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Danielle James is an artist first and photographer second. A part of her entire life, it wasn’t until she began both shooting and developing film in college that her greatest passion, photography, emerged. Danielle is devoted to honoring and sharing her couples’ stories and capturing them in an honest and classic way, that feels like it should.
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Destination Weddings
- Destination Wedding Packages
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- Bridal Portraits
- Day After Session
- Engagement
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- Digital Files
- Film Photography
- Photo
- Second Shooter Available
- Social Media Sharing
- Wedding Albums
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- Classic
- Documentary
- Lifestyle
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- Getting Engaged
- Rehearsals & Parties
- After Party
- Wedding
- After Party
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I am so happy with our decision to hire Danielle (Danielle James Photography) to photograph our August wedding. I don't think we even appreciated how important photography is until after we had the opportunity to review our wedding photos. Danielle and her team captured every aspect of our day - from getting ready, to the ceremony, to beautiful and intimate couples' shots, to every small detail we put into the decor, to the dinner and reception. We are able to relive our day over and over again through these photos and even catch little details about the day that we missed, since it goes by so quickly. Danielle does an incredible job capturing the personality of couples and their guests through her candid shots. And she was a pleasure to work with - responsive, flexible, and adaptive on the day-of to ensure we got all the photos we had requested on our shot list. She also puts in a lot of time to get to know her couples, so that on the day-of we felt comfortable and confident in front of her lens. We'll cherish these photos for the rest of our lives!
Danielle and her team (aka Danielle James Photography) was such a joy to work with! She is the most easy going, fun and professional person ever and has such an extensive knowledge of photography to include using actual film, which is becoming a lost art! She made both me and my fiancé feel so comfortable during our engagement photos, and never skipped a beat with our quirkiness and humor. We instantly fell in love and couldn't wait to see her again for the wedding! We knew she'd fit right in with our crowd. On the big day, she was so attentive to not only me, but to the entire bridal party. It was like we had known her our entire lives! She just jumped right in and was so personable with everyone, which made taking all the photos that much more enjoyable. If something was out of place, she was quick to fix hair, jewelry, headpieces, flowers...etc...ensuring we all looked our best, with nothing out of place. She was also very thorough in capturing the photos we requested from multiple perspectives. We are so looking forward to seeing the final photos, but have no doubt that they will be amazing.
Danielle and her team are amazing at what they do! Upon arrival to our wedding venue, Danielle was so calm and you could tell she was excited to be there. During photos, she had the perfect balance of being serious, directing our group and laughing/having fun. She made me feel so comfortable during the entire day and create space for me and my husband to fully cherish each moment of our wedding. We never felt rushed and always felt listened to. Can't recommend Blissmore enough!
Let's talk about the most amazing photographer in all of NC! Danielle was such a sweet heart to work with. She made my husband and I feel so comfortable in both our engagement session and wedding day. We really could not have asked for a more fun-loving, laid-back, sweet photographer. And on top of all of that, our photos are absolutely STUNNING. I highly recommend booking Blissmore photography!
Danielle is absolutely amazing! She has done my engagement photos and my small family wedding. She was super flexible when we had to change plans due to Covid and made sure to capture every important moment of our day. You won't feel awkward in front of the camera and the results are gorgeous! I can't wait for her photos from our big wedding celebration next year!
Danielle absolutely rocked it for our wedding. She handled crowds with grace and poise, and delivered fun timeless photos that we will forever treasure. We felt so lucky to have Danielle as a trusted advisor in our wedding planning process - especially considering all the wrenches COVID had in our plans! Danielle is a true professional and knows exactly what she's doing - you won't be disappointed! Thank you for being so fantastic, Danielle!!!
LOVE LOVE LOVE Danielle. She was recommended to us from my husband's friend who was their photographer at their wedding. She is so professional and fun to work with. She captures amazing pictures and I have been so happy with the sessions we've had with her. If you're able to hire her, you will not be disappointed!
Danielle at Blissmore Photography is incredible! My fiancé hates getting pictures taken, but she did a great job of cracking jokes to get him to smile when she was taking our pictures. I'm so happy with our engagement photos!
Danielle was an absolute JOY to work with! I couldn't think of a better person to capture our day. She is so full of lively personality, accommodating, and FUN! She made the day easy breezy and just rolled with the punches when we ended up leaving for the venue early or I wanted extra pictures of x, y, and z. She helped me with the timeline until it was PERFECT because it was something I was stressed about! Everyone else also commented on how great she was. My husband and bridesmaids couldn't stop talking about how great she was! You will not regret booking Danielle as your photographer!
