Artistic and Cool Wedding Photography
$3,450 starting price
Michigan / Anywhere
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Dan Cox
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (8X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Dan Cox Photography is a wedding photography company based in Detroit, MI. Owner Dan has been capturing wonderful wedding moments for more than five years. He is passionate about his work, and he would be thrilled to join you as you celebrate your love and all the many adventures that await just beyond the horizon.
Dan’s work is a celebration of love in all its splendor and variety. He welcomes couples of all backgrounds; whatever your story, you can be sure that Dan will be proud to support you on one of the happiest days of your life. He wants your wedding day to be fun and your wedding photos to be timeless.
Dan Cox Photography is available for engagements and wedding day celebrations. Dan’s wedding package includes eight hours of coverage, editing services, high-resolution digital images, a downloadable online gallery, and printing rights. Dan is also willing to travel. He’s looking forward to meeting you, and he can’t wait to do his part to make your wedding a day to remember.
+9 years in business
Prices & packages
Wedding
$3,450 starting price
Wedding
$3,450 starting price
8 hours
8 hours
Fully edited hi-resolution digital images
Fully edited hi-resolution digital images
Printing rights to all photos
Printing rights to all photos
Photos delivered via downloadable online gallery
Photos delivered via downloadable online gallery
GIFs!!!
GIFs!!!
Wedding + Engagement
$3,800 starting price
Wedding + Engagement
$3,800 starting price
8 hours
8 hours
2 Hour Engagement Session
2 Hour Engagement Session
Fully edited hi-resolution digital images
Fully edited hi-resolution digital images
Printing rights to all photos
Printing rights to all photos
Photos delivered via downloadable online gallery
Photos delivered via downloadable online gallery
GIFs!!!
GIFs!!!
Saves $150
Saves $150
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Starting prices may not include all fees a vendor may charge. Contact the photographer for customized services and quotes.
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Photo Shoot Types
Engagement
Photo & Video
Digital Files
Photo
Second Shooter Available
Social Media Sharing
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Documentary
Dramatic
Vintage
Wedding Activities
Getting Engaged
Wedding
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Meet the team
Dan Cox
Owner
What up! I'm Dan. I'm obviously a wedding photographer (maybe your next?????). I got my start in photography by sneaking my camera into concerts as a wee little teenager. This led to me traveling the US, taking photos and whatnot. I eventually found my love of wedding photography and now here I am, writing a biography for The Knot dot com.
I love working with DIY brides, LGBTQ+ couples, elopements, anything and everything that comes my way.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.0125 reviews
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Dan is highly praised by various clients for his exceptional skills and personality as a wedding photographer. Clients appreciate his professionalism, talent, and ability to make everyone feel comfortable, resulting in authentic and beautiful photos. From engagement shoots to wedding days, Dan is commended for exceeding expectations, capturing special moments, and adding unique touches like "sleez cam" photos. Clients value Dan's communication, organization, and unique editing style, making him a highly recommended choice for capturing important memories with joy and artistry.Review photos
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Allison M
5.0
3/16/2025
We booked Dan for our engagement photos and he was so great to work with! Dan was very responsive when weather interfered with our original plan, and he immediately reached out and easily rescheduled for another day. On the day of our session, my (now) husband and I both expressed to him that we felt a bit uncomfortable in front of the camera and he did such an awesome job at making us both feel comfortable and it turned out to be a really fun time! We were also so in love with the quality of his work. If you're considering working with Dan, do it! You won't regret it.
Sarah K
5.0
1/09/2025
From our engagement session in October 2023 to our wedding day in September 2024, Dan was an absolute dream to work with. I was initially drawn to his vintage and warm photography style, but after meeting him, I knew we had made the right choice.
People often say that aside from your spouse, the person you'll spend the most time with on your wedding day is your photographer—so it’s essential to choose someone you’re comfortable with and genuinely enjoy being around. Dan exceeded every expectation. He was not only professional and talented but also an absolute joy to have by our side throughout the day.
Our bridal party and family couldn’t stop raving about him, and it’s easy to see why. Dan has a knack for making everyone feel at ease, which resulted in the most authentic and beautiful photos we could have hoped for.
One of the most unique and fun additions was the digital camera (aka the “sleez cam”) photos we received the night of the wedding. They were such a hit and gave us an immediate, candid glimpse into the joy and energy of the day. It was the perfect way to relive the excitement so soon after the celebration.
