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I’m Dan Barends, nice to meet you!

Award-Winning Wedding, Portrait, and Event Photographer in Philadelphia.

Photography I offer

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Weddings & Engagements

Let’s turn your engagement or wedding into a joyful, laughter-filled photo adventure. Book your session now and let’s create stunning memories together!

Starts at $3,000

Portraits & Headshots

Ready to celebrate yourself or your loved ones? From grads to headshots to family portrait sessions, let’s pick the perfect spot and capture you at your best. Schedule your photo shoot today!

Starts at $175/hr

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Starts at $150/hr

Events

Throwing a party, gala, or big event? Invite me to capture all the excitement and candid moments. I can’t wait to capture your celebrations!

Let's Do This!

A little about me

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Dan Barends Photography is a local Philadelphia Wedding, Portrait & Headshot, and Event Photography business focused on creating great experiences for clients. Looking for a professional photographer to bring your special moments to life? Connect with me today!

Learn more about Dan

Let’s create some memories, together!

Ready to capture your special moments? Schedule a personalized photography session with me today, and let's create memories you'll cherish forever.

For wedding clients: I will send you my scheduling platform to book a 30-minute video call to go over details.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Here are some of the top questions I get about my photography services.

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I offer wedding and engagement photography, headshots, and event photography services. For weddings and engagements, offer a bundle price if you do both. I also offer a discount for headshots if you bring multiple people to the photoshoot.
For your full gallery of finalized photos:
Headshots: 1 week
Family Portraits: 3 weeks
Events: 1 week
Engagements: 3 weeks
Weddings: 8 weeks
My goal is that the photos look exactly how the moment looked in real life. Therefore, I do natural light photography, so I don’t do any overlays or filters for a different aesthetic.
I will sometimes offer quick Headshot packages with fewer photos and a quicker turnaround of about 2 days. I also have portraits during holiday times for a reduced price. These photoshoots normally are about 15-20 minutes with 10 different shots made available.
Yes. When we have our 30-minute intro call to book your wedding date and also go over shot lists, I will make sure to take all ideas down. I love to make sure the couples I work with enjoy themselves, but also feel free to take their wedding day photos into their own hands. I am there for suggestions and guidance, but want these photos to be authentic for YOUR day. So, let’s have some fun!