Yana Skakun
Portrait Photographer Edinburgh
Natural, relaxed portraits across Old Town, Holyrood Park, Arthur's Seat and beyond.
Edinburgh Portraits with Character
Edinburgh is one of the world's great cities for outdoor photography — a volcanic landscape, a medieval skyline, Georgian crescents, and the wild upland of Holyrood Park within the city boundary. Arthur's Seat at golden hour, the cobbled closes of the Royal Mile, and the vast mirror of the Firth of Forth at Cramond all offer entirely different settings for portraits that are unmistakably Edinburgh.
I travel to Edinburgh for portrait, headshot and engagement sessions and bring the same relaxed, light-led approach as to all my work. No stiff poses — just good light, easy direction and photographs that feel like you.
Portrait Sessions
Individual
£195
- 45 min · 20+ images
- Private online gallery
- Print-release licence
Most Popular
Portrait Session
£325
- 1.5 hrs · 50+ images
- Private online gallery
- Print-release licence
Extended
£495
- 3 hrs · 90+ images
- Private online gallery
- Print-release licence
What to Expect
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Scotland's best city
Edinburgh's extraordinary light — especially in spring and autumn — gives portraits a quality found nowhere else in the UK.
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Relaxed & natural
I guide you gently through the session so you feel at ease and yourself from the first frame.
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Expert retouching
Natural, thoughtful edits that enhance rather than alter.
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Quick turnaround
Galleries within 2 weeks, sneak peek within 48 hours.
Favourite Edinburgh Locations
- Arthur's Seat & Holyrood Park
- The Royal Mile & Old Town closes
- Calton Hill
- The New Town & Princes Street Gardens
- Cramond & the Firth of Forth
- Dean Village & the Water of Leith
- Portobello Beach
- The Meadows
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you travel to Edinburgh from England?
Yes — I travel to Edinburgh for portrait and engagement sessions. Travel costs are included in the quoted price.
What's the best time of year for Edinburgh portraits?
Late spring (May–June) and September–October give the best light quality. Midsummer evenings are exceptionally long and golden.
Can I book an engagement session in Edinburgh?
Absolutely — engagement sessions at Arthur's Seat or the Old Town are among my most-requested commissions.
Do you do professional headshots in Edinburgh?
Yes — corporate and professional headshot sessions are available alongside personal portrait sessions.
Get in Touch
Book Your Edinburgh Portrait Session
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