Thank you, Dan, for capturing one of the most important days of our lives so perfectly. If you’re looking for a photographer who is talented, personable, and a true joy to work with, look no further than Dan. You won’t regret it!
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Bailey M
5.0
11/27/2024
I wish I could give Dan a million stars. He was so much fun to work with, but also kept us on time and on track! He made sure to get all the photos we wanted, and he worked so well with our videographers and they had never even met!! The photos we received so far were AMAZING, and we absolutely cannot wait to see the rest. Overall 10/10, could not have imagined our day with anyone else, he made sure everything went smoothly while making us laugh!!
Mackenzie M
5.0
11/07/2024
What is there not to love about Dan?! From the moment we met him at our engagement session, my husband and I were put at ease. Not only are his photography skills absolutely incredible, but he makes the day so fun! Everyone in our bridal party loved him. We chose to use our engagement pictures as the table numbers for our wedding because they were just so amazing! We received previews from our wedding so quickly and we absolutely cannot wait to see our full gallery when he is done working his magic. I would hire Dan again and again!
Francesca Y
5.0
9/24/2024
We are absolutely thrilled with our experience with Dan! From our engagement session to our wedding day, they exceeded our expectations in every way.
During our engagement shoot, Dan made us feel completely comfortable and at ease in front of the camera. Their creative direction and fun approach helped us capture beautiful, natural moments that truly reflected our love. We were so excited to see how stunning those photos turned out! We could not choose our favorite, so we ended up sending out different copies as our save the dates!
On our wedding day, Dan every special moment, from the intimate details to the joyous celebrations. The way they documented the emotions of the day was nothing short of magical, and we couldn't be happier with the previews. I can not wait to receive the finals!
If you're looking for a photographer who will make you feel relaxed and bring your vision to life, we wholeheartedly recommend Dan!
Brad L
5.0
9/06/2024
My wife and I hired Dan for both our engagement photos, as well as our wedding photos. We seriously cannot be happier with how everything has turned out.
Dan is the easiest photographer we have worked with. He has such a great way of putting you at ease right away, both on a small, couple-level, as well as with larger groups, like our wedding party.
His style is so timeless, but not boring. He helped capture both our engagement shoot and wedding day so wonderfully. We will always recommend Dan for anybody looking for a photographer in the future.
Kelli A
5.0
9/01/2024
We had the privilege of Dan photographing both of our engagement photoshoots AND our wedding! As a lesbian couple, it was incredibly important to have a photographer who would make us feel safe and comfortable throughout the process. We are so thankful for his warmth and kindness, because our comfort and joy shines so brightly through the pictures! In addition, our bridal party and family loved working with him throughout our wedding day! We’re in love with how our photos turned out and we would hire him to capture every occasion if we could! Thank you so much Dan!
Catherine C
5.0
8/08/2024
Dan Cox Photography is absolutely amazing! Dan seriously has the eye for amazing photos. I knew from the start I enjoyed his photography and when it came to get our engagement and wedding photo back, Dan went above my expectations. Dan is overall a great human being and we’ve enjoyed getting to know him. He was also a hit with our bridal party! If you choose Dan as your photographer, follow his guidance, he knows what he’s doing. If he says go in those bushes or quickly get out of the car, don’t hesitate and just do. You’ll definitely thank him later! Thank you, Dan!
Melissa S
5.0
8/05/2024
100 percent you will not be disappointed in Dan. He made us feel confident, gorgeous, and excited to take our wedding photos. His communication before the wedding and after with a prompt return of our entire album was great to see. We had onsite photos along with a secondary site the morning of to take group photos in Detroit (15+ people). He made our vision come to life and literally almost all the photos are photos you would hang on your wall. His cool gifs he made of us onsite was such a cool addition to just traditional photos. 10/10.
Charlie S
5.0
7/10/2024
My wife and I used Dan for both our engagement session, and for our wedding. When looking over his portfolio, we loved his darker and moodier style, giving off a vintage and timeless look which is exactly what we wanted in our photos. I am happy to say that our photos turned out AMAZING. They were everything we hoped for and more. But beyond being impressed by his photography skills, we were also impressed with Dan as a person. He immediately made us feel comfortable and relaxed. There was nothing awkward about our interactions. He made us laugh and smile, which was perfect. When shooting at our venue, he gave clear direction and felt comfortable in the environment which helped us relax and enjoy our day. Many of our guests and bridal party complimented Dan on his professionalism and spoke about how personable he was. They also complemented him on his ability to keep everything and everyone organized to capture the perfect moment. We are beyond happy we went with Dan to be our photographer and highly recommend him!
