Rachel Hein Photography

Rachel Hein Photography Relaxed, natural & creative photography for families, couples and brands. Edinburgh based. I’ve been a professional photographer for over ten years.

I love creating images but my I’ve been a professional photographer for over ten years. I love creating images but my real passion is for people. I’m endlessly inspired by the wonderful people that I get to work with. To get a little insight into their lives and to be trusted with capturing precious memories is an incredible privilege, and lots of fun! I’m Yorkshire born and bred but I fell in lov

e with Edinburgh many years ago. I moved here in 2003 and today I live in Leith with my family. When I’m not with a client, you’ll usually find me at my desk at Tribe Porty, by the sea in Portobello or out walking our dog Finn. And when I have a rare weekend off, you’ll find me outdoors – heading for the beach or the hills in our camper van. I pride myself on the relationships I’ve built with my clients, and on the fact that so many come back to me again and again.

Aoife of . A new luxury bespoke gifting, personal shopping and experience curation service✨Photography for the newly la...
05/05/2026

Aoife of . A new luxury bespoke gifting, personal shopping and experience curation service✨

Photography for the newly launched brand.

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21/04/2026

A great portrait session with the lovely India Reilly 🎻

I’ve had the pleasure of photographing India and her siblings several times over the years, so it’s really special to see her all grown up and now embarking on a career as a professional violinist.

Some wedding days are packed with timelines. Others, like this one, are simple, relaxed, and full of fun ✨Richard & Fifi...
15/04/2026

Some wedding days are packed with timelines. Others, like this one, are simple, relaxed, and full of fun ✨

Richard & Fifi celebrated 10 years together with an intimate ceremony, joined by their closest friends. A day filled with romance, laughter, and so much personality.

The morning began slow and easy, fizz, music, and excitement in the Sir Richard suite at the Virgin Hotel. After a beautiful first look, we wandered through Edinburgh together, from colourful streets to historic corners, soaking it all in on the way to their ceremony.

Inside, everything softened. Quiet, heartfelt, and full of meaning. And the back out into the city for some more pics.

We ended the day right where it started, relaxed, joyful, and completely true to them.

Elopements like this are so much fun. No pressure, no performance, just celebrating your story, your way.

Some wedding days are packed with timelines. Others, like this one, are simple, relaxed, and full of fun ✨Richard & Fifi...
15/04/2026

Some wedding days are packed with timelines. Others, like this one, are simple, relaxed, and full of fun ✨

Richard & Fifi celebrated 10 years together with an intimate ceremony, joined by their closest friends. A day filled with romance, laughter, and so much personality 🤍

The morning began slow and easy, fizz, music, and excitement in the Sir Richard suite at the Virgin Hotel. After a beautiful first look, we wandered through Edinburgh together, from colourful streets to historic corners, soaking it all in on the way to their ceremony.

Inside, everything softened. Quiet, heartfelt, and full of meaning. And then… back out into the city for cheers, smiles, and that just-married feeling 🎉
We ended the day right where it started, relaxed, joyful, and completely true to them.

Elopements like this are so much fun. No pressure, no performance, just celebrating your story, your way 🤍

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03/04/2026

From Texas to Edinburgh 🇺🇸✨

A rainy start turned into sunshine as we wandered through the storybook charm of Dean Village and along the Water of Leith with the lovely McClure family who were visiting from the US. 💛

Cobblestone streets, riverside reflections, and a little bit of Scottish weather magic. So special to capture these moments while families explore a new corner of the world together 🌍📸

Here’s to family adventure and memories made whatever the weather ✨

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Capturing this senior session with Jing Jing and her mum Jo, who travelled all the way from South Dakota to the heart of...
24/03/2026

Capturing this senior session with Jing Jing and her mum Jo, who travelled all the way from South Dakota to the heart of Edinburgh’s beautiful Old Town, felt really special. Having mum there every step of the way, from fixing windswept hair to sharing proud smiles behind the camera, made it all the more memorable.

Senior photos are about so much more than milestones, they’re about the people who’ve supported you along the way. It was such a joy to include mum in a few of the photos too.

Such a special Edinburgh proposal 💍Max got in touch all the way from New York to plan the perfect surprise proposal for ...
16/03/2026

Such a special Edinburgh proposal 💍

Max got in touch all the way from New York to plan the perfect surprise proposal for Katie in Holyrood Park. After weeks of planning we found a quiet spot with the most incredible city views, and the moment was made even more magical when their friends appeared with banners to celebrate!

Katie has such special memories of Scotland, so Edinburgh was the perfect place to begin this new chapter together.

I’ve shared the full story over on the blog ✨ Link in bio.

If you’re planning to propose in Edinburgh and want the moment captured (and help finding the perfect spot), I’d love to help.

15/03/2026

This Mother’s Day, let’s make sure Mum is in the frame too 🤍

So often, mums are the ones behind the camera, capturing the everyday moments that make family life so special.

A family photoshoot isn’t just about beautiful pictures, it’s about preserving the love, connection, and the little moments you and your children will look back on one day.

Such a lovely, fun shoot with the Cameron family at Yellowcraig Beach last Summer 💛Spring finally seems to be on its way...
10/03/2026

Such a lovely, fun shoot with the Cameron family at Yellowcraig Beach last Summer 💛

Spring finally seems to be on its way, and now is the perfect time to start thinking about booking your spring/summer family shoot.

DM to book your session 🌿 or click on the link in my bio to head over to the website.

Ewan & Adrianne’s fun, joy-filled DIY wedding at Central Hall in Edinburgh. The hottest day of the year, a packed ceilid...
02/03/2026

Ewan & Adrianne’s fun, joy-filled DIY wedding at Central Hall in Edinburgh.

The hottest day of the year, a packed ceilidh dance floor, and personal touches that made the whole celebration feel so completely them. From handmade details to heartfelt moments, this was the kind of wedding that radiated personality from start to finish.

One of my favourite moments? Adrianne’s granny flying all the way from Canada, and dyeing her hair blue in solidarity with the bride 💙

Fun, emotional, slightly sweaty (thank you Scottish heatwave 😅) and full of love. What a day!

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