Yana Skakun
Perth & Perthshire
Portrait Photographer
Perth
Natural portraits on Kinnoull Hill, beside the River Tay, and across beautiful Perthshire.
Perth Portrait Sessions
The Gateway to the Scottish Highlands
Perth sits at the point where Scotland's central lowlands give way to Highland country — the River Tay broadens below Kinnoull Hill's dramatic bluff, the ancient forests of Dunkeld and Birnam begin just to the north, and the mountain country of the Cairngorms extends beyond. For portrait photography, Perthshire offers some of Scotland's most extraordinary seasonal variety — blazing auburn autumn woodland, soft spring blossom, misty winter river views.
I offer individual, couple, and small group portrait sessions across Perth and Perthshire — natural, relaxed, and deeply considered in their use of this beautiful landscape.
Sessions & Pricing
Portrait Packages
Individual Portrait
£195
60 min · 15+ edited
A relaxed session in Perth or Perthshire — the River Tay, Kinnoull Hill, and the Highland edge provide exceptional natural portrait settings.
Couple Portrait
£245
75 min · 20+ edited
Portraits for two — Perthshire's river valleys, ancient woodland, and highland-edge scenery offer some of Scotland's most romantic backdrops.
Small Group
£295
90 min · 25+ edited
Up to five people — family, friends, or a group wanting portraits in the heart of Scotland's most beautiful countryside.
Locations
Perth & Perthshire Portrait Settings
Kinnoull Hill, Perth
The dramatic cliff of Kinnoull Hill above the River Tay — woodland paths, ancient beech trees, and views over the Carse of Gowrie that stretch to the Ochil Hills.
Scone Palace Grounds
The ancestral home of Scottish kings — the estate grounds around Scone Palace offer formal woodland walks, meadows, and the Tay riverside, available for private portrait sessions.
North Inch Park & Tay Riverside
Perth's central riverside park — the broad River Tay, open grassland, and mature tree lines in a setting remarkably peaceful for a city centre.
Branklyn Garden (NTS)
The National Trust for Scotland's remarkable two-acre garden above Perth — exceptional plant interest and a beautiful, sheltered setting for intimate portrait sessions.
Dunkeld & Birnam
The cathedral ruins and oak woodland of the Hermitage at Dunkeld — one of Scotland's most historically beautiful river gorge settings, 15 minutes north of Perth.
Aberfeldy & Loch Tay
The upper Tay valley from Aberfeldy along Loch Tay to Killin — Highland scenery accessible from Perth for clients wanting properly mountain-scale backdrops.
FAQs
Where do most people choose for Perth portrait sessions?+
Kinnoull Hill is the most spectacular and favourite for couple and individual sessions — dramatic, wild, and extraordinary in autumn. North Inch and Scone Palace are better for family portrait sessions. Dunkeld is the choice for something deeply romantic and forested.
Do you travel to Dundee, Stirling, or St Andrews from Perth?+
Yes — Perth sits at the heart of Central Scotland, and Dundee, Stirling, Kinross, and Crieff are all within easy reach. St Andrews is under an hour. Travel arrangements for destinations beyond 30 minutes from Perth are quoted separately.
What season is best for Perthshire portrait sessions?+
Autumn is Perthshire's most extraordinary season — particularly late September and October when the ancient woodland of Dunkeld, Birnam, and Kinnoull Hill turns gold and amber. Spring bluebell season (April–May) is equally beautiful. Winter in the snow, when conditions allow, is spectacular.
How much does a Perth portrait session cost?+
Individual sessions from £195 (60 min, 15+ edited images). Couple sessions from £245. Small groups (up to 5) from £295. All include editing and a private online gallery.
Can we include Scone Palace in our portrait session?+
Scone Palace grounds require a ticket or advance permission for private portrait sessions. The surrounding area and Tay riverside footpaths are freely accessible. Contact Scone Palace directly if you want to photograph within the formal estate.
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