Emily K
5.0
7/10/2024
Dan is the absolute best! His vibe, his energy, his creativity!!! My entire bridal party loved him and we all had so much fun taking pictures. He got all the detail shots and SO much more I wanted without me even having to ask. He is so professional and has an unbeatable style. I truly think his work is one of a kind. I got like a thousand pictures back many which included my guests during cocktail hour and on the dance floor - it made me so happy to see those! I could not recommend him enough. Best decision I made by far!
SOPHIA H
5.0
7/08/2024
Hire Dan! Our wedding pictures turned out incredible. I chose him in the first place because of his unique, moody, artistic, style. Our photos were definitely that and more. We got so many ‘gram worthy pics, but he also was able to capture the friends and family for our memories. The pictures are really all you have after that one day is over and I’m overjoyed with how ours turned out. Can’t wait to get a million prints, photo book, etc and look back on them for years. Communication and punctuality were great. He’s very good at giving direction and posing us. Overall, very fun to work with too!
Mackenzie D
5.0
6/27/2024
We chose Dan because we found his style to be unique and memorable and we are so happy with our choice. Dan is very easy to work with, as a couple who had no experience with photo shoots, and made both our engagement shoot and wedding day go very smoothly. He was on time, works quickly, and has an incredible eye for great photos and good lighting and backgrounds. We cannot recommend him enough!
Tessa A
5.0
2/11/2024
Dan was the photographer for our September 2023 and we could not be happier with our decision. Dan truly went above and beyond the expectations of a wedding photographer. Prior to the wedding, I was nervous about getting all of the shots we wanted due to a large wedding party and big families with a time constraint but Dan was effective at placing/directing and efficient -- we got all the shots we wanted and MORE! Not to mention, our friends and family LOVED him! Dan ran through our timeline and discussed possible adjustments and reassured me through that process. Our delivery timeline was exactly what he said it would be and the pictures were GORGEOUS! I was absolutely FLOORED (in the best way!). There was a great variety of formal, fun, emotional, details and candid shots in our collection. To top all of this off, Dan's personality is amazing and we laughed and joked and had a wonderful time throughout the day. I highly recommend Dan without reservation, for all of your photography needs.
Jessica E
3.0
12/18/2023
Pros: We loved our photos from Dan, they came out beautiful and he captured everything we wanted plus more. He was able to keep everything on track and got all of the family portraits and shots we requested.
Cons: From the start Dan wasn't great at answering emails and communicating with us. He did admit this isn't his strength during a phone call right before the wedding. It also took three months to get our photos back. The contract states 4-12 weeks for photo delivery, but it was a bummer that it did take 12+ weeks to receive our photos. We actually didn’t receive our photos until 5 days after the 12 week mark which technically didn’t fulfill the timeline stated in the contract. We understand we got married during a very busy time of year, but Dan wasn't even able to give us a couple of sneak peaks to hold us over. It was a long time to wait and we only received updates on our photos via Dan's instagram story.
Overall, we were pleased with the outcome of the photos. However, we wish we would have known that 4-12 weeks photo delivery really meant that we would get them in more than 12 weeks and that we wouldn't receive a lot of communication before and after the wedding.
response 12/18/2023
Hey! I'm glad you like the photos--that is the most important thing. Like you said, I keep...
all of my clients updated with the status of their photos via Instagram. The photo delivery time was something that we both agreed to with our contract (see section 12), and three months is pretty common in this industry. Previews are not something I guarantee to any client or a service that I advertise. My apologizes for any communication issues, it is standard for me to reach out the week before your wedding to discuss all details, and during my busy season, I can absolutely be better at communicating that. Once again, I'm just stoked that your wedding day was beautiful and fun and I was able to capture it.
Nicole S
5.0
11/14/2023
We booked Dan for both our engagement and wedding photography. I was so nervous about getting pictures taken as I’ve never had professional photos done. As soon as we meet him for our engagement session he put us at ease with his professionalism and kind personality. He was so patient and gave great direction when posing us. We were so excited to work with him again on our wedding day and he did not disappoint. He made everyone feel comfortable and at ease and made all of our pictures feel fun and unique. I highly recommend Dan to anyone looking for a great photographer who not only is professional but has a unique style and will always make you feel and look amazing.
