Inna & Artyom’s Wedding at Glasgow City Chambers and Òran Mór, Glasgow
When two people from far-away places meet and fall in love in Glasgow, you know there’s a story worth telling. That’s exactly how Inna and Artyom found each other — each from Russia, now living in Manchester, and choosing the heart of Scotland for their union. Their wedding day blended elegance, emotion and a touch of the unexpected.
Ceremony at Glasgow City Chambers
The city’s grand centre, the Glasgow City Chambers, provided the perfect setting for their ceremony. With its historic architecture and stately interiors, it added a sense of ceremony and gravitas to the moment they exchanged vows. The contrast between their Russian roots and the Scottish setting gave their day a uniquely international flavour.
From Ceremony to Botanic Gardens
After the formalities, we strolled over to the Glasgow Botanic Gardens for a short couple session. Soft autumn light, lush greenery and the relaxed pace of this beautiful garden allowed Inna and Artyom to unwind and enjoy each other’s company away from the hustle of the city. These moments – candid, emotional, fun – are exactly what I aim to capture.
Reception at Òran Mór
The reception took place at Òran Mór, Glasgow – a venue that combines character, style and warmth. With friends and family gathered, the atmosphere was joyful, intimate and lively. One of the highlights of the evening: their first dance. Rather than a typical slow-dance, they chose a waltz — graceful, elegant, and entirely in keeping with the beauty of their day. Watching them glide across the dance floor, you could see how effortless and natural they were together.
A Bit of Background
Inna and Artyom live in Manchester now, but chose to anchor their wedding in Glasgow – the city where their story began. Their Russian heritage plays a subtle role throughout the day: in small touches, in the warmth of their family, and in the genuine emotion of the ceremony. Yet the setting, a Scottish city, offered a fresh backdrop and a new chapter in their life together.
My Perspective
As a wedding photographer, moments like this are what I live for: a couple who are deeply in love, comfortable with one another, and ready to celebrate in style. From the formal architecture of the City Chambers, to the green calm of the Botanic Gardens, to the vibrant evening at Òran Mór — each location added its own flavour to the story. And yes, the waltz? A moment I’ll always remember.
Final Thoughts
To Inna & Artyom: thank you for trusting me to capture your day. Thank you for being open, spontaneous and radiant. Your wedding in Glasgow showed how love transcends borders, and how a city can become the setting for something truly memorable. Here’s to your life together in Manchester, and to remembering this day always.