Family session Guide
 
For families who hate posing, feel awkward in front of a camera, but still want photos that make you go:
“Ah here… look at us.”
 
 
If the thoughts of standing in a field pretending to be perfect makes you want to leg it, relax. I’m not that type of photographer.
I’m here for the real stuff. The muddy knees, the big laughs, the meltdowns, the cuddles, the “DON’T LICK THAT” moments, all of it.
Think of this like meeting a friend for a wander. I just happen to bring a camera… and occasionally suggest we stop in a pub.
No pressure. No weird posing. No “look at me and smile like you’re passing the NCT.”
Just you being yourselves and me catching the magic of that.
 
five star reviews!
It’s immediately clear from Deirdre’s portfolio that she’s an amazing photographer. From the moment she first replies to your inquiry, you’ll be able to tell that the amazingness transcends her art and is just part of the core of who she is.
My family and I recently traveled to Dublin and wanted to have photos to capture our family trip. Deirdre was so communicative and immensely helpful during the booking phase. I didn’t have any clear idea of exactly what I wanted - just a feeling. She went the extra mile to understand our group dynamics, hopes, and dreams by sending a questionnaire before the session (and she remembered all the details when we finally met!). Deirdre made perfect recommendations and took so much of the pressure off planning the session.
On the day we finally met, we were greeted with a hug and smiles all around. It felt as though we had known each other ages. Deirdre helped us loosen up by giving great cues. Some felt silly in the moment but made us laugh so much that the resulting images are pure gold. She truly captured all of the love and silliness of our group. She also led us all around Dublin (we walked so far!) and we got to see areas we may have otherwise missed. The session was so fun that it was an experience in and of itself!
I couldn’t recommend Deirdre more highly. She has so much warmth, heart, and talent and delivers stunning memories. We will definitely be re-booking with her the next time we’re in Ireland.
Elizabeth
My Approach
I’m allergic to perfection.
If your child has a meltdown? Grand, I’ll photograph it.
If your hair is blowing sideways? Gorgeous, that’s Ireland being Ireland.
If your kid legs it into a puddle? Happy days, movement is class in photos.
I’m not here to stage mannequin vibes. I’m here to create photos that feel like life.
My sessions are:
80% craic
20% me saying “Ah that’s gorgeous, stay there one sec”
0% stress
You don’t need to perform. Just show up as you are.
 
About me
 
 
I’m Deirdre, a family photography fanatic, lover of emotional chaos, and fully qualified with a BA in Photography.
Awards? Yep. Published? Yep. Do I still love photographing muck, mayhem, and pure joy? Absolutely.
Available throughout Dublin, Meath and Ireland
 
 
"The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even when the people in it do."
 
 
- Andy Warhol
 
 
Process
 
Step 01
We’ll have the chats over the phone, proper chats.
You tell me:
Who’s who
Who’s wild
Who’s shy
Where you love to go as a family
And anything else you want me to know
We’ll pick the perfect time, the perfect spot, and make a rough plan that feels like a day out — not a mission.
Step 02
This is going to be the least stressful thing !
We’ll:
Walk
Explore
Mess
Laugh
Stop for chats
Capture the magic in the in-betweens
I’ll guide you gently, but nothing will ever feel staged or stiff. We don’t do mannequin energy here.
Basically: you be you. I’ll sort the rest.
Step 03
Two weeks later: BOOM, your gallery arrives.
You get:
All the best edited images
A slideshow that absolutely wallops the heart
Online gallery
Access to professional printing labs
 
Locations
BEACHES
Portmarnock
Bettystown
Mornington
Malahide
Dollymount
Howth coast
PARKS & FORESTS
Saint Anne’s Park
Newbridge House
Dun Na Rí Forest Park
Erica’s Fairy Forest
Tara Hill
Kingscourt Park
Lough Ramor
OLD RUINS & EPIC HISTORY
Fore Abbey
Bective Abbey
Loughcrew
CITY ADVENTURES
Dublin laneways
Georgian streets
Temple Bar
At home sessions
Pure comfort. Pure chaos. Pure honesty.
Your home is the heart of your story.
Think:
Jumping on beds
Playing games
Baking
Reading stories
Real life as it happens
No pressure to clean. I’m photographing life, not selling kitchens.
WHAT TO WEAR (ZERO PRESSURE EDITION)
Here’s the gospel truth:
Wear whatever the hell you feel good in.
But if you want tips:
Don’t match, coordinate.
Earthy tones look class.
Avoid big logos (unless you’re sponsored by Lidl).
Fit > baggy.
Comfort is king, queen and the whole royal family.
And don’t bring clothes you’ll cry over if they get dirty. They will get dirty.
What to bring
Snacks (priority)
Water
Wellies (Ireland.)
Wipes + small towel
Bubbles or small toys
A cosy blanket
Your dog, if they’re sound
Weather guide
Light rain? Gorgeous.
Wind? Stunning movement.
Clouds? Chef’s kiss.
Storms? We reschedule unless you fancy a full moody Viking vibe.
I’ll keep an eye on the forecast — like a mother watching her young fella cross the road.
TIMING
Outdoor sessions = golden hour. Trust me, it’s magic.
At-home sessions = late morning when the light hits right.
We’ll schedule around nap chaos, snack chaos, and general life chaos.
Events
Up to 3 hours
Entire gallery (200+)to download for self printing.
A slideshow to music
Includes travel within Dublin, Cavan & Meath
*Excluding Weddings & Elopements.
 
€1,200
 
Classic
Up to 90 min session
All edited digital images (80+) to download
A slideshow to music
Includes travel within Dublin, Cavan & Meath
 
€650
 
Short Story
 
Half an Hour Session
25 edited digital images
Option to upgrade to full gallery
Best suited to a single nearby outdoor location or in home session.
Includes travel within Dublin, Cavan & Meath
 
 
€475
 
five star reviews!
Deirdre is an incredible photographer! I adore her work and as a photographer myself with so many photographers to choose from to photograph my own family, Deirdre was the clear choice for me.
Not only did I know I could place my trust 100% in her ability but she brought warmth and ease to the session. She's a joy to be around and immediately makes everyone feel at ease.
The photos brought tears to all our eyes. She captured us so perfectly. My only issue is wanting to print every single image!!
Deirdre, thank you for taking some really important moments and capturing them beyond my wildest dreams!
We'll be booking again without any shadow of a doubt!!
five star reviews!
We found Deirdre online and decided to take a chance. Honestly we couldn't have been happier with how everything turned out. The photos are stunning, we were blown away.
You see stand out shots on photographers websites but never really think that's what you'll get, it's just for the lucky few. Our shoot returned so many stand outs, we couldn't believe it!
And it wasn't just the results, the day itself was so much fun. Deirdre is so personable, the time flew by and everyone was so relaxed in her company. She's a total pro and I would recommend her to anyone.
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FINAL NOTE
You don’t need perfect hair. You don’t need perfect kids. You don’t need to pretend.
You just show up as your wild, wonderful, messy selves.
I’ll do the rest, capturing your story exactly as it is, exactly as you’ll want to remember it.
Love, chaos, and a bit of muck on the knees , that’s where the magic lives.