Celebrating community and connection through visual storytelling.

Real moments, captured with care.

Our approach is rooted in capturing the heart and sentiment of real moments - distinctively shaping how we photograph emotion, connection, and unfolding stories at each event. Whether it’s the dimple joining your smile at the alter, the nose wrinkles peppering little giggling faces, or the uninhibited joy in your eye on the dance floor. We care about capturing memories and characters you can hold on to forever.

We're an Edinburgh-based documentary-style photography and film service, founded and run by Lily Young, dedicated to capturing stories and memories beautifully and authentically.
We provide a range of photography services. This includes events photography (such as parties and conferences), portrait photography, live music and performance photography, commercial and promotional photography, and press imagery.
We also provide filmmaking services to businesses seeking material for social media and marketing.
Our approach is documentary-led and people-focused. We work unobtrusively, capturing moments as they naturally unfold rather than staging them. We’re drawn to emotion, connection, and atmosphere, focusing on the small details and real interactions that tell a fuller story. The result is stylish and authentic photography and film that reflects the energy and beauty of each moment as it truly was.

A young girl with light brown hair sitting on a large rock outdoors in a wooded area with green trees and blue sky in the background.

Human connection, thoughtfully photographed

We believe great photography should never interrupt the moment, which is why we pride ourselves on being observant, empathetic, and unobtrusive. Our photographers are first and foremost considerate professionals—blending into the background, reading the room, and knowing when to step in and when to hold back. You shouldn’t have to worry about the photographer on the day, or your guests’ comfort around cameras, which is why we offer a service you can trust to create a calm, stress-free experience—so you can simply enjoy the moment.

Two women are outdoors in a forest, one playing the violin and the other playing the cello, with sheet music on a music stand in front of them.

Film and Photography which fulfils your professional needs

Informed by years of experience in press and marketing, we are well versed in creating compelling content for businesses. From locally owned shops to established firms, we take the time to understand your needs and aims, and how we can help bring them to life. Whether you need photography or video content for your website and social media, we are here to listen, help, and create clean, compelling work.

A woman with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a black top with sheer sleeves, sitting and smiling at a conference or event. There are several posters on the wall behind her and she appears to be engaged in conversation. The background includes a jewelry-like audio equipment with microphones and a large pink-purple banner for the 'Women in Media Conference Manchester.' The foreground includes blurred heads of other attendees.

A man is looking through a camera, capturing a photo in an outdoor setting filled with greenery and decorative architecture.

Our Approach

Every decision we make is shaped by a clear sense of purpose. To learn more about our documentary-led, people-focused approach to capturing moments as they naturally unfold, click ‘Learn More’ below and discover how small details and real interactions tell a fuller story.

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A young woman with long reddish hair wearing a pink and white striped shirt and glasses on her head, smiling against a plain white background.

Meet the Founder

Maiseachd Media is an Edinburgh-based business founded and run by Scottish photographer and media practitioner Lily Young. Find out more about us.

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