It's not just about capturing breathtaking moments but crafting an experience as unique as the individuals I have the pleasure of working with. I believe in the power of personalization, and that begins with getting to know you. Understanding your story, your preferences, and your vision allows me to tailor my approach, ensuring that the essence of your journey is seamlessly woven into every frame.
I look forward to capturing the timeless beauty of your moments and creating an experience that resonates with the very heart of your story. For inquiries and the latest details, please connect with me through the forms below.
Welcome to the MBDN fine art portrait and south dakota wedding photography and videography experience.
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Email: booking@momentsbydaniellenicole.com
Call or Text: 605-956-3606
Studio located in Clear Lake, SD
Available for travel all over the Midwest and to destination locations in the US and beyond.
Monday-Friday: 10am-4pm CST
Saturday + Sunday: Out of office for booked sessions & weddings
In-person meetings are by appt only.
wedding experience
I strive not only to capture stunning moments that will be cherished for a lifetime but also to create an enjoyable and guiding experience for my couples, enhancing every facet of their special day. To inquire about the latest pricing, kindly complete the form below.
Full wedding day average investment is $5,500.
inquiry form for the mbdn
Portrait experience
I strive not only to capture stunning moments that will be cherished for a lifetime but also to create an enjoyable and guiding experience for my couples, enhancing every facet of their special day. To inquire about the latest pricing, kindly complete the form below.
portrait session average investment is $900+.
inquiry form for the mbdn
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
Can we book a mini session at any time?
How long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
can we have the raw photos and film?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for Sessions?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for Sessions?
Though based out of eastern South Dakota, I do travel all over the Midwest and to destination locations. I've flown more than 25+ flights and love traveling. There is no mileage fee for any sessions held in Clear Lake, SD. Travel is included in every collection up to 30 miles roundtrip for each session. If it is longer, the government standard rate per mile round trip will be added to your invoice. If travel is 2 hours or longer or our coverage extends past 9pm, we ask you put us up for the night in a hotel so we don’t drive home sleepy! For destination sessions all travel is custom quoted.
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for Session?
I consider myself a fine-art light and airy type of photographer. My editing is on the lighter end to make sure you have images that last for generations to come. Films are more true-to-color, but still have a lighter editing feel.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
can we have the raw photos and film?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for sessions?
Personally, I use several Canon R6's and R6 Mark II's, with various EF and RF lenses, for both photos and films. My cameras all have two SD card slots to ensure we always have a backup of your content! Once I get home, I immediately backup your files to two external drives, so you have 4 backups to be on the safe side! Once delivered through an online gallery, I guarantee to keep a copy, of your edited files, on hand for 1 year.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
what's all included in a collection?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
can we add on a film/video to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for sessions?
To officially book your session, you just pay the retainer (typically 50% of your total invoice) on your online invoice. Taxes may vary. Then, the remaining amount is due 24 hours before your session. There is a 10% late fee per week the invoice is overdue. No content (images or film) will start processing or be delivered until paid in full. You are welcome to pay your invoice at any time, in any amount, on your online portal!
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how long are sessions?
are engagement sessions included?
can we have the raw photos and film?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for sessions?
ABSOLUTELY! This is offered to ALL portrait clients. They always say a photo can speak 1,000 words, but video/film shots literally say everything that a photo can't. Imagine rewatching some of those scenes forty years from now with your grandkids.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
what's all included in a collection?
can we have the raw photos and film?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for sessions?
I do occasionally capture weddings or sessions for photographers or videographers who pay me for the RAW images or film files. For non-photographer clients wanting raw files, they can be quoted to you but are very expensive ($XXX+) and client will provide USB and pay for shipping.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
can we have the raw photos and film?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for Sessions?
Every collection includes the session, my prepping and editing time, and your chosen amount of high resolution jpeg digital images! Check out my "what is included in every collection experience" section above for more details.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
can we have the raw photos and film?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for Sessions?
It all depends on the collection you pick! For photo only sessions, they take between 30-60 minutes. If you want a film added, it can take an additional 30 minutes. If you have family members with short attention spans, a mini session is the perfect fit for immediate families! I always adjust the length of session to my clients and the mood.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how long are sessions?
what's included in a collection?
can we have the raw photos and film?
Can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for Sessions?
Due to the nature of mini sessions, I only offer them specific days each year. If you'd like to join my first dibs list to reach out to when I release those dates, let me know!
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how long are sessions?
what's all inclued in a collection?
can we add on a video./film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for sessions?
After inquiring or directly booking a session, you'll pick your collection choice, session date, sign your agreement, pay the retainer, and fill out the questionnaire!
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for sessions?
At booking, you will choose how many digital images you want to buy. However, I typically return 50-150+ digital images each session on your online gallery to choose from. An upcharge can be paid to purchase the entire gallery if you can't pick favorites, which is common!
