About
If I’m going to be by your side on your wedding day in France, it’s only fair we get to know each other.
I’m Dana — a full-time wedding photographer, military spouse, passionate Swiftie, and dedicated world traveler. I believe your wedding should feel like an experience, not a checklist, filled with moments you actually get to be present for. Whether it’s a weekend at a château in Provence or vows in the courtyard of a French Riviera villa, I’ll capture the full story so you can relive every second.
If you’re dreaming of a wedding in France that’s rich with connection and light on stress, I’m so glad you’ve found your way here.
Hey there! I'm Dana, a wedding photographer and experienced world traveler
I BELIEVE LIFE SHOULD BE ENJOYED.
As a wedding photographer and a military spouse, moments with my husband and family are more precious than ever.
When I met my now-husband in 2011, we knew within months we would marry each other. What we didn’t know was that he would join the U.S. Navy as a Submarine Officer in the nuclear field — a path that taught us how precious our time together really is.
For our own wedding, we hired two photographers to make sure every moment was documented. Over the years, we’ve booked photo sessions in Arizona, Virginia, and Italy — each gallery a time capsule of moments we never want to forget. Some are the last times our loved ones were all together. Others carried us through months apart during deployments.
That’s why I believe in photographing not just the “big” wedding moments, but also the quiet, in-between ones that tell the true story. When I’m with you in France, I’m not just taking pretty pictures — I’m preserving the feeling of being fully alive in one of the most beautiful places on earth.
Enjoyment (n): the state or process of taking pleasure in something
I found my purpose — preserving wedding days in a way that feels soft, joyful, and true to you.
After years of photographing couples, I realized my favorite moments aren’t always the ones perfectly posed. They’re the ones where you forget I’m even there — when you’re holding hands during golden hour, or laughing so hard your cheeks hurt.
That’s why my work is about more than pretty pictures. I want you to feel your wedding day again every time you look back — every laugh, every quiet breath, every fleeting glance you didn’t even notice in the moment.
From our first call to the final gallery, I’m here to make the experience easy and joyful. I’ll guide you when you need it, step back when you don’t, and make sure the process feels effortless — so you can be fully present with your people.
Forever chasing golden light, love of tiny details that matter and and someone who believes the best moments aren’t posed — they’re lived
Top: my husband and I's anniversary photos in 2020.
Left, OCS Graduation 2013. Right: Us on our wedding day, 6/13/2015 - so awkward.
MY REALLY OFFICIAL BIO, the TL:DR VERSION
Dana is the photographer behind Destinations with Dana — a Navy wife, K-Drama fan, and frequent flyer who photographs a wedding day without her trusty Aspire Drink in hand. She believes your wedding photos should feel like you: joyful, effortless, and full of heart. From châteaux in Provence to grand villas on the French Riviera, she’s there for every laugh, happy tear, and champagne toast — all while making sure you feel calm, cared for, and completely yourself.
SUPER FUN
FACTS
NOW FOR THE IMPORTANT STUFF
Before I became an experienced destination wedding photographer, I went to college and got my RBT certification
The most thrilling experience of my life? A tie between sky diving in Hawaii and climbing to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.
I am a huge hot tea fan, and can easily tell you many facts about tea
My home is based in Pennsylvania. However, because I was an Army Brat and now a Navy wife, I have lived in 7 states and two countries.
Your at-a-glance guide to where I stand on all the truly important things.
THE QUIZ
Favorite indulgence
Mille Feuille in France
Donuts
celeb i'd love to meet
Tom Hanks or Taylor Swift
Guilty pleasure
Potato Chips dipped in melted Ice Cream
alternate universe job:
Owner of a free-range dog kennel (I LOVE DOGS)
favorite places i've been:
Girona Spain
Coastal France
Santorini
drink of choice
Aspire
can't live without
Petting a dog at least once a day
usually craving
Italian or Indian
Favorite City
Chincoteague Island
favorite shows and MOvies to binge
Bridgerton, House of the Dragons
Harry Potter
I invest in your experience
When you book me for your wedding, you're also taking advantage of my years of experience and investing in myself.
Trained as a Professional Stylist
I've trained as a professional stylist at a luxury wedding salon in the Bay Area, so if you need someone to fix a dress on the fly or bustle your train before your first dance, I'm in your corner (and will handle your dress with care during getting ready shots)
Attended Luxury Wedding Retreats
I've invested in retreats, not only for the chance to take stunning photos, but so that I can learn from industry leaders on how to better photograph your wedding details, provide a top-notch customer experience, and more.
Personally Travel Often
Before I became a destination wedding photographer, I had traveled to 12 countries on my own dime.I still prioritize investing in experiences that enhance my adaptability and quick thinking skills, (which is incredibly valuable on a wedding day)
...and so much more. I'm always sharpening my toolkit and investing in myself so that when I show up on your wedding day, you are getting the best version of me yet.
Oh, the places we can go...
“Paris is always a good idea.” —Audrey Hepburn
You want a destination wedding photographer who still lights up from the moment they step off the plane, like it was their first time. No matter how many destinations I add to my travel resume, my eyes light up the same way - ready for adventure, and ready to share with you all of the joy.
Contact Destinations with Dana
Follow along on my journey as a international wedding photographer, traveler, and military wife
