Lorraine Bhandari is a professional wedding & event photographer & videographer based in Lanarkshire covering Glasgow, Edinburgh, Lanarkshire, Stirlingshire, Ayrshire and all of the UK

Garfield House Hotel Wedding

Monday, November 4, 2019

April & Robert booked my Wedding Photography & Video package for their wedding at the Garfield House Hotel in Stepps back in March 2019. They chose not to include Bridal Preparation photography which meant coverage began at St. James’ Church in Coatbridge. On a wedding day, I arrive around 1 hour before the first arrival of the bridal party to get organised and set up.

It was a brisk Spring day which made all the beautiful colours in their outfits and flowers appear even more stunning. I absolutely loved the colour scheme and the flowers were gorgeous. https://www.facebook.com/Thistle-flowers-by-Yvonne-MacDonald-185361148182842/

April’s parents live on the same street as the church so it was a short journey with her dad in the wedding car.

It was important to capture photos of the couple’s grandparents at the church so they could relax at the wedding reception taking place at the Garfield House Hotel.

We had options both inside and outside for the wedding photographs. We were able to head down to the small garden area away from the hotel to capture some great images. Although the weather was cold, it was dry so we were able to stay outside.

The speeches were excellent with plenty of laughs for all the guests. We were able to film some great reactions.

Congratulations to you both!

Pre-Wedding Shoot

Monday, November 4, 2019

A pre-wedding shoot is certainly not a new thing but still lots of couples don’t take advantage of it.

It’s a wonderful way to get to know your photographer ahead of your wedding day and importantly for your photographer to get to know you.

I hear lots of times from couples how they do not like having their photo taken. My job as a photographer is to make couples feel at ease and to enjoy the whole experience.

What Happens at a Pre-Wedding Shoot?

I’ve done a couple of pre-wedding shoots this year. The sessions gave us both things to work on as well as instilling confidence in each other for the big day. It helps to add to the overall excitement of your wedding as you can tell me about your day and we can have a stroll and take some photos along the way.

We can go to your venue, a park, a city centre. Wherever you want to go. We spend about an hour together and you get all the edited images sent to you on line. You can download them and keep them.

I suggest to wear layers as you never quite know how the weather will be and of course it can then look like you’ve had a change of outfits! And perhaps plain clothing is best, minimal logos/print. It’s really whatever you’re comfortable in.

I’m always desperate to get home and look at what we’ve captured. It’s great to get feedback once couples receive their images. There are some lovely products too where you can use an image or two to make a guest book for your wedding or a signing frame.

I certainly would recommend a pre-wedding shoot and I offer it complimentary within some packages and as an add on. You can take a look at my packages and pricing here

Wedding Photography Lanarkshire | Busby Hotel | Near Glasgow | Ainsley & Glenn

Monday, February 5, 2018

Wedding Photography Glasgow – Spring Wedding

Ainsley & Glenn got married in March 2017. They booked me for both wedding photography and wedding videography. Coverage started at Cathcart old Parish Church and continued through to the evening reception which took place at the Busby Hotel.

The church is a very impressive building built in 1831. I loved the exterior wall brick which made a great background for some of our photos.

It was a relaxed ceremony and Reverend Galbraith’s only stipulation was that he did not want to be in the photos. He did surprise the couple with the gift of a knitted ‘policeman’ which raised a few giggles.

After the ceremony it was onwards to the Busby Hotel to carry on with our formal group photos and couple shots. I always plan the photo requirements in advance as your day goes quickly.

The Busby Hotel is a lovely venue which benefits from a huge terrace on the first floor which the wedding guests made full use of.

We were able to take some photos too in the luxurious Bridal Suite complete with private exterior hot tub on the hotel’s rooftop terrace.

We were incredibly lucky on the day as the sun shone brightly: you will see that from the gorgeous blue sky. Always remember, the weather is the one thing you can’t control on your wedding day. You just have to go with it and work with your photographer to ensure you still get great coverage.

Ainsley & Glenn had a wonderful day joined by many friends and family. They’ve since said their day was perfect and they wouldn’t change a thing. That really is the best you can wish for.

