PHILOSOPHY
When I engage with an individual or a family for a portrait session, I do everything I can to set them up for success. That means getting to know my clients. Helping to find the location that best suits their personality. Helping them make appropriate wardrobe and prop choices. Choosing a time and a place that we will have the best light and best conditions. But most importantly, it means making them feel comfortable enough to be themselves. When my clients are at ease and experiencing joy —whether it’s a child chasing a leaf, or a grandmother surrounded by her extended clan—that is when I have the privilege of preserving a special moment in time.
Sue’s photographs capture the essence of our children perfectly. She was able to put our kids at ease and in a short photo session produce so many amazing shots that we are having a difficult time choosing! Her demeanor is lovely and professional and the results are fantastic!
Love, love, love Susan Ogar Photography! We had Susan take photos of our six year old twins (not an easy task!). She is a thoughtful photographer who took the time to learn what we wanted and added great ideas of her own. She caught the kids with such great facial expressions—you can really see their personalities come through the pictures. I also loved her garden studio—the vibrant flowers, bench and rock wall. I will treasure the photos forever!
Love Susan, and feel so blessed to have had her not only do my daughters senior pics (rave reviews) but also family pics that day!! Considering I hate pics of myself but bought 2 of them from her speaks volumes!!! She was able to capture my daughters heart so quickly, she knew exactly what to do with her to get the best pictures, I will treasure them for ever!
Sue is an amazing photographer! She always captures my daughter’s true personality in each photo. I love how Sue likes to take photographs outside – she finds the perfect spot and lighting in any natural setting to make each photo unique and creative. Sue is both easygoing and confident, and it’s clear that she loves what she does.
STYLE
In addition to being a professional photographer, I’m a wife and a Mom to two kids. I know what it’s like to try to pose a family. When you tell a kid to smile, the result is often inauthentic at best. When you ask a teenage boy who lives in sweats to put on a tie, he may have a hard time being himself. And the resulting photos will show it. That’s why I stay relaxed and approachable when I take photographs—and encourage you to do the same. And I strive to capture those moments of authenticity—whenever and wherever they appear—always mindful of composition, light, and perspective.
I recently completed training and obtained accreditation with Special Kids Photography of America (SKPA). The accreditation enhances my solid professional photography experience and skill base of over 15 years.
Kids and adults with disabilities deserve beautiful portraits too!
Unique methods, communication skills, and sensitivity are needed when photographing children with special needs, disabilities, and serious illnesses. The SKPA accreditation training brings awareness through researched knowledge to specific techniques that may be required to ensure a successful photography session with less stress and frustration throughout the interaction.
BIOGRAPHY
It’s true that one of my greatest joys is telling your life story.
Capturing the small special moments along with milestones of life is what I offer to you. I’ve been working with both the Professional Photographers of Massachusetts and the Professional Photographers of America for over 10 years to improve and expand my work though education and training.
I’m honored to take on the job of preserving your memories of today for tomorrow.
AWARDS
PPAM 2018
Photographic Excellence
Degree
PPAM 2017
Creative Theme
Award
Wicked Local 2015
Reader’s Choice
Award
PPA 2015
Loan Collection
Merit Award
PPAM 2015
Judge’s Choice
Award
PPAM 2019 Portrait Court of Honors
Highest scoring portrait at the Massachusetts Professional Photography yearly Convention.
2022 PPA Bronze Photographer
of the Year
Bronze Medalist at Professional Photographers of America’s 2022 International Photographic Competition
Master of Photography (M.Photog.) Degree
The Master of Photography degree is awarded by PPA to photographers for their superior photographic skills demonstrated through the Photographic Open category of PPA’s International Photographic Competition, advanced education, and service to the industry.
NORTHBOROUGH – At the 131st Annual Professional Photographers of America (PPA) Conference on January 23 in Nashville, Tenn., Northborough photographer Susan Ogar of Susan Ogar Photography was awarded a Masters in Photography degree. Ogar was one of only 88 recipients nationwide…
Northborough – Photographer Susan Ogar has loved taking photos since she was seven years old. Her focus has always been to capture the true spirit of those she photographs. She recently completed training and obtained accreditation with Special Kids Photography of America (SKPA). Unique methods, communication skills and sensitivity are needed when photographing children with special needs, disabilities and serious illnesses. The accreditation training focuses on techniques to ensure a successful photography session with less stress and frustration throughout the interaction.