Family photography, the way your family really is
The ages they are today, the way they laugh with each other right now — these change faster than you expect. We photograph your family as they genuinely are, in a relaxed session at a Dublin location or somewhere that means something to you.
Real moments, not stiff poses
We do not believe in lining everyone up and saying “say cheese.” We spend a few minutes warming up, let the children lead, and photograph the genuine interactions that happen in between — the whispers, the piggybacks, the moments nobody planned. The result is a set of images that actually looks like your family, not a stock-photo version of one.
We are Gopi and Pravalika, a Dublin-based husband-and-wife team. On larger family sessions we work together, which keeps things relaxed for everyone — including the youngest and the grandparents. If you are expecting, or have a new baby, see our newborn and maternity pages too.
An unhurried hour or two — in a Dublin park, along the coast, at a favourite landmark, or in the comfort of your own home.
A little planning goes a long way
Here is what we usually talk through with families beforehand, so the session runs smoothly and everyone enjoys it.
Preparing children
No need to promise best behaviour — we work with children as they are. A fed, rested child is a happy one, so we plan the time around naps and meals. Bring a favourite toy or snack for little ones, and let us do the coaxing.
What to wear
Coordinate rather than match. Choose colours that complement each other — earth tones and soft neutrals photograph beautifully — and dress everyone in something they are genuinely comfortable in. Traditional and Indian outfits look wonderful outdoors too. We send a full wardrobe guide when you book.
Timing and light
For outdoor sessions the hour before sunset gives the softest, warmest light. In summer that is late evening, in autumn late afternoon. For young children we can also shoot earlier in the day when they are at their brightest.
Group combinations
Tell us the groupings that matter — everyone together, the children on their own, each parent with the kids, the grandparents with the grandchildren. We plan these in advance so nothing is forgotten on the day.
Choosing a location
Pick somewhere with meaning for your family, or let us suggest a Dublin spot to suit the feel you want. If it is a place we have not photographed before, we will look at it in advance.
Weather in Ireland
Irish weather changes quickly, so we keep a flexible eye on the forecast and have a backup plan. A bright, cloudy sky is often ideal for portraits, and we can move the date if conditions are genuinely against us.
Your favourite Dublin spots
We will go wherever means most to your family, or suggest one of our tried-and-tested Dublin locations.
Parks & woodlands
Phoenix Park, Marlay Park, St Anne’s Park — open space, natural light, and room for children to run.
Coast & beach
Howth, Portmarnock, Bray — dramatic coastline backdrops that always photograph beautifully.
Your own home
Where children are most relaxed and genuinely themselves. Morning light at home produces some of our favourite family images.
Dublin city & landmarks
The city centre, Dublin Bay and its harbours, and well-known landmarks make characterful backdrops for a family walk-and-photograph.
What to expect
- Duration1 to 2 hours depending on package
- Images20 to 40 edited photographs depending on package
- Group sizeUp to 6 family members included; larger groups on request
- LocationsDublin parks, coastline, landmarks, or your own home
- DeliveryOnline download link within 7 to 10 business days
- Download link30 days, extended access available
- PriceFrom €200
Photography & film
Every delivered photograph is individually edited and delivered as a high-resolution, print-ready file by online download link. Our Signature and Gold packages also include a short highlight video of the session, and the Gold package gives you the most photographs and a longer session.
Travel
Travel within Dublin is included. Kildare, Meath and Wicklow carry a small travel fee, and other counties a little more — all quoted before you book. We cover families right across Ireland.
The families we love photographing
From the very newest arrivals to four generations in one frame, every family session is built around the people in it.
Young children & toddlers
The wobbly walks, the belly laughs, the little personalities emerging. We follow their lead rather than fight it, and the honest moments are always the best.
Grandparents & extended family
When grandparents are visiting — often from abroad — a session is a lovely way to mark the time together. We make sure everyone is comfortable and included.
Milestones & reunions
A big birthday, an anniversary, a new home, or simply the whole family in one place for once. Tell us what you are marking and we will build the session around it.
Multi-generational & cross-cultural families
Families come in every shape. Some of ours have grandparents visiting from abroad, extended relatives joining the frame, or two cultures woven together under one roof. As a Dublin team who work with Indian and Irish families every week, we understand how to make a session comfortable for everyone — culturally, linguistically and logistically.
However your family is made up, our job is the same: to make sure everyone feels at ease in front of the camera, and to give you photographs that feel true to who you all are.
Family photography packages
Travel within Dublin is included. Kildare, Meath and Wicklow carry a small travel fee, and other counties a little more, all quoted before you book.
A focused one-hour session at one outdoor Dublin location — perfect for updated family portraits.
- Up to 1-hour session
- One outdoor location (Dublin)
- Up to 20 edited photographs
- Online download link
- Delivered within 7–10 business days
A relaxed 1.5-hour session giving time to warm up and capture genuine family moments.
- Up to 1.5-hour session
- One outdoor location (Dublin)
- Up to 30 edited photographs
- Online download link
- Delivered within 7–10 business days
The same relaxed 1.5-hour session and 30 photographs as Classic, plus a highlight video to relive the day.
- Up to 1.5-hour session
- One outdoor location (Dublin)
- Up to 30 edited photographs
- Highlight video
- Online download link
- Delivered within 7–10 business days
Our most complete family package — a 2-hour session, 40 photographs and a highlight video.
- Up to 2-hour session
- One or two Dublin locations
- Up to 40 edited photographs
- Highlight video
- Online download link
- Delivered within 7–10 business days
Every delivered photograph is individually edited. Want more photographs? Extra edited photographs can be added to any package, extra time is €50 per hour, and A4 prints are €15 each. A 2–3 minute highlight film can be added to packages without video for €125.
See recent sessions
We share recent family, newborn and event work on Instagram, and our full portfolio lives in the gallery. Have a look, then tell us what you have in mind.
Family session FAQs
This is genuinely our most common question, and honestly it is not a problem. Children who are “uncooperative” often produce our favourite images. We do not force poses; we follow the child’s lead, give them time to settle, and capture what naturally happens. A parent gently coaxing a toddler is half the story of that age, and it is beautiful.
Standard sessions include up to 6 people. For larger extended-family groups — grandparents, aunts, uncles, cousins — we run extended sessions with a higher headcount. Get in touch and we will quote based on your group size and what you have in mind.
Absolutely — pets are part of the family too. For outdoor sessions, dogs are always welcome. Just let us know in advance so we can plan around them and keep everyone relaxed.
Autumn, from September to November, is our busiest season for a reason — the light is extraordinary and the trees add colour. Spring, around April and May, is also lovely. That said, we photograph year-round and embrace Irish weather: overcast days give beautifully even, soft light that is perfect for portraits.
Yes. Many families prefer a session at home, especially with very young children who are most relaxed in their own space. Morning light through the windows is lovely, and we can move between rooms and the garden. Just mention it when you book so we plan the timing around the light.
We do — we photograph families right across Ireland. Travel within Dublin is included; Kildare, Meath and Wicklow carry a small travel fee, and other counties a little more. We always quote travel clearly before you book.
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Newborn Photography
Gentle, safe newborn sessions with Pravalika in our Clondalkin home studio — for the very first days.
Learn more →Birthday Celebrations
First birthdays, cake smashes and milestone parties, photographed with all the family around.
Learn more →Cultural Events
Naming ceremonies, festivals and family celebrations across many communities and traditions.
Learn more →Capture your family as they are today
Next year they will look different. The year after, even more so. Plan a session now and hold onto this exact moment.