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For 15 years, I worked as a 911 operator and emergency dispatcher. I was the calm voice on the line when everything felt overwhelming  when people were scared, confused, or just trying to hold it together. I stayed steady through emergencies, chaos, and silence. I guided people through some of the hardest moments of their lives with nothing but my voice and a whole lot of heart. Now? I get to be there for the best moments instead.

I get to be part of your most important moments. I get to create. I get to work from home (in sweatpants, let’s be real), then show up fully present for couples like you, camera in hand and heart wide open.

I get to help you through a day that’s emotional, unpredictable, and unforgettable and then give you something to hold onto when it’s all a blur.

It’s creative, it’s meaningful, it’s mine. And I wouldn’t trade it for anything.

I'm Dana, your Central California Wedding Photographer

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How I got here

Holding Space for the Moments That Matter Most

I bring that same calm energy into every wedding I photograph, whether you're eloping in the forest, dancing under twinkle lights, or celebrating with all your loved ones. I know how to guide gently, and stay grounded no matter what the day brings.

My job isn’t just to take pretty pictures. It’s to hold space for the real stuff, the nerves, the deep breaths, the quiet moments between the big ones. I’m there to help you feel fully present and to capture the magic that unfolds when you do.

This is my dream job and honestly, it’s amazing

Photography found me and I found my purpose

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My Husband Justin

He is my person and I couldn't imagine doing life without him. We got married on our 15th anniversary in Yosemite!

Zeus & Athena

Our fur babies, Zeus & Athena

Yosemite

Always a favorite, grateful to have such a stunning location so close to home. 

Disneyland

A true Disney adult at heart. Always up for a trip to the happiest place on earth. Shooting a Disneyland Engagement session is a bucket list item for me!

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