Lauren S
5.0
11/02/2023
Dan is truly the most incredible wedding photographer - do not hesitate to book him! We had Dan for both our engagement photos and wedding day, and the entire time he made us feel super comfortable while setting up the most perfect shots. We are obsessed with all the photos that came out of working with Dan. His editing style is impeccable and unique, and every photo is just so beautiful. Not to mention he’s professional, personable, and overall fantastic to work with!
Alex R
5.0
10/24/2023
I cannot say enough good things about Dan! We booked Dan for our engagement shoot (sadly he was already booked for our wedding date). I was so nervous going into this. I've never really had professional photos done and thought it would be awkward and uncomfortable. Within 5 minutes of working with Dan those feelings disappeared! He made me feel comfortable and was so kind! He was great at giving directions and really made it so fun! I didn't want it to end! He also asked if there were any specific shots we wanted during the process - which was nice - but I just let him do his thing because he is a 10/10 professional! I would 100% recommend Dan to everyone! Also don't be dumb like me and make sure he's available for your wedding date first!! I'm just so glad we were able to book him for our engagement shoot - I know I will cherish those photos forever!!
Kate M
5.0
10/03/2023
If you are stressed about planning your wedding, let me make your photographer decision easy for you. ..
Hire. Dan. Cox.
This person is a legitimate artist and the photos (and GIFs!!!!) we have from our wedding our the most special pieces of art we will ever own. My husband and I are the most awkward, unphotogenic people and Dan made us feel like god damn models. His encouragement and pure joy of his profession made our wedding day experience the very best. I truly cannot say enough about how beyond happy we are with our decision to book Dan. I promise you will not regret it.
Taylor V
5.0
9/06/2023
Book him now! Dan is the best! His quality of work and personality is unmatched and truly incredible. His attention to detail is out of this world. He makes you feel so comfortable and captures the best moments. We cannot say enough good things about Dan and HIGHLY recommend to all!
Race D
5.0
8/25/2023
Book him!!! Seriously. The pictures turned out perfect and working with Dan was smooth and painless. We booked for both engagement and wedding photos.
During the engagement session he really helped us relax and get us into position for the various shots. All of them turned out great and it felt like we were just talking to a good friend throughout the session.
For the wedding photos because of how things worked out (our fault) he arrived to the venue at the same time as us since we were coming by boat and he was with us (we did the getting ready photos and everything across the lake). He quickly was able to adapt to the venue and began capturing moments with the ceremony starting right then. The photos turned out phenomenal. He captured different angles of us, some photos of our guests, and he framed the first kiss photo perfectly. Given we arrived by boat, we had someone move the boat after we disembarked. This was a public lake though, with other boats on the lake including one docked right behind us. I don't know how much of it was just Dan framing the shot perfectly or being a legitimate photoshop wizard, but all of that lake activity isn't in our first kiss photos like I had feared. Dan is a real life wizard of some sort.
Dan also was extremely professional and patient while doing our family shots. We have a large family, and getting everyone to listen wasn't exactly easy but he expertly navigated through each shot and took care of us.
Another thing I really appreciated about his photos is the coloring. He nailed it. We had a vibrant color theme with a garden, and my tie was primarily a bright lemon yellow color. His photos captured the essence of all of these elements.
I simply cannot recommend him enough! But if you're still reading this and need more convincing, part of the dilemma for us was that one of my best friends is a professional wedding photographer with her husband. They take phenomenal photos-- and actually did our proposal photos 5 years ago. I wanted my best friend to be able to attend the wedding as a guest and so my criteria was to find a photographer as good (or better) than my friend. I looked through dozens of photographers portfolios and I really didn't like any of them until I came to Dan. In other photographer portfolios I found poor color profiles, bad editing, bad framing, etc, but Dan's portfolio was perfect and just what I was looking for. Now that the wedding has passed and we have our wedding photos, I can see he gave us the same level of high quality photos that I had hoped for.
For everyone photos are going to be how we remember things long term. Dan can be trusted to help immortalize your wedding day memories. For me I especially appreciate Dan's work because I have aphantasia and I literally cannot visualize things in my head (memories are just a collection of associated words). Even just 2 months after the wedding I can't "See" the memories in my head, but I have Dan's photos. Thank you Dan for helping me see my memories.
