Smile. It's your family portrait!

I'll start with the first picture in this smiling family portrait series

I took some pictures of my son with an old frame I found lying about.

Being a bit of a joker, a bit of a "messer" as they say in Dublin, he started to really have some fun. Reveling in his love of being the center of attention, and here literally, center frame.

This picture is what I might call an "in-between" moment.

A moment in-between the shots I was concentrating on getting first.

His head was thrown back in a beautiful radiant smile.

My absolutely favorite photographs do not always have obvious emotions, such as laughter, as I tend to favor a mood that is less obvious. Enigmatic if I'm lucky enough to capture that in a portrait. A little quirky, even.

There can be so much communicated in the eyes, & the placement of hands in a child or family portrait...

A big smile usually eclipses every other emotion

HOWEVER what parent doesn't want to see their child radiant? Happy?

Unbridled, unapologetic joy? Or laughter?

The emotions of JOY

Answer: Every parent. Every parent loves to see a smiling child portrait. When I show them the best moments from their family photography session Dublin, these are usually a favorite straight away!

Along with my son smiling through a frame, I have included some other smiling portraits. From other sessions I have done with families, including natural newborn at home sessions

Some are big smiles. Other smiles are more subtle - a whisper on the corner of the lips.

My special interest is documentary, natural family photography. Also, at home newborn photography. Capturing moments of love, connection (..yes & JOY) as they arise.

Candid family portraits in a real life, no frills setting

I like my newborn & family photo shoots to be fun & fuss free!

Black & white child portraits are wonderful for capturing a moment of raw emotion. Soulful black & whites are atmospheric and dramatic. And timeless. The best have a wonderful contrast of light and shade.

Sessions for family portraits. Including engagement, maternity, new baby, family & child photography, and any other special occasions. Including the debs. Also natural newborn at home photography

Plenty of options to choose from. Most family sessions start from one hour! But I have mini and extended sessions also

Please see my Family Highlights client section for examples of my photographs there

Have a good week,

Cara xx