If you need brand photography or event photography--Dana is the one. Full stop! I met Dana over 10 years ago when she photographed a close friend's wedding, and I remember immediately loving her whole vibe. I've followed her on Instagram (@modernjoydana) and kept my eye on her work ever since. When I saw her move into brand photography, I knew I had to work with her one day. Fast forward a decade, and that moment came--for my company, Grow There. I explored other photographers in the Bay Area where I live, but what I saw in Dana's work, I wasn't finding anywhere else. What I love most is this: she truly embodies what she brings out in the people she photographs. Her creativity, excitement, and zest for life aren't just part of her business--they're how she lives. And that alignment shows up in every shot. I just got my photos back and am so genuinely grateful for what she captured. They feel authentic, alive, and deeply reflective of who I am and the work I do. Working with Dana was easy, energizing, and grounding--and the final photos are proof of that. Could not recommend her more! read more

Dana did an amazing job being the photographer for me and my wife's wedding. She was friendly, easy to work with, and made our day even that more better knowing we were in good hands with a highly skilled photographer! read more

Dana is truly amazing. From the moment the shoot started, her great vibe and energy made the entire experience feel relaxing, comfortable, and genuinely fun. She has a way of bringing out your personality so everything feels natural, not forced. I absolutely love the bold colors in the final shots--when you look at them, you can feel how much fun the shoot was. The hardest part was narrowing down the winners because there were so many great options. If you're looking for a headshot photographer who delivers beautiful images and an enjoyable experience, Dana is it. read more

Dana and Evan were an absolute treat to have as our wedding photographers. Photography was probably the most important thing to me when booking vendors and was so happy to find them! The day we met Dana and Evan we knew we had to use them and we are so thankful we did. Dana and Evan took so much care and pride into making sure every moment was captured and we will always hold them dear to our hearts. We are so grateful to have found them! read more

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We hired Dana for our engagement photo shooting ,i was so fortunate to have a talented , professional photographer like Dana . She took us to Laguna Beach , and we were amazed with the spots she picked. The best part was when we got the pics , we were fascinated with the results. Great pics , great quality and I highly recommend her for anyone. Thanks Dana !!!! read more

I had the privilege of working with Dana this weekend at a wedding (I am a coordinator) and her and her husband were amazing! They are one of the only photographers I have ever seen actually stick to the clients shot list and make sure they got every shot the couple wanted. They were friendly, creative and fun and the clients seem to love working with them. If there engagement shoot is any indication of the immense talent Dana has I am sure the photos will turn out spectacular! I highly recommend Dana Grant Photography and look forward to working with them again soon! read more

Using Dana for our wedding photography was one of the best decisions we could have made. We absolutely love her style of photography. It's a little bit of classic mixed in with a whole lot of beautiful artistry. From our first meeting with Dana (where she provided us with Sidecar donuts!) to our wedding day, Dana was absolutely phenomenal. You can tell she loves what she does and that shows in every photo she takes. At first my (now) husband and I weren't sure what to expect when we showed up for our engagement photo session. We quickly fell into an easy rhythm with Dana. She made us feel so comfortable and easy in a situation where we started out a little nervous. And the shots she got from that day were amazing. It truly felt like she captured our energy on camera. We used them in our save the dates, on our wedding website, and even at the bridal shower. Her extensive experience as a photographer allows her to keep things moving. She had complete control the day of the wedding and knocked out shot after shot without losing a beat. It can be difficult to organize an energized, giddy group of people but Dana handled the bridal party and family photos with ease. You could tell she knew exactly what she was doing. Not only that, her energy the day of makes you feel completely at ease in front of the camera. Her price point is well worth the quality of photos and the experience she brings to the table. We absolutely loved working with her and highly, highly recommend her!! read more

She's fabulous! She photographed my wedding and also did my engagement photos. Very friendly and easy to communicate with. I gave 4 stars because there were some traditional wedding photos that were missed and I feel the pricing was a bit high. However, the quality of the photos was fantastic and her personality too! read more

I found Dana at a Bridal Expo when I was a vendor wandering around seeing what caught my eye and who I wanted to work with. Not only was her work stunning but I loved her incredible energy. Photography is my favorite medium and I am particular about not only who I hire, but whom I work with.. Dana has been a part of 3 stylized shoots I have produced as has knocked me off my feet with the final product of each of them. I recommend her to my clients who are planning a wedding and to anyone in need of corporate or family photography. She is a sweetheart and deserves 11 stars. read more

Dana photographed our maternity session, and she was absolutely lovely! She was really artistic and shared our vision of what I could only describe as "whimsical", and we had such a great variety of classic and creative pictures. I look forward to working with her again in the future. read more

Dana Grant photography is absolutely Amazing! She caught the most memorable photos at my wedding, pictures that still make me cry to this day.. I loved her so much that I booked for family sessions, b-sessions, maternity sessions and even family parties(birthday's, showers and such). If there's a special event you want to remember for the rest of your life, Dana Grant photography is the way to go. I have and always will recommend her. I'm a lifer. :) I'm looking forward to the next family milestone to be celebrated and remembered though her pictures. read more

Dana was amazing and she is so sweet! She made us feel very comfortable. Can't wait to post some pics! Thanks Dana!