SCOOP UP DANIELLE AS FAST AS YOU CAN!!! My husband and I had an absolute blast with her from the beginning. Danielle is definitely a veteran photographer. After our first phone call with her, my husband said, "She is so cool we have to get her," and my husband is not one to make decisions that fast. She came and had coffee and lunch with us in Washington, D.C. so you get a friend in Danielle throughout this process. You also get a planner and photographer in one. Danielle knows the ins and outs of the wedding process and provided much needed guidance for planning and timelines for the day. She brought up logistics that we didn't even think of before or weren't on the "checklists" you find on wedding planning websites. My final timeline to send to all the vendors for the day went to Danielle for checking because I trust her input so much. Most importantly she made our wedding day fun! My bridesmaids and moms were raving about her personality and asking "where did you get her?" Thank you again Danielle for your glowing personality, jokes, and beyond beautiful photographs.
Danielle was first recommended to me from a coworker, and I immediately fell in love with her photography style. I saved her website on my work computer and then lo and behold I stumbled upon her photos again while searching on my personal computer at home. I eventually realized she was the same photographer my coworker recommended so essentially I picked her out twice! From our first conversation (actually text), I knew she was perfect. Danielle advised our AMAZING engagement session and ensured any pictures we wanted were included. After extensive planning, Danielle made our day even more enjoyable. Not only was she professional but extremely fun throughout the picture process. We can’t thank her enough for her incredible eye and attention to detail. We will forever be able to relive our special day thanks to her. She is not only an extremely talented photographer but beautiful inside and out!
We are so thankful we found Danielle for our wedding! She is hilarious and we had so much fun working with her! We cannot thank her enough for capturing so many incredible memories from our wedding day. Danielle is incredibly talented and it shows in all of the pictures she takes. She is sweet, down to earth, and makes you feel so comfortable in front of the camera. Look no further if you are in need of an awesome wedding photographer!
Danielle is amazing! Not only is her work beautiful, but she is super creative and has amazing ideas. She is also one of the nicest, sweetest people ever. We really connected with Danielle and because of that all of the photo shoots were really fun! Danielle has lots of great posing tips/stances which was great because neither of us knew what to do in front of a camera. She also super willing to work with us as we tried to re-create this one very specific photo that is a family tradition. We are extremely happy with our photos and would highly recommend Blissmore Photography to anyone.
Danielle was absolutely amazing during our entire wedding process! From our initial call I knew that she was going to do an amazing job as our wedding photography! She was attentive, fun, and made us feel comfortable on our wedding day! She was so relaxed even though we were on a tight schedule which was such a relief! Danielle also photographed my bridal portraits and they turned out so beautiful! Our wedding collection Danielle put together was perfect. She captured all of the highlight times of the night, plus many more pictures of the reception fun and the exit. My husband and I are doing a 1 year anniversary shoot with Danielle and I can't wait! I highly recommend using Blissmore photography and I will definitely use her in the future for other life events :)
Danielle was our wedding photographer and she was the absolute BEST! She took the time to get to know my husband and I via phone and a dinner date! She made us feel so comfortable during our in-home engagement shoot and also on the day of our wedding. We both hate being in pictures so that was huge for us! The pictures were always turned around within the estimated window (a little earlier actually!) and they are BEAUTIFUL! She actually cares about photography as an art and just absolutely crushes it. Also she's hilarious.
HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Danielle was the best choice we made of our wedding day vendors! We met her during our engagement session and had the best time taking pictures with her. She gives great direction and makes you feel comfortable, never cheesy. And the pictures turned out great...even though our dogs were misbehaving! She had great communication throughout the entire process. We even went for an ice cream date before the wedding to talk through logistics, family dynamics and itineraries! At the wedding, Danielle again far exceeded our expectations. We had so many guests comment on how professional and involved she was. She took charge when we needed her to and got our (very large, very dynamic) family photos done in no time and made sure our itinerary made time for sunset pictures which were STUNNING. She has a great eye for poses, framing and lighting and our reception dance floor pictures were the best thing ever! We look forward to working with her more in the future!
