How stoked are we! VOWS Awards 2009 shortlist announced

We found out tonight that we have been shortlisted for the VOWS Awards for the second year running. And, as you've no doubt guessed, we are totally chuffed!

The awards recognise consistently excellent levels of customer service in the Scottish wedding industry. And the best part is that they are voted for by brides and grooms.

We're really stoked to hear that all of our brides and grooms have been so happy with our service that they have put us forward for this award. And we'd like to say a huge thank you to everyone who voted for us.

It was a massive surprise to be shortlisted and then to go on to win the Photography Award at the VOWS last year, and we'd convinced ourselves that - with so many fantastic wedding photographers here in Scotland - we'd be incredibly lucky to be shortlisted again this year. And that we are!

Thank you so much for all your support, kind words and faith in our eccentricity! We couldn't have got here without you.

We'd also like to congratulate our fellow photographers and other wedding suppliers who have been nominated this year. We're really looking forward to seeing you all in November. What a party it's going to be!

To view the full list of VOWS 2009 nominees click here

Niki & Mike - Glencorse Old Kirk & Glencorse House - Edinburgh Wedding Photography

Saturday's wedding was a truly international affair - Australian-born Niki met her soulmate Mike (who is from Ireland), while doing voluntary work in Africa, and they married here in Scotland.

With friends and family having travelled far and wide to spend the day with them, not to mention the large Irish contingent - it was always going to be a fantastic celebration!

Our day began with Niki and the girls, who were getting ready in the most beautiful apartment in Edinburgh's New Town...

Over at Glencorse, Mike and the boys were making their way to the kirk. Lots of Mike's family had come over from Ireland for the wedding, and it was great to see their reactions as they saw the church for the first time.

Autumn is definitely here!

Niki looked absolutely stunning...

The ceremony was conducted by a family friend and was just beautiful.

After the service, Niki & Mike headed down to the lake for photographs...

Meanwhile, the guests were treated to a display with some wonderful birds of prey.

The awesome wedding party!

We had so much fun photographing Niki and Mike...

The marquee looked fantastic, as did the 'flowerpot cupcake' wedding cake.

The speeches were all excellent, and Niki and Mike chose to break with tradition and give a joint speech. This was the first time we've seen a toast to Ryanair - they were thanked for helping make Niki & Mike's long distance relationship a little more affordable!

Van Morrison's 'Have I Told You Lately That I Love You' was a great choice for their first dance, during which Niki & Mike showed off some seriously impressive moves.

The Red Hot Poker Band were awesome, and the dancefloor was packed all night...

And the fun didn't stop there - other highlights of the evening included a beautiful Irish song, a garter throw for the boys and a very entertaining 'Mr & Mrs' game...

Niki & Mike - Thank you for inviting us to be part of your very special celebrations. It was an honour to photograph your wedding and we can't wait to show you the rest of your photos. In the meantime, enjoy your sneak preview!

To comment on the images or leave a message for Niki & Mike, please click on the link at the end of the post.

To view the photos on our Facebook page click here

And to view our wedding photography website click here

Niki & Mike's suppliers included:
Edinburgh apartment - Braemore Deluxe Residences
Hair stylist - Nora @ Your Best Looks
Florist - Fiona Dobson
Wedding dress - Enzoani @ Emma Roy
Piper - from Roddy the Piper
Ceremony venue - Glencorse Old Kirk
Reception venue - Glencorse House
Catering - Blackberry Cuisine
Band - Red Hot Poker Band
Photographer - Elemental Weddings

What a weekend!

We've got lots of blogging to catch up on after a very busy weekend, but thought we'd start with a few photos from yesterday's wedding fair at the Royal College of Physicians.

We got to meet lots of lovely couples, and it was fantastic to hear everyone's plans for their big day. It was also great to catch up with other wedding suppliers, whose work we know and love. Another highlight was the bridal fashion show by Pretty Woman.

Our stand was in a great position - next to a wonderful cake company (Too Good to Eat) and diagonally opposite fantastic tablet makers - Highland Favours. The diet starts today! ;-)

We'd like to thank the team at the Royal College of Physicians for all their hard work in making the fair such a great event.

And a huge thank you to the very talented Planet Flowers for our beautiful pink roses!