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My goal at DSQ Photography is to listen to your vision and deliver images that match your idea so well that you'll believe I took them through your eyes. Based in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and founded in 2007 as a part-time plan for the future, DSQ Photography quickly became a full-time focus. We have delighted brides, grooms, and families throughout Philadelphia, New Jersey, and the Delaware area alike. Each wedding is different, so we only have one mindset. We'll do whatever it takes to make a Happy Couple.

Services Offered

The team at DSQ Photography focuses on creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere for couples while still capturing and directing photos. Couples can rest assured knowing that their wedding party and family portraits will be beautiful, crisp, and creative. Couples can get in touch with the DSQ team for a full consultation and more information.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$1,025

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
Albums
Digital Files
Proofs
Save the Date

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$2,150

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

Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Albums
Digital Files
Proofs

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Photojournalism
Traditional

What photography services do you offer?

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

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints
Proofs
Save the Date
Thank You Cards
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Reviews of DSQPhotography

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13 Reviews
99% recommend it
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    4.9 out of 5 rating
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    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    4.9 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    4.9 out of 5 rating
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Darnell is highly recommended by several couples for wedding photography. Reviewers praised his professionalism, friendliness, and creativity. They appreciated his ability to capture special moments and make them feel comfortable during the shoot. Darnell's knowledge of photo locations and quick turnaround time were also commended. Overall, couples were extremely satisfied with their experience and would recommend Darnell for wedding photography.

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Darnell is highly recommended by several couples for wedding photography. Reviewers praised his professionalism, friendliness, and creativity. They appreciated his ability to capture special moments and make them feel comfortable during the shoot. Darnell's knowledge of photo locations and quick turnaround time were also commended. Overall, couples were extremely satisfied with their experience and would recommend Darnell for wedding photography.

Shiane
Shiane S. Sent on 10/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Magical Photos and Fantastic Experience

Darnell was everywhere all at once at my wedding. He got so many moments that I, as the bride, missed and did so beautifully. I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a quality wedding photographer who is friendly, creative, and an absolute joy to work with. 10/10 Experience.
Gianni
Gianni G. Sent on 05/31/2023
5 out of 5 rating

DSQ Photography is exceptional.

Darnell took our wedding photos in April of 2023; he was simply amazing to work with. He was professional, amazing at his craft, and worked really hard to understand exactly what we wanted. Darnell captured the beauty of our wedding and gave us perfect suggestions for how to pose, and I am someone who is not great at posing.
J
Josh R. Sent on 06/21/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding Review

Darnell was amazing for our engagement and wedding photos. He was extremely personable, engaging and had a great way of making us feel comfortable. He was very knowledgeable about areas and venues for photos and was open to try anything creativity wise. The photos came out great and I would highly recommend and use again for any events in the future.
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Darnell Barnes
Darnell Barnes
President

I love Love. I want to capture a moment and have someone who wasn't there smile and feel like they were. It's personal to me because it's personal to you. I consider myself a poet and a photographer... using multiple senses to create.

I stopped counting at 100 weddings and now each is my first, with that couple at that moment. It always keeps me refreshed. A helpless romantic with a camera and a wife. That's DSQPhotography.

Khamila Barnes
Khamila Barnes
Designer

Khamila is the final stage in our wedding relay. She designs the timeless albums that couples love. She draws her inspiration from the love that is captured and delivers a beautiful keepsake for couples to treasure forever.

Lynda Jeter
Lynda Jeter
Admin

Lynda is a dedicated professional who spent the majority of her career working for the City of Philadelphia. Now Lynda has shifted her focus to providing support for DSQPhotography and insuring that customers receive the attention and focus necessary to having a great and memorable wedding day.

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DSQPhotography frequently asked questions

DSQPhotography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
DSQPhotography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • One Event / Day
  • Albums
  • Digital Files
  • Proofs
DSQPhotography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Photojournalism
  • Traditional
DSQPhotography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
DSQPhotography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
  • Proofs
  • Save the Date
  • Thank You Cards
DSQPhotography 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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