Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding & Portrait Photographer in Markethill
Established in 2009, Sara Dalzell Photography specialises in capturing life's most precious moments through wedding, newborn, family, and portrait photography. Based in Markethill, Co. Armagh, our contemporary studio serves clients across Northern Ireland, the UK, and Ireland. With over 18 years of experience in wedding photography and 16 years in family portraiture, we combine artistic vision with technical expertise to create timeless images. Our services include on-location shoots at venues like Gosford Forest Park and Clare Glen, as well as in-studio sessions tailored to milestones such as maternity, newborns, and birthdays.We prioritise client comfort, offering flexible scheduling including evenings and Sundays by appointment. Our portfolio showcases documentary-style wedding coverage, safe and professional newborn sessions, and family portraits that celebrate individuality. As a mother of three, Sara brings personal insight to child photography, ensuring sessions remain relaxed and authentic. We provide comprehensive packages from 60 for portrait sessions to 1250+ for full-day wedding coverage, with optional add-ons like wall art and digital collections.
Services
Wedding Photography
Newborn Photography
Family Portraits
Portrait Sessions
Engagement Photography
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of wedding photography experience across Ireland and the UK
- Our newborn sessions combine professional training with maternal understanding
- Flexible packages available for weddings from 3-hour to 2-day coverage
- Safe, certified studio environment with natural light and outdoor location options
- Personalised approach for family milestones from maternity to birthdays
Associations and certifications
- PPANI Family Photographer of the Year 2021
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing Northern Ireland's most iconic venues. Services include pre-wedding consultations, timeline coordination, and post-processing of 400+ edited images. Packages start at 1250 for 8-hour coverage with optional album design and second shooter services.
Newborn Photography
Specialised newborn sessions using professional posing techniques and safety protocols. Includes use of studio props, wraps, and parent-inclusive compositions. Sessions last 2 hours with optional home visits available across Co. Armagh and surrounding areas.
Family Portraits
Custom family photography sessions in studio or outdoor locations like Gosford Forest Park. Services include wardrobe coordination advice and milestone celebrations such as birthdays and reunions. Available as 1-hour sessions starting at 60.
Portrait Sessions
Professional portrait photography for personal or professional use. Options include headshots, maternity portraits, and graduation photography. Sessions include 20+ edited digital images with print release permission included in 60 base fee.
Watch Me Grow
Three-visit newborn photography package covering first year milestones. Includes maternity, newborn (under 3 weeks), and sitter stage sessions with coordinated styling across all shoots. Total investment of 180 covers all three 1-2 hour sessions.
People
Sara Dalzell
Lead Photographer
With 18 years' experience in wedding photography and 16 years specialising in newborn and family portraits, Sara combines technical expertise with maternal insight. A Liverpool Photography Degree graduate, she was named PPANI Family Photographer of the Year 2021.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialise in?
We specialise in documentary-style wedding photography and natural-light portraiture, with particular expertise in newborn safety posing and family milestone photography.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes, we cover weddings across Northern Ireland, Ireland, and the UK. Travel fees may apply for locations outside Co. Armagh.
What's included in wedding packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, 400+ edited images, online gallery access, and optional album design. Custom 3-hour to 2-day packages available starting at £1250.
How should we prepare for newborn sessions?
Sessions work best under 3 weeks old. Bring extra nappies, feeding supplies, and any sentimental props. We provide all posing equipment and wraps.
Can we choose session locations?
Yes! We offer studio sessions in Markethill or outdoor locations including Gosford Forest Park, Clare Glen, and Palace Stables. Home visits available for newborns.
What print options are available?
We offer professional printing from 4x6" cards to framed wall art. Digital packages include print rights, with individual files from £45 or full gallery access at £275.
Reviews (7)
Laura Willis
Apr 02, 2021
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Sara is fantastic both with children and animals! Brilliant photographer. She puts everyone at ease especially if you have a few over active kids running around.
Kristen King Gillanders
Dec 16, 2020
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Absolutely amazing!! Sara put the kids so at ease and made it fun for them!! They loved the experience as much as I loved the results!!! Wouldn’t go to anyone else!
Rachael Crozier
Aug 14, 2020
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We booked Sara to take some photos of our extended family. we knew there'd be some nice pictures, but didn't realise how many. they are beautiful. Sara managed to put us all at ease and capture some precious pictures of our parents with all their grandchildren, each individual family, and us all as a group. we are so happy with the end result and glad that we arranged this. would highly recommend Sara and have a feeling we'll be booking her again to capture us as we grow.
Cara O'Rourke
Nov 24, 2019
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We went to Sara for our little boys 1st Birthday shoot. She was brilliant and kept him smiling and entertained throughout. I can’t wait to see the photos!
Suzanne Gillespie
Feb 03, 2019
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Have been to Sara a few times now and would definitely recommend her, very patient with kids and her photos always turn out great!
Sarah-Anne Williamson
Jan 30, 2019
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I have had 4 sessions done by Sara, she is absolutely amazing! 2 of the sessions was with my daughter and she was so patient! Will definitely go back for more sessions!
Andrea Harbinson
Jan 30, 2019
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Sara has captured all my babies first year...can't recommend enough Sara's professionalism and caring nature is amazing...delighted with each image captured and that I can treasure these for a life time..
