Hey! I'm Dayna

Born in Toronto, and happily living in the Rockies since 2016! Never did I once think I would end up living here in Cochrane, AB. A photography job out in Lake Louise is actually what brought me originally to the mountains. I was only supposed to be here for a year. However, like most Ontarionians I meet out here, the mountains sucked me in. 

Photography has always been a passion of mine, ever since my dad got me my first point and shoot camera when I was 5 years old! I never thought I could make a career out of this until I started doing family photography in Lake Louise. I now specialize in couple and engagements shoots. It's become a real joy to me to capture those special moments for those to save a lifetime. I hope you'll consider me to capture your forever memories. <3 

info@daynamphotography.com

What am I doing when not taking photos:
You can find me hanging out with my husband and the cutest cat ever! Reading a book (currently I'm into all the Sarah J. Maas books, of course).
Traveling, usually back to Ontario to see my mom (aka best friend), and my brothers (best guys ever!), and my home town friends! Or in BC nursing as I love to travel nurse there, yes, I am also a nurse. 
Hanging out with the animals at the Humane Society, I recently started volunteering there and absolutely love it. 
Trying out new hikes in the mountains. It may take me a little longer to get up there, but I do it! 
Paddle boarding in the summer. I miss all the big lakes! I'm definitely a water person, so try to get out on the water as much as I can. 
Trying a new restaurant, I LOVE food! And I love getting all dressed up, trying out new makeup, to go out for a nice lunch or dinner. Even brunch! 
 

When you choose me to be your photographer, you don't just get pretty photos, you get someone who cares. Someone who can look away from the camera, and engage with YOU. Get to know you and your partner/family, bring out the laughter, the personalities rather than just posed photos. I'll help direct a little bit, especially in the beginning so that we can all just feel comfortable. What I really enjoy is when I see my clients enjoying the moments together, that's what I capture. The little laughs, giggles, kisses, hugs, and more. In my opinion, there's nothing better than capturing those candid photos in Banff National Park. You'll look back at the photos and think "look how much fun we had" instead of "does my smile look awkward?" 

If you're ready to book your Banff family or proposal photographer. Then send me an e-mail and I'll get back to you shortly - within 24 hours. 
 

why me?