Business Details
Your Trusted Wedding & Family Photographer in Modesto, CA
Welcome to Daniella Gehman Photography, where I have been capturing life's most precious moments since 2013. My journey with photography began in childhood with my mother's film SLR and continued through formal education at Modesto Junior College, where I earned my Associate of Arts in Photography in 2015. Based in Modesto, California, I specialize in wedding and family photography with an authentic, photojournalistic style that emphasizes natural light and genuine emotion. I serve clients throughout the Central Valley, including Manteca, Stockton, Lodi, Oakdale, Sonora, Turlock, and Merced, as well as the Bay Area. My approach blends editorial elegance with documentary storytelling, ensuring every tear, smile, and detail is preserved.Beyond weddings, I offer portrait sessions for families, maternity, seniors, and events such as birthdays and anniversaries. I often shoot with both digital and film cameras to honor my photographic roots. Over the past ten years, my work has taken me to destinations like New York City and Oregon. I pride myself on clear communication, timely delivery, and creating a comfortable experience for every client. My goal is to provide heirloom-quality images that you will cherish for generations. Thank you for considering me to document your story.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Photography
Family Photography
Maternity Photography
Senior Photography
Event Photography
Portrait Sessions
Destination Weddings
Second Shooter Services
Custom Albums
Highlights and features
- We offer over a decade of wedding photography experience.
- We shoot with both digital and film cameras.
- We serve Central Valley, Bay Area, and destination weddings.
- We provide timely digital delivery and custom albums.
- We prioritize clear communication and client comfort.
What people say
Fun and easygoing
Photos turned out gorgeous
Absolute dream
Communication on point
Highly recommend
Services
Wedding Photography
We capture your wedding day with an editorial and photojournalistic style, documenting every tear, smile, and detail from preparation to reception. Our approach blends digital and film photography to create timeless, heirloom-quality images. We serve Modesto, the Central Valley, Bay Area, and destination weddings, ensuring authentic storytelling and prompt delivery of digital galleries and custom albums.
Engagement Photography
We provide relaxed engagement sessions at scenic locations like Cypress Tree Tunnel or Monterey beaches, capturing your natural connection before the wedding. These sessions help you become comfortable with our photography style while creating beautiful images for save-the-dates or wedding decor. We guide you through authentic poses using soft daylight for a romantic, photojournalistic feel.
Family Photography
We specialize in natural, candid family photography sessions that highlight genuine interactions and personalities. Whether at your home, a local park, or a meaningful venue, we use soft daylight to create warm, timeless portraits. Our patient approach works well with children, ensuring a fun experience while delivering heirloom-quality images for your family's legacy.
Maternity Photography
We celebrate your pregnancy with elegant maternity sessions that emphasize the beauty of this transformative time. Using natural light and thoughtful composition, we create artistic portraits that showcase your growing family. Sessions can include partners and siblings, and we offer flexible scheduling to accommodate your comfort, delivering cherished images before your little one arrives.
Senior Photography
We capture the milestone of high school graduation with personalized senior portrait sessions that reflect each student's unique personality and achievements. Whether on location or in a natural outdoor setting, we use photojournalistic techniques to create modern, authentic images. Our relaxed approach ensures confident, genuine expressions, providing a variety of looks for announcements, yearbooks, and family keepsakes.
People
Daniella Gehman
Owner & Lead Photographer
Daniella Gehman discovered photography as a child with her mother's film SLR. After earning a Photography degree from Modesto Junior College in 2015, she launched her wedding and family photography business, blending digital and film for authentic storytelling.
Questions
What areas does Daniella Gehman Photography serve?
We serve Modesto, the Central Valley including Manteca, Stockton, Lodi, Oakdale, Sonora, Turlock, and Merced, plus the Bay Area and destination weddings in New York and Oregon.
What photography style does Daniella Gehman use for weddings?
Daniella uses an editorial and photojournalistic style, capturing authentic moments with soft daylight. She often shoots with both digital and film cameras to create timeless, heirloom-quality images.
How quickly are wedding photos delivered?
Clients typically receive their digital galleries and custom USB drives within a few weeks, often sooner than expected, even during holiday seasons.
Does Daniella Gehman offer engagement sessions?
Yes, we provide relaxed engagement sessions at scenic locations like Cypress Tree Tunnel or Monterey beaches, helping couples get comfortable before their wedding day.
What types of portrait sessions are available?
We offer family, maternity, senior, and event photography for birthdays and anniversaries, all captured with a natural, photojournalistic approach using soft daylight.
