Cara Hodge Photography
Storytelling Family & Newborn Photographer, Blackrock, Dublin
"Pictures That Remind Me Of Stills From A Favourite Film. Each One Tells A Story"
Chloe
"Cara Is Marvellous. I Will Cherish My Newborn Photos"
Firdaus
Hi, I'm Cara & I Would Love To Tell Your Story
Storytelling Family Photographer That Shines Your Light From The Inside Out
Hi, I'm Cara (nickname for my birth name, Caroline), a Dublin family photographer, capturing genuine moments with warmth and honesty. I specialise in traditional family portraits and documentary style photography - capturing real, unscripted moments you can’t plan for.
Whether it’s a free spirited outdoor session, a cozy in-home newborn session, or a big birthday bash, I’ll tell your story authentically. ​​
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​My popular local sessions run year round in Blackrock and Seapoint Beach near Monkstown, making the most of seasonal backdrops. You'll also often find me on the coast from Dunlaoghaire to Dalkey Village - but I travel all over Dublin, and no two family sessions are the same!
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Your gallery will feature vintage inspired colours and classic black & white.
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Also photographing couples: surprise proposals, small weddings and maternity sessions - to celebrate your growing family.
​1839 International Photography Awards - "People" Award Winner, judges from Getty Images & Phaiden Press 2024, 2025, ClickPro Portrait Award, 2025
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I love spicy Indian food, dogs, shoes, tea and beautiful trees...
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Timeless vintage inspired family photos in outdoor Dublin locations or at home. Child Portraits.
Intimate newborn sessions in your own home or outdoors in the sunshine.
​Documentary photography, capturing unposed families, celebrations and events.
Explore my recent lifestyle and family sessions
Sessions for older children and teens, perfect for graduation, birthday parties and family occasions.
Romantic surprise proposals, couples and engagement . Now doing small weddings.
​Fine art child portraits, featured in Iconic Artist Magazine Milan, and other publications.
Maternity sessions to celebrate your pregnancy.
Family photos take on a life of their own. Handcrafted albums and Giclée pigment prints can be passed down generations.
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​Discover What To Expect from your session, along with simple wardrobe tips.
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Gift Vouchers are available.
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Let's start planning your session together!
Light Filled
2025!
Golden, diffuse, dappled - no matter the light, and the time of year, I will capture the light you bring to the world!​
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For birthday parties, and milestone celebrations!
Precious portraits of your older child & teenager
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 , 2024, 2005 >