Hailey H
5.0
8/08/2023
Dan is the best!!! We worked with him for our engagement photos as well as our wedding day photos. He made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and was constantly making us all laugh. His process is super efficient by making sure that he captures all the essentials but also leaving time for some fun and unique shots as well. He was a giant part of our wedding day by keeping me calm as well as just reminding us to have fun and stay light. He’s also the number one hype man building our confidence one shot at a time. We love all of our final photos and GIFs and will cherish them forever. We hope to work with Dan again someday for more photo fun!! 100% hire Dan, you won’t regret it!
Holly W
5.0
6/04/2023
We cannot say enough good things about Dan! Our experience from the initial engagement photos to the wedding has been amazing. Dan is so easy to work with and his style is unmatched. He has so much experience as a photographer and knew exactly how to capture our special moments. We talked through our ideas of photos we wanted but otherwise put our trust in his hands and he did not disappoint. If you're considering hiring Dan, DO IT!
Michelle C
5.0
5/24/2023
Could not be happier with our choice of photographers!! Dan was easy to work with start to finish, and the quality of his work is incredible. He caught all of the important planned moments of our wedding day in the most beautiful way, all while keeping an eye out for those spontaneous, truly special moments! I couldn’t be happier with our photos, and have received countless compliments! I cannot stop looking at our stunning photos, reliving the day. Look no further, Dan is your guy!
Justin M
5.0
5/19/2023
Dan Cox captured the essence of our wedding day, exceeded all our expectations and left us breathless with his artistry. From the very beginning, Dan's warm and friendly demeanor instantly put us at ease, making the entire photography experience relaxed and enjoyable. His ability to create a comfortable atmosphere allowed us to be ourselves, resulting in photographs that radiated with genuine love, joy, and authenticity.
Dan's talent as a photographer is unparalleled. With an impeccable eye for detail, he masterfully captured every precious moment, allowing us to relive the emotions and beauty of our special day through his lens. His ability to blend into the background and capture candid shots added an element of spontaneity and naturalness to his work. The photographs he delivered were nothing short of magical, showcasing not only our love but also the essence of our family and friends, immortalizing those fleeting moments forever.
Beyond his remarkable skill, Dan's personality shone through in every interaction. We wholeheartedly recommend Dan to anyone in search of a photographer who not only delivers breathtaking photographs but also creates a positive and joyful experience. Thank you, Dan, for immortalizing our love story with such grace and artistry; we are forever grateful.
Jason G
5.0
5/14/2023
Dan is the best!! As we were reviewing potential photographers, we were immediately drawn to Dan's photos and style. We had our fingers crossed hard that Dan would be available on our wedding weekend and we are so, so happy he was.
We met Dan about 7 months before our wedding day when he did our engagement photos. My husband and I are not big on having our photos taken, so we arrived at the engagement session a little unsure. Our nerves were instantly settled when we met Dan. He made us feel comfortable and confident. He gave great direction and had a vision/plan for how the session would go, which was so helpful. We were blown away when we got our engagement photos a few weeks later - the photos really captured our essence as a couple.
On our wedding day, Dan hit it out of the park again, building a fun rapport with our wedding party/family/guests. Dan really knows how to balance making sure folks have a good time, while also delicately directing how photos will happen (my husband and I are both teachers and we commented on how we learned things from Dan that we can use to run our classes better!).
In addition to creating a great atmosphere, Dan makes sure to consider the little things that make working with him stress-free; he is punctual, collaborative, and thorough.
We're so excited to get our wedding pictures from Dan soon (he provides regular updates on his editing queue/expected time for photos to be delivered, another plus!), and have no doubt they will be outstanding!
Jessica F
5.0
4/30/2023
Dan is amazing!! I knew his pictures were spectacular but I was still wow’d when I received my engagement pictures! He made me and my fiancé feel so comfortable, he understood what kind of pictures we were looking for, and we got our pictures really quickly. Dan is just amazing! 100000% book him!
Nick S
5.0
4/06/2023
Stop reading this review and just BOOK DAN. We had an incredible time working with him -- he made us feel immediately comfortable, he has a phenomenal eye, and we honestly feel like we made a friend. The photos are unbelievable: they're glitz, glamor, champagne. We look like models (and we definitely are not models). Just hire him. Go. Best decision you'll ever make.
Sadie H
5.0
3/27/2023
Dan did our engagement photos for us. Both my fiance and I are rather camera shy, but Dan made the whole experience so fun and comfortable. The pictures came out absolutely stunning, better than we ever could have imagined. His photos are ART! We are so excited to have him take our wedding pictures next.
