Daniel Mercer
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Daniel Mercer
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Daniel Mercer
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Daniel Mercer
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Daniel Mercer
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Daniel Mercer
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Hello, I’m Daniel Mercer, a photographer based in Asheville, North Carolina. I focus on capturing authentic moments—whether it’s a quiet portrait or the energy of a live event—with creativity and intention.

Hello, I’m Daniel Mercer, a photographer based in Asheville, North Carolina. I focus on capturing authentic moments—whether it’s a quiet portrait or the energy of a live event—with creativity and intention.

Hello, I’m Daniel Mercer, a photographer based in Asheville, North Carolina. I focus on capturing authentic moments—whether it’s a quiet portrait or the energy of a live event—with creativity and intention.
About me
About me
About me
Photography has been a part of my life for as long as I can remember.



What started as a creative escape quickly turned into a passion for capturing real, unscripted moments that speak louder than words.
Whether I’m photographing a couple on their wedding day, a local artist in their element, or the quiet beauty of the Blue Ridge Mountains, my goal is always the same: to create honest images that make you feel something.



When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me exploring the trails around Asheville, sipping strong coffee at a local café, or hunting for good vinyl.
Let’s create something meaningful together.






Selected Projects
Selected Projects
Selected Projects
Every project starts with trust and a shared vision.
Every project starts with trust and a shared vision.
My numbers
My numbers
My numbers
Bringing honest moments to life through the lens.
Every frame is crafted with purpose, emotion, and soul.
87+
Clients trusted my vision
Building meaningful connections through every shoot.
87+
Clients trusted my vision
Building meaningful connections through every shoot.
87+
Clients trusted my vision
Building meaningful connections through every shoot.
130+
Projects completed
Each one a new story, told with clarity and care.
130+
Projects completed
Each one a new story, told with clarity and care.
130+
Projects completed
Each one a new story, told with clarity and care.
35+
Cities photographed
Exploring new perspectives, one place at a time.
35+
Cities photographed
Exploring new perspectives, one place at a time.
35+
Cities photographed
Exploring new perspectives, one place at a time.
12+
Countries traveled
Capturing culture, people, and place with intention.
12+
Countries traveled
Capturing culture, people, and place with intention.
12+
Countries traveled
Capturing culture, people, and place with intention.



My Services
My Services
My Services
Tailored photography with purpose and personality.
Tailored photography with purpose and personality.
Every session is built around your story.
Every session is built around your story.

Testimonials
Real words from real clients, tied to the moments we created together.
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary

Testimonials
Real words from real clients, tied to the moments we created together.
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary

Testimonials
Real words from real clients, tied to the moments we created together.
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
"Daniel made the entire shoot feel effortless. He gave just enough direction to make me comfortable, but let me be myself—and it shows in every frame."
— Elena M., Asheville
Portrait Session
"From start to finish, Daniel captured our day with so much care. Every photo feels honest, emotional, and beautifully us. We couldn’t be happier."
— Mia & Jordan, Asheville
Weddings & Elopements
"Daniel understood the vision right away. He brought so much intention to the shoot and elevated our brand with images that feel both raw and refined."
— Liam S., Creative Director
Lifestyle & Editorial
"His ability to capture people and place with such quiet power is rare. Daniel’s photos from our trip feel like memories we can hold onto forever."
— Sarah T., NGO Field Producer
Travel & Documentary
See what I do
I capture real moments with intention and clarity.
From quiet portraits to wild celebrations, every frame is rooted in story, light, and emotion.
See what I do
I capture real moments with intention and clarity.
From quiet portraits to wild celebrations, every frame is rooted in story, light, and emotion.
See what I do
I capture real moments with intention and clarity.
From quiet portraits to wild celebrations, every frame is rooted in story, light, and emotion.