Hey, I'm Davene
A Storyteller at Heart
I’ve always been drawn to people — the way they love, the way they connect, the way they show up for each other in small, imperfect, beautiful ways. Photography became the place where all of that made sense. For me, it’s never been about perfection; it’s about presence. The laughter that slips out before you can catch it, the softness in someone’s eyes when they look at the person they love, the tiny moment you didn’t realize you needed until it becomes your favourite photograph.
My journey into photography started unexpectedly. Fifteen years ago, a mentor placed a camera in my hands and unknowingly opened a door I'd never want to close. I didn’t grow up dreaming of being a photographer, in fact, I didn't know it was something I could have as career, but the moment I witnessed how one image could hold emotion, truth, and memory all at once, I knew I had found what I was meant to do. Over the years, photography carried me through many chapters: building a career, finding my voice, stepping back when life asked for it, and then returning with more clarity, gratitude, and depth than before.
Becoming a mother shifted me in ways I never could have predicted. My daughters, Colour and Eliana, made time feel both achingly fast and impossibly precious. Through them, I learned that a photograph is more than an image; it’s evidence of who we were, how we loved, and the joy that lived in our everyday. That truth is woven into every story I tell.
Today, whether I’m documenting a wedding overflowing with emotion, the tender anticipation of expectant parents, a family in their beautiful chaos, or a portrait that honours someone’s inner world, my approach is simple — playful energy, gentle direction when you need it, and space to simply be yourselves. I’ll help you relax, laugh, forget about the camera, and drop into the moment. That’s where the magic lives.
I want your photos to feel alive; honest, warm, deeply human. The kind you return to not just to remember how it looked, but how it felt.
If you’re drawn to storytelling that is heartfelt, grounded, and joyfully real, I’d love to walk alongside you and create something unforgettable.
A Few Things About Me
📸 I’m great at helping people relax in front of the camera.
Even if you’re convinced you’re “awkward” – don’t worry. I’ll prove you wrong in the best way.
🌿 I’m a plant lover and an unapologetic book collector.
If my home ever becomes a forest library, just know that was the goal.
🎬 I treasure a good story – on paper or on screen.
Shonda Rhimes still gets me every time.
🕵️♀️ I’m obsessed with candid moments.
The in-betweens, the unscripted, the honest seconds – that’s where the magic lives.
⚡ High energy, soft presence.
I’ll hype you up when you need it, guide you gently, and disappear into the moment when it matters most.
My Highly Impressive Skillset
Incase you were wonderingMost people feel awkward at first. I know exactly how to soften that into something natural and beautiful.
The quiet glance, the tiny giggle, the breath before the kiss - that’s where the real magic lives.
For couples? I’m there with enthusiasm, direction when you need it, and space when you don’t.
Those awkward giggles you’re worried about? They make the most honest, joyful photos.
It’s a gift. And a slightly dangerous superpower.
Get in Touch
Whether you’re celebrating a new season, planning your wedding, or wanting to hold onto the beauty of right now, I’d love to connect with you.
Simply click the tab below, fill out the form, and I’ll be in touch as soon as I can.
I can’t wait to hear your story.