Emma G
5.0
2/21/2023
This review is long overdue but I truly cannot say enough good things about Dan! As two people who hate taking pictures, he made us feel comfortable within minutes of meeting him. From our engagement photos to our wedding photos, he more than delivered. Dan made sure to get every picture even if we were running short on time and it was such a relief to know that I didn’t have to stress or worry because he had everything taken care of. He made everything so enjoyable and was such a calming presence throughout the whole day. Our pictures turned out absolutely beautiful and I would recommend him over and over again!! He’s the BEST! Thank you, Dan!
Danielle J
5.0
2/14/2023
No words are amazing enough to truly capture how we feel about Dan and his photography skills. We were first blown away by our engagement photos- he captured our best selves and made us feel so comfortable in the process. But we were left speechless by our wedding photos. They are beyond our wildest dreams! He got pictures of not only the most important moments, but also the littlest details I had forgotten to mention to him. I was worried about snow on our wedding day and he managed to get the most ethereal pictures of us in it that we will be treasuring forever. BOOK HIM!
madison m
5.0
12/12/2022
Just got our engagement photos back & we are in love!! I feel like I’ve know him forever, such an easy person to talk to so nice and makes you feel calm. He got the best angles , and I am obsessed. This makes me even more excited for the wedding! Thank you again Dan!!
Brittany B
5.0
12/02/2022
Do not search any further.. Dan is simply the BEST photographer!! We feel so grateful to have been able to work with him for both our engagement and wedding photos. A friend from high school used him for their wedding several years ago, and ever since seeing their photos, we knew we wanted to have Dan capture our day! He is so down to earth, funny and just easy to be around which makes the whole experience that much better. Dan was willing to travel for our wedding to Grand Rapids and we are so glad he did. Our photos completely blew us away both times, so so stunning. Dan captured our vision and love perfectly in every way! While wedding planning, I had so many inspo pics saved for our wedding and I think it is safe to say Dan's work was even better! Truly amazing. Thank you so so much Dan for your hard work, it really shows!! Ps. don't forget the vegan cupcakes ;)
Devon G
5.0
11/18/2022
When I say Dan Cox is hands down the BEST WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER I am not kidding. I wish there was an option for 10 stars! From the minute we saw Dan’s photos we knew we needed to work with him. Dan was able to capture our wedding day in the most authentic and beautiful way. He reviewed our timeline and shot list in advance so we knew what to expect and was able to keep us on track all day while still having the best time! He will also be your ultimate hype man on your wedding day! We have recommended Dan to all of our friends and family because he is simply the best! You will not be disappointed in your photos or experience if you hire Dan!
Amy R
5.0
11/17/2022
Dan’s photography skills are beyond incredible! We booked Dan for our engagement photos and September 2023 wedding. During our engagement session, Dan made my fiancé and I feel so comfortable. We had so much fun and fell in love with the huge portfolio of photos Dan put together.
Kaitlyn D
5.0
11/10/2022
I planned to have Dan as our photographer before I was even engaged and he was the first vendor I reached out to! Not only is he a great human, he’s funny and comfortable to be around. My husband and I are not fans of having our picture taken but he made it easy. The hardest part about working with Dan is having to decide which pictures to print and hang in our home because they are all so great! He was even flexible with our unique wedding plans since we had our ceremony separate from our reception.
Kendall W
5.0
10/16/2022
Dan was easily the best decision we made on our wedding day! We expected to get great photos of us but we were absolutely blown away by how Dan was able to capture so many different moments throughout our day! We truly had so much fun taking all our photos on our wedding day even the boring family photos! Dan is a 20 out of 10 and should be a must have for every wedding!
Grace F
5.0
7/20/2022
Dan Cox is incredible!! We worked with Dan for our engagement photos and could not be more happy with the results. We are in awe! Dan was personable and easy to work with on the day of. Even after driving quite a distance to our location, he was energetic, cheerful, and ready to go. He made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, and gave us prompts and poses when we weren't sure what to do. Dan is obviously incredibly creative as well. He was not only able to get the shots that our parents are going to love, but also the ones we can hang as art in our home. We are so grateful for the time he spent with us to make sure we got an end result we love!!
Overall, Dan is incredibly talented, and even more fun to shoot with. We couldn't recommend him more.
