Daniel Usenko Photography

I was born and raised in the Republic of Abkhazia, a small country on the coast of the Black Sea. When I was seven, a civil war broke out. Although fortunate to have survived the long conflict, my family was utterly poor - we lost everything. We fled to Russia the same week the war ended. I still remember the small fishing boat we left on, and that awful storm that almost sunk our vessel. After another three years of poverty, we moved to the States - the land of plenty.

The tough childhood has taught me to be thankful for all that I have; and to be honest - I've been blessed with so many wonderful things. One such blessing is my job - I absolutely LOVE what I do.

There are so many aspects of being a photographer that I enjoy - being able to express myself artistically, working with amazing couples, attending gorgeous weddings, teaching others my skill, and most importantly - making people happy by capturing beautiful images of them. I love being a photographer.

There's one word that describes my approach to images - "Beauty". I believe that people are beautiful and my whole job is about understanding, finding, observing & capturing the beauty of every one of my clients. In fact, the first lesson at all my photography workshops is called "Philosophy of Beauty".

My name is Daniel Usenko. I am a photographer.

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Vicky & Erik Engagement

posted in Engagements | 6 Comments »

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Mikhail Glabets: great session!!! (05.15.2013)
Angela: Daniel, these are so great! (05.15.2013)
Erik Makhanov: Daniel, thanks so much! these are so amazing. (05.15.2013)
Marie: LOVE THEM ALL!! LOVE YOUR CREATIVITY!! (05.15.2013)
Anastasia Marie: Beautiful photos! And she's so adorable! (05.15.2013)
Erik Pelyukhno: Wow. Incredible job with bringing out the beautiful smiles in your talents! I'm happy for them and I don't even know who they are! (05.15.2013)

Best of 2012

posted in Other | 12 Comments »

What a great year it has been! In 2012 I have traveled to photograph in Las Vegas, Mexico City, Cancun, Monterrey, New York, Tampa Bay, San Francisco, Walla Walla, and Orcas Island. Thanks to all my wonderful clients who give me the biggest privilege of documenting their lives by being their photographer. Also, thank you everyone who follows my work; I feel extremely blessed to do what I do and to have people care about my photography. Thank you; I really am very blessed.

Some of these images have been photographed by Angela Shae, who was my second shooter throughout 2012.

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Michael: Awesome work Daniel! Every image is pure gold. (03.06.2013)
Alex Shik: For sure it was the awesome year! Images are amazing! (03.06.2013)
Nathan Leduc: What a great year Daniel! Here's to an even bigger and better 2013! (03.06.2013)
Taylor: As always. Perfect!! I always love looking at your work!!! (03.06.2013)
Nash Ruiz: Best of one of the best wedding photographers in the world. Greetings from Spain. (03.06.2013)
Angela: So so incredible! (03.07.2013)
Sergey Bidun: Awesome selection Daniel! Really enjoyed looking through these. (03.07.2013)
Brandie: Better every year! (03.07.2013)
Eugene: These are awesome man. Lovely. (03.08.2013)
raul cañas: Wonderful work Daniel, I hope you came to spain for a workshop. Best regards (03.10.2013)
Steven: Beautiful images, great inspiration, thanks (04.11.2013)
Karen: I love how editorial your work looks- your lighting is spot on and every frame is a killer on this post. I especially love the one of the couple crossing the street. (04.30.2013)

Elizabeth & Ben

posted in Weddings | 9 Comments »

Gorgeous wedding at Basel Cellars. Shot alongside of Angela Shae. You may remember this couple from their engagement session.

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Eugene Pavlov: Wow. Great set man. Looked through them...twice. (02.28.2013)
Lauren @ Every Last Detail: Beautiful! Love her dress!! (02.28.2013)
Maryna: Flawless photos. Great great work, Daniel, as always. (02.28.2013)
max Lopatin: Really nice set Dan (02.28.2013)
Julia Manchik: Ahh, what an ending! She is gorgeous... so many great photos that capture her emotions. (02.28.2013)
Nash Ruiz: Fantastic work as always!!! (02.28.2013)
Dina: These are great Daniel, love how crisp and beautiful these images are! And also all the emotions! (02.28.2013)
Rüdiger Gohr: Nice weddingphotos and nice bride. Love you photos! (03.04.2013)
Diana Flores: beautiful Wedding (04.09.2013)