New York City Family & Pet Photographer

Photographing New York City families, children, and dogs through candid, natural, and documentary-style photography for over 15 years.

Hi! I'm Susie Mann, a New York City family photographer specializing in family photography, pet photography, newborn photography, and documentary-style family photography throughout Manhattan, Brooklyn, the Upper West Side, Central Park, and Riverside Park.

I create natural, joyful photographs for families who want genuine moments instead of stiff poses. Whether you're worried your children won't cooperate, your dog won't sit still, or you simply want photographs that feel like real life, I'll guide you through a relaxed experience that results in images you'll treasure for years to come.

Families trust me because I see more than smiles. I notice the little moments that often go unnoticed—the hand your child reaches for without thinking, the way your family laughs together, the glance between parents, or your dog weaving through everyone's legs. Those small, ordinary moments become extraordinary with time. My goal isn't simply to create beautiful photographs; it's to preserve the feeling of this season of your family's life so that years from now, you'll remember not just how everyone looked, but how it all felt.

A family of four standing in front of a carousel at an amusement park, with a glass enclosure reflecting the carousel and a large canopy overhead.
Two young girls with blonde hair and blue eyes lying on a bed, making silly faces and smiling.
Black and white photo of a woman holding a baby close to her chest, both with their eyes closed, indoors.
A family walking outdoors near a river, consisting of a woman, a man, and a young girl. The woman is wearing a patterned dress and a brown jacket, and the man is dressed in a blue patterned jacket and dark pants. The young girl is smiling, holding ha
A woman with blonde hair holding a young girl with blonde hair in a park with green trees and grass. The girl is laughing and wearing a yellow dress, while the woman is smiling and wearing a light-colored top and blue jeans.
A woman in a white dress is holding her pregnant belly with both hands in a forested area.
A family of four enjoying a park, with a young girl in a blue dress being swung by her father, while the mother holds a young boy, and bubbles float in the air around them.
A woman smiling and hugging two young boys in front of a carousel ride at an amusement park.
A golden retriever dog sleeping on a white sofa with a newborn baby dressed in pink and white laying on the sofa with a pink flower headband in a living room.
A young girl wearing a white lace dress holding her foot, with the focus on her lower leg.
A young girl wearing a pink shirt with a white bear face design, a light pink tulle skirt with black polka dots, white sneakers, and a gold crown with jewel accents, standing against a plain white background.
A man and a woman standing close together against a plain white background. The woman is leaning her head on the man's shoulder. The woman has long, wavy light brown hair and is wearing a white unbuttoned shirt with the sleeves rolled up, and blue je
A woman with curly red hair smiling and holding a black and white cat on her shoulder.
A group of five people walking outdoors in a park during autumn, with trees showing fall foliage and the sun shining brightly in the background.
A woman holding a young boy smiling with the Brooklyn Bridge and people in the park in the background.
A family of three standing in a park with tall buildings in the background. The parents are smiling and holding their child's hands. The child, wearing a bib with the initials 'HDB', is smiling at the camera.
A family of three sitting on a bench in front of a fountain with a bronze angel sculpture, surrounded by lush green trees.
A cheerful family of three enjoying a walk outdoors in an urban area, with the mother and father holding hands as they lift their young child between them.
A family of three sitting on the grass in a park, smiling and playing together, with trees and houses in the background during autumn.
Two children, a boy and a girl, standing close together on a city sidewalk with their arms around each other, smiling. The Brooklyn Bridge is visible in the background.
A woman with black, curly hair holding a child with short curly hair, sitting on a park bench surrounded by trees and greenery.
A black and white photo of a young girl holding hands with an adult, possibly her parent, showing a tender moment.
A young child with curly blonde hair, blue eyes, wearing a blue dress, white socks, and white shoes, sitting on concrete stairs outside, looking slightly to the side.
A young baby with blue eyes smiling and crawling on a white bed, with an older girl with curly hair looking at the baby, both wearing light-colored pajamas.
A family of four walking in a park during late afternoon or early evening, with leafless trees and city buildings in the background. The father is lifting a young girl, and the mother holds the hand of a young boy. The family appears happy and enjoyi
A smiling family of three adults and a young girl enjoying time outdoors in a park with lush green trees and a tall apartment building in the background.
A woman wearing tan boots and white pants happily carrying a laughing young girl in a pink dress, while another young boy in gray and blue sneakers crouches on the ground in an outdoor urban setting with several other people and a cityscape in the ba
Close-up of a child's hand being gently held by an adult's hand, with the child's thumb through the adult's fingers. The adult is wearing a wristwatch and a wedding band, and the child is wearing a blue shirt with a frog pattern. The background shows
A woman smiling and looking at a baby lying on a bed, holding the baby's hands, with a background of framed maps on the wall.
A dog with a brown coat and black face showing its tongue, outdoors on a leaf-covered ground, with a person wearing white shoes and dark pants partially visible.
A woman and a man are kissing each other on the cheek while holding a small black pug dog between them outdoors with blurred greenery in the background.
A man with blonde hair and a mustache sitting on the floor in a living room, holding a small dog in his lap. He is wearing a white tank top and dark pants. The room has a gray sofa with colorful pillows and a striped blue and gray rug.
Black curly-haired dog wearing a collar with pink and orange tags, sitting on fallen leaves in a park during autumn, with trees and sunlight in the background.
A man and woman with two dogs sitting on rocks near the ocean, smiling at each other.
A small black and white puppy with a gold collar sitting on a concrete sidewalk in front of a brick building with an air conditioning unit and metal gate.
A newborn baby sleeping on a textured blanket, wearing a gray knit hat with black eyes and a pom-pom on top, and a gray knit diaper cover.
A family of three sitting on a bed with a puppy, in a bedroom with dark wood furniture and a lamp.
A sleeping baby in a red onesie lying between a man and a woman, who are both lying down facing each other, on a bed with gray sheets.
A black and white photo of a baby being held by a woman seated on a couch, with a man standing close and looking at the baby. The scene is in a brightly lit room with large windows, white walls, and a painting of a donkey on the wall. There is a stuf
A pregnant woman standing outdoors in autumn, gently cradling her belly with both hands, surrounded by colorful fall trees.
A family of four standing outdoors in a wooded area with fall foliage, smiling for the camera. The child on the man's shoulders is giving a piggyback ride, and the sun is shining through the trees.
Two people are standing close together with one person’s hand on the other's stomach. The person on the left is wearing a maroon sweater and has painted nails, with a ring on their finger. The person on the right is wearing a light-colored sweater.
Person holding a pair of white baby shoes with gold polka dots.

This is the part you’ll miss someday.

The way your child reaches for you.

The way your dog follows you from room to room.

The version of your life that exists right now — before it quietly changes.

I photograph families in a way that feels natural, relaxed, and true to you.

No stiff posing. No pressure. Just connection, light, and moments that actually matter.

You don’t have to know what to do.

Most people come to a session feeling a little unsure —

how to stand, what to do, how to be in front of the camera.

You don’t have to think about any of that.

I guide you the entire time so you can relax, be present, and actually enjoy it.

Most people leave saying it felt easier than they expected —

and that they genuinely had fun.

This isn’t a photoshoot. It’s your life, documented.

This isn’t a photoshoot. It’s your life, documented.

A family of five walking through a grassy field during overcast weather. The woman is holding hands with a young boy, while the man holds a small girl in a yellow dress. Other children are walking alongside them.
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