A young girl holding a globe above her head, standing in front of a large map of the world on the wall.

PR, Marketing & Editorial Photography in Edinburgh

High-impact imagery for national press and brand storytelling. With 20+ years of experience, I provide a fast-turnaround service to meet tight media deadlines

  • Press & Photocalls: Creative setups designed to grab editor attention.

  • Brand Launches: Professional coverage for new products and marketing campaigns.

  • Editorial Portraits: High-end portraits for press releases and features.

  • Rapid Delivery: Same-day image turnaround available for urgent PR needs.

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Two women and a man dressed in black, with the women wearing top hats and the man holding a hat, standing outside a building with a clock in the background.
An elderly woman wearing reflective sunglasses with soldiers' reflection in the lenses, engaging in conversation with two soldiers in camouflage uniforms outdoors.
A man in Scottish Highland dress playing bagpipes at an airport with a large airplane tail in the background.
A blue Aston Martin DBS supercar in different settings, including on a bridge, outside a building with an individual in traditional Scottish attire, and in front of a bridge structure.
Person in a white astronaut suit holding a colorful badge that reads 'Spaceship Earth' and 'Edinburgh Science Festival'. The background features a natural outdoor scene with trees and a body of water.
Four women dressed in traditional Scottish attire hold sparklers, forming the year 2023 with light trails in front of a historic castle at dusk.
A group of dancers performs a coordinated lift and toss on a stone platform, with a red bridge structure in the background.
A group of six diverse people in colorful costumes and medals, posing for a selfie in front of a decorated parade float with a green canopy and gold accents.
Two children in science lab coats and safety goggles conducting a chemistry experiment with colorful liquids in laboratory glassware surrounded by vapor and glowing lights.
Group of seven smiling store employees standing outside Greggs bakery, some wearing red aprons and others in blue jackets and hats, with balloons and promotional pamphlets.
Two colorful vans, a red one promoting a Scottish radio station called Heart with people inside and another blue one promoting Capital with people inside, both showcasing lively and cheerful hosts.
A person holding a flask of RYELAW scotch whisky beside a glass of whisky and colorful flowers on a table, with a man in the background drinking whisky. The bottle features a distinctive silver cap, and there are three additional bottles of whiskey a
A woman sitting on a pink chair outdoors, holding a pink bouquet and a red heart-shaped balloon, with a historic castle and cloudy sky in the background.
Collage of workout supplements and women exercising. Left side shows a white shaker bottle and a tub of pre-workout powder with some powder spilled nearby. Top right shows a woman drinking from a white water bottle labeled 'MOVE PRE-WORKOUT' in a gym
Top image shows a blue screen with logo and text for Medical Research Scotland Academy, with silhouettes of two people holding tablets. Bottom image depicts students in a classroom working on laptops with a periodic table poster on the wall.

The 4-Step Professional Workflow

  • Step 1: The Brief We’ll talk through your main goals, must-have shots, and media plan to make sure every image works toward your brand’s vision.

  • Step 2: The Shoot Relaxed, professional, and creative coverage on-site, drawing on years of press experience to capture moments that are ready to publish.

  • Step 3: Rapid Delivery High-quality, colour-corrected images delivered quickly via a secure online gallery, perfect for both print and social media use.

  • Step 4: Media Distribution If needed, photos can be sent straight to local, national, or international press contacts and picture desks to meet tight news deadlines.

  • The Scotsman

    Kayt Turner, Picture Editor

    “Ian has been a photographer working with The Scotsman Publications for many years.  As both a staff member and as a freelance, he has shown a great commitment to the titles and the team.  He shows complete awareness of our products - and their specific needs. He happily goes the extra mile to make sure that the pictures he supplies to us are the best they possibly can be.  He is a professional joy to work with."

  • Holyrood PR

    Chris Fairbairn, Director

    "From a PR person's perspective, Ian is a real pleasure to work with, a true pro - and our clients are always very happy dealing with him. "His skill and knowledge of how the media works means that you can trust Ian will get you a range of shots to choose from, all in focus and helping to elevate your story or announcement. "Even more crucially, he gets the photos edited and turned around quickly with all captions in place and zero drama."

  • Edinburgh Airport

    Greg Maxwell, Head of Corporate Affairs

    “Ian’s photography is constantly of a high quality and his eye for a photo has delivered some eye-catching photos of Scotland’s largest airport. He’s always ready to discuss ideas with and use his experience to offer advice, and his knowledge of the industry has delivered a wide-range of positive media coverage for us.”   

  • Morrow Communications

    Nicola McClean, Senior Communications director

    "It is a real pleasure working with Ian for our clients. Full of enthusiasm for the job at hand, nothing is too much trouble and he always comes to the table with creative ideas and fresh angles for exciting photography that both resonates with media and works across a range of media channels"

Frequently Asked Questions

  • I’m based in Edinburgh and regularly work in Glasgow and across Scotland. Travel for assignments is no problem — I’m known for reliability and fast turnaround wherever the job takes me.

  • Most corporate and PR assignments include same‑day or next‑day delivery as standard. For larger shoots, galleries are typically delivered within 48–72 hours. If you need images urgently for press or social media, I can supply selects on‑site or immediately after the shoot.

  • Corporate and PR bookings are often made 1–4 weeks in advance, but I can usually accommodate short‑notice or same‑day assignments, especially for press or reactive PR needs.

  • Yes. I have strong editorial contacts across Scotland and the UK, and I can wire images directly to local and national newspapers, online outlets, and picture desks. This is ideal for PR launches, reactive news, and events where fast, reliable press delivery is essential.

  • Yes. I’m fully insured for all commercial assignments.

  • I can shoot some basic video content in an editorial style, but for more complex shoots, I can coordinate combined photo and video coverage with trusted videographers for events, campaigns, and corporate projects.

Editorial‑style imagery for media coverage, press releases, social media campaigns including product shots and brand‑focused content. 

Creative coverage of live events and arts productions, delivering striking editorial and marketing‑ready images. 

Photography for businesses, conferences, PR, and professional teams — including headshots and executive portraits.  

Atmospheric food, venue, and hospitality photography for restaurants, hotels, and tourism‑driven brands.