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Dakota Captures, Hershey, PA (2026)

06/06/2026

THE WAGNER’S!!! ⛪️💍
Intentional. Intimate. Beautiful. Three words that I would use to describe Joey & Amber’s wedding day bliss. Two amazing humans who found their forever, and surrounded by those they love to celebrate their unity. Forever wanting to relive this wedding day all over again💐🎞️✨🫶🏼

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06/02/2026

Couldn’t wait share this jaw-dropping sneak peek of Gavin + Alyssa’s amazing wedding day! A gorgeous spring Saturday hosted at the lovely venue✨✨ A perfect day for a perfect couple. Need I say anymore?
Congratulations to the Newswanger’s 🤍🎞️💫
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05/29/2026

The Breams 💖🫶🏼✨🎞️
A dream come true wedding day with the most amazing couple inside and out. After my first meeting with Maddie & Nate, I knew we had clicked instantly. The vision for their day, the kindness they displayed, and the love they share each other was so visible in every way 🤍
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If you know me, you know I’m kind of immune to the wedding day tears, but not once… not twice… but three times did I shed tears during this day. Truly I feel like it is such a blessing that we were placed in each other’s paths, and being there for them to celebrate their unity was nothing short of amazing. Here’s to celebrating their newest Mr. & Mrs. Bream! 🥂

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05/25/2026

A moment that deserves all the love! An engagement session is a stepping stone in the journey of wedding planning that shouldn’t be overlooked! With care and intention, your session should flow like a summer breeze and represent your love story full heartedly. It should feel like it encapsulates the feeling of your love story fully in every image, and make you feel those butterflies all over again 🤍
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05/22/2026

The Oregon coast never disappoints
Frolicked the beach for some sunrise lovin’! ✨🎞️
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05/19/2026

Just a glimpse into some of best moments from the most gorgeous wedding day for the new Mr. + Mrs. Massey at the stunning ! 💛💐🌟
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If you would have told 14 year old Dakota, who just picked up a camera for the very first time, that one day she would be traveling all over the country to capture wedding days and the sweetest love stories… She wouldn’t have believed you. And still to this day I am in complete awe of the opportunities and adventures that come my way, all because I chose to pickup a camera one day. As I sit here tearing up as I write this, just know that the adventure doesn’t stop here! My heart is so full and never loses that spark for wedding days and capturing the precious moments that mean the most to you… and to me. Couples become friends, and even family to me even long after wedding days. I know I sound cheesy, but someone might have to pinch me! I’m truly out here living my very best dream and I am loving every minute of it 💭✨

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05/15/2026

The Weary’s 🌼🤍✨
Spent a lovely Sunday photographing such a beautiful couple and their dream engagement shoot! Patiently awaiting 2027 when they tie the knot!
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05/01/2026

An unforgettable sunrise on Trillium Lake with 🗻🤍✨
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Just now getting around to post this incredible moment with the loveliest couple, braving the brisk morning Oregon weather for some gorgeous photos! A perfect moment that I will never forget… Wishing I could go back to this day forever and ever times a million! 🌲
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02/18/2026

Hairstylist 🤝🏼 Photographer
Your accomplishments deserve to be commemorated! Branding photos don’t just have to be for large companies, brick and mortar’s, or online stores 📸
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When my girl passed her certification for invisible bead hair extensions this summer, we knew we had to do something big to celebrate. And what better way to do that than with a photoshoot?! 🎉
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Also posting this to envision warmer days and the liveliness of the greenery in the gardens. Good news is I think we are on the horizon, folks! 👏🏼

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01/13/2026

INTRO POST — A little bit about me! 💫
Hi friends! With 2026 rolling in busier & better than ever, I thought it would be time to re-introduce myself here on my photography page for those who may be new to my journey or want to connect! ✨

I’m Dakota! Central PA native with a strong passion for all things photo, travel, coffee shop tasting, art, and wellness! As a young girl, I always knew photography was going to be a passion of mine, but I never knew it would take me to the lengths it has to this day. With a dream of capturing fun, bright, and beautiful portraits and nothing but a Nikon camera in my hand… I have lived out my dream beyond my wildest dreams and I am so excited for another year of capturing your carefree & happy moments 📸

When I am not behind the camera, you can find me creating short-film content as a social media manager, or with my suitcase in hand ready to go wherever my next adventure takes me — and usually a sunny beach is always where my heart & travels love to take me 🌞
Travel has become a staple on my mental health and career journey and I truly don’t know where I would be without it! PS.. My passport and camera are always packed and ready to go for wherever the wind blows! 🧳

I also am a huge lover of exploring local coffee shops and tasting their unique creations, and pairing those days with shopping at the vintage markets finding the perfect pieces for my own collection! One of my favorite hobbies I have recently picked up has been creating my own homemade coffee syrups, using the local latte flavors as inspo! ☕️

From the moment I picked up my camera, I knew this is exactly what I was meant to do. I am beyond grateful to anyone who has supported my small business and followed along on my journey. I am truly so excited that you are here and to build even more connections within this incredible community and beyond with clients by my side, who truly become my family and friends 💌
Here’s to another year of passion, love, happiness, and capturing you! 🤍

Photos by + edited by me!! 🎞️

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