Phenomenal Photographer, Outstanding Leader, & a Must Hire!
We chose Daniela’s 12-hour package because I wanted her with us from my morning get-ready all the way to the dance floor—and it was worth every minute. The package also included an engagement session at no extra cost, which was absolutely fantastic.
Daniela is exactly who she says she is: responsive, respectful, a natural leader, and an incredibly talented photographer. Her tagline, “here to make you feel seen and heard,” is spot on because she truly made us feel that way throughout the entire process.
From our very first communication, Daniela was a dream to work with. She offered thoughtful recommendations for engagement session locations, wedding day timelines, and photography tips. This was so appreciated by me as I was the first in my family to get married and had no roadmap. Our engagement shoot at R.C. Harris Water Plant was pure joy, and the photos were stunning. People even thought the location was in the Mediterranean!
Both my husband and I aren’t the best with posing, but Daniela guided us every step of the way. She provided pre-session questions to help us prepare and created an environment where we felt safe to relax, let go, and just be in love. The result was natural, joyful photos that truly captured who we are as a couple.
One thing that really stood out to us was how Daniela captures true-to-life color and celebrates melanated skin!!!!! Black couples, you can trust Daniela to capture you well! Both my husband and I are dark-complexioned, and she made sure our photos reflected our natural tones beautifully. She also provides teaser photos within a week of the event, which was such a nice treat, and her overall turnaround time for albums is very reasonable compared to other vendors. She does exactly what she says she will do, and consistently delivers.
What sets Daniela apart even more is that she focuses on you, the couple. Wedding days can be overwhelming with so many opinions, but Daniela always keeps the spotlight on the stars of the day. She has no problem standing up to others (respectfully, of course) when needed, ensuring that your wishes and vision come first (I witnessed this firsthand!).
On the wedding day, Daniela’s leadership shone even beyond photography. Some vendors dropped the ball that day, but Daniela noticed issues, stepped in when needed, and also knew when to step back and let others handle things. Her presence was calming and confident, which made a huge difference when I started feeling overwhelmed.
Daniela is now officially my go-to photographer, and I am so grateful for her talent, professionalism, and incredible presence on our wedding day. If you want someone who is not only a phenomenal photographer but also a true leader who always prioritizes the couple, Daniela is the one.