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I’m in the process of putting together all these new helpful guides for my brides this year, and the pretty photos I took last year that I’m adding to the layouts have me reminiscing hard core on all the wonderful weddings I attended last year. — Can I just say - to all of the lovely couples I got to work with last year - thank you! Thank you for trusting me to take your photos, for letting me party with you on your special day, and for more importantly, being my new friends! — This job is such a rewarding one and I love even more getting to watch my new friends grow in their marriage and life together on this little app. 💕 — So to all my past clients, I love you. Thank you. And to all my new friends this year, I can’t WAIT for all the new parties and memories we are going to create together! I’m just honestly feeling v grateful this morning. 😊✨ — Also, how stinking cute are Doni and her hubs here??? I had the most incredible shoot with them at such a special time in their lives and marriage together. What an honor it was to take these photos of them! ✨ ________________ #danipuringtonphotography #engagementphotographer #adventurousengagement #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #engagementphotos #engagement #engagementsession #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #utahelopementphotographer #arizonaweddingphotographer #arizonaelopementphotographer
One of the coolest privileges of being a couples photographer is having the opportunity to capture some of the most meaningful love stories in my personal life - the love of my parents. ✨ They’ve been married for close to 30 years now, and have been through so much together. Yet through the good and the bad times, they’ve always taught me to stay strong in my marriage and never go to bed angry - even if it’s a small fight. ✨ It was so fun to capture them now in this new stage in their life. They’ve recently moved from SoCal to Jacksonville, FL and have a beautiful condo right on the beach. This place has become their new home - so what better place to take some photos of their new adventure together! ✨ So much meaning and so much love behind this session. Everything about these photos make me so happy. ✨ If you’re a photographer, don’t forget about the important people in your life. You’ve been given such an incredible gift - the gift of capturing and telling stories. And sometimes the greatest stories are the ones we see every day. So make sure to capture them while they are still here. 💕 _____________________ #danipuringtonphotography #engagementphotographer #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #anniversaryshoot #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #floridaelopementphotographer #floridaweddingphotographer #jacksonville
Can I share something with you? I’ve never shared this on Insta before, and it’s a little scary to share, but this is my heart right now: James and I waited until we were married to be physically intimate. Yep. We waited 8 years. And there are reasons we chose to do so (mainly because we believe in God and his instructions are pretty clear), but also because we valued something else first. Our friendship. I believe that our society unfortunately portrays this ‘instant gratification intimacy’. Meaning: You see someone you’re attracted to, you try your hardest to get them home as fast as you can. Now, I know this isn’t everyone. People are different. Circumstances are different. But what the movies, media, TV shows, books, magazines, and influencers portray is pretty clear. And it breaks my heart. Yes, sex is important under the right circumstances, but relationships - especially those you wish to develop into a marriage one day - need to be built on more than the ‘instant gratification intimacy’. True intimacy takes time to accomplish. It’s emotional. It’s mental. It’s not JUST being physical. True Intimacy is: • Staying up all night talking about your fears, dreams, and ‘what ifs’ knowing that your person’s got your hand and is listening to you. • Fully trusting that person in any circumstance. • Farting in front of each other and laughing hysterically together • Being able to be vulnerable and break down walls in front of each other. • Having so many inside jokes with each other that when a situation unfolds, you’re able to glance at that person and suddenly bust up laughing together. • Walking through your struggles together - supporting each other always. Now look, I’m not telling anyone what to do. This topic has been on my heart for a loonngggg time. Waiting 8 years to be physically intimate was by far the. hardest. thing. I’ve. ever. had. to. do. But James and I have never been stronger. He knows more about me than anyone else on the planet. He is my rock, and truly the love of my life. So, this is my heart today. Let’s try and engage in more meaningful conversations - and pull away from what society tells us is the right way. ✨