Kendra F
5.0
6/29/2022
Book Dan for your wedding right now! From start to finish, he creates such a magnificent experience. We did both engagement and wedding photos with him. He made us feel so comfortable, especially as two people who can be a bit awkward in front of the camera. It was like hanging out with a friend, just a super talented friend who takes gorgeous photos of you. Our loved ones raved about him at the wedding. We just got our photos back (to the surprise of our friends and family because we got them so fast) and they are true works of art. Dan has an incredible gift and is able to balance beautiful backdrops with the subjects of the photo to create something special. Wedding photos are so important because you keep them forever, and I can't wait to stare at these for the rest of my life. You will not regret hiring Dan!
Jonathan W
5.0
6/21/2022
Dan is THE BEST - if you are reading this review and haven't booked Dan, stop reading the review and go book Dan. His photos are stunning and have a real artistic perspective, as opposed to just looking like standard photos. He's also just a ton of fun to work with, which you shouldn't undervalue on a very stressful day! We would hire Dan 1000 times over - a joy to work with, beautiful product, and a generous a kind person.
Carly S
5.0
6/15/2022
Dan is amazing!!! He captured our wedding day perfectly and we are obsessed with all of our photos. Dan made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, telling us exactly what to do so that we looked natural and also making us laugh and have a great time. We could not be happier with our photos - they are truly a work of art! We know we will look back on them and smile for many years to come!
Chelsea M
5.0
5/21/2022
Dan was absolutely incredible and was the perfect photographer to capture our wedding day! We gave him full reign to use his creative ability and couldn't have been more pleased with the outcome. He was very passionate and worked well with our other vendors and family to provide the best pictures possible. We received our photos and mini GIFs within the same week and couldn't be more excited to continue to cherish these photos forever!
brett s
5.0
2/28/2022
Dan was everything we expected, and more! He knew how to get everyone into a lively mood and it really showed in the pictures. We could not have been happier with Dan's photos and would recommend him to anyone!
Rebecca C
5.0
1/28/2022
If you are questioning whether or not to book Dan don’t…just do it!!! Dan did our engagement and wedding photos and I absolutely love them!! He made us feel so comfortable and we have gotten so many compliments on our photos. He’s hilarious, outgoing and so easy to work with!
I am probably one of the worst people to plan events because I am low key unorganized. And Dan helped me in every way to make sure everything flowed throughout our wedding. I can’t thank him enough and I am so glad we chose him!!
Kayla B
5.0
1/26/2022
DAN IS AMAZING! My fiancé and I were a little nervous for our engagement pictures since we had never taken professional pictures together. Dan made us feel comfortable and even had us laughing. He was great at telling us what we needed to do. He even had us running though a field! (Which was pretty fun!) Our pictures turned out great. Such a cool guy. We are so excited for him to do our wedding next!
Sheryl W
5.0
12/28/2021
Super delayed because we got busy buying a house, moving, adopting more cats after our wedding--but I would be remiss if I didn't point out how AMAZING Dan is as a photographer (and a person!) He made my husband and I feel comfortable, he was flexible with the 2020 situation and us rescheduling to 2021, and so great to work with. Our guests loved him too--he let everyone know he was available to take pictures of couples/groups too in addition to candid shots he captured of our reception. I highly recommend Dan and love his style--his website and Instagram have great examples of his work. Thank you for being so great Dan and being such a cool person! Parker and I love the pictures you captured of our day!
Nichole O
5.0
11/12/2021
100% book Dan! Our experience with Dan was nothing less than amazing. We are obsessed with our engagement and wedding photos. Dan is so sweet and fun and made our engagement session and wedding day such a great experience. He managed a 250 person group wedding photo with ease and made our wedding timeline go smoothly. Dan will go out of his way to make everything absolutely perfect. He helped me pick out my dress for my engagement photos, went over the timeline with me multiple times to ease my anxiety, asked what photos we specifically wanted, and ensured we got them, and most importantly made us laugh the entire time. Seriously do not consider any other photographer, Dan is this one!
Kevin D
5.0
8/22/2021
Dan is amazing! He created a super relaxing and fun environment for us and our guests during our wedding and did such an amazing job herding our families for pics! We couldn’t be happier with how Dan captured our big day. Highly highly recommend booking Dan!
