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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Bess & Jerel: Engagement

posted in Engagements | 7 Comments »

7 Comments »

Sasha: Boom shaka laka! beautiful work my friend! (08.18.2011)
Anastasia Marie: Love fields. Third picture down is so sweet! (08.18.2011)
Michael: Beautiful colors as always Daniel. Nice work! (08.18.2011)
Eleanor Petry: Nice set Dan! I am in love with the one where he's holding her up and she has her hand in is hair. Beautiful unique capture. You're amazing! (08.18.2011)
Alex Dzhumara: Awesome like always. Direct sunlight shots are beauty (08.18.2011)
Eugene: Awesome shots! Love the warmth (08.18.2011)
Yana K: Picture #4 is quite lovely. would make a pretty canvas or acryllic print! (08.18.2011)

Alex & Chad. Engagement.

posted in Engagements | 15 Comments »

15 Comments »

benj haisch: yeah dude. love me some King's Kaleidoscope. (08.13.2011)
Sergio Barroso: wow Daniel , amazing pics , i am really in love of your work (08.13.2011)
Eugene: Great shots man! Like always. (08.13.2011)
Julia Palekha: Sooooo good! Love these shots! (08.13.2011)
ilona joy: So sweet :j (08.13.2011)
Brian: thirsty for some pellegrino. great set. (08.13.2011)
Yana K: Dang, definitely a favorite. Love all the color in the first shot (and her awesome headband). Where was this shot? Such a pretty location. Oh yeah and your work rocks (that's a given, but I'll say it anyways, otherwise it'll sound like you had nothing to do with these amazing shots :). (08.13.2011)
VZ: Nicely done Daniel... (08.13.2011)
kae: so beautiful. i can't even pick a favorite shot out of these. (08.13.2011)
Annabelle: Totally sweet Daniel. The feel of the springtime love/picnic/music instruments...I love it! (08.14.2011)
Eleanor Petry: Awe, Dan! I just love these!!! The vibe you captured is so sweet and innocent. :) (08.14.2011)
Anne: Great job! They are beautiful pictures! (08.14.2011)
Max Lopatin: But wait theres more!! BTS video coming soon of this post :) haha (08.14.2011)
Brandie: Love this!!! they are adorable. Kings Kaleidoscope is one of my favorite Mars Hill Bands. Cant wait to see the video from Max too (08.16.2011)
Yuliya M.: This duo is so rad! The violin adds an awesome touch. The first one is a favorite and also the one with the colorful quilt in the foreground. Gorgeous! (08.17.2011)

Jen & Michael

posted in Weddings | 10 Comments »

10 Comments »

Anastasia Marie: Her dress is amazing! (07.30.2011)
Lauren @ ELD: This is gorgeous Daniel!! Love love love! (08.01.2011)
jeff marsh: super good bro (08.01.2011)
Michael: You are on a whole other level right now amigo. Awesome set! (08.01.2011)
Anna: my style!! love it :) (08.01.2011)
Rafa Ibanez: Great coverage Daniel. Love the one of the little girls on the grass. (08.01.2011)
Annabelle: I love the one of them dancing the 2nd to last JM_26. So gorgeous! Beautiful work Dan! (08.02.2011)
Shea: Where is this? Beautiful! (08.10.2011)
Brandie: Love the vibe of this wedding, love her dress and love the shots.... overall lots of love (08.16.2011)
Helen: This was awesome! (10.13.2011)