I'M DOMINIQUE,
A NATURAL LIGHT PHOTOGRAPHER
Hey there! I’m so glad that you’re here! Take a seat & let’s get to know each other.
I’m a natural light photographer specializing in brand photography in Solano County and beyond. When I’m not behind the lens, you can find me mesmerized by my precious little (but not so little anymore) girls. I’m a mother of twin girls and a child with autism. I wear those badges proudly. They are my reason, my why, and my purpose.
When I’m not balancing motherhood and photography, I’m a consultant at a non-profit healthcare organization. I attended college at California State University, East Bay where I earned a bachelor’s degree in science and a master's in healthcare administration. I’m also a proud woman of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated.
During the quiet hours, my happiest is at home, hopefully with a hot cup of coffee when the birds come chirping or with a glass of champagne as the sun sets. You will always find fresh flowers in a vase somewhere, while neo-soul or smooth jazz music rings through the windows, and a candle burns slowly.
My photo style is a blend of clean and sophisticated aesthetics, infused with a commitment to capture true-to-life colors.
My hope is that through my images we as black women feel seen, empowered, & know just how beautiful we truly are.
HOW I GOT HERE
NOVEMBER 2021
While I was thriving in my 9-5 career, I realized I was getting caught up in routine & needed a way to express myself creatively. I had always taken pictures for pleasure, but decided to step out on faith & start a business.
I realized I needed a change
NOVEMBER 2022
The need to create a personal brand
This year marked the one-year anniversary for d. antoinette photography and a pivotal moment when I began to build my personal brand. Connecting with my aesthetic and focusing on what set me apart from other photographers.
JANUARY 2023
Discovering what brings me JOY
It wasn't until I started shooting every type of photography that I discovered my passion for personal brand photography & working with women of color. It was important for me to showcase our multifaceted lives and foster a space where we could feel seen.
JANUARY 2024
It’s a beautiful thing to change, to shift and simply evolve.
Eventually, you’ll reach a point in life where your thrust into the next phase of your career. My role as a brand photographer is just that.
MY TOP FOUR
01
lattes...from just about anywhere!
02
traveling to new places
03
candles & coffee table books
04
fresh flowers, they make a house a home
Listen up.
It all begins with a curated playlist for each of my clients. The music you listen to during a session can set the tone for your entire shoot. It has the ability to evoke positive emotions and encourage you to enjoy the experience, letting go of your inhibitions. Below I’ve shared some of my playlists. I hope you enjoy…
