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I am honored to have won the photography award for The Knot Best of Weddings 2010 and Bride's Choice Awards 2010. My wedding photographs have been featured in Modern Bride, The Knot Weddings, Brides.com and TCW. I obtained my Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1998 with a focus on Photography and Graphic Design and started my wedding photography career in 2005.

My passion is to capture the magic, beauty, and emotion through my photography.
I hope you enjoy viewing this collection of Wedding Photography, engagement photos and bridal portraits as I take great pleasure in sharing it. I look forward to hearing from you!


Sincerely,

Dayna



Toll Free: 877.832.9146
Chicago: 773.350.4263
Portland: 503.486.5338


My associate/husband is a WPJA Award Winner

Congratulations to my hubby/associate/friend for Winning an Award on WPJA Q4 2009 Contest. www.schroederfoto.com

Judges Comments: A nice decision by the photographer to work with the available light. The shadows created by the musician’s hat help to create the mood of a jazz club.

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Announcing the Winner of the Free Wedding Photography Contest • Portland Wedding Photography

Congratulations to Sarah Nelson of Boring, OR. She will be receiving 8 Hours of Wedding day coverage for FREE along with a CD with all high res images. Being a mom Sarah’s story had such an impact on me - the tears built up while reading her story. I couldn’t imagine what she has gone through the past couple of years.

Please read her story below.


What will make your wedding unique? Your vision for your wedding?

Alot is making my wedding unique. The most unique thing is my son passed away 2 years ago unexpected in his sleep. Now I have no ring bearer. When I walk down the isle i will have my dad on one arm, my bouquet in my hand and my son’s stuffed dog in my other arm. The dog will be dressed in a tux. When I get to the front, my fiance will come and get me and the dog and we’ll walk it to the groomsmen side and there will be his rocking chair and we’ll put the dog in the chair then move on to the ceremony. This is how i’m including him into my wedding.

My toss bouquet will be an “exploding” one.  There will be a bunch of little ones tied together with a ribbon, when I throw it, i’ll untie the ribbon and it will explode to everyone :)

My vision for my wedding is to have my closest friends and family with me, to be happy, and surrounded by love.

Your story in detail. How you met? Your first Date? Postitives and Negatives that have occurred in your relationship?, and anything else that separates you from the rest.

We met at Comcast when we both worked in the call center. We sat across from each other and we would talk during the day. One day I tossed my phone number at him as I was leaving for the day and felt like a child in school passing notes :) All the way home I waited for him to call and I got a text :) It started there and almost 5 years later here we are getting married. The only negative thing in our relationship was my son passing away. He was 7 at the time he passed away and my fiance was already at work when I found him. He has been my rock and kept me going this whole time. Without him i’m not even sure I’d still be around.  He is truely the best man I’ve ever met in my life.

Photo courtesy of: Sarah Nelson

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A Reading from our Wedding in 2005

Below is a Native American prayer that was read at our wedding in the fall of 2005. Thanks Sarah for this wonderful wedding day card!!!! What a wonderful reminder of our day!!!

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Ashley & Michael Featured in The Knot Magazine

How exciting!!! This week I received The Knot Magazine with a Four Page Spread on Ashley and Michael’s wedding that I captured last Summer. The wonderful Heather Lynne Vickery from Greatest Expectations Coordinated the event. Her creative eye and attention to detail transformed the space into a Fairy Tale setting.

In addition to Ashley and Michael’s Featured wedding you will find Dayna Schroeder Photography in the 2010 Best of Weddings Section on Page 18. I was chosen, along with 19 other awesome Chicago Wedding Photographers, by real brides/grooms in Chicago.

I’d also like to congratulate Heather Lynne Vickery from Greatest Expectations on her 2010 Best of Weddings Award and my photography friends Continuum Photography on their featured wedding in the “Just Married” Section at Garfield Park Conservatory.

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Featured Wedding on The Elegant Owl

Amy and Adam’s Wedding featured on The Elegant Owl, A Wedding Inspiration Blog for the imaginative Bride, owned by Samantha Hamilton. Thanks Samantha for Featuring their wedding!!!

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Dayna Schroeder Photography hearts Destination Weddings

Planning the perfect destination wedding? Dayna Schroeder Photography travels to various locations around the world. Our destination wedding coverage is available for but not limited to :Los Cabos, Lake Tahoe, Las Vegas, San Diego, San Francisco, Chicago, Bahamas, Hawaii, Mexico, Yucatan, Caribbean, Napa Valley, Florida, Tampa, Miami, Key West, Honolulu, Waikiki, Vale, Whistler, Brazil, Los Angeles, Seattle, Portland, Bend, Fiji, Europe, Cancun, Aspen, Denver, St. Lucia, Cayman Islands, Jamaica, Kauai, Maui, Riviera Maya, Costa Rica.

Affordable Rates!!!!

Email info@daynaschroeder.com for more information.

Wedding Photography | the details

As a photographer I am asked what I enjoy most about my job. Why am I a wedding photographer?

It is often a difficult question for me to put into few words…..

