family & engagement photography

Dayna M photography

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When we think of winter mini photo sessions, the first image that often comes to mind is that of a joyful family bundled up in cozy sweaters, laughing in the snow. While these heartwarming family portraits are undeniably special, winter mini sessions offer a delightful opportunity for couples to capture their love against a stunning […]

Why Winter Minis Are Not Just for Families: A Perfect Choice for Couples

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As a photographer, there’s nothing quite like the joy of capturing special moments for my clients. This fall, I had the privilege of photographing both couples and families in the beautiful landscapes of Cochrane and Canmore, Alberta. Both these locations offer beautiful mountain and rolling hill backdrops for photos. Although many are sad (myself included) […]

Autumn Adventures: My Favorite Shots from Fall Mini Sessions

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What exactly is the difference between a mini session and a scheduled half hour session? You get beautiful family photos from both, right? Yes! However, there are a few key differences. Mini Sessions Mini sessions are a short, focused photo session that last about 10-15 minutes. They actually sometimes are faster than that! There is […]

Mini VS Half Hour Session

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Don’t know where to start with your engagement photos? Here I explain some easy to follow tips to get those perfect photos for your special engagament!

5 Secrets for Amazing Engagement Photos

lake louise engagement photoshoot

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When it comes to proposing, there’s nothing quite like capturing the moment with a surprise proposal photo shoot. The element of surprise and the raw emotion of the moment create a beautiful and unforgettable memory that can be cherished for a lifetime. One of the best things about a surprise proposal photoshoot is that the […]

Surprise! Proposal

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Hey guys! Hope you all are having an amazing start to spring! Everyone is out starting to enjoy the nice warm weather finally, and with that, more people are getting out to take their yearly family portraits! Family portraits are always special moments to capture, so it’s essential to get them just right. Here are […]

Tips for Portrait and Family Photography

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Hey! It’s Dayna. I’m so thrilled to be back after taking such a long break from photography. Photography has always been a passion of mine ever since before I can remember. It became a dream come true when I moved from Toronto to the Rockies to take on a photography job where I specialized in […]

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