Cassandra Hannagan is a Sydney-based freelance commercial photographer with a sharp eye, a calm presence, and a knack for finding the magic in the moment. Specialising in lifestyle, food, venues, events, portraiture, and advertising photography, she moves effortlessly between polished campaigns and beautifully unscripted human moments.

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Over her accomplished career, Cassandra has worked with an impressive mix of cultural icons, global brands, and creative trailblazers, including ABC, Sydney Symphony Orchestra, Barangaroo, The Rocks, Camp Quality,  Getty Images, UNSW,  Sydney Opera House, Museum of Contemporary Art Australia, Time Out, Concrete Playground, Darling Harbour, Carriageworks, CanTeen, ICC Sydney, NSW Health, and The Guardian. From major productions to nimble editorial shoots, she brings the same mix of professionalism, warmth, and creative spark.

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A proud Sydneysider, Cassandra has photographed just about every kind of event the city can throw at her — glittering openings, intimate gatherings, large-scale festivals, and everything in between. She knows how to read a room, chase the light, and capture not just how it looked, but how it felt.

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Brands and PR teams love working with Cassandra because she understands both the art and the brief.

She collaborates closely with marketing and advertising teams to deliver smart, targeted campaigns — always on time, on budget, and without drama. 

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Portraiture is where Cassandra  shines. Whether she’s photographing artists, public figures, or people sharing deeply personal stories, she creates a space where her subjects feel seen and safe. The result? Images that feel alive — honest, textured, and full of personality.

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Her personal projects reveal the heart behind the lens. Cassandra documented the closure of The Riverside Centre in Orange, preserving the story of the last remaining institution for people with disabilities in regional NSW with sensitivity and care. 

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Professional, intuitive, and highly experienced, Cassandra Hannagan is available for commercial projects, editorial commissions, events, and collaborations — delivering thoughtful, high-quality photography with clarity and purpose.