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Genuine connection captured.

Documenting your season of life just as it is.

Family connections are so important to me! I'm always looking for opportunities to spend time with family and keep that foundation strong.

I'm so excited to meet your family and create images of you making memories. My style is natural, approachable and true to life. When you look at photos of your family, you should be drawn to the same things you already love about your people!

When we arrive on site for your session, I want to welcome you as I would into my home. A few extra minutes getting to know each other goes a long way towards getting the best photos possible.

Hi, I'm Danielle!

I'm a Darien Family & Newborn Photographer, enjoying life with my hubby and praying for the sound of little feet to fill our home someday.

AUTHENTIC STORYTELLER & PROFESSIONAL CHILD WRANGLER

aka "D", "Ms. DD", "Dede", "Mrs. H.", "Auntie D", and more...

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Above Photo Credits to: Sarah Jean Photography

I once peeled a banana with my toes... #youthgroupleaderfun

Anywhere there's water...beach, ocean, lake, a simple water feature...

Learning about Interior Design & Neuroscience

Cardmaking

Chipotle : Chicken Burrito Bowl with brown rice, black & pinto beans, queso, quacamole, lettuce, cheese & cilantro

Giordano's Stuffed: pepperoni and spinach, extra sauce

Pilates with Lindywell

Pineapple Juice on ice with a splash of cranberry juice

My favorite things

Reach out about a session so that you will have those memories when the unexpected, challenging moments in life come.

From my high school dark room to building a business...

Throughout my childhood, I was often the one having my photo taken but once in a while my mom, dad or grandpa would let me get behind the camera.

In high school, I took a photography class where I learned manual on film cameras and how to use the darkroom to bring my images to life! I also had more rolls of film and disposable cameras than I could count!

Graduating in 2008 was not an ideal time to enter the education field with a Master's degree...so I bought my first DSLR and thought I could always take photos if I couldn't find a job. I was fortunate enough to begin working in a school but didn't get rid of that camera just yet...

In 2016, my life took a different route than planned and the only thing I have to remember that season of life by are some photos. It is this season that changed the trajectory of my life. Throughout the next 2 years, I found myself pursuing photography while serving families through in-home childcare.

With a master's degree in Early Childhood Education and 31 years (yes, I am old enough) of experience working with little ones, I'm no stranger to the unpredictability of children in new situations! If you've ever done photos with someone who was not used to working with kids (or weren't thrilled with those yearly school pics), you know why this is a huge bonus! I'm told kids love me which helps me draw out their grins, giggles and personalities so I can capture their true selves.