Business Details
19 Years
experience
Your Trusted Oregon Coast Photographer
Founded in 2007, Dan Rice Photography brings over two decades of professional expertise to capturing life's most meaningful moments. Our founder, Dan Rice, began his photographic journey at age 10 with his father's Nikon film camera, cultivating a lifelong passion for preserving authentic emotions through imagery. With extensive experience in wedding, family, and commercial photography, we specialize in creating timeless visual narratives that reflect each client's unique story. Our work spans from intimate beach ceremonies on the Oregon Coast to dynamic family portraits against dramatic coastal backdrops. As an ordained minister and licensed drone pilot, we offer specialized services that combine technical proficiency with artistic vision. Our commitment to quality is evident in every edited high-resolution image we deliver, ensuring clients receive both artistic excellence and technical precision.Based in the Pacific Northwest, we leverage deep local knowledge of scenic locations while maintaining a flexible approach to client needs. Our studio's personalized service includes comprehensive planning support and post-production editing, guaranteeing a seamless experience from initial consultation to final delivery. With a focus on natural lighting and candid moments, we create photographs that transcend trends to become cherished family heirlooms. Our dedication to continuous improvement is reflected in our adoption of cutting-edge technology while maintaining traditional photographic principles.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Engagement Sessions
Senior Photography
Maternity Sessions
Proposal Photography
Real Estate Media
Drone Photography
Video Walkthroughs
360 Virtual Tours
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- 20 years of professional photography experience since 2001
- Personalized approach with direct owner involvement in all projects
- Comprehensive service including location guidance and planning support
- Licensed drone pilot for unique aerial photography perspectives
- 100% satisfaction guarantee with no watermarked images
Services
Wedding Photography
Specializing in comprehensive wedding documentation with a blend of candid, photojournalistic, and creative posed photography. Our services cover ceremonies of all sizes from intimate beach weddings to large celebrations, including 6-8 hours of coverage producing 600-1200 edited images. We provide timeline planning assistance, location recommendations, and post-production editing to ensure every moment is preserved with artistic quality.
Family Portraits
Creating timeless family memories through beach and studio photography sessions lasting approximately one hour. Our sessions include 70-120 edited images capturing natural interactions against scenic coastal backdrops. We specialize in multi-generational photography, offering guidance on posing and location selection to ensure authentic representations of family dynamics in beautiful Pacific Northwest settings.
Engagement Sessions
Adventure-based engagement photography capturing authentic connections at iconic Oregon Coast locations. Sessions include 1-2 location changes within a one-hour timeframe, producing 70-150 edited images. We offer sunrise/sunset timing options and personalized location suggestions to create romantic imagery that reflects each couple's unique relationship story.
Senior Photography
Custom senior portrait sessions combining traditional and creative elements at scenic coastal locations. Each 1-hour session includes wardrobe guidance and dynamic posing to showcase individual personality, resulting in 70-120 downloadable images. We specialize in creating modern, expressive portraits that celebrate academic achievements against dramatic natural backdrops.
Real Estate Media
Professional real estate photography and virtual tour services for Oregon Coast properties. Our offerings include drone photography, 360 virtual tours, and MLS-compliant photo galleries with quick turnaround times. We provide comprehensive marketing packages that highlight property features through strategic composition and lighting to maximize online visibility and buyer engagement.
People
Dan Rice
Owner Photographer
Professional photographer since 2001 with 20+ years experience, specializing in wedding and portrait photography. Began career at 10 with father's Nikon film camera, graduated to professional work in 2001, and established his studio in 2007. Combines technical expertise with artistic vision to create timeless images.
Questions
What photography services are available on the Oregon Coast?
We offer wedding, engagement, family, senior, maternity, and proposal photography sessions along with real estate media services throughout the Oregon Coast region.
How far in advance should we book wedding photography?
We recommend booking 6-24 months in advance, though we maintain flexibility for last-minute changes and offer date rescheduling options.
What's included in your photography packages?
All packages include edited high-resolution digital images, online galleries, and copyright permissions. Wedding packages feature 600-1200 images depending on coverage duration.
Do you offer drone photography services?
Yes, as a licensed drone pilot, we provide aerial photography and videography services for real estate and special events along the Oregon Coast.
What locations do you recommend for coastal photography?
Popular locations include Cannon Beach with Haystack Rock, Manzanita's scenic viewpoints, Pacific City's dunes, and Hug Point's forested beaches with waterfalls.
Can we schedule sunset photography sessions?
Yes, we offer golden hour sessions starting one hour before sunset, with optimal lighting conditions for romantic and family portraits on the beach.
