They say, ‘Never work with children or animals,’ I do both.

Hello - I am Suzi Darsa - The Highgate Family Photographer and I took the plunge in 2019 to turn my passion for photography into my business. With a background of working in the arts - at The Tate Galleries, The British Journal of Photography and at a leading image library, I launched my photography business The Highgate Dog Photographer and have found success photographing beautiful dogs and their lovely owners. However, I also discovered that my passion for photography could not be sated with photographing dogs alone! My desire to capture beautiful and perfect moments remains a constant desire and I have extended my career to working with families to create informal and touching photography that captures the essence of family.

I understand that the thought of organising a photoshoot for your family can be daunting - with everyone expected to be on their best behaviour and look perfect. As a mum of two girls, I know that when it comes to kids (and adults!) nothing ever goes quite to plan, which is why the images I shoot are as natural and relaxed as possible, with no pressure to perform. Beauty can be found in the everyday and that is what my photography celebrates.

Asking a child to smile and look at the camera is a sure fire way of getting them to do anything but, so a photography session with me is more akin to having a friend round for a cuppa, who just happens to have a camera. Happy kids make happy parents, which makes for great photos.

If you are interested in finding out more, please do get in touch.

Session fees start at £185 and include a £35 credit that can be spent on framed prints, digital files and mounted prints. I also photograph children’s parties and other great family events, so please do get in touch to discuss how I can help you capture some timeless and beautiful memories of your family.