Hi, I’m Mihaela.
Writing about yourself is about as awkward as having your photo taken… but here we are.
My background is in theatre photography, which means I’m used to working quickly, quietly, and without a safety net. In live performance, you rarely get second chances. No one pauses for you to fix your focus or rethink your angle, so you learn to read the rhythm of people and frame fleeting chaos with intention. It’s a bit of an adrenaline sport, really.
All of that has proven surprisingly handy as I gradually made my way into wedding photography. I didn’t plan a big pivot, it began slowly, one or two weddings here and there, mostly for friends, but something about it stayed with me. It came around the same time as a mild creative crisis (the classic “what am I even doing with my life” sort). So much of what I capture, on and off stage, is destined to be “content”, important in the moment but ultimately quite ephemeral. And while I absolutely love the act of making those images, the temporary nature of their purpose can, at times, feel a little soul-sapping.
Enter: weddings. Suddenly I found myself entrusted with something far more permanent. It’s quietly life-affirming to know that I’m documenting family history. Decades from now, someone might stumble across one of these photos, spot a familiar face, and think: “Fucking hell, grandma was fit.” It’s a joy to be trusted with something that matters.
My approach is rooted in observation—I want you to look back at your photos and feel like you were there, not like you were performing for the camera. I work with a mix of gentle direction, humour, and a healthy respect for the unpredictability of the day.
When I’m not working, I’m usually outdoors, negotiating with my horse, Ollie, who has strong opinions about everything and very little interest in compromise (but will take a bribe). He keeps me humble. And occasionally airborne. At home in Edinburgh, I live with my partner Lewis, who tolerates my inability to feed myself proper meals, as well as my love of in-depth airline disaster analysis videos and niche fanfiction with extraordinary patience. Life’s all about balance (though I’ve yet to find it, it’s all chaos here).
Portraits by Jassy Earl.
Approach
Your wedding isn’t a photoshoot, it’s a celebration, and your photos should reflect that. I’m drawn to the natural interactions between you, your partner, and the people who matter to you most. In practice, this means I try to let the day unfold on its own terms, stepping in only when needed, and even then, gently so.
When it’s time for portraits, I’ll guide rather than pose. No stiff limbs or forced smiles. just a bit of direction to give things shape, then allow space for whatever happens to happen. The goal isn’t to stage a perfect moment, it’s to spot one as it happens.
I try to photograph weddings with a mix of artistry and irreverence, seeking out not just the obvious moments, but the odd, lovely ones you might not notice until later. The beautifully imperfect, occasionally chaotic rhythm of it all. It’s not just about what your wedding looked like, it’s about what it felt like to live inside it.
On a personal level, I see my role there as a supportive observer. I want you to have a fantastic day, above all, every other consideration comes as secondary. If you need a hype woman, I’m there. If you need to steal a moment just to yourself, I can facilitate that.
Photographically, I lean towards a slightly messy frame, the kind you sit with for a moment because there’s more going on than you noticed at first glance. Weddings rarely happen in tidy, symmetrical ways, and honestly, that’s part of the charm. You and your guests being strange, delightful humans is what it’s all about.
In writing this, I’ve been trying to find a way to describe how I’d like you to feel when you see your photos. The closest I’ve come is this: your friend’s got a camera, and she’s quietly everywhere. I want the images to feel like we were really there together, and that what you’re looking at grew out of that shared moment, not something staged or borrowed.
Rather than drawing from a library of poses or pre-fabricated feelings, the photos come from you. I’m just there to witness it, and shape what I see into something lasting. Though I will, of course, let you know if you’re holding hands in a way that makes your fingers look like awkward little sausages.
FAQ
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Each photo in your gallery is individually edited by me and that does take a fair bit of time (and I get overexcited so there’s usually rather a lot of images). With that in mind, your preview gallery (100-150ish images) is ready within a week of your wedding day.
Because I’m also an arts photographer in my other life, the full galleries take a bit of time to complete (I’m blaming my schedule and not the pesky perfectionism). At the moment, the delivery time for a complete gallery is within 16 weeks of your wedding.
It’s impossible to set a definite number of images, no two wedding days are alike, but I typically deliver anywhere from 900 to 1,500 images. It really just depends on how much is going on throughout your day.
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Yes, absolutely. I wouldn’t be comfortable taking any booking without having a proper chat with you.
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I do indeed. These photos are usually everyone’s least favourite thing and I’m right there with you, but ultimately, 20 years down the line, these are the images that will have everyone you love in one photo—so we’ll grin and bear it. And ideally limit this to no more than 10 groups, it genuinely always takes longer than you think it will.
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If you'd like both sides of the wedding party captured during the morning preparations and are planning a larger wedding (100+ guests), I would definitely recommend adding a second photographer. This means both parties are covered during the morning and allows for all those extra candid moments to be captured throughout the day, while I focus on all the other important moments. If you decide to add a second photographer, I’ll check availability for your date and make sure their style aligns with mine, so your final gallery feels cohesive. The cost for a second photographer is £300.
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Yes! However, I'm currently only available for weddings in the UK due to life commitments. Weddings that require travel outwith a driving distance from Edinburgh and/or an overnight stay would entail an additional fee, which can be agreed on an individual basis.
If you're planning an amazing destination wedding, I'd be happy to recommend some fantastic colleagues who specialize in weddings around the world.
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Yup, fully insured! Happy to share my documents with you, your venue or your planner.
Investment
FULL DAY
From £2100. A second photographer can be added at an additional £300.
Delivered in an online gallery available to share with your guests, along with a bespoke USB with a selection of 6x4 prints.
SMALLER DAYS
From £250 - Minimum of 2 hours booking is required.
Delivered in an online gallery available to share with your guests.