I’ve been at Disneyworld the past two days and I’m seriously just having a BLAST! Who know vacation away from my computer could actually be this fun? 😂 — I’m literally just out here with my mom and we are having the best time trying food at Epcot, riding magical rides that give us alllllll the feels (like the Avatar ride in Animal Kingdom made my cry. Visually stunning and amazing 100000/10 recommend), and getting my steps in (we’ve done over 40k now 😂😂). — It’s been seriously amazing to take a little break and indulge in my love for Disney and amusement parks this week. Tomorrow we’re headed to Universal Studios (mostly for the Hogwarts train ride let’s be real), and I can’t wait! Check out my story for more of our adventures! 😄✨ __________________________ #danipuringtonphotography #hawaii #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #hawaiiweddingphotographer #hawaiielopementphotographer #hawaiiwedding #hawaiiweddinginspo #californiaelopementphotographer #californiaweddingphotographer #destinationelopementphotographer
When the lighting is perfect and you just swoon. ✨ Those rays were 100% real, shining through the giant redwoods in the distance. We all got actual chills. Nature is so magical. 😭 Where’s one place you’ve experienced recently that gave you the chills?! 🙈 __________________ #danipuringtonphotography #redwoodsnationalpark #redwoodsengagement #redwoodsengagementphotographer #engagementphotographer #adventurousengagement #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #engagementphotos #engagement #engagementsession #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #oregonelopementphotographer #washingtonelopementphotographer #utahelopementphotographer
My direction for this shot, “Now pretend you’re Jack and Rose from Titanic!!” 😂 — I just realized I don’t have Big Sur on my travel for this year and it made me kind of sad. This place is so beautiful and magical! The cliffs, the shores, the hikes, and the views make it easily one of my favorite places to shoot on the Cali coast. — Anyone down to create some magic up there with me this year?! Message me and LETS MAKE IT HAPPEN! 🙌🏻 __________________________ #danipuringtonphotography #bigsur #engagementphotographer #adventurousengagement #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #engagementphotos #engagement #engagementsession #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #oregonelopementphotographer #bigsur #bigsurengagement
Sorry I’ve been MIA for a hot sec... life’s been a little different lately. And I’ve always said I want to be 💯 with you guys on this little app, so here’s what’s been up: — James is currently living out of the house for his career and I’ve had a lot of alone time. It’s been great because I’ve been able to focus on a lot of other things, but it also gets lonely. And even though I’ve had a lot of friends and fam around to lift me up (including this Florida trip I leave for tomorrow!), there’s nothing that has seemed to fill the void of missing my best friend. And unfortunately, I won’t get to see him again until mid February because I will be traveling, and that’s also been a little tough to wrestle with. — Second, since I’ve taken a little bit of an unplanned break from Insta and other platforms, I’ve felt SUPER behind on my business strategy for 2019. And that has manifested into sleepless nights, anxiety attacks, fear of the future, and of course doubt about everything. — But you wanna know something? There’s a little hope here. This weekend, I was able to go to camp with my high school group from church (I’m a leader for the girls!), and we drove out to the middle of the desert to retreat and focus back on Jesus. And you guys... I can’t tell you exactly what flipped inside me, but I came back today knowing that everything was going to be okay. — If the God of the universe cares about me so much to send his son to die for me... then I know he’s got it under control. Everything that is happening in my life is for a greater plan - even though it might be a little tough right now. BUT, I’m back for now and ready to take on my next challenges with God on my side! And if you’re going through something too friend, let me know how I can pray for you! I’d love to help ya out in any way that I can!👇🏻👇🏻
It’s real hard to caption today so let’s just look at how beautiful Abby and Matt were on their wedding day. One of my fave photos from their December celebration!✨ __________________________ #danipuringtonphotography #theloftonpine #engagementphotographer #adventurousengagement #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #oregonelopementphotographer #washingtonelopementphotographer #utahelopementphotographer #arizonaweddingphotographer #arizonaelopementphotographer