For us, a good photographer was top of the list when choosing vendors, I mean, pictures do last a lifetime! Danielle went above and beyond, she called me on the phone whenever she wanted to discuss logistics. She treated my fiance and I to dinner just to get to know us before the wedding, and come wedding day, she was the most prepared in every single way. She had the cutest staging tools, she was so calm, she wrangled my wedding guests to achieve the most perfect shots. She is creative, detail oriented, and so very kind! Everyone in my wedding party loved her, and we all got along so well. Which is super important on your big day! I cannot recommend Danielle enough, she is more than we could have ever imagined and I am so glad we chose her for our wedding. You will not regret booking with Blissmore Photography!!
Without a doubt, Blissmore photography is the BEST! I spoke with a lot of different photographers before hiring Danielle and there was no question after speaking with her and looking through her portfolio that she was the ONE to capture our big day. My husband and I were nervous about taking pics because we never know what to do with our hands or how to pose, but Danielle was able to really show our personalities and get great photos while making us feel comfortable the whole time - which is quite a feat! Not only is she the very best in Raleigh, but she has branched out and even came to Utah to take our engagement photos (where we live) - which even further shows the depth of her skills and dedication to the profession. I truly can't recommend her enough and I know that if you get the chance to work with her, you will be in LOVE with her work and her personality.
Danielle did mine and my husband's engagement pictures and wedding day and the outcome was so great! Danielle and her second shooter, Melissa, were so fun and professional. They captured our day perfectly. Danielle was also super helpful with our day of timeline and gave me recommendations for places to buy wedding jewelry. I can honestly say that my wedding day was less stressful and more fun because of Danielle and Melissa. You won't regret hiring Blissmore Photography!
When we were looking for a photographer, we were looking for someone we could trust for both our engagement session and our wedding. What we found was our photographer for all future life events (sorry Danielle...you’re stuck with us).
My husband and I hate having our pictures taken. We always have felt awkward about where to stand, how to smile, and what to do with your silly hands?!? Danielle immediately put us at ease, as if we were old friends just hanging out. She is very talented at capturing your personality in your photos.
For our engagement session we had tried three times to take our photos in Wilmington, NC but weather and light had foiled our plans. Danielle was very flexible and suggested we keep trying different days so we could get the pictures. The day of the session it was hot and humid and the wind at the beach was not cooperating. We were sweating and my hair was frizzing and we told her we hoped to even get two good pictures out of the session. She gave us a smirk and two weeks later we had an entire album of amazing pictures to use. She captured the light, our surroundings, and most importantly both of our personalities and our bond perfectly. We knew she had talent but it was then that we realized how talented she really is.
The day of our wedding, Danielle and her second shooter, Melissa, were there for every big moment and yet we barely realized they were there. They not only captured the special moments we hoped to remember forever, they captured the impromptu moments we hadn’t remembered at all. Our guests raved about how they barely noticed there were photographers. Danielle made our day one that we will remember forever. Thank you for everything!!
My husband and I had the pleasure of having Danielle as both our engagement and wedding photographer. MAN, did she DELIVER. Hands down, one of the best photographers on the East Coast! For our engagement photos, she was happy to come to our home and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera. After that shoot, I knew I needed her as our wedding photographer. The best news was that she was more than willing to travel to Northern Virginia for the wedding, along with her second shooter. Throughout the whole experience, I never had to stress about anything related to photography. She was extremely organized and prepared. The day-of pictures went super smoothly and even though the temperature outside was >90 degrees and both my husband and I were visibly sweating, you couldn’t even tell in the photos. I was blown away. She did a great job in stealing my husband and I away to take solo photos even though it was so hard to get away from our guests. She and her second shooter really captured our wedding perfectly, from the moment I put my earrings on all the way to our wedding exit. The best part was I didn’t even know she was there to snap the pics; she was so concealed, respectful, and not in our face. I love looking back at our photos and reminiscing on our special day. I couldn’t thank Danielle enough—if you don’t hire her for your photos on your Big Day, you’re missing out!
Danielle, took our engagement pictures and our wedding pictures and I truly couldn't be happier. I am three months past my wedding day and I find myself lost in my wedding pictures just reminiscing about one of the best days of my life. Your wedding day goes by so fast and it is so hard to remember every moment. Danielle captured every little detail- our rings, special jewelry, my gown, getting ready, dress reveal to my father and bridesmaids, exchange of gifts, etc and etc. Danielle was ready to pitch in and helped us with whatever we need. The thing I love most about Danielle was how she was able to effortlessly capture the little moments.. the looks, laughs, and kisses shared between me and my husband, bridal party, family, and friends. We did have our classic posed pictures but she also had us interacting and playing around with each other and it felt so natural. The most reoccurring compliment I received about our pictures were how natural and happy we and everyone else looked at our wedding and that is all thanks to Danielle. Our smiles on our pictures are real and not forced and faked. Danielle constantly checked on us to see if we were okay. She was with us for 12 hours of coverage and she made the most of the 12 hours and was smiling the entire time. She took the chance to get to know me and my husband and our story. She took an interest and was able to offer so much support and knowledge. Photos are something that will last forever and I am so happy that I went with Danielle. We can't wait for our anniversary session with Danielle!