Allison S
5.0
6/25/2021
We used Dan for both our engagement pictures and our wedding photos. We are both a little camera awkward, and Dan did such a great job giving us direction and making us feel comfortable, which I really appreciate. He is also so nice and super easy to talk to and get along with. On top of that, his photos are amazing!! I cannot wait to print out our wedding photos and hang them all over our house!! Overall, I would give Dan a 10/10, and I highly recommend to anyone in need of a photographer to capture your special day!!
anonymous u
5.0
5/21/2021
For sure a 5 star review! Dan did our engagement photos for us and they came out amazing. The process was very easy and casual from start to finish. We were nervous going into it because we haven’t had professional pictures in a long long time but he made us feel very comfortable and we had fun the whole time. We thought if we got 5 good pictures it would be a success but we got so many amazing pictures from our shoot- plus we got them back really quickly. Highly recommend!
Kristyn G
5.0
5/18/2021
If I could give 10 stars ⭐️ I would! Dan was spectacular before, during, and after the wedding! We are beyond thankful for all the engagement photos, wedding photos and all the GIFS. Thank you for being flexible during all the wedding changes due to COVID! Thank you for having a quick turn around. It means a lot!
Andrea M
5.0
5/04/2021
Dan was amazing! He was great with our dogs and he did an awesome job, even after getting a bee sting on his finger within the first 15 minutes of being there. He even got us our finished photos within 4 days of the wedding!! Gorgeous photos!
Olivia E
5.0
1/29/2021
Dan is the best! He worked with our last minute, COVID wedding and instantly made us feel so comfortable. He is very efficient and organized, AND takes the best photos! I couldn’t recommend him more. Thanks, Dan!!
Nerma Z
5.0
1/07/2021
Dan was incredible to work with! I absolutely love the way our engagement photos turned out. His talent helped make this happen! I always make it a point to mention our experience. We're so excited to work with Dan on our Wedding Day!
Lizzie D
5.0
12/09/2020
So happy that my husband and I had Dan as our wedding photographer! We loved his work from the start, and were absolutely blown away once we got our wedding gallery back. He fulfilled all of the requests of the day, and went above and beyond as our photographer. He was extremely personable and friendly — the whole bridal party loved interacting with him. Our wedding photo are literal pieces of art due to Dan and his creativity. Would recommend him in a heartbeat to any couple who wants a photographer that captures both the art and emotion that comes with a wedding day.
Emily W
5.0
11/28/2020
Can’t say enough about how great our experience was with Dan. We told him what we wanted and he absolutely NAILED IT! He is personable and cares about what you want. He is a true pro so there is no need to micro manage. Let him do his job and listen to his instruction. You will not be let down. If you are looking for quality shots with an easy experience then Dan is your man!
Caitlyn L
5.0
11/28/2020
We had so much fun working with Dan for our engagement session. We are absolutely in love with our pictures and cannot wait for Dan to photograph our wedding. He is the best!
Emily K
5.0
11/27/2020
Dan is incredible! Our photos are everything we could have hoped for and more! Dan is easy to reach, responsive, detail oriented, organized, and fun to work with! He will have you smiling and laughing throughout the entire process and then crying happy tears when your photos arrive. We can't say enough great things about Dan!
Lyndsay T
5.0
11/06/2020
Dan is phenomenal at what he does. My fiancé and I are not picture people. We were very nervous about the entire process and the ability to get great shots. Dan made us feel very comfortable and we ended up actually really enjoying the process. On top of the experience being really stellar, the pictures were gorgeous. There were so many wonderful options; we were blown away. He was always very responsive with questions and concerns, and completed everything in a timely manner. Overall great experience, even better product, and outstanding professionalism. You won't regret booking Dan!
Rita F
5.0
10/25/2020
Dan made our day so wonderful! We had quite a few changes in plans and each time I emailed him he was responsive, understanding, and flexible with us. He is laid back, has a fantastic sense of humor, and made the whole experience so much fun! His personality and demeanor when he is working helped us to be so relaxed and comfortable being photographed. His excitement and love of what he does made us so excited and we loved how collaborative and open to ideas and suggestions he was. We didn't have a ton of "planned photos" for the day, since we had so many changes leading up to the day with COVID, so we are so grateful that we chose such an experienced photographer. The photos he took at the hotel, in places we never would have thought of, as well as around the city, looked AMAZING. And that was just off his camera before any editing! He made us feel so comfortable and natural in front of the camera, and we cannot wait to get our photos back. We already know we are going to be obsessed with them!
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