was absolutely brilliant on the day and captured many lovely moments at our wedding at The Chester Hotel, Aberdeen. It was a pleasure having him at our wedding, and he even helped us organise things on the day to keep everything running smoothly. Couldn’t recommend Mike enough.
Mike was an integral part of our day, from the planning to the execution to the creation of our wedding album. Nothing was too much trouble. Mike was kind and professional from the bridal party getting ready all the way through to the first dance. Absolute delight to work with.
Real weddings
35mm analogue
For couples who want the speed and consistency of digital, but also the timeless character of film as part of their wedding story.
Analogue coverage blends professional digital photography with carefully chosen rolls of film, adding softness, texture and a beautifully understated finish to part of the day. It’s ideal if you love images that feel a little more tactile and nostalgic, without bringing in another layer of production.
If you’d like to explore how film can sit alongside your digital coverage, I’d be happy to tell you more.
Effortless — and incredible
Most of the magic happens naturally. I focus on real moments first, then step in with light, flattering direction when it matters — especially during family photos and your couple portraits.
Every wedding flows differently, but great coverage always comes down to the same thing: space to breathe and a plan that doesn’t steal your time. On the day, I’ll help with:
What you can expect: story-led candid coverage, confidence-boosting guidance for portraits, a polished finish you’ll still love in 20 years, and handcrafted albums made to live on your coffee table — not your hard drive.
Experience & professional development
I’m a professional member of The Societies of Photographers, with Licentiate qualifications on both the wedding and landscape panels — and I still shoot landscapes across Scotland, which shapes how I read light, weather and atmosphere on a wedding day.
Where I work
Based in Elgin, I regularly photograph weddings across the north of Scotland. If you’re not sure whether I cover your venue, send me your date and location and I’ll tell you straight away.
FAQ
Yes. I regularly photograph weddings across Inverness, the Scottish Highlands, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, Moray, Elgin and Caithness. If you’re planning a wedding elsewhere in Scotland, feel free to ask — I’m happy to travel for the right day.
Not at all. Most couples say that before we start. My approach is relaxed and unobtrusive, with gentle guidance when it’s helpful and plenty of space for things to unfold naturally. The aim is for you to enjoy the day, not feel like you’re stuck in a photoshoot.
A lot more than just taking photographs. I help keep things calm, guide group photos efficiently, look for the best light, and make couple portraits feel easy rather than awkward. Good wedding photography should support the flow of the day, not interrupt it.
Yes. I can shoot analogue film alongside digital coverage for couples who love a softer, more textured and timeless look. It adds a different character to part of the gallery while still keeping the flexibility and consistency of digital photography throughout the day.
As soon as you have your venue and date confirmed. Popular weekends, especially across Inverness, Aberdeen and the Highlands, tend to go first, so it’s always worth asking early if you’re considering working together.
Bow Fiddle Rock, Portknockie, on the Moray coast.
About Mike
I’m based in Elgin and photograph weddings across Inverness, Aberdeen, Aberdeenshire, the Highlands and further across Scotland, for couples who want the day captured in a way that feels natural, relaxed and true to them.
I’ve been photographing weddings since 2014, and alongside that I spend a lot of time photographing Scotland’s landscapes. That background has shaped the way I see light, weather and atmosphere, and it has a big influence on how I work on a wedding day.
For me, good wedding photography is never about forcing moments or turning the day into a production. It’s about knowing when to step back, when to guide gently, and how to keep things feeling calm while still creating images that look polished and timeless.
I’m married myself, so I understand how quickly a wedding day moves and how important it is to feel looked after rather than managed. My aim is always to make things feel easy, so you can enjoy the day properly and come away with photographs that feel honest, elegant and full of life.
When I’m not photographing weddings, you’ll usually find me outdoors, spending time with family, or working on my landscape photography across Scotland.
— Mike
If you want photography that feels natural, refined and true to the atmosphere of the day, I’d love to hear more about your plans.
