I’m a portrait photographer based in the Scottish Borders, creating relaxed, natural portrait sessions across Edinburgh, Glasgow and throughout Scotland 📍
My portrait work is about people, connection and real moments — not stiff posing or forced smiles. Whether you’re welcoming a new baby, celebrating your family, marking a milestone or simply wanting photographs that feel like you, my approach stays the same: calm, honest and story-driven.
Portrait photography isn’t about standing still and smiling at the camera.
It’s about:
I guide gently when needed, but always leave space for real interaction. This allows you to relax, be present and enjoy the experience — while I document what naturally unfolds.
I offer a range of portrait sessions, all photographed with the same calm, storytelling approach.

Gentle, baby-led newborn sessions in my cosy Melrose studio, focused on tiny details, closeness and family connection.
Sessions are unhurried and always centred around your baby’s needs.




Because pets are family too.
Personality-led sessions capturing the bond you share with your dog, cat or other beloved companion.


Need a passport, visa, or ID photo?
I provide high-quality, correctly sized images for all official documents — taken in my Melrose studio, printed or digital, ready within minutes.
📍 Quick appointments available
Clients often tell me they were nervous before their session
— and surprised by how relaxed it felt.
You don’t need to know how to pose or what to do.
I’ll guide you gently, keep things calm and allow moments to happen naturally.
The result is a set of images that feel:
honest, personal, timeless
Photographs you’ll want to come back to, not just scroll past ✨
Every portrait session is thoughtfully crafted to capture who you are—whether it’s a family session, children’s portraits, maternity, pets, or a solo shoot. Based in Melrose and working throughout the Scottish Borders, I aim to deliver an experience that’s relaxed, meaningful and timeless.
A short and engaging session that’s perfect when you want a few beautiful portraits.
Includes:
A fuller session that gives you a nice variety of high-quality images.
Includes:
The ultimate portrait experience.
Includes:
I’m based in the Scottish Borders and regularly photograph portraits for clients from Melrose, Galashiels, Hawick, Selkirk, Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond.
If my style speaks to you, distance is never a problem.
📸 Sessions available in Melrose, Hawick, Galashiels, Selkirk, and throughout the Scottish Borders.
If you’re looking for portrait photography that feels natural, emotional and true to you, I’d love to hear from you.
Tell me a little about:
Together, we’ll create something you’ll treasure.
M Banka Photo Studio, Station Gate, Melrose, UK
Mon | By Appointment | |
Tue | By Appointment | |
Wed | By Appointment | |
Thu | By Appointment | |
Fri | By Appointment | |
Sat | By Appointment | |
Sun | By Appointment |
Sign up to hear from us about specials, sales, and events.
M BANKA Photography
2 Station Gate, Melrose td6 9ps