meet your photographer & new best friend
Hey, I'm Dasha!
Fashion & Commercial Photographer born in Russia and relocated to the United States in early 2000, Dasha Denger began her photography journey through the world of macro and nature photography.
Her hobby quickly turned into portrait work photographing high school seniors and family portraits. Soon after opening her boutique photography studio in 2009, Dasha made the transition from portraiture to commercial fashion taking on agency models and commercial clients.
Dasha is inspired by light & airy timeless style with genuine expressions that transform her subjects into a work of art. Her attention to detail and an eye for creative direction and composition leaves her audience with a desire to see more.
In addition to her photography work, Dasha is also a retoucher and coach for emerging models. She has worked with hundreds of up and coming models helping them identify their own unique personality and find their footing in this demanding industry.
Currently located in Seattle, WA, Dasha is always traveling to her hometown near Chicago as well as to the East Coast for client photoshoots and agency model testing.
To get in touch or enquire about booking a session, please get in touch with me today!
FAQ
booking
What is the booking process like?
After we have finished out consultation call we will then decide on the best package that fits your needs and schedule a tentative shoot date.
We will begin the planning process by first creating a moodboard of visuals to pull from, and go over your brand's colors, vision, ideal target audience and mission.
We will also confirm a studio location, if shooting on location any necessary permits or permissions, makeup & hair artist as well as wardrobe styling & props for the shoot.
Do you have payment plans?
We do have flexible payment options when booking in advance 1-3 months.
The first payment of 50% is due upon booking to secure the session date, the remaining fee can be broken up into multiple payments, final payment due a week prior to the session date.
All payment must be made on or before the session or a reschedule date will be required.
Payment options include Credit Card and manual payments.
Is there a deposit for the session?
Yes, in order for us to begin work together we will require a down payment for 50% of the minimum investment up front.
This is necessary to cover any overhead costs of planning as well as compensation for all creative energy that goes into the magical process from day one.
The remaining half along with any other additional add-on services, studio/location fees and travel fees will be due no later than session date.
What is the cancellation policy?
Due to the nature of this work, there is a no cancellation, no refund policy.
We are happy to provide 1 re-schedule date should the weather be inclement or there are other circumstances outside of your control preventing you from attending the shoot.
Please notify us a minimum of 1 week prior to the shoot should you need to re-schedule and we will be happy to schedule a new time!
If there is a no call no show the shoot and contract will be voided immediately and the 50% deposit will not be refunded.
If you have to re-schedule less than 48 hours prior to the shoot, a late notice fee of $150.00 will be added to your final payment.
Do you offer Discounts?
Recognizing the need for diverse voices in the visual landscape, we offer discounted rates for underrepresented and minority-owned businesses.
To ensure fair and accessible pricing, our discount system is designed to be considerate of varying circumstances.
Qualification for a discount may be determined through a simple application process where businesses can provide information about their annual revenue, size, and any other pertinent details.
Discounts could be tiered, with the percentage adjusted based on factors such as annual revenue or the specific circumstances of the business.
If you believe you qualify for a discount, please feel free to reach out to us via the contact form below and we will be happy to start you with the application process!
How far in advance should I book?
You are welcome to book up to 3-4 months in advance of your desired shoot date.
In fact it is for the best to book a minimum of 1-2 months in advance since that guarantees ample planning time to execute the most successful shoot!
When booking, simply select the desired date & time on our calendar and should the date need to be changed later please provide 1 week of advance notice for any date or time changes.
FAQ
Planning
Will you help me come up with ideas?
Absolutely, it is one my favorite parts of the experience, combining a moodboard of inspiration for the shoot.
I will create a private Pinterest board for us to use with ideas on lighting, posing, wardrobe, studio and or location ideas as well as color schemes, additional detail shot inspiration that might include your products / personal tools you use daily in your business and or your laptop / journaling.
Then when I have the moodboard finished we will go over it together, keeping what resonates and letting go of anything that doesn't fit.
