Lifestyle & Editorial

Stylized shoots for creatives, brands, and personal projects.

Price :

$600 – $1,200

Visual stories that breathe, move, and linger.

Whether you’re a chef, a designer, a musician, or a small brand with a big heart—this work is about more than just good lighting. It’s about truth. Mood. Texture. And capturing your world in a way that feels deeply you.

My approach blends documentary stillness with editorial detail. Nothing overly staged, nothing fake. Just honest visual storytelling rooted in who you are and what you create.

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Perfect for

Creative professionals, makers & small business owners

Independent brands & product storytelling

Magazine-style lifestyle stories

Personal documentaries of daily rituals

What’s Included

Creative consultation + shot planning

Independent brands & product storytelling

Magazine-style lifestyle stories

50–100+ edited images

Optional 35mm film, studio lighting, or behind-the-scenes coverage

Other Services

Portrait Sessions

Natural, authentic portraits that reflect your true self.

$350 – $600

Portrait Sessions

Natural, authentic portraits that reflect your true self.

$350 – $600

Weddings & Elopements

Emotive, documentary-style coverage of your day—from the big moments to the quiet ones.

$1,800 – $4,500

Weddings & Elopements

Emotive, documentary-style coverage of your day—from the big moments to the quiet ones.

$1,800 – $4,500

Travel & Documentary

Candid, story-driven photography in unique places around the world.

$900 – $3,000

Travel & Documentary

Candid, story-driven photography in unique places around the world.

$900 – $3,000

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

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

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

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.

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@danielmercer on Instagram

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.

Contact me

@danielmercer on Instagram

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.

Contact me

@danielmercer on Instagram

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Price :

$600 – $1,200

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What’s Included

Other Services

Portrait Sessions

Portrait Sessions

Weddings & Elopements

Weddings & Elopements

Travel & Documentary

Travel & Documentary

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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

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."

"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."

"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."

"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."

I capture real moments with intention and clarity.

I capture real moments with intention and clarity.

I capture real moments with intention and clarity.

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Let’s Connect

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