Greetings, I’m Dan Molina and I took up photography in 2020, when the world was struck by a pandemic. I like many in the world found myself unable to work, but as someone who thrives on activity, I found it challenging to remain idle. This prompted me to finally explore an interest I held for most of my life. So I invested in my first serious camera and embarked on a self-taught journey to master its use.

I began taking my camera everywhere, capturing moments at family gatherings/celebrations, while taking my kids to the park or on nature walks. It was during a friend's charity pirate-themed pub crawl—camera in hand—that I discovered my true passion for event photography.

After nearly five years of serving as the official photographer for the Pirates of the Canal Charity Organization and covering various events at my children's school, I realized it was time to transform my passion into a business.

My approach is heavily influenced by photojournalism and I prefer to capture candid moments of raw emotions, as I believe it allows me to convey a more authentic narrative through my images.

I am based in the Joliet/Crest Hill and surrounding areas in Illinois. If your are looking for a photographer for your next event or portrait shoot, send me a message I would love to tell your story.