For the photoshoot I will create a final PDF copy with all our best inspiration carefully printed out full of ideas and inspirations for us to use on set!
What is a Shot List?
A shot list is a posing, lighting, studio setup and clothing organization tool that photographers use in order to keep all aspects of the shoot in line.
A shot list can include but is not limited to posing ideas from full body, half body, portrait close up and or landscape wide angle framing ideas. It can also include lighting examples ranging from natural light, soft studio light, direct studio light and or creative studio lighting.
This will ensure you and I are both happy with the direction we wish to take the shoot before we even step foot on set!
We will curate the shot list together after we have looked over our initial moodboard I will combine a final shot list PDF with our most desired poses, expressions, lighting, makeup & hair looks, wardrobe styling and location ideas. Just like the moodboard I will print it for use during the shoot.
Do we shoot at your studio or on location?
We believe that the location plays a significant role in capturing unique and personalized photographs. The final location of our shoot will be decided based on the visual direction, your brands voice & essence as well as what environment fits your aesthetics best.
Whether it's at your home office, specialty office studio, Airbnb with bright and open aesthetics, or at our specialty studio, we're open to capturing your imagery in a place that holds meaning to you and highlights your business ideals.
If you are interested in shooting at your personal location, please notify us upon booking as certain travel and transportation fees may be included. If you are interested in shooting at our studio location the price is already worked into the final investment price!
However if you are interested in a rental location, please send us your preferences upon booking so we can guarantee everything is complete for our session date.
Travel fees apply for trips extending over 15 miles outside of the downtown Seattle area where we are located.
Do I need to bring my own wardrobe?
Though wardrobe styling is available as an additional add on to any of our flexible packages, you are required to bring your own outfits if you choose to opt out of the styling add on.
The amount of outfits generally depends on your needs, package selection (how much time we will have together) as well as how fast you pose and change.
We are always here to help make your life easier and streamlining the wardrobe & product props by choosing the add on service is the best way to ensure that you don't have to worry about a thing!
If you do however choose to bring your own items, you are welcome to bring as many items as you'd like and we will choose the best ones together!
Can we shoot outdoors, instead of studio?
Of course! If you would rather be one with nature during our luxury branding session, I am SO down!
Please specify what location you'd prefer to shoot at during your booking and I will take into account possible locations, if permits will be needed as well as general ideas for how to implement outdoor locations with your unique brand.
Shooting outdoors may also require additional lighting, tools and or assistants so please be aware that there may be additional charges for outdoor sessions.
Will you have an assistant on set? Or can I bring a friend to help out?
An assistant is always a possibility, yes!
Please let me know at booking that you are interested in additional help during the shoot day and I will be happy to find someone that will help us on set.
If you would rather have a trusted business colleague or a close friend / family member come help you during the shoot, you are welcome to invite them!
I do ask however that whomever you wish to invite is introduced to me prior to the shoot either via a conference call or in person meeting so we can all get acquainted beforehand.
There is an additional fee for hiring an assistant that varies by time, person and availability.
FAQ
shoot
How long does the shoot last?
Our Full Day Package includes 6 total hours of studio time. This includes the arrival time, prep & planning our outfits, makeup & hair styling time (if chosen) as well as small breaks.
When you arrive I will walk you through our location, wardrobe options, props & styling setup as well as introduce you to the team!
While you are getting glammed up I will curate your outfit looks one by one, find the best shooting spots and walk you through our optimal poses, themes and lighting options.
How many outfits do I receive?
During the Full Day Package we have 6 total hours of studio time you are welcome to change up to 3 times.
With the Half Day package we have 4 total hours of studio time so you are welcome
to change up to 2 times.
I will personally combine and curate your wardrobe closet for the shoot based on your personal brand & inspiration. I will ensure that we have plenty of clothing items ready to shoot that can even be kept after the shoot if you so desire!
All items are charged at cost plus a sourcing fee.
Can I change Hair or Makeup during the shoot?
