Testimonials
Discover what previous clients have to say about Etive Photography. Read their testimonials below and if you would like to work together, you can view my photography services here.
We had Ruairidh do our wedding photography and we would highly recommend him. From the moment we first reached out to him, everything felt highly organised, friendly, and transparent. He provided a full price list and breakdown of services which was so beneficial for us trying to plan our finances for our special day.
On the day itself, Ruairidh kept things so relaxed and light hearted, and at the dance afterwards we hardly knew he was there, blending in with the guests and taking so many high quality photos that we will cherish forever. After our wedding day, he spent time with us helping to choose the best photos for our physical wedding album, and organised its delivery (and was incredibly patient with us as we spent far too long making our decision!).
Overall, I couldn’t recommend Etive Photography highly enough. Definitely a safe pair of hands to help your special day go smoothly, and provide you with priceless memories.
On the day itself, Ruairidh kept things so relaxed and light hearted, and at the dance afterwards we hardly knew he was there, blending in with the guests and taking so many high quality photos that we will cherish forever. After our wedding day, he spent time with us helping to choose the best photos for our physical wedding album, and organised its delivery (and was incredibly patient with us as we spent far too long making our decision!).
Overall, I couldn’t recommend Etive Photography highly enough. Definitely a safe pair of hands to help your special day go smoothly, and provide you with priceless memories.
Georgia & Jonathan
Wedding Photography in Oban, Scotland
FANTASTIC
Ruairidh was brilliant, I would 100% recommend him. Ruairidh joined us for a family photo shoot in Ardfern and made it a wonderful and fun experience for us and our young children. He is a lovely guy and really easy going, making everyone feel at ease and was great with the toddlers.
We had such fun going to different locations to capture the pictures, for which he made great recommendations and was happy to go at our pace. The resulting pictures were perfect, some posed group shoots (no mean feat with small kids) and lots of beautiful candid moments. It was a highlight in our trip and captured some long lasting memories for us all. Thank you
Ruairidh was brilliant, I would 100% recommend him. Ruairidh joined us for a family photo shoot in Ardfern and made it a wonderful and fun experience for us and our young children. He is a lovely guy and really easy going, making everyone feel at ease and was great with the toddlers.
We had such fun going to different locations to capture the pictures, for which he made great recommendations and was happy to go at our pace. The resulting pictures were perfect, some posed group shoots (no mean feat with small kids) and lots of beautiful candid moments. It was a highlight in our trip and captured some long lasting memories for us all. Thank you
Leo T.
Family Photography in Oban, Scotland
Ruairidh was very good to work with. He captured our day perfectly. It was lovely looking through the photos he took for us.
The quality of the photos made it even more special to share with our friends and family. Highly recommend.
The quality of the photos made it even more special to share with our friends and family. Highly recommend.
Sam & Samantha
Wedding Photography at Dunollie Castle (Oban), Scotland
We highly recommend Ruairidh at Etive Photography. So professional. He took the essence of our club and team into consideration – capturing the feel of our happy, energetic gym. We will definitely use Etive photography again. We love our headshots and can’t wait for some action shots during our classes. Thanks again! 10/10
The Happy Wee Health Club Gym, Oban
Headshot Photography in Oban, Scotland.
A master at his craft. Delivered great quality for a decent price. I would highly recommend.
Ononso, Frame PR / Diageo
Commercial Photography for Oban Whisky Distillery, Scotland
Absolutely fantastic! Can not recommend enough. We are both taken away by the pictures that were captured by Etive Photography of our wedding day!
Jade & Gerry
Wedding Photography in Oban, Scotland
Ruairidh is a total professional – punctual, good natured and easy to work with. Definitely my first choice if I need a photographer again. Fiancé absolutely loves the photos, thanks again!
Liam D.
Engagement Photography in Dunstaffnage Castle (Oban), Scotland
Brilliant service and will be using again.
Rochead Irvine Construction Ltd.
Property Photography in Scotland.
Ruairidh took anniversary photos of my husband and I and he did an ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE JOB! All caps doesn’t even do it justice. He went above and beyond, helping us to take handfasting pictures (and learning some traditional knots), taking us to multiple locations so that I could get the fairy tale Scottish natural setting of my dreams! He even took some headshots for my husband to use for work, which was added on. On top of the amazing customer service, his approach and manner set us at ease and made us comfortable with having so many pictures taken. He also intuitively understood the vibe my hubby and I have with one another. We love to laugh and tease and joke and he captured that spirit perfectly. He caught us laughing a bunch of times. Best of all, our photos are ABSOLUTELY gorgeous. They are romantic and fun and everything we wanted them to be. I can’t thank him enough. I promise if you work with Etive Photography you will be SO glad that you did!
Jessica & Michael
Wedding Anniversary Photography in Barcaldine Castle, Scotland
We travelled to Scotland from Canada to elope, and we got so lucky to be able to have [Ruairidh] as our photographer. He immediately made us feel comfortable, and he is the perfect balance of friendly and professional. We could not be happier with his work, all of the pictures are beautiful and we absolutely love showing our album to our family and friends. We highly recommend Etive Photography for stunning wedding photos.
Chris & Jen
Elopement Photography in Barcaldine Castle, Scotland.