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
can we book a mini session at any time?
how long are sessions?
what's all included in a collection?
can we add on a video/film to our session?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for sessions?
Usually clients book within 3-6 months for portrait sessions. Senior and newborn session spots typically book quicker, so I would suggest booking 6 months in advance for those.
can we have the raw photos and film?
portrait Frequently Asked Questions
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
can we have the raw photos and film?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
Though based out of eastern South Dakota, I do travel all over the Midwest and to destination locations. I've flown more than 25+ flights and love traveling. Travel is included in every collection up to 30 miles roundtrip for each the engagement session and wedding. If it is longer, the government standard rate per mile round trip will be added to your invoice. If travel is 2 hours or longer or our coverage extends past 9pm, we ask you put us up for the night in a hotel so we don’t drive home sleepy! For destination weddings all travel is custom quoted.
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
I consider myself a fine-art light and airy type of photographer. My editing is on the lighter end to make sure you have images that last for generations to come. Films are more true-to-color, but still have a lighter editing feel.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
can we have the raw photos and film?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
Personally, I use several Canon R6's and R6 Mark II's, with various EF and RF lenses, for both photos and films. My cameras all have two SD card slots to ensure we always have a backup of your content! Once I get home, I immediately backup your files to two external drives, so you have 4 backups to be on the safe side! Once delivered through an online gallery, I guarantee to keep a copy, of your edited files, on hand for 1 year.
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
To officially book your date, you will pay a $1,000 retainer on your online invoice. Taxes may vary. Then, the remaining amount is due 30 days before your wedding. There is a 10% late fee per week the invoice is overdue. No content (images or film) will start processing or be delivered until paid in full. You are welcome to pay your invoice at any time, in any amount, on your online portal! My couples love this option!!
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
can we have the raw photos and film?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
If your collection includes a second shooter, then yes. If I choose to bring a second shooter along with at my own expense to assist me, I cannot guarantee you will receive content from them. You are welcome to add on a second shooter as well to your invoice after booking!
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
I do occasionally capture weddings or sessions for photographers or videographers who pay me for the RAW images or film files. For non-photographer clients wanting raw files, they can be quoted to you but are very expensive ($X,XXX+) and client will provide USB and pay for shipping.
For films, if your collection includes the Sentimental Moments RAW Film, then you will receive a video of moments throughout your entire day of raw (un-edited) footage. Disclaimer: this footage may be shaky or blurry at times and will have raw audio attached.
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
YES! I ADORE spending time with my couples before their big day and getting to know them. It allows for couples to get used to me and my posing methods too so you know what to expect at your wedding. Your photo and video team are the only ones with you CONSTANTLY all day, so I want you to feel comfortable with me!
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
It all depends on the collection you pick! I offer 8 and 10 hour options for full day weddings or 4-6 hour options options for elopements and intimate weddings. All coverage ends by 9pm or overtime and a hotel for the night is added to your invoice after our timeline planning call so my team can make it home safely.
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
Full highlight films take 4-6 weeks to rewatch all the footage, edit, sync audio and licensed background music. Teasers are posted within 7 days after your wedding.
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
After inquiring, you'll receive my pricing guide and link to book a discovery call with me within 24 business hours!
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
The number of photos depends on your day and the amount of details and how large your family and bridal party are. I've returned 1500+ photos for 10 hour days and als0 500 images for more intimate weddings--it truly just depends on what all there is to capture!
can we have the raw photos and film?
How far in advance should we book your services?
HOW MANY PHOTOS DO WE GET AND WHEN DO WE GET THEM BACK?
what is the next step after inquiring?
when do we get our higlhight film back?
how many hours of coverage do i get?
are engagement sessions included?
do you bring a second shooter?
what is your payment policy?
WHAT EQUIPMENT DO YOU USE?
What is your style?
Do you travel for weddings?
Typically, couples book me within 9-18 months for larger weddings or 6-9 months for destination and intimate weddings (less than 50 guests).
can we have the raw photos and film?
Wedding Frequently Asked Questions
I firmly believe that everyone deserves to possess beautiful heirlooms, timeless treasures that encapsulate the essence of sentimental moments. These tangible keepsakes serve as a profound connection to our personal histories, preserving the magic of our journey through time. By capturing and cherishing these moments in photographs, we not only create a visual tapestry of our lives but also ensure that our stories embedded within them endure for generations to come.
Hello loves,
A fine art south dakota wedding photographer and videographer
i love creating light and romantic heirlooms for couples and families
I'm Danielle Nicole
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the wedding experience
Choose us for your photography needs because we believe your motherhood and marriage stories are priceless. We specialize in capturing not just moments but the profound emotions that define these chapters, ensuring your memories are frozen in time with authenticity and warmth. Let us document these precious moments so you can relive the beauty of your story whenever you want.
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