Of course! The professional makeup artist will have our moodboard for makeup, hair & general styling on hand before our shoot so they will have the concept of 2-3 different makeup looks for you to impalement with any of your wardrobe looks. *Please note additional looks will have an additional fee from the makeup artist professional.
Do you help with poses & direction?
YES! Absolutely I have been coaching and mentoring portrait clients & fashion models for over a decade so I have top experience navigating everyone to capture their ideal angles!
In our planning process I will combine a moodboard of posing ideas, direction for expressions & body movements to ensure you are equipped with all the proper tools before our session.
During the shoot I will be hands on guiding you to strike your best pose with the right physical turns & twists, evoking special emotional signals that will guarantee you're natural & relaxed expression shines through.
You will feel relaxed, at ease and at times unaware that we are photographing you because the entire process feels more like a fun hangout than a serious shoot!
How do I change outdoors?
There are many creative ways to hide you while you change outside!
From using your vehicle to using the local amenities while on location, we will ensure that you are safe, comfortable and able
to change quickly anywhere!
What if I need more shooting time?

If we run over our 6 or 4 hours of time during your RE/AWAKEN session, each additional hour will be billed for including photographer's time, makeup artist's time & studio time.
FAQ
delivery
How long is the turnaround time?
The turnaround for all packages is 2 weeks from the time of proofing.
Once you have proofed your final images for retouching, I will ensure that those images are returned in the highest quality resolution JPG format that is ready for sharing online and on your social media!
How many total images will I get?
In total, along with your retouched images, you can expect a gallery of roughly 150-200 professional photographed images.
These images will be saved in the highest quality JPG format but they will not be fully retouched (which means skin, hair and other aspects of the photo will not be touched up after the shooting process).
Providing you a gallery of these additional images ensures that you are completely set up with luxury branding imagery that you can use to elevate your brand on your social platforms as backgrounds, detail shots, fun and filler content for your feed etc!
How are the images delivered?
The final image gallery will be emailed within 2 weeks of of our proofing process.
The private online gallery is password protected and has many versatile options from viewing, favoring and adding notes to the images.
You will be able to share the images immediately online and to other social platforms using the sharing buttons.
Additionally you can order printed materials right from your gallery that will drop ship straight to your house in a matter of days from our trusted, top tier printing lab!
How many retouched images will I get?
The Full Day Package includes 35 retouched images.
The Half Day Package includes 20 retouched images.
The Hourly Package includes 10 images per 1 hour of photographing time.
All of these images will be carefully selected, reviewed & touched up in Lightroom and Adobe Photoshop to ensure that every aspect of the photo is of the highest quality and ready for online sharing or printing.
Can I have more retouched images? How much will that cost?
YES! Of course you can! If you love your retouched images but want more to share on your website, blog or social media platforms, please contact us as soon as possible.
Additional images have an additional 2 week turnaround time and the fee varies depending on the complexity of the retouching needed.
How long will the gallery be online?
The gallery will be accessible for up to 4 weeks after your delivery date.
Since we all know storage space is expensive we typically do not store all sessions online for more than 1 month.
As the client it is very important that you download then backup all of your images a minimum of 2 times (two different secure locations such as a SSD hard drive, personal cloud storage or a flash drive) to ensure no images will be permanently lost or deleted after the gallery expiration date.
Should you want to extend the online gallery by additional weeks or months, a weekly storage fee of $15.00 will be billed for however much time is needed.
Welcome to
WHITE MOTH STUDIO
White Moth Studio is located in Seattle, WA. The studio is operated by Dasha Denger, a Commercial Fashion Photographer & Retoucher from Chicago, IL. The studio's main line of work is in commercial fashion & editorial photography as well as professional retouching services. Dasha Denger opened her business in 2009 and has since been celebrated as one of the top professional photographers in the Midwest region.
Please click on Overview to view the most recent projects, photo campaigns and editorials. Check out the About page to learn more about Dasha.