I love the fact that I can make time stand still so that you will remember your day forever, I love that each wedding is so different from the other, I love exposing myself to different religions and cultures, I love those tiny little details that you spend so much time on, I love capturing the smiles and  tears that fall down your eyes as you dance with your father/mother, I love the look a groom gives his new bride as he sees her for the first time, I love those yummy cakes and cupcakes that make my mouth water, I love the smell of perfume so much that I so wish I could capture the scent in the photo, I love artsy style portraits,  I love the challenge of creating something unique and different every time I shoot a wedding, I love the fast paced energy that flows through every person the day of the wedding, I love to capture you when you when you look in the mirror for the first time, I love all the thank you’s I get from all of my wonderful client’s - it makes me want to work harder and harder and most of all I love that you have given me the honor in attending the MOST IMPORTANT DAY of your life. YOUR WEDDING.

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Free Wedding Photography Contest

Dayna Schroeder Photography is offering FREE 2010 WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY for a deserving couple. (Based on Availability).

The winning couple will receive:
•  8 Hours of consecutive wedding day coverage
•  High resolution digital negatives (JPG’s) on disc
•  Online Image proofing with ordering capability for 3 months
•  Personalized photo editing and artistic enhancement

(A total value of $2200)

The winning couple also has the option of applying the value of the prize, $2200.00, towards an upgraded wedding package.

How do I enter?

  1. Become a “fan” of “Dayna Schroeder Photography” on Facebook • www.facebook.com
  2. Please email me at info@daynaschroeder.com with “Free Wedding Photography” in the subject line, copy and paste the questions below and include your answers.
  • Your wedding date and location
  • Why do you want Dayna Schroeder Photography to capture your wedding?
  • What will make your wedding unique? Your vision for your wedding?
  • Your story in detail. How you met? Your first Date? Postitives and Negatives that have occurred in your relationship?, and anything else that separates you from the rest.
  • Attach a photo of yourself


Entries must take place before 11:59 pm cst,February 28, 2010
The winner will be announced on March 15, 2010

Fine Print:

  • Travel within the NW and Chicago, IL are complimentary. Travel to anywhere else in the US is $700. (still a huge savings from the full wedding package price)
  • Entries must take place before 11:59 pm cst,February 28, 2010
  • Your wedding date must be between January 1, 2010 and December 31, 2010
  • Dates are subject to Dayna Schroeder’s Availability.
  • You accept that if you enter and win there will potentially be a videographer attending for Dayna Schroeder Photography’s Promo Video.
  • You accept that your Entry Information and photo will be posted on my blog
  • If you enter the contest and want to reserve your wedding date please feel free to email me so we can set up a time for a consultation and booking. If you win the contest you will be refunded your  retainer and all other payments made.
  • So, Email this link out www.daynaschroeder.com/blog,  nominate a friend or family member and spread the word — I want to hear all your wonderful stories, trials and tribulations, details for your wedding day decor, etc. Tell me YOUR story. Good Luck! I can’t wait to read all the entries!

New Website

Check it out! I have FINALLY updated my website www.daynaschroeder.com with images from 2009.

Class of 2011 High School Model Spokesperson Search

Dayna Schroeder Photography, a top rated portrait photographer, is currently seeking models from various schools in the Portland, OR metropolitan area to act as Model Spokespersons in 2010.

What is a Model Spokesperson?

A Model Spokesperson is someone that helps promote Dayna Schroeder Photography with their own amazing senior portraits. I’m looking for 2011 Seniors who can create a buzz about our company. There is no obligation to purchase and there is no cost to you. If you would like to order prints from you session we would gladly send you a  link to your online gallery so you may do so.

Would I be a good candidate?

If you are outgoing, fun-spirited, energetic and graduating in 2011 you would be a great candidate.

Once selected you will receive:

  • Complimentary 30 minute lifestyle photography session for your Senior Portraits.
  • 25 senior rep cards using your photo(s) to hand out to your classmates/friends
  • Post on our Blog, Website and Facebook showing off your images.
  • Free profile photo for Facebook, My Space, etc with the Dayna Schroeder Photography watermark (please don’t remove this)
  • When your referrals book a senior session, you then earn credits and prizes. (eg. Mastercard/Visa gift card)

What is the Credit System?

Receive $20 print credit for each referral you send! For example: 5 friends/classmates referred equals $100! 10 equals $200!! 25 equals $500!!!

The three (3) students with this highest number of bookings will also receive the following prizes:

  • Third Place – $100 Visa/Mastercard Gift Card
  • Second Place – $125 visa/Mastcard Gift Card
  • First Place – $150 Visa/Mastercard Gift Card

How do I enter?

  1. Become a “fan” of “Dayna Schroeder Photography” on Facebook    www.facebook.com
  2. Email Me at info@daynaschroeder.com for the Questionnaire form. We will evaluate applications and notify you if you have been chosen. We would like only the best, outgoing, and professional students representing our company!

Fine Print:

* Senior sessions will be done within a 30 mile radius of Portland, OR
* Entries must be received by February 28th, 2010.
* Your photo Session must be Scheduled before April 15, 2010.
* Referred seniors must book my services by September 1, 2010. The top 3 students will be notified by October 1, 2010.
* Students must refer a minimum of eight (8) bookings to be elible to win the gift cards.
* If chosen as a Model Spokesperson both you and your Guardian MUST SIGN a Parent Contract