Radu Palicica

As a specialist in family and portrait photography based in Chelsea, Radu Palicica focuses on creating relaxed, honest images that reflect the character and connection within each family. Radu’s work blends a refined portraiture sensibility with a gentle, unobtrusive approach—whether photographing newborns, babies, children or multi-generational family groups. His aim is to produce timeless family portraits that feel lived-in, true and personal. Radu’s process is simple and centred on people. Sessions begin with a conversation about what matters to you: the relationships you want to highlight, the moods you prefer, and any practical needs for very young children or newborns. On the day he works patiently to build a calm atmosphere—soft direction, quiet encouragement and an eye for small, telling moments. This creates images that feel natural rather than staged, allowing genuine expressions and interactions to become the focus of each frame. Technical craft supports the emotional aim. Radu uses thoughtful composition and natural light to keep the attention on faces and relationships, avoiding gimmicks so the portraits remain timeless. For newborn and baby sessions he combines careful handling with a relaxed pace to ensure comfort and safety, while capturing those fleeting early moments with warmth and tenderness. While family portraiture is his speciality, Radu also brings a documentary awareness to his work—an ability to notice candid gestures and fleeting stories that add depth to formal portraits. This photo-story perspective means your gallery will include both posed portraits and authentic, in-between moments that together tell a fuller story of your family. Based in Chelsea, Radu works with families across London, offering studio and on-location sessions tailored to each family’s needs. If you want calm, considered family photos that feel personal and enduring, Radu Palicica provides the steady guidance and photographic eye to create images you’ll return to for years to come.