Many congratulations to you both and all the very best for your future together x.

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I’d love to be involved in your wedding day. It goes so fast but I know you don’t need me to tell you that. I offer a relaxed approach to your day, ensuring we get the best images we can. I’m affordable. Interested? Please get in touch and tell me about what you have planned for your wedding day.

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Wedding Photography Glasgow | Western House Hotel | Ayr | Jo & Euan

Friday, January 19, 2018

Wedding Photography Glasgow – Autumn Wedding

Jo & Euan married in October 2016 at the Western House Hotel in Ayr. I had worked at the venue before and hoped for dry weather as the gardens are a fantastic setting for photographs.

The weather leading up to the big day had been unsettled but thankfully it all worked out well. Our day started at the bride’s parents’ house for Bridal Preparation photographs. It was a busy household as it often is but everyone was relaxed and we were on schedule. I was over the moon when Jo granted her permission to take her dress in to the garden for some lovely images. I had always wanted to do that!

We headed off then to the Western House Hotel to catch up with the boys who were already there. We had time to get a good selection of wedding photographs before the ceremony.

I loved Jo & Euan’s choice of colours for their wedding. The flowers were stunning. I loved the kilts and tartan trousers with the brown brogues.

It was a humanist wedding which made the ceremony very personal for the couple and their guests. We had a few laughs and I’m sure a few tears too.

The gardens at the Western House are lovely for wedding photography. There are many options to where you can go with the couple alone and for family and friend group shots.

The car which brought Jo to the entrance was lovingly restored by family members. It was a focal point during the day.

Thanks Jo & Euan for having me as part of your day. I wish you every happiness for the years ahead x

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Wedding Videography Lanarkshire | Kincaid House | Milton of Campsie | Zara & Craig

Thursday, January 11, 2018

Kincaid-House

In July 2017, I got another chance to return to the beautiful Kincaid House in Milton of Campsie to film Zara & Craig’s wedding. I had worked there several years before doing wedding videography. This was not long after I had started out and I remembered the venue fondly and looked forward to filming there again.

At first hidden from view, the winding, tree lined avenue takes you towards the house. Soon you come face to face with an impressive grade ‘A’ listed building. A substantial part of the present building was reconstructed in the 19th Century. There’s evidence to suggest a house on the same site existed as far back as the 12th Century. With it’s turrets, central staircase, many traditional features and a beautiful garden: it really is a picturesque setting for your big day. And it’s all exclusively yours!

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Zara & Craig’s overall theme and colours very much fitted with the time of year. It may seem like we don’t get many great summer days in Scotland but this couple hit the jackpot! The vibrant yellows shown here in the conservatory where the ceremony was held and in the bridal bouquets reminded us of the sunshine we were privy to all day.

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With exclusive use, the guests can make their way around the house and out in to the extensive gardens. The couple had thoughtfully made lawn games available for all the kids who were there and needless to say the adults had fun too.

The gardens offer an excellent area for wedding photographs and you’ve also got the front of the house and tree lined avenue too. As the sun sets, you get that golden hour providing beautiful light which softens the look.

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I had a fabulous time filming Zara & Craig’s wedding. There were so many details to appreciate on the day. The couple had really thought about their guests and put a lot of effort in to little added extras – caricaturist, candy cart, ‘selfie’ photobooth, joke nose masks were just some of the wedding extras enjoyed.

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This is what Zara & Craig had to say about their Wedding Film:

5 Star Review on Facebook: ‘Lorraine was so nice from the first meeting, to the highlight reel, to getting the final video, we are overwhelmed with the video and have watched it many times with friends and family. She captured everything we would have wanted everything was perfect and Lorraine is lovely, highly recommend!’

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Wedding Videography Lanarkshire

Here is the wedding highlights film. Thank you both for having me film your wedding day. I had a ball being your wedding videographer and I wish you and your family lots of happiness in the years ahead.

Zara & Craig chose to include Bridal Preparations for their wedding DVD. I offer different videography packages and can tailor to suit your needs. You can find out more information here. Wedding Videography Lanarkshire