Etive Photography took our engagement photos. Can’t rate them highly enough. I can’t stand having pictures taken of me but we were made to feel so very calm that it just felt natural and very easy. Extremely friendly and funny which makes it all the better and the results were better than we could have hoped for. Would absolutely ask for our pictures to be taken again.
James & Sylwia
Engagement Photography in Oban, Scotland.
Ruairidh took our engagement photos and we are both absolutely buzzing them. He really made our day extra special. Photos are great and edits are very well done, couldn’t recommend Ruairidh enough.
Alan & Heather
Surprise Engagement Proposal Photos in Oban, Scotland.
[Ruairidh] came and took photos and filmed our band for a video. He was incredibly professional and had the finished products to us in a matter of days. Cannot recommend anyone else. Fantastic job.
Copper Dogs (Band)
Music Photography & Videography in Scotland.
Ruairidh was great to work with from start to finish when photographing and filming our wedding.
He was so friendly and helpful with ideas for photos, nothing was a bother and he made the day feel so relaxed.
The photos turned out amazing and the video was beautifully done we can’t thank Ruairidh enough for capturing our special day.
He was so friendly and helpful with ideas for photos, nothing was a bother and he made the day feel so relaxed.
The photos turned out amazing and the video was beautifully done we can’t thank Ruairidh enough for capturing our special day.
Louise & Craig
Wedding Photography in Dunollie Castle (Oban), Scotland
We had such a wonderful shoot with Ruairidh! Together around Oban, relaxed and natural pictures. I highly recommend this for an unforgettable time and authentic images. Thank you very much!
Sonja W.
Family Photography in Oban, Scotland
We had photos done for the opening of our new cafe and are delighted with the results. I’m partially sighted and hate my photo being taken but was made to feel totally at ease and comfortable with Ruairidh behind the lens. Cannot recommend enough to anyone looking for professional pics. Thank you again!
The Beach Cafe, Oban
Portrait Photography in Oban, Scotland.
We were very pleased with the help of Etive Photography for our wedding photos on the Isle of Iona. Ruairidh was a very pleasant person to work with.
We love the pictures, they have captured us, the wind, the beautiful surroundings and buildings, and people that helped us to get to that point. We are so happy to have these memories from our special day.
We love the pictures, they have captured us, the wind, the beautiful surroundings and buildings, and people that helped us to get to that point. We are so happy to have these memories from our special day.
Helena & Jan
Elopement Photography in Isle of Iona, Scotland.
Couldn’t have asked for a better photographer for our wedding. Pictures are amazing and we had a fantastic time. Would highly recommend to anyone!
Noreen & Robert
Wedding Photography on the Isle of Lewis, Scotland
Above and beyond.
The service Ruairidh provided exceeded our expectations in every way, both in the run up to the wedding (with advice on timing and photo locations), and of course on the day itself.
The photos are simply wonderful, capturing the ceremony, ourselves, and everyone in attendance, all backed by the spectacular highland scenery we chose Glencoe for.
Highly recommended!
The service Ruairidh provided exceeded our expectations in every way, both in the run up to the wedding (with advice on timing and photo locations), and of course on the day itself.
The photos are simply wonderful, capturing the ceremony, ourselves, and everyone in attendance, all backed by the spectacular highland scenery we chose Glencoe for.
Highly recommended!
Mark B.
Elopement Photography in Glencoe, Scotland
My husband & I hired Ruairidh as our wedding photographer & absolutely 100% recommend anyone hiring him for any event!
He’s so down to earth & one of the nicest guys you’d ever meet, we had a great laugh while getting our photos taken & he even managed to get our kids to smile 😂
A pleasure to have him as part of our big day.
p.s he looked banging in his kilt 😉😉
Get booking folks!! 😁❤️
He’s so down to earth & one of the nicest guys you’d ever meet, we had a great laugh while getting our photos taken & he even managed to get our kids to smile 😂
A pleasure to have him as part of our big day.
p.s he looked banging in his kilt 😉😉
Get booking folks!! 😁❤️
Eilidh & Graeme
Wedding Photography in Oban, Scotland.
Great pictures, easy to work with.
Ann Z.
Property Photography in Scotland.
Great service from Ruairidh. Really personable guy and he was able to come out at the weekend to suit my schedule. The photos he took were fantastic and really helped elevate my holiday let online presence. Highly recommended.
Colin C.
Property Photography in Scotland.
Excellent service and photos. Really happy with images and quality. Highly recommended!
Natalie W.
Property Photography in Scotland.
Fantastic photos, delighted with the quality and service. Had them within 24 hours!
Eilidh F.
Holiday Let Photography in Oban, Scotland.
I was very lucky to hire Ruairidh for a Bagpiping photoshoot. Ruairidh was the upmost professional and knowable and made me feel instantly at ease. When I saw the photos I was amazed and used them on my website and socials straight away.
Martin Hay Bagpiper Scotland.
Portrait Photography in Scotland.
Amazingly professional and beautiful shots. Ruairidh took a collection of photos for my airbnb and I’m blown away by his eye for detail and how he used the light effectively to make my space pop. The only thing I worry is that my space looks better in the photos than in real life!
Angus V.
Property Photography for AirBNB in Scotland.
Ruairidh did a fantastic job, and the photos were great. I would highly recommend using Etive Photography.
BSW Timber
Property Photography in Scotland.