Irina Astakhova Photographer Barcelona

I’m Irina Astakhova, a photographer based in Barcelona and Sant Cugat del Vallès, specialising in family photography. Since I began working with families, I’ve learned to pause and capture the simple, telling moments that shape each home’s story: glances, hugs, laughter and everyday gestures. My aim is to create natural, lifestyle images that reflect each family’s personality and the bonds between its members. Why choose a session with me? I bring more than ten years of experience to your memories. My approach is warm and calm: I create a relaxed atmosphere where children feel free to play and parents can be themselves. I prefer gentle direction over rigid posing, which allows me to capture spontaneous, authentic moments that you’ll treasure. I work in outdoor locations across Sant Cugat and Barcelona as well as in indoor settings when that better suits your family’s story. How do I work? Before the session we talk to understand your needs: the style of images you like, suitable locations and the times that work best for children. I provide practical recommendations on clothing and preparation so the shoot day is simple and stress-free. During the session I combine warm portraits with natural interaction shots, aiming for a varied gallery useful for albums, frames and social media. All photos are delivered professionally edited and ready to publish, with retouching to ensure a consistent, true-to-you look. While my core expertise is family photography — including newborns and kids — I also offer portrait sessions as a complementary service when needed. My strongest positioning and experience, however, remain focused on families: capturing connection and translating it into emotive images that last. If you’re looking for a family photographer in Sant Cugat del Vallès who values authenticity, calm and carefully crafted results, I would be delighted to accompany you and help preserve the memories that matter.