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Cara Hodge Photography

storytelling family photographer Dublin
Blackrock

award winning lifestyle, family, at home newborn 

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"pictures that remind me of stills from a movie. each one tells a story

chloe

"cara was marvellous. i will cherish my newborn pictures."

firdaus

Hi, I'm Cara & I would LOVE to tell your Story

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Emotive Family Photographer that Shines your Light from the Inside Out

Welcome! I’m Cara, an award-winning family photographer in Dublin, capturing genuine moments with warmth and honesty.

My family sessions blend traditional family portraits with candid, unscripted documentary family photography sessions—the kind you can’t plan for, like your toddler tying a shoelace for ages, pretending to be a bird, or darting off to climb a tree. These are the memories I love to preserve: messy, soulful, and full of life. Whether it’s an outdoor family photo shoot in an iconic Dublin location, a cozy newborn session at home, or a special family celebration, like a birthday or a surprise proposal, I will tell your story in a way that feels familiar and authentic.

As well as covering outdoor locations all over Dublin, and your own home and garden, my popular outdoor mini sessions run through the year in Blackrock. Your gallery will be full of timeless, vintage-inspired color and classic black and white, filled with the connection we capture together.

When I’m not behind the camera, you’ll find me dreaming of spicy Indian food, walking my French bulldog, streaming too many shows, reading when I get the chance, or admiring shoes I probably can’t walk in.

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​Embrace the warmth of fuss-free newborn sessions and capture those precious first days at home—sleeping, feeding, bathing, and exploring the world.

Family

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Emotive, vintage-inspired family photographer Dublin in outdoor locations or at home. Child Portraits, perfect for milestones like Communions, birthdays, and family celebrations.

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Baby & Newborn

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Natural baby and newborn photography at home or outdoors. Capturing tender moments in the comfort of your own space.

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mum hugging her older son as they look into each others eyes and smile. boy in camo winter coat. outdoor family session with natural, unposed interactions in killiney hill dublin

Documentary Family

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Unscripted, unposed documentary family photography. Ideal for spontaneous moments, from playful kids to larger celebrations and events.

little girl being sung by mum with hair flying about

Recent Photoshoots

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Explore my recent lifestyle and Dublin family photoshoots, featuring cinematic black and white and vintage-inspired colour galleries.

Lifestyle Portraits, Debs & Graduation

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Casual or dressed-up family photography sessions for older kids and teens. Perfect for graduations, birthdays, and special family events.

young woman in beautiful white clothes and star hat holding a tree branch. relaxed portraits of your teenager or adult children for debs, graduation and birthday party photography in Dublin

Engagement, Surprise Proposals, Couples

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Capture the magic of your romantic Dublin engagement session in beautiful landscapes, seascapes, or city spots. Let the sparks fly!

young woman holding a white hydrangea flower with her fiancee holding her from behind under the shade of trees
woman holding her pregnancy form in a green satin dress and a backdrop of green leaves

Maternity

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Romantic maternity photography sessions in Dublin’s scenic outdoor locations, celebrating this beautiful chapter of life.

young girl jumping over a plant pot in the garden with hands waving in the air. award winning black and white child portraits by cara hodge photography dublin. awards in international child photo competition, best of black and white child photography

Award Winning
Black & White

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Fine art child portraits Dublin, featured in Iconic Artist Magazine Milan. Timeless black and white photography of growing moments.

Sessions & pricing

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For those who love tangible memories, I offer handcrafted albums, elegant print boxes, and fine Giclée prints.

Christmas family photography gift vouchers make the perfect gift.

Discover what to expect from your Dublin family photo shoot, along with wardrobe tips for ageless, unforgettable sessions.

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Book your family photographer Dublin session today!

Maternity and in home newborn photographer

Professional, award winning & friendly

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Light Filled

Christmas

Capture the season with a Christmas family photography mini session in Blackrock or Seapoint.

Wear pops of color to add a festive touch to your light-filled Christmas family portraits.

Family photo shoot vouchers create lasting family heirlooms for loved ones.

second place prize at international child photo competition, best of black & white child photography
top ten 2021 awards badge for international documentary family awards. 5th place winner for "nothing is better than real life" category
Cara Hodge Photography is a member of PhotoVogue with featured pictures at PhotoVogue
ist place, winner of international child photo competition, international award winning photographer, best of lifestyle category
click pro elite badge. membership of click pro, international women photographers. for lifestyle, family and child photography, and access to the Voice awards 2024
2nd place winner at child photo competition, best of black & white child photography

gallery quality mat printing

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Cara Hodge is a member of Iconic artist Milan with pictures featured in the magazine

Precious portraits of your older child & teenager 

Internationally published & awarded, featured in The Times, UK, Bored Panda, Iconic Artist, Milan, International Documentary Family Awards, Photo Vogue, International Child Photo Competition, Best of B & W, 1839  Photography Awards  >

family around kitchen table, baby in high chair surrounded by brothers and sisters. in home family photo shoot dublin
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mum looking at her newborn baby asleep on a sofa with pools of natural light. at home newborn photographer dublin by cara hodge.

Natural at home newborn photography in the first days (when baby is still curled up...Pregnancy & maternity photographer Dublin.

When time stands still

baby boy receiving baptism by priest at greek orthodox church dublin, image of wetting baby's head by priest with mother looking on and reaching hand towards baby, with red candle and flowers and red priest robes visible. natural family photography dublin by cara hodge including emotive baptism & christening family portraits

Emotive baptism photo shoot Dublin

Tell your story in pictures

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