Dana is one of those unique gifted photographers. She has an eye for "catching the moment" that most photographers don't. She did my Boudoir Photos and has a way of making you feel so comfortable with yourself and confident. I would highly recommend her for any special occasion. read more

Dana is simply the best photographer I know! She photographed my wedding and then recently my maternity. She is full of personality and I feel like she "gets" me. I was really impressed to see that all of her sessions look completely different which made me feel like she would be able to capture me and not just shoot it like everyone else. Not only did she capture the memories, (her candids are amazing!) but now I have beautiful artwork for my home. Her prices are very reasonable and her customer service is great. She got back to me right away and responded to all of my emails very promptly. You MUST hire this photographer! read more

I recently got married in March and choose Dana for her amazing eye and original pictures she is able to create. I have to say I feel so lucky to have picked such a great photographer. I believe this is one of the most important vendors because once everything is over, pictures are really all you have to remember that very special day! Everyone has been amazed by our photos! Definitely money well spent! read more

We hired Dana as our wedding photographer (best decision ever!) We've only done our engagement photos so far, but they are AMAZING. She's so fun and personable; we had such a great time at our shoot and never once felt uncomfortable. We had a hard time selecting a location, and she picked the 2 best places for us, based on what we liked. She works really fast, too, because we got our photos just 2 weekends later! I can't wait for her and her fiancé to shoot our wedding! read more

Dana Grant made my photography dreams come true! She did my wedding in 2008 and has since done my Christmas Cards every year and will be at any other major life events because I cannot imagine anyone capturing them better. She was not only wonderful and talented but she is also highly professional. I got everything I wanted and more than I could have imagined wanting. What more could anyone ask for? read more

Dana is simply amazing!! I could not be happier or more impressed with our recent experience. My husband and I just moved from LA to Huntington Beach and wanted to find a local photographer that we could use for all of our family needs and thankfully I found Dana. Our first experience was a maternity shoot which was super fun and a lot of different shots. It was raining on the day we were supposed to shoot in the park. Dana was super flexible and allowed us to shoot around our house. The photos turned out so amazing. The lighting, the vivid colors, everything was spot on! We are so excited to use her again for the infant photo shoot once our little bundle of joy arrives and for many future family shoots and needs. I am so happy to have found such a professional photographer and fabulous person! read more

I had an AMAZING experience with Dana. I hired Dana for a boudoir photoshoot on Thumbtack as a wedding gift for my husband. She far exceeded my expectations! Her studio space is stunning, and she made me feel so comfortable and beautiful during the photoshoot, and I couldn't be happier with the photos. My husband-to-be is going to love them. THANK YOU, DANA! I will definitely be using her again in the future. read more

Dana is beyond amazing! She was our photographer for our wedding in Oct. (along with her 2nd photographer Evan) and was perfect from the beginning. We started with an engagement shoot, which she made incredibly easy and fun. She is professional, responsive, always goes above in beyond, and adds unique touches to things like our flash drive for our photos, which really sets her apart. On our wedding day, her and Evan was just wonderful. They made us comfortable and fit in like they were good friends and part the of the wedding party. Our family and friends just love them. Outside of all the wonderful things I could say about who Dana is as a person and professional (which I think is honestly crucial in looking to hire a wedding photographer) her photos are stunning. They are a perfect balance between artistic, unique and classic. She has an ability to retell the day through photography, which for us, was priceless. I would highly recommend her for any and all photography needs; we found our photographer for life! read more

Dana captured some very special moments--and they were absolutely perfect. Keeping in mind, I've taken photography classes so I know...one has to take hundreds to find that special one. Dana captured perhaps one of the most special moments--it was the couple minutes before I walked down the aisle with my dad and in the photo I was smiling up at him as he was looking ahead with a smile on his face. I can't believe I even considered not hiring any photographer (I'm not much of a wedding person) but in the end, it's all about the photos because the day goes by in a flash. I am so happy I called Dana. She actually photographed my good friend's wedding, and as I was a bridesmaid I already knew her easy-going spirit and amazing work. I was considering just eloping, too, but Dana's photos made me so glad I had a wedding after all. It was a pretty special day. You will be so lucky to have Dana at your wedding. read more