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Destination wedding photographer

photographing weddings and elopements across the globe.

Making art from the moments that matter

Hello! I'm Dan, a wedding and portrait photographer. I'm a hopeless romantic, married to my high school sweetheart, and I'm the proudest dad to my son. I love my job. Even after photographing more than 100 weddings, I still get excited to see a groom see his bride for the first time and I still tear up during ceremonies. Being trusted to create a time capsule of memories from such momentous occasions is such a tremendous privilege. The only thing I like better than a wedding is a destination, and I'm so grateful for the opportunities I've had to photograph people all over the world. You can see more of my wedding and destination work on my website. I'd love to meet you and hear your story, so feel free to send me a message through my Contact page, and I hope to talk to you soon!

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Slideshow
Digital Files
Proofs

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

Add'l Hours
Engagement Shoot
Hand-Coloring
Multi. Locations
Slideshow
Albums
Digital Files
Prints
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Flush Mount
Matted Prints
Prints
Proofs
Thank You Cards

Reviews of Dan Sauer Photography

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Kelly Sent on 10/23/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Amore a Roma

Planning a destination wedding is difficult. You must trust in various reviews and images and 'hope' that they hold true. You must trust your instincts in the various interactions that you have with your planner via email or skype that they in fact have what it takes and that their recommendations are on point. Long and short, I am happy I did all of the above and believed in Dan Sauer's portfolio, vision and professionalism. We were quite concerned coming to our wedding day that we wouldn't have what it takes to be photogenic, find the right scenery or get the right sunlight, but with the coordination between Dan and our wedding planner (Italian Wedding Event), the execution of our wedding was pristine. Once confirming Dan, he reached out to us almost immediately to introduce himself, provide a timeline of planning / what to expect and was prompt on our beautiful day. Dan offered comfort, did not intrude and was able to capture angles and moments where I never even noticed him. I look back at his pictures and he captured every minute. I will be able to look as these photos when I am old and gray and remember every moment. We could not be more thankful than to have had him as our photographer. Trust in Dan's professionalism, creative ability and passion for the camera.
Grazie mille - xoxo.
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Annie Sent on 03/04/2019
5 out of 5 rating

All that you want in your wedding photographer

Dan is professional, kind, and wildly talented. My husband and I are fairly shy people, but he made us feel so comfortable throughout the whole day. He is so calm, patient, and respectful. He knows exactly the best shots to take. We were amazed by all of our pictures and cannot recommend him enough. His photos are breathtaking!
Kristina
Kristina Sent on 11/22/2017
5 out of 5 rating
Dan is such an awesome photographer. I love his dramatic photos. He was willing to capture anything I wanted and I valued his input on what he wanted to photograph. He worked around certain shots that we needed. He was by our side every moment. I recommend Dan for any photography needs
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Rachel Sent on 12/15/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Trust Danny's artistic eye! He knows what he's doing, and we will see shots that you hadn't even considered.
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Gabriela Sent on 06/24/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Dan captured the entire wedding day and gave us great pictures! His professionalism ensured our day would be successful and his style of photography was beautiful. So happy we used Dan Sauer Photography!
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Alexandra Sent on 02/26/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Dan Sauer Photography is worth every penny! Our beautiful day was incredibly immortalized by Dan's incomparable eye. He has so many unique tricks up his sleeve to create the most breathtaking photos. The quality of the photos left me speechless! (Do yourself a favor and purchase the photo album! Trust me!) Not only does he have remarkable talent, but he is so kind and personable. He created a safe space for us to feel empowered and excited on our day. As the bride, I felt comfortable and grounded having Dan by my side and we have the photos to prove his excellence. My husband, Sean, and I could not be happier!
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Elizabeth Sent on 02/17/2016
5 out of 5 rating
He was the photographer for my sisters wedding and did a wonderful job and was the photographer for my wedding and was a above and beyond! His work is beautiful and very talented. He understands what moments are important to capture. Also, Danny has a very calm patient personality that is really nice to have on the day of your hectic wedding. So grateful we chose him in every way!
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Claire Sent on 11/11/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Dan is so much more than a photographer - he is a storyteller and an artist. Not only is he extremely skilled in what he does, but he goes above and beyond in order to create a great experience with exceptional work to match. I used Dan for a portrait shoot and the pictures that came out of that session were better than I could have ever expected. It's hard to find an event and portrait photographer as detail oriented and as editorially artistic as he is. I highly recommend him if you're looking for personalized photography that goes against the cliche grain.
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Ashley Sent on 07/31/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Dan Sauer is a extraordinary photographer with an exquisite eye for detail in all of his shots. He was able to capture so many touching moments during my wedding day, and I cannot imagine getting better photos from anyone else. You truly will have a top notch experience if you choose him as your photographer, and he will make sure to get every detail of your day in your photos. He is top notch, and I cannot wait to book him for other photo sessions!
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User2185248 Sent on 06/17/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Danny did a phenomenal job taking photos of my girlfriend and I. It was a truly wonderful experience. He is flexible, easy going, yet gives you direction on how to look best. Not only that but he is encouraging through the shoot and takes your ideas and thoughts into consideration. He is a professional and a gifted photographer. I will most certainly be using him again.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner

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Dan Sauer Photography frequently asked questions

Dan Sauer Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Slideshow
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
Dan Sauer Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Add'l Hours
  • Engagement Shoot
  • Hand-Coloring
  • Multi. Locations
  • Slideshow
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
Dan Sauer Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Photojournalism
Dan Sauer Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Dan Sauer Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Flush Mount
  • Matted Prints
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Thank You Cards
Dan Sauer Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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