Your Spokane Wedding Photographer…and a little more 😉

Hey there! I’m Danielle, but please call me Dani! If you’ve clicked on this blog post, you’re probably curious about the person behind all these photos. Well, you’re in the right place!

I’m excited to share that there is more to me than just being a Spokane Wedding Photographer. I want to share what lights me up inside, what I do when I’m not behind the camera, and a little bit of my story and how I got started with photography. It’s always nice to put a face to the name and get to know the person you’re trusting with your photos. I aim to genuinely connect with you, my clients, and become friends rather than just being a random photographer.

So, without further ado, let’s dive into what I love and have a fun “get to know me” moment!

The face behind the lens

First things first: I’m a wife and mom to two incredible kids—a daughter and a son—who bring more joy to my life than I ever could have imagined. We also have a goofy, fluffy sheepadoodle who keeps us laughing.

I love California (prior home) and Hawaii (where I was born) and we recently moved to beautiful Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, in the summer of 2025. I plan to continue photographing in all three locations whenever I can!

One of my favorite things to do is get outside, walk with my cutie fam, an iced matcha in hand and feel the beaming sun on my skin. I low-key feel like my best self during the summer when I got a glowy tan going on (I know I am not alone on this!) Besides being outdoors, I love having my camera on hand and capturing those candid moments that make time stop at a standstill.

What lights me up?!

I love capturing joyful, meaningful moments—whether it’s your wedding day, a pregnancy announcement, or a candid family photo. As a Spokane Wedding Photographer, my passion is freezing those fleeting moments that make time stand still. My favorite days are spent outdoors with my family—iced matcha in hand, sun on my skin, and laughter filling the air. I also cherish the quieter moments: a sweet gaze from my kids, laughter with my husband Max, or jumping into the ocean at sunset.

What does this look like for you? It’s capturing the moment you say the easiest “yes” of your life, watching your special person down on one knee. Having everyone you love in one room, celebrating your incredible journey together. The joy of a positive pregnancy test and sharing the news with the world. It’s capturing a precious photo with a grandparent that you’ll cherish forever. These moments and more light me up like no other!

Day to Day moments

What will you find me doing day to day?

As a mom and business owner, I’ve learned to juggle both roles, making each day unique. Here’s a glimpse into my daily routine:

My mornings start with the sweetest sound – a little “mama!” calling from the other room. Sometimes I wake up with the biggest smile, other days, I wish for a bit more sleep (not a natural morning person here!). Our mornings usually start outside with walks or park visits, and during nap time, I dive into editing, emails, and blogging. Evenings are for family, dinner, and cozy nights with a bowl of vanilla ice cream topped with chocolate sauce. Every day is a mix of family fun and creative hustle—and I wouldn’t have it any other way.

My journey as a Spokane Wedding Photographer

My journey started thanks to my amazing husband, Max, and his sister, a professional photographer who saw a spark in me I hadn’t recognized. With her guidance, I began assisting on weddings and shoots in 2020 and started shooting my own weddings in 2021. Since then, I’ve grown my skills, refined my style, and built a business that prioritizes intentional, meaningful experiences for my clients.

Photography isn’t just what I do—it’s part of who I am. I’m here to create images that capture the joy, love, and connection in your life, and I genuinely want to connect with my clients as friends, not just as a photographer.

A note to you!

If you’ve made it to the end… THANK YOU! It means the world to me that you took the time to get to know me, your California wedding photographer, and I can’t wait to get to know you, too! Your support truly means everything. If you’d like to chat more, feel free to fill out my contact page. Let me know if you’d like to hop on a FaceTime call or even meet up for coffee!

 If you haven’t already go ahead and check out what’s included in my wedding packages & experience! You’ll learn what it’s like to work with me, what planning help I offer, read FAQs, see the booking process, starting pricing, and more! 

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