Yana Skakun
Portrait Photographer St Ives, Cambridgeshire
St Ives Bridge Chapel · The Great Ouse · Hemingford Abbots & Grey
Portrait Photography
Portrait Sessions in St Ives, Cambridgeshire
I specialise in creating timeless portraits here in St Ives, Cambridgeshire. I find the area offers a distinctive setting for photographs, particularly along the banks of the Great Ouse. The character of the river, combined with locations like St Ives Bridge Chapel, provides a rich and varied backdrop for individual, couple, or family sessions. I focus on capturing genuine moments and expressions within this landscape.
My work is rooted in observing light and composition within the natural surroundings of St Ives. I often use locations such as Great Ouse Meadows and Holt Island Nature Reserve, alongside Hemingford Abbots and Houghton Mill, to create images that reflect your personality and connection to this part of Cambridgeshire. RSPB Ouse Fen also provides a peaceful setting for portraits.
Investment
Portrait Packages
Individual Portrait
£195
- ✓ 45-minute session
- ✓ One St Ives location
- ✓ 15+ edited images
- ✓ Online gallery
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Full Portrait Session
£325
- ✓ 90-minute session
- ✓ Bridge Chapel + riverside
- ✓ 30+ edited images
- ✓ Gallery + print credit £30
- ✓ Styling consultation
Extended Day Session
£495
- ✓ Half-day (3–4 hours)
- ✓ Multiple St Ives locations
- ✓ 60+ edited images
- ✓ Print credit £75
- ✓ Priority delivery
Locations
St Ives Portrait Locations
St Ives Bridge Chapel
One of only four surviving bridge chapels in England, overlooking the Great Ouse — the light here is often exceptionally gentle, providing a calm backdrop for portraits.
Great Ouse Meadows
Open views and a sense of space, ideal for capturing relaxed expressions amongst the grasses and reeds beside the Great Ouse.
Holt Island Nature Reserve
An intimate, sheltered environment near the Great Ouse, well suited to quiet and thoughtful portrait work.
Hemingford Abbots
A quiet riverside village by the Great Ouse — a peaceful location that lends itself well to classic portraiture.
Hemingford Grey
Another quiet riverside village by the Great Ouse — a serene setting for relaxed and natural portraits.
Houghton Mill
A National Trust watermill beside the Great Ouse near St Ives — its scale gives a distinctive backdrop for portrait sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you cover all of the St Ives, Cambridgeshire area?+
Yes — I cover St Ives town, Hemingford Abbots, Hemingford Grey, and the wider Ouse Valley. Cambridge sessions can also be combined.
Is there a travel supplement for St Ives, Cambridgeshire?+
No — there is no travel supplement within 30 miles of my Cambridge base, and St Ives, Cambridgeshire is within that radius.
What time of year is best for portraits near St Ives?+
Spring and early summer tend to give softer, warmer light, and locations such as Great Ouse Meadows and RSPB Ouse Fen are vibrant with colour. I photograph portraits year-round.
Are dogs welcome at a portrait session?+
Yes — well-behaved dogs are welcome to join a session, as long as they don't interfere with the photography.
What should I wear and how should I prepare?+
Choose clothing that reflects your personality and complements the environment. Neutral tones tend to work well against locations like Hemingford Abbots or Houghton Mill. Layers are a good idea, as the weather can change near the Great Ouse.
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