Ana Dorado Photographer choosing backdrops
A florist in profile arranging alstroemeria by candle-warm light
Hands holding a stack of handmade speckled ceramic cups
A portrait of a man holding up a stop hand against a pink background
A maker crouched among spools of coloured thread in her shop
Turquoise ceramic plates and cups on a white surface
Irish maker holding a colourful stack of handcrafted products in her studio
Irish gin gift box styled with botanicals for product photography
Natural skincare products styled on a tropical leaf backdrop
Artisan food products arranged in an overhead lifestyle flat lay
Woman wearing a handmade pendant necklace for jewellery branding photography
Skincare and beauty products styled with dried flowers
Irish florist arranging a bouquet of red and pink flowers
A ceramicist in a red apron sitting on a garden bench with a cup
A glassblower holding molten glass at a glowing furnace

Be seen. Be known. Be the brand.

I'm Ana Dorado — photographer and educator. I work with artists, makers and creative businesses across Ireland, creating photographs that help people understand the value of your work, your process and the person behind it.

My services

Handmade Irish ceramic tableware styled for product photography

Your products were made with care, and your photographs should show that. Styled, honest images for your website, your shop and your social media.

Textile designer holding red rose fabric in her sewing studio

Photographs of you and your world — the hands, the process, the space, the story. Natural, editorial images that help people connect with you before they ever enquire.

Maker photographing products with a smartphone during an Irish workshop

Practical product photography workshops for maker groups and creative businesses. Your members can learn with their phones, natural light and the products they already make.

  • Irish ceramic artist photographed in her studio for a branding photography session.

    Ana truly captured the heart of my ceramics brand Stories by Ola. She understood my vision from the start and brought it to life with calm confidence and a beautiful eye for detail. The photos feel like me — earthy, intentional, and full of quiet beauty. I couldn’t be happier with the result. Highly recommend!

    Stories by Ola

  • Artist holding a paintbrush holder, surrounded by colorful artwork on the wall in an art studio.

    I couldn’t recommend Ana enough. She came prepared and didn’t stop until she was satisfied. I let Ana lead, and it was interesting watching another creative at work. I plan on using these photos on my website, my social media channels, and for marketing materials such as flyers, brochures, and advertisements. It feels like a good investment for my business, helping me create a strong visual identity that sets me apart from the competition and connects with my target audience.

    Maura, The Messy Brunette

  • Carol Feller, founder of Stolen Stitches, photographed at her knitting studio for a branding photography session.

    Ana was a dream to work with, fantastic photos and had some easy to implement ways of improving our photography.

    Carol Feller, Stolen Stitches

  • Lifestyle branding photograph showing customers enjoying a meal in a restaurant.

    We are delighted with Ana's work. She went above and beyond to meet our needs. We can't wait to work with Ana again in the future. We are so lucky to have Ana in our Neighbourhood!

    Neighbourhood, Naas

 

I’m Ana, a photographer and educator based in Naas, Co. Kildare. I’m interested in how things are made, the people making them and the details that are easy to overlook.

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Ana Dorado
 

Let’s plan your photographs

What are you making, and where do you need the photographs to work? We’ll talk through your ideas, the details worth showing and the images you need for your website, shop or social media.