EXPERIENCE
proposals, WEDDINGS, & families
Planning a proposal?
Planning your wedding?
As your Banff proposal photographer - receive dedicated support throughout your entire surprise proposal journey. You will get a customized proposal guide one week prior - which will have all the important information you need. As a Banff and Lake Louise photographer, I can help you plan your best day. I also have great restaurant recommendations for you.
Proposals are my specialty and they bring immense joy to my work. I understand that this can be both thrilling and a bit anxiety-inducing for you. That's why I’m here to ensure everything flows smoothly. I've photographed proposals all around Banff National Park - including Banff itself and many proposals in Lake Louise.
If you are already engaged, you might want an engagement session. As a licensed Banff National Park Photographer, I can help you find the perfect spot to take your engagement photos.
Maybe you're looking for a Banff family photo session instead - I can absolutely help with this as well. Feel free to view my pricing here for all sessions.
Let's capture these memories.
proposals
STARTING AT $500 CAD
Whether your proposing at the iconic Lake Louise, a beautiful landscape in Banff, a hike to the top of a mountain, or up in a helicopter ($3,500 private detour and mountain stop). We can make it all happen.
WEDDINGS
STARTING AT $700 CAD
From quiet elopements, to full-day celebrations. I'll be there to capture your day with intention, heart, and adventure. Whether you're in Banff National Park or anywhere else in the world.
families // Couples
STARTING AT $350 CAD
Whether you're wanting a family session, or a couple who would love some photos in the mountains. I've got you covered from Calgary out to Peyto Lake and beyond.
Frequently Asked questions
Will you go to Lake Louise or Moraine?
What does a helicopter proposal look like?
I'm awkward in front of the camera, can you help?
When will I receive my photos?
Will you edit our photos?
What should we wear?
What time of day is best?
What if there's a specific photo I want?
Will you go to lake louise or moraine lake?
Absolutely! There are a couple of points to keep in consideration though.
1. I do charge an extra $150 to go to either of these locations
2. You are no longer able to park at Moraine lake and is shuttle bus only now. You can book your bus at Moraine Lake Bus, Fairview Limo, Mountain Parks, or Ten Peaks
3. You can park at Lake Louise, but highly unlikely to get a spot unless you are there at around 4am! You can use the links listed above to book a shuttle as well there.
What does a helicopter proposal look like?
Ah! So much fun!! We'll work together to book a date and time. You give me a date or two that you would prefer and I'll contact the helicopter company to confirm if either of those works. Once they confirm, I'll get in contact with you again to get the payment (deposit of $2,000) and send you the confirmation.
We'll then all go up on the helicopter together, they'll stop at Marvel Pass for about 20-30 minutes where we can get out and explore. Now, I understand it would be weird for a photographer to be going up with you. I'm just there to "take some landscape photos for the helicopter company." Once we're up there, I'll ask if you two want a photo together. You'll say yes, I'll get one of you looking at me and I'll say "let's get one of you looking at each other" and that's your moment!
I'm awkward in front of the camera, can you help?
Of course! I get it, I can be awkward on the other side of the camera too. I'm here to make you feel as comfortable as possible. We'll start with a couple posed photos, get to know each other, and then I'll also do some prompts to get you and your hunny laughing and feeling all the love.
When will i receive my photos?
Summer in Banff National Park is BUSY! You can expect to receive your photos within 3-4 weeks after your shoot. There is also an add-on option for a "rush fee", meaning you'll get your photos within 3 days after your shoot. This doesn't mean I rush your editing, just means you get bumped to the top of my editing queue.
What should we wear?
I recommend wearing something that captures your style and you as an individual. However, I would steer away from bright colors (bright reds, orange, yellow). Neutrals are generally the best way to go; browns, whites, blacks, toned down greens and blues. I'll also send you a little style guide a week before your shoot as well so you can plan!
WHat time of day is best?
The best lighting in the park changes monthly. I'll go over exact times when we get to planning your booking. However, as a general rule, the best time of day is early morning or sunset. These times can range from 5am-10pm! The harsh lighting in the afternoon can cause harsh shadows, squinted eyes, and blown out mountains. I get it though, it can be hard with kiddos to wake up that early or stay up that late. So of course I have tricks I use to make all that work in our favor!
What if there's a specific photo i want?
I'm here to make your photo session the best! If there's any photo you want, I would recommend making a Pinterest folder and sending the link to me so I can see if it's possible! Due to lighting, location, and other logistics, I can't promise anything, but I'll definitely try.
she adapted to our love and goofiness that my partner and I shared.
My partner and I were extremely satisfied with our photos. Dayna was very lovely, she adapted to our love and goofiness that my partner and I shared. She ultimately captured them in so many different ways. Thanks a million Dayna!!! We highly recommend her and her services. If you want Not only the Best photos but the Best individual to do it for you, Dayna is that person for sure.
Meeting Dayna felt like reconnecting with a long lost friend.
Dayna is extremely amazing and so easy to work with! Meeting Dayna felt like reconnecting with a long lost friend. She made our time with her so fun and easy going that our entire family did not hesitate to simply goof around. The music she played for us during the shoot added to the mood. Thank you again so much, Dayna for the photos! No words can capture how grateful we are for you, and how great the photos turned out to be! Hope to get to work with you again!
I will definitely choose her again next time i do a shoot
Dayna is very nice and kind person . I recently had a pre engagement shoot with her in banff .She was extremely accommodating and did a fantastic job with the pictures. She responds very quickly as well .I will definitely choose her again next time i do a shoot .
could not be more pleased with our family photos
I could not be more pleased with our family photos from Dayna M Photography. She was very patient with us and answered all of my questions. I also felt that Dayna was very accommodating. Dayna helped my family feel comfortable by directing us when we didn’t know what to do. We ended up with some great photos!! I would use her again!!
she is very friendly and easy going
We had an amazing experience & shoot with Dayna. She captured my little family & my engagement. She is very friendly and easy going- pictures were received very quickly. I recommend her if in Alberta region.
dayna went out of her way to come prepared with inspiration
We booked Dayna for a maternity shoot and we are so thrilled with the results. We were nervous at first not knowing how to pose and what to expect, but Dayna went out of her way to come prepared with inspiration photos and poses for us to try. She also captured natural candid moments which was a happy surprise. Her editing skills are incredible and we were shocked to see the final photos. Thank you Dayna for documenting this moment for us that we will cherish forever. 10/10 recommend!
