Specialist family photographer in Basingstoke, Songul Taylor captures natural, joyful family portraits—studio or outdoor—focused on authentic connections and timeless images you’ll treasure.
Songul Taylor is a specialist family photographer based in Basingstoke, Hampshire, who focuses on creating natural, emotive family portraits that celebrate real connection. A mother and professional photographer with over a decade of experience, Songul brings a calm, empathetic approach to every session—helping even the most camera-shy children and parents feel relaxed and confident. Why choose Songul for your family photoshoot? Songul’s work is rooted in storytelling: she aims to capture candid interactions, gentle moments and the little details that make your family unique. Her portfolio spans studio family portraits, outdoor sessions in the woodland behind her home studio and Old Down Woodland Park, as well as heartfelt children and baby photography. Families appreciate her warm, attentive manner and the way she composes images that look timeless on walls and in albums. What makes her approach special is a blend of technical skill and a nurturing atmosphere. Songul combines thoughtful lighting and styling with unobtrusive direction so the focus remains on authentic emotion. Sessions are designed to be relaxed and enjoyable—encouraging play, natural movement and real smiles rather than stiff poses. This approach works especially well for younger children and babies, where patience and gentle timing produce the most honest, beautiful images. How she works with clients: every family session starts with a conversation to understand your priorities—whether you’re after classic posed portraits, playful outdoor shots, or images that document everyday family life. During the shoot Songul keeps things calm and flexible, adapting to the needs of babies and children. Back in the studio she applies professional editing that retains the warmth and character of your images. Songul’s studio in Basingstoke is cosy and fully equipped for family and baby sessions, and she also offers thoughtfully styled cake-smash and milestone shoots to mark birthdays. As a multi-award-winning family and newborn photographer with a reputation for gentle, timeless imagery, Songul Taylor is focused on turning fleeting family moments into lasting keepsakes for families across Hampshire and beyond.
Choose the perfect package for your special day
20-minute festive mini session, 3 professionally edited digital images, online gallery of 10–15 images to choose from. Final edits delivered within one week.
Event photography packages (engagements, weddings, birthdays) starting from £120.
Up to 1 hour, 1-2 outfit changes, 5 high resolution images via online gallery. Choice of indoor or outdoor session.
1 hour session, parents and siblings included, professional editing, 5 high resolution images via online gallery.
Up to 1 hour session, professional editing, 5 high resolution images via online gallery.
Up to 45 minutes, choice of indoor or outdoor session, 5 high resolution images via online gallery.
Up to 45 minutes, choice of indoor or outdoor, 5 high resolution images via online gallery.
1–1.5 hour session, 10 high resolution images via online gallery, professional editing.
1–1.5 hour session, choice of indoor or outdoor, 10 high resolution images via online gallery.
1–2 hour session, full use of maternity outfits, 10 high resolution images via online gallery. Choice of indoor or outdoor session.
1–1.5 hour session, choice of indoor or outdoor, 10 high resolution images via online gallery.
2–3 hour session, full use of props and outfits, parents and siblings included, 10 high resolution images via online gallery.
Up to 2 hours, choice of indoor or outdoor, 20 high resolution images via online gallery.
Up to 2 hours session, 30 high resolution images via online gallery, professional editing.
1.5–2.5 hour session, full use of maternity outfits, 20 high resolution images via online gallery. Choice of indoor or outdoor session.
Up to 4 hours session, full use of props and outfits, parents and siblings included, 20 high resolution images via online gallery.
Up to 2 hours, choice of indoor or outdoor, 20 high resolution images via online gallery.