Happy happy happy because I’m FINALLY taking my break that I’ve worked so hard for in t-minus 4 days!! Picture this: Me. On the beach. For 2 weeks. With a glass of wine. And some grilled cheese sandwiches. And maybe a trip to Dinseyworld. = My friggin happy place. — Rest is good, and rest is well needed! I never really quite got a break since wedding season ended (which was honestly May 1st to December 31st for me...), so I’m a little exhausted. And folks it’s SCARY to start to not want to do what you love - and we call that burnout. And honestly: 30 weddings, 173726637 engagement and couples shoots, and lotsssss of travel later (my 2018 in review), I’m feeling a liiiiiiittle burnt out. Can you blame me? 😂 — SO, this break is coming at a much needed time! And then as soon as I get back, it’s go time all over again. And I’ll be ready for it. — My challenge for you this year: remember to REST and take time for yourself. Take time and find space to just relax and unwind - whether that’s sitting on the beach or watching FRIENDS for 4 hours straight. Go into this year with the intention to rest. It will help you be better for those you love, and make you a happier person! Trust me... I’m speaking for myself here too. 😂 — But for now, FLORIDA HERE I COME!! ______________________________ #danipuringtonphotography #engagementphotographer #adventurousengagement #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #engagementphotos #engagement #engagementsession #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #oregonelopementphotographer #washingtonelopementphotographer #utahelopementphotographer #arizonaweddingphotographer #arizonaelopementphotographer
Tomorrow, James moves up to LA to begin his career. These are my last two days with him before I don’t get to see him for a solid month. Kind of weird, kind of sad, and a little scary. But I’m just trying to soak in every last minute with him before he leaves, and trusting in God real hard as we begin this process. Here we go, folks! ________________________ #danipuringtonphotography #adventure #adventureculture #adventureawaits #engagementphotographer #adventurousengagement #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #oregonelopementphotographer #washingtonelopementphotographer
Stairs and gowns with long trains = yes. Always yes. 🙌🏻✨ — On another note, I am so happy it’s January!! Not only because of the New Year, but because I decided to take a break this month from shooting. I’m doing this to intentionally put aside some time to rejuvenate my creative juices and focus on some HUGEE projects coming soon! — That being said, stay tuned for some really big announcements! You’re not going to want to miss what’s coming! (PS: to make sure you don’t miss out and also get some SWEET DEALS on what’s to come, head to my website and get on my email list!! I’ll keep you in the loop! 😉). ✨ ___________________________ #danipuringtonphotography #theloftonpine #engagementphotographer #adventurousengagement #adventurousweddingphotographer #authenticlovemag #adventuroussouls #adventurouslovestories #dirtybootsandmessyhair #LOVEANDWILDHEARTS #belovedstories #delightfulstories #truelovestory #staywild #wanderingweddings #photobugcommunity #californiaweddingphotographer #californiaelopementphotographer #destinationweddingphotographer #elopementlove #oregonelopementphotographer #washingtonelopementphotographer #utahelopementphotographer #arizonaweddingphotographer #arizonaelopementphotographer
Welp, it’s a new year, so I need a new me, right? Honestly... and this might sound blasphemous to say... but I like me where I am right now. And truthfully, I don’t think we take enough time to do that. To actually look at where we are and be THANKFUL. — Think of where you were a year ago. Last January, I was still working part-time, with 16 weddings in the books for 2018. I ended up closing last year full-time with 30 weddings, a BUNCCHHH of other shoots, and I was able to hire an assistant. Like seriously, WHAT?? In a matter of 11 months - that’s seriously crazy. — This is honestly all because of God. I prayed real hard for a solid year asking the Lord to provide me with a career I was excited about - and one that I wanted to do full-time. Well, he really didn’t waste any time because before I knew it I was able to get there. And I can’t really understand how he has blessed me with so much, because I REALLLLLY don’t deserve it. So all I can do is praise Him. — And that’s not all. God has CONTINUED to bless our lives even going into this year. Last January, James was still testing to be a firefighter allll over Southern California. He got a lot of rejection and a lot of false hope, and it was definitely getting tough to keep pursuing (since we had been at it for like 7 years now). But crazy enough, we get to start this year with James finally starting his dream job as a Firefighter with LA County Fire Department - something we’ve waited and trusted in for over 4 years since he took that test. — I believe that God’s timing is perfect. And I believe that everything he does for us is a part of a bigger plan and something greater. And I’m excited to be a part of that even more this year. — So, I hope this post gives you encouragement. If you’re not where you want to be yet, keep at it and trust in the Lord. Work hard, pray hard, and go get ‘em. ✊
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