Istanbul Rooftop Flying Dress & Swing Photoshoot - Hagia Sophia Mosque
About Location
Hagia Sophia is a true architectural marvel and a symbol of Istanbul's rich, multilayered history. Originally built as a cathedral in the 6th century and later serving as a mosque, this UNESCO World Heritage site offers a breathtaking backdrop for dramatic and grand-scale photography. Its massive dome, intricate mosaics, and towering minarets provide an epic setting that blends Byzantine splendor with Ottoman elegance. For photographers and couples, Hagia Sophia represents a timeless stage where history and art meet, creating a sophisticated and powerful atmosphere for every shot.
Looking for the ultimate Instagram-worthy experience in Turkey? Our Istanbul Rooftop and Swing Photoshoot offers an unforgettable session high above the city skyline. Located on an exclusive private terrace, you will capture magical moments on our iconic swing with the breathtaking Bosphorus and circling seagulls as your backdrop. Perfect for solo travelers, couples, and influencers, this comprehensive photography experience is designed to make you shine. You don't need to worry about what to wear; we provide a stunning collection of flowing dresses (including the famous 'flying dress' style) to add cinematic drama to your shots. As an expert Istanbul photography team, we will guide you through elegant, natural poses to ensure you look your absolute best.
What to Expect
- 25 high-resolution edited photos
- 2 mobile reels video
- 1 modern long tail dress or traditional dress
- Rooftop & Swing studio fee including
- Professional retouching
- All taken photos including
Photography Tips
Grand Scale
Symmetry & Architecture
Golden Hour Glow
Framing
No Prepayment Required
Book your session now and pay the full amount in cash on the day of the shoot.
Cash Payment (On the day)
Pay the full amount in cash on the day of the photoshoot. No prepayment required.
No Prepayment Required
Book your session now and pay the full amount in cash on the day of the shoot.
Cash Payment (On the day)
Pay the full amount in cash on the day of the photoshoot. No prepayment required.
Overall rating
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We had an absolutely wonderful experience with our photographer in Istanbul. From the very beginning, they were incredibly kind, friendly, and professional, making us feel comfortable and relaxed throughout the entire process. Communication was excellent and they were always easy to reach, responsive, and accommodating. What we appreciated most was how open they were to our ideas and vision for the photos. They listened carefully to what we wanted, offered helpful suggestions, and worked with...
Best service! My wife and I totally loved the photoshoot. Emre was our photographer, and he was super respectful and professional.
I had an amazing experience with Uğur Cankurt in Istanbul. He is exceptionally pleasant, patient, and easy to work with. Despite his very reasonable pricing, he delivers a top‑tier experience. He took all the photos with such dedication and calm energy that the 45‑minute shoot felt like a full celebrity session. If you’re looking for someone who combines professionalism with warmth, Uğur is the one to book.
I had a very great experience with Uğur. He’s truly professional and extremely patient. My pictures and videos were so detailed, very immaculate! I explained the look I was going for and he executed! I would highly recommend to book with Istanbul Portraits during your next visit to Istanbul, Turkey! :-)
Had such an amazing experience with our photo session, it was extremely professional and the photos came out beautifully. Highly recommend .
Very happy with the final results. There was a delay at first, but everything was resolved quickly and professionally. The edited photos turned out great, and I appreciate the photographer and his team following through and making things right.
Really great experience, the photographers and the whole team is nice, I am not even good at posing and taking pictures but they will help you through it and the costumes are also great
He was very polite and helped me and my husband feel comfortable during our photoshoot. He even carried our bag around for us! He also offered to take us to some extra beautiful locations that we did not know of. I would recommend him 1000 times. Not to mention his photos are great! :)
It was a pleasure having our photos taken with Istanbulportrait. From the very beginning, everything was perfect and perfectly synchronized. I highly recommend them, and I'm taking home the best photos I've ever had taken. 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