Yana Skakun
Portsmouth · Hampshire
Maternity Photographer Portsmouth
Staunton Country Park · Southsea · Queen Elizabeth Country Park
Bump Photography in Portsmouth
Portsmouth sits at the edge of the Solent, with the South Downs rising to the north and the New Forest spreading westward into Hampshire. For maternity photography, this means exceptional variety: the ancient beech forest of Queen Elizabeth Country Park, the sweeping coastal lawns of Southsea Common, the woodland and lakeside walks of Staunton Country Park in Havant, and the formal Victorian gardens of Victoria Park in Old Portsmouth.
I offer relaxed, outdoor bump sessions across Portsmouth and Hampshire — natural connection portraits in the golden evening light, with partner and sibling portraits warmly encouraged. Sessions are ideal between 28 and 34 weeks, and I travel from Cambridge for Portsmouth maternity photography.
Portsmouth Maternity Packages
Outdoor Bump Session
£200
1 hour · 25–35 images
- 1 Portsmouth or Hampshire location
- Solo or couple portraits
- Fully edited gallery
- Online delivery within 7 days
Most Popular
Extended Maternity
£295
1.5–2 hours · 45–60 images
- 2 locations or outfit changes
- Partner & sibling portraits
- Golden hour timing option
- Gallery within 7 days
Favourite Portsmouth Maternity Locations
✓Staunton Country Park · PO9 — woodland & lakeside walks
✓Southsea Common & Castle · PO4 — seafront open lawns
✓Victoria Park · PO1 — mature Victorian park setting
✓Queen Elizabeth Country Park · PO8 — South Downs beech forest
✓Titchfield Haven · PO14 — nature reserve & meadows
✓New Forest National Park · SO43 — ancient woodland
Questions
When is the best time for a Portsmouth maternity session?
Between 28–34 weeks is ideal — the bump is beautifully present and movement is still comfortable across Portsmouth's parks and Hampshire's woodland and coastal paths.
What makes Portsmouth special for bump photography?
Portsmouth has a varied landscape to offer: the sweeping Southsea Common seafront with long views across the Solent, the formal Victorian parkland of Victoria Park, and the ancient beech forest of the South Downs at Queen Elizabeth Country Park. Beyond the city, the New Forest is within 30 minutes, offering an extraordinary natural backdrop.
Can we include the seafront or historic dockyard area?
The Southsea seafront lawns are excellent for maternity photography, particularly in evening light with the Solent and Isle of Wight as backdrop. Old Portsmouth's fortifications and Millennium Promenade also give characterful urban settings.
Do you travel from Cambridge to Portsmouth?
Yes — Portsmouth and Hampshire are on my regular travel circuit. Travel is included in all maternity packages across Hampshire.
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