About Daniel

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I’ve been taking photos since I was 8 years old, and professionally since I was 20 in my NYC studio and on location. I’ve photographed everything from a copper mine in New Mexico to corporate executives in NYC to diamond jewelry to fancy food and cosmetics, environmental portraits and annual reports, catalogs and advertising. There’s almost nothing I haven’t photographed in my career and I welcome the challenge and opportunity of telling your story through photography and in capturing your essence in a portrait.

When I’m not working I’m dancing (Nia is my favorite dance class) and riding horses (forever a newby) and taking hikes in the beautiful New Mexican high desert around Santa Fe and playing tennis.

I love museums, reading Pendergast novels, listening to all kinds of music and attending dance concerts.

I love people! I love when people see me for my talents and passions…and I’ve experienced that most people want to be seen as well. I love the individuality of each of us and believe that we each have a story to tell and an energy and passion that we want to show the world.

My joy is to capture that story, passion, and essence and translate it into a portrait that really captures your individual spirit or the love between your partner, friend, horse, pet or family.

Companies also have individuality. In our meeting together I find out what your company’s story and mission are, and translate that into visual imagery that tells the story of your brand. Check out my branding stories section here: https://danielquatphoto.com/branding-photography/

What is the Quat Photography Experience?

A unique photographic experience that is fun, personal and professional. I listen carefully to your photography needs and design a memorable session with imagery that captures your essence, or tells your company’s story.

I’m eager to meet you!

Sincerely,

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Check out Daniel’s 6 min 40 second PechaKucha presentation: From Persona to Essence, at Site Santa Fe in 2January 023, where he traces his career from nature photography student in the 70’s to professional portrait photographer, and the effects of meditation and finding his birth mother had on his vision of helping people to be seen >>

Giving Back to the Community

I’ve been so fortunate in my personal life and my multi-decade professional photography career. It gives me great pleasure to give back to the community that has given me so much. Hence I have supported these non profits and community organizations with my time, treasure and talent:

“Through this photo shoot I have fallen in love with myself seeing how beautiful and unique of a person that God has transformed me into. For that, I want to especially thank Daniel Quat, with Daniel Quat Photography, in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I was able to see the true beauty radiate from within me and develop that inner peace that I longed for since developing Vitiligo. ” – Angie Lujan

“Daniel is without question one of Santa Fe’s top photographers. His talents as a photog extend to portraits, events, editorial work, real estate/architecture, landscape, food…there’s nothing Daniel can’t capture beautifully. He’s great to work with and has a wonderful sense of humor and professionally.” – Guin White, Sales Director, Sunrise Springs, Santa Fe, NM.

“Daniel is very professional and makes having your photograph taken an experience to remember. He is warm, welcoming and fun to work with. I have used Daniel for my professional photos for years and would highly recommend him.” – Kelly Heyman, Audiologist

“We were very happy with his work. He’s enjoyable to be with as well as skilled and knowledgeable, and we were very pleased with the results.” – Emily Kahn-Freedman

“Daniel is top notch. Quality photos and excellent communication. I plan on using him again for our next project!” – Tony Patryn

“Daniel is the best! He took my professional portrait and I couldn’t be happier with the result. He is so friendly and warm that its hard not to smile! The finished photos were ready less than 24 hours after the photoshoot, which I really appreciated. I would highly recommend Daniel for all your photography needs – plus he’s a great guy to work with. After just a half hour, you’ll feel like you’ve known each other for ages!” – Maddie Samuel

“Daniel’s work on my professional headshot was excellent. I understand that these are as important as updated resumes and am very satisfied. These are important photos for my career as they present, for many, the first impression people will have of me. I cannot thank him enough for his time, attention, and very caring work. He was able to capture me as both professional and approachable– which is important in my line of work.” – Angelia Moore

“We are so very lucky to have found Daniel. Surfing the internet for Santa Fe photographers, my husband came across Daniel’s website. He immediately showed me the photos of Daniel’s previous photo shoots and I said “We’ve found our photographer!” Daniel has that natural talent of capturing his clients in poses that actually do not look “posed” or fake. Of course, the fabulous backdrop of Santa Fe is a photographer’s dream. We loved Daniel’s personality and we have also made a lifelong friend. Thank you sweet Daniel for “capturing the essence” of our 25th wedding anniversary. You are simply fabulous.” – Charlene and Jerry Bolton

“I did an internship with Daniel for about 4 months and assisted with multiple shoots in his studio and on location. My experience was wonderful and I learned so much from him and all the years of experience he has with photography, working with people and understanding how to make a connection with them and help them feel relaxed and enjoy being photographed. Attentive to client needs, intuitive and knowledgeable to correct lighting and composition, professional and personable. I recommend Daniel wholeheartedly.” – Rachael Urquidez

“Daniel’s excellence in photographer shines through in every image, whether they be of nature, animals, dancers or…. well, anything he connects to through the lens. My needs were around photos representing me personally, and as a business professional. Being a little camera shy, i was rather anxious about the shoot. Daniel did a FABULOUS job of putting me at ease and creating an experience that was both creative and pleasurable. The photos were so much more than I ever expected. His patience with a reluctant subject was invaluable. The reviews from others viewing these photos are over the top. Thanks, Daniel… we’ll do it again sometime!” – Jamie Klein

“I enjoyed my recent experience of being photographed by Daniel Quat for a local publication. Before the shoot date, Daniel scheduled a time to meet so he could learn about me and listen to my ideas for how I wanted to be represented by his photos. We also discussed clothing choices, which was a relief to me and helped me feel more relaxed when it came to the shoot date. Daniel is kind, patient and professional. I recommend him! PS: He got me to laugh and relax when it was time for the shoot, so the experience was enjoyable and fun (and I he made some great photos, too!).” – Luisa Kolker

“I was met with so much love+kindness by DANIEL and his amazing team. I can’t recommend him highly enough. What a great experience!” – Quinn Fontaine

Buckaroo Ball
Camino De Paz Santa Fe
Council for International Relations
Eldorado Living Magazine
Gay Pride
Interfaith Shelter
International Folk art Festival
Kitchen Angels
Leadership Santa Fe
Lensic Center for the Performing arts
Life Link
Museum of New Mexico Foundation
Monte Del Sol Charter School Mentor-ship Program
One Billion Rising
Performance Santa Fe
Planned Parenthood
Platinum Music Awards
Pomegranate Dance Studios
Renesan Center for Learning

Santa Fe Chamber of Commerce
Santa Fe Community Foundation
Santa Fe Dressage Association
Santa Fe Farmers Market
Santa Fe Film Festival
Santa Fe Folk Art Market
Santa Fe Indian Market
Santa Fe Mayor’s Ball
Santa Fe Professional Business Women’s Association
Santa Fe Spanish Market
Santa Fe Tourism
Santo Nino Regional Catholic School
Southern Poverty Law Center
Spanish Colonial arts Museum
St. Vincent’s Hospital Foundation
United Way of Santa Fe County
Waldorf School
Women’ Strike for Peace

Daniel Quat photographer in action

505-982-7474 | daniel@danielquatphoto.com

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