Hey, my name is
Amy Dawnelle
Hey there,
I'm Amy, and I've been a photographer here in the Temecula - Murrieta area for a very long time. I've been shooting professionally since 2005. My photography journey started with a case of 'my baby's the cutest' syndrome. Like all moms, right? I mean, who doesn't think their baby is the most adorable thing on the planet? Turns out, all parents do. Go figure! Nevertheless, my first baby was born to be my little photo model. Well, all three of them were, actually.
Before I found my true calling behind the camera, I was knee-deep in managing an orthodontic office. But to be honest, as a mom of three, I needed a bit more wiggle room and a whole lot more creativity in my life. Plus, people don't love to come see you when you're chasing them down for dental payments. So, I swapped out the front office chair for a camera bag and never looked back.
From the start, I have devoured photography education like it was going out of style. I swear, I consumed so much knowledge I could've opened up my own photography med school. And in 2013, I proudly strutted my stuff across the stage to claim my Master of Photography degree from PPA. Cue the applause!
Oh, and let's not forget about the awards. Not to brag, but I've got more trophies and ribbons than I know what to do with! From snagging titles like PPSDC Children’s Photographer of the Year to PPA Photographer of the Year (yeah, I got that one twice), I've been racking up accolades like nobody's business. This is all to say, I know what I’m doing, and I’ve got you!
Nowadays, my kiddos aren't so little anymore—24, 21, and 18 to be exact. Crazy, right? And even though I've focused my lens on capturing the magic of maternity and babies, it still feels a bit surreal to have kids who are adults themselves. They're still my babies, though.
When I'm not busy behind the camera, you can probably find me exploring the food and wine scene, staying on top of my sourdough stretch and folds, or DIY-ing around the house. I'm always looking for the next live concert and belting out the loudest of jams in my car.
Anyway, if you need a photographer who is equal parts professional, creative, and just a tad bit goofy, you know who to call. Let's make some memories together!
-Amy Dawnelle
My Awards
PPA International Photographic Competition Silver Winner 2026
IEPPV Children’s Photographer of the Year 2017
IEPPV New Member Photographer of the Year 2016
PPA Photographer of the Year 2010, 2013
PPC Senior Portrait Photographer of the Year 2011
PPSDC Photographer of the Year 2012
PPSDC Children's Photographer of the Year 2010-2012
PPSDC Senior Portrait Photographer of the Year 2011
Get in Touch
Send me a message and let's take some photos!