When deciding on vendors for our wedding, the photographer was always at the very top of our list. We searched and searched for the perfect photographer, and the second I spoke with Danielle I knew she would be the perfect fit. She was so responsive, flexible, and made the process so easy and fun! Danielle made us feel so comfortable, and we had so much fun taking engagement and wedding photos even in 100 degree weather. They turned out amazing and really captured all of the emotion, excitement, and love that we shared with each other and our family and friends on our wedding day. We are so thankful for all of her help and time she put into making the day perfect for us. If you are looking for a wedding photographer that really takes the time to get to know her clients personally, and puts so much time into creating beautiful memories, look no further!! We will cherish our photos forever!
Webster's Dictionary defines wedding as the fusing of two metals with a hot torch. Danielle of Blissmore Photography captures that meaning in the best way possible . Danielle is sweet, kindhearted, hilarious, skilled, and she is Beyonce always. 11 out of 10 would recommend. She can quote The Office, so if you're cool, that's basically all you need to know before you hire her. If you aren't that cool, she also has impeccable turnaround time, affordable prices, and a classic style. Choose her and get not only a photographer, but also a friend who makes the wedding planning process so much better. You will be afraid of how much you love her.
Stop looking for your wedding photographer NOW because Danielle is THE one! From our engagement session to our wedding day, I felt confident and comfortable with Danielle capturing the most important day of our lives. I had seen her previous photo sessions but when we received our own engagement pictures, I was literally in awe and I even shed a tear, so did my 3 other highly emotional sisters! Her work is just so beautiful and professional. On our wedding day, it was quite hectic trying to round everyone up and get us all in one place one time, but Danielle was patient and accommodating enough to make us genuinely smile and be happy. Danielle and her team even stayed a bit longer than what we had planned in order to capture reception shots. Who does that?! I can not recommend Danielle and her team enough to anyone looking for quality, beautiful, work.
Danielle was BEYOND amazing! Her sense of humor kept me laughing during my bridal shoot and had my husband and I giggling despite the rain that hit during our engagement shoot. She caught all the important details at the wedding and the second shooter she brought along was just as professional! I’ll definitely be hiring her for maternity and family shoots down the road!
Words cannot describe how grateful I am that Danielle was our photographer! Danielle is kind, funny and oh so talented. I cannot imagine spending these special moments with any other photographer!
From the moment we met Danielle, we knew she was the right choice for us. Not only did she have a great portfolio, but she made us feel comfortable and at ease. And it didn’t stop there! Danielle was so helpful leading up to the wedding; lending an ear when needed and offering advice. It truly made me feel so much better and she proved to an invaluable resource at the wedding. Danielle was on top of everything from grabbing extra supplies we wouldn’t have thought of, helping out as needed, and taking last minute changes on our end like a pro. Her and her second photographer, Kelsey, were amazing and they felt more like guests at the wedding than our photographers and it shows in the pictures!
I have so many great photos from the wedding that it is almost too hard to choose which to use to build our album. Danielle captured the personalities of us and our guest so well. I cannot wait to look back at the pictures each year and share them with our loved ones. You will not regret hiring Danielle; she was the best investment I made for my wedding hands down! Everyone is raving over her incredible work!
Danielle was absolutely amazing! Our engagement and wedding photos came out over the moon awesome! She was so organized and easy to work with, I didn’t have to lift a finger! I would recommend her to anybody! We can’t wait to hang all of our beautiful photos in our new house!!!
I met Danielle at a Vendor event at Carolina Moon Vintage . I had heard about her but when I met her fell in love with her personality. I booked her for a family beach sunrise session! She was wonderful. Great ideas, made us super comfortable , made us laugh , and ran all over the place after my One year old to get the cutest shots! I love our images and I canNOT wait to get my house built because I am dying to put them up!!! You will not go wrong with Danielle!
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