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- Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video
Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video
Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing
Prices start at $4,500
Elopement pricing
Prices start at $1,800
Packages
Prices start at $4,200
About Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video
Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video
We're Jim & Dakotah - a Virginia Beach-based husband and wife photographer/videographer duo. We specialize in delivering elevated-edgy imagery to wedding couples that seek something a little more dramatic and polished.
Both our photo and video work lean heavily into editorial-inspired posing and lighting, so you end up feeling (and looking) like you belong in the pages of a fashion magazine centerfold. We're definitely not your mom's recommended photographer as you won't catch us delivering corny, awkward images - just stunning, elegant photo and video that continuously captivates in the coming decades of your love story.
Services
Services
- Bride-only session
- Drone photography
- Engagement session
- Extra hours
- Image editing
- Online proofing
- Printing rights
- Same-day edits
- Second photographer
Photo formats
- Digital
Deliverables
- Digital files
- Digital rights
- Online gallery
- Photo box
- Same/next-day sneak-peek images
- Slideshow
- Video
- Wedding album
Dakotah Van Doran Photo & Video packages
Photo Only
8 hours
Peak pricing $4,500
A full-service wedding day photo collection that captures the essence of your day in stunning, elegant photos. Additional coverage, photographers, and album upgrades are available.
- Complimentary engagement session
- 8 hours of wedding day photo coverage
- Same-day slideshow at reception
- 48 hour post-wedding preview image gallery
- Fully edited high resolution digital image gallery
Video Only
8 hours
Peak pricing $4,200
Carefully curated video coverage that captures your wedding day. Additional coverage and video album upgrades are available.
- Eight hours of wedding day video coverage
- Drone coverage
- 5-8 minute highlight film
- Ceremony + speeches film
Photo + Video Collection
8 hours
Peak pricing $7,500
Our most popular option - this collection fuses our signature editorial style in both photo and video for a full eight hour wedding day.
- Complimentary engagement session (photo)
- 8 hours of wedding day coverage (photo + video)
- Drone coverage (video)
- 48 hour post-wedding preview image gallery
- Same-day image slideshow at reception (photo)
- 5-8 minute highlight film
- Ceremony + speeches film
- Fully edited high resolution digital image gallery
- Optional album & video book upgrades available
Reviews
Write a review5.0 out of 5
3 reviews
High Quality Photos, Even Higher Quality PEOPLE!
Dakotah and Jim are simply a phenomenal photo/video team. Their work speaks for itself- it's stunning and we couldn't be any more pleased with what we've received. Almost more importantly, though, they were just perfect to work with. Dakotah has a way about her that makes you feel like you've been friends forever. My husband, who is typically more reserved and camera-shy, thanked me for choosing her because he was able to feel so relaxed with her behind the camera. From our engagement session to our wedding day, Dakotah made us feel relaxed and seen in what our vision was. She ensured we got exactly the shots that we wanted- nothing more, nothing less ("nothing more" in the context that we didn't want to feel like our wedding day photos/portraits were bulldozed by any family members! We got above and beyond of the candid shots!) She listened intently to us, honored our wishes, and provided stunning work. The moments that Dakotah captured are breathtaking and will be admired for the rest of our lives. We're so happy to have chosen her to capture the most exciting times in our lives and we will certainly be working with her again in the next chapters of our lives! And Jim- he's awesome. Our wedding day video was everything we could have wanted and more.
The Best Wedding Photo and Videos I've ever seen!
Doran Photo & Video has been an absolute pleasure to work with as a Makeup Artist at numerous weddings. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to capturing every special moment are truly commendable. From the initial consultation to the final delivery of the photos and videos, Doran Photo & Video goes above and beyond to ensure client satisfaction. Their team is not only talented but also incredibly friendly and easy to collaborate with, making the entire experience seamless and enjoyable. I have been consistently impressed with the quality of their work, from the stunning portraits to the candid shots that capture the emotions of the day perfectly. They have a keen eye for composition and lighting, which results in breathtaking images and videos that truly stand out. I highly recommend Doran Photo & Video to anyone looking for a professional and reliable photography and videography team for their special day. Working with them has been a pleasure, and I look forward to collaborating with them again in the future.
Brightman wedding
Dakotah and Jim wow wow wow!! From our engagement pictures, wedding pictures, and videography absolute perfection. I personally love the camera but my husband needs and wants a little direction. Dakotah delivers!!! She will guide you through posing to make your photos come out even better than you could imagine. I can honestly say I have never felt more beautiful than I did on my wedding day. Her photography style is like no other I have seen in the Hampton roads area and I could not be happier that we went with her! She was the perfect fit for us and so patient with us, our wedding party and our families. The videography!!! Good grief amazing would be an understatement I cannot stop watching our preview video. Jim and Dakotah are just an amazing team their praise truly cannot be put into words!
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