Scotland Wedding Photographer based in Ayrshire and Troon
Documentary at heart - Stunning light - Your day, beautifully told
I specialise in putting couples at ease, so your photos feel natural, relaxed and completely you.
Whether you're camera shy or a complete natural, I'll guide you every step of the way."
Top 20 Wedding Photographers in the UK
I'm Derek Dunlop, an award-winning wedding photographer based in Troon, Ayrshire. I work across Scotland, capturing iconic, emotive and timeless wedding photography for couples who want something truly special. Named as one of the Top 20 Wedding Photographers in the UK by Wedding & Honeymoon Magazine, I bring a fine art, documentary approach to every wedding I shoot — from intimate elopements in Glencoe to grand castle and country house celebrations at Ayrshire's finest wedding venues.
What Couples Say
"From start to finish, having Derek as our wedding photographer was an absolute joy! He was incredibly organized, so friendly, and kind, making everyone feel at ease throughout the entire day. The photos we received are honestly amazing, they perfectly captured every moment just as we remember it. We truly couldn't recommend Derek enough, he will make your special day unforgettable!" — Fheirn, Roodlea Barn, Ayrshire
Ayrshire Wedding Venues I Photograph
I'm lucky to live and work among some of the best wedding venues in Scotland. These are places I know well — the rooms, the light, the spots most photographers walk straight past.
Marine Troon — right on my doorstep. Coastal light, views over Royal Troon, and the beach a short walk away for sunset portraits.
Piersland House — a beautiful Troon venue with gardens made for relaxed couple portraits.
Blairquhan Castle — a grand Ayrshire castle wedding with all the drama that comes with it.
Enterkine House — a country house near Ayr that works beautifully in any weather. Some of my favourite indoor portraits were made here.
Brig o' Doon — Alloway's most famous wedding venue, in the heart of Robert Burns country.
Fairfield House Hotel — elegant rooms and tree-lined gardens in Ayr.
Gailes Hotel — a modern Irvine venue full of real, unposed moments.
I also photograph weddings at Cottiers and Pollok House in Glasgow, Ross Priory and Lodge on the Loch on Loch Lomond, Mabie House Hotel in Dumfries, and venues across Scotland.
I'm delighted to have been selected by Wedding and Honeymoon Magazine as their Top 20 UK Wedding Photographers — and number 1 in Ayrshire
It's such a great honour to be recognised by the UK's No.1 best selling bridal magazine.
Based in Troon, I photograph weddings across Ayrshire — Ayr, Prestwick, Irvine, Kilmarnock and the coast — as well as Glasgow, Edinburgh, Loch Lomond, Dumfries & Galloway and the Highlands. If your venue's in Scotland, I'll get there.