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The Art of Storytelling


Capturing the Human Experience


Portrait & Lifestyle Photographer

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The art of storytelling


It's all about the real moments of your life.


Portrait & Lifestyle Photographer

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The art of storytelling


It's all about the sacred and soulful moments of your life


Portrain & Lifestyle Photographer

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Indianapolis / Bloomington / Ft. Wayne / Louisville

Daniel R. Ball


Portrait & Lifestyle Photographer

Expect the Good.


Hi, I'm Danny,


and I take pictures of things.. And people.. And places. I basically take pictures of nouns. I love capturing beauty, love, laughter, hope, healing, joy, passion, intimacy, truth, and whatever else you can throw at me. Whatever is authentic. Smiles or frowns, happy, sad, mad, elated, chaotic, quiet. Doesn't matter. It's all beauty. Kids are crying? Won't stand where you want them? That's ok. Doesn't matter. Raw and real. Moments are sacred. Seasons are sacred. Let's document it. Just like it is. Because it will never be like this again. Look around and see if you agree.



Oh, wow.. look down there.. There's some photos I've taken in the past...

Let's Make Your Photoshoot Relaxing!


Photoshoots don't need to be stressful! Get a hold of me, let's talk, and I'll ease you into a session that flows easy. With our shared commitment to imperfection, were just going to have fun, be gentle with the process, and just lean into the day. So in other words.. Relax, I got this.

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And check it out, here's some nice things people have said about me...

Anna + Rueben
Molly
Emma
Leslie + Roland

“We are so grateful to Daniel and his wife for the wonderful shots of our wedding this past September. We loved the candid and artistic shots he took that will be forever cherished.


- Anna + Rueben, Bride + Groom“

Testimonials
Anna + Rueben
Molly
Emma
Leslie + Roland

“"Our favorite family photos throughout the years are always the ones you you have taken. Thank you for giving us such precious memories of snapshots in time!"


 - Molly, Indianapolis

Testimonials
Anna + Rueben
Molly
Emma
Leslie + Roland

" I Love our photos so much. She had such a strong vision of what she wanted and you brought it to life with your creativity. You caught all her joy that day too. Thanks so much! You nailed it!"


 - Susan, Indianapolis



Testimonials
Anna + Rueben
Molly
Emma
Leslie + Roland

"5 stars isn't enough. Daniel and his wife were phenomenal for our wedding! They worked so hard, were so kind and personable, and they truly captured the magic during the entire day. The pictures are breathtaking and I'm so thankful to have them to remember our big day."

- Leslie, Bride

Testimonials
Anna + Rueben
Molly
Emma
Leslie + Roland
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