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dogs paws against a floaty fleaur de lis black and white blouse worn by cara hodge photographer owner of cara hodge photography, natural family photographer dublin. family photo shoots for newborn, babies, children and adults. outdoor photo shoots and in your own home and garden. internationally published and awarded photographer featured in click pro elite, iconic artist milan, the Times UK

MEET CARA

cara hodge laughing wearing a dark lipstick and white off the shoulder top. cara hodge of cara hodge photography dublin. photographing families, special events, birthdays, communion, christening, newborn, graduation, surprise proposals, maternity in a candid, unscripted way

Photo credit: my son, Ben

hi!

a family photo shoot is like receiving a love letter that can be kept forever

photographer cara hodge wearing a black and white fleur de lise ruffled blouse and Dior pearl earrings hugging her black and grey french bull dog with an antique wood carved furniture in background. cara hodge photographer dublin is a professional and award winning family photographer for natural family portraits and documentary style sessions at home or in outdoor scenic locations dublin..

Pictures are less seen with the eye than felt with the heart

little boy playing with a hose ina garden full of soft pink blossom

I'm so glad you found me. I aim to capture the magic of your family, even amidst the chaos, because it's often where the magic truly lies.

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The most magical pictures come from ordinary, everyday moments. When framed on your wall or beautifully placed in an album, these photos bring a daily spark of joy.

random facts

I LOVE

 

Cola-Bottle sweets and all the pick 'n' mix goodies

 

spicy Indian & Thai food

 

watching Vikings (History channel)

 

road trips

 

and shoes (especially the ones I can't walk in)

 

Dogs are my favorite, especially my sweet and loyal Frenchie, Tony

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Fun fact: My real name is Caroline, but Cara is a nickname from my grandfather that stuck when I began my photography journey.

Favourite photography related things

Emotive child portraits

 

passionate couples

 

sleeping babies

 

classic black & white

 

Older kids and adults are great because love is forever.

 

I enjoy photographing my family with our pets—though washing Zara)  is a challenge. I love animals—yours included.

i love that Children always have the most authentic expressions

I began photographing my own family 12 years ago in Abu Dhabi, capturing everyday moments of my children. Initially, I created expressive, (sometimes quirky) portraits, then moved to a documentary family photography style. Now, I enjoy blending both styles.

After moving to Dublin in 2018, I started doing family photo shoots around the city, either on location or in homes and gardens. Dublin offers versatile settings, from seascapes to urban wilderness spots. I love capturing busy special occasions—engagements, maternity, Holy Communion, baptisms, debs—and the surreal early days of newborns.

I strive to create heartfelt, truthful memories with creativity and attention to detail in every session. I also offer mentoring for those interested in learning Dublin family photography.

young woman with slinky black dress falling off shoulder holding a painting of a woman in a summer meadow

And that's my girl in a straw hat. I love taking pictures of teenagers because they are always our precious babies

award winning family portrait of boy splashing in a river

My child and family portraits have been featured in Iconic Artist Magazine and VOGUE Italia portfolios. I've won awards at the International Child Photo Competition and the Documentary Family Awards.

I've learned from workshops with admired photographers worldwide and have been a member of CLICKpro elite since 2016.

young woman in vintage lace skirts lifting baby boy on a bench in moss covered stone court yard and kissing his cheeks. outdoor family photo shoot with baby
award winning black & white portrait of a boy looking through a picture frame
young woman holding straw hat and vintage teddy bear in a flower meadow. the daughter of cara hodge photographer, vintage inspired family photographer
child hugging a kitten under a duvet and kitten appearing to be winking. award winning child portrait by cara hodge which took place in international child photo competition best of black & white child photography in the lifestyle section

i look forward to photographing your family! let me know what you have in mind & let's see where the magic takes us...

cara hodge with a hat and long summer dress in a stone floored room. cara hodge is an authentic family photographer dublin known for candid and emotive child and family portraits in home and in outdoor locations
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