I had an excellent experience working with Dan and Alex. Dans attention to detail is impeccable and my twins enjoyed working with him during their senior picture photo session. Dan has a unique way of capturing each girls personality, creating a photo that reflects their individuality. I enjoyed watching Dan work and seeing his creativity unfold during the session. The final results are stunning! Alex is wonderful to work with while during the ordering process. I appreciate her attention to detail while trying to find which arrangement of the framed prints I ordered, coming up with the perfect display on a wall in our home. Both Dan and Alex are kind, professional, and dedicated to giving you the best quality product. I highly recommend McClanahan Studio. You wont be disappointed!

Dan is amazing to work with! We brought in probably the most difficult product to shoot, a clear food dehydrator, and he had custom filters and made sure all the lighting was perfect. He didnt rush anything, and I felt he was very invested in getting the best photos possible. Of course, the photos turned out amazing!! For anyone looking to get high quality product shots done for your business, I highly recommend McClanahan.

Dan and his team are extremely professional. I worked with them in 2012 to get headshots for our employees. Dans photos were amazing. He brought out the best in everyone and was extremely easy to work with.Fast forward to 2020 and I was unable to find a copy of my headshot. I contacted Dan and he was happy to help me out. He was able to recover my photo. Dan was just as wonderful to work with now as he was back in the day.If you have personal or professional photo needs I would highly recommend Dan and his team.

The best experience I could’ve ever imagined while getting my senior photos done! The studio was modern, yet fun! Pictures were wonderfully displayed throughout the studio and the layout is very nice. Everyone was extremely nice and helpful. I will definitely be back when my brother graduates from high school to get some of those awesome sports shots! 10/10 WOULD RECOMMEND TO ANYONE FOR ANY EVENT

McClanahan Studios is the kind of business you happily take time to write a glowing review for. The business is first built on integrity; integrity of character and integrity of work. Dan’s creativity is inherent. He is professional, puts people at rest and creates art you’ll enjoy for many years to come. It’s been years since we last worked with him and I still have such a fond appreciation for the excellent service he provided. A+

Dan and Alex were awesome taking Shelby’s senior pictures! Dan eye for lighting and creativity is unmatched! She only had to jump like 50 times to get the perfect soccer picture! Also the spots where we took pictures captured her personality! And best of all big Cyclone fan! Thanks Dan and Alex

Dan & Alex have taken our family portraits and we couldnt be happier! Their creativity, lighting expertise and energetic personalities made the whole experience enjoyable and relaxing. The best part is ending the process with wall portraits for our home that we will cherish forever, thank you so much McClanahans!

I had an exceptional experience at McClanahan studios! Dan is so much fun to work with and he makes you feel very comfortable right away. Dan has the ability to take someone who isn’t super comfortable in front of a camera, and capture pictures of their true personality! Dan is very creative, so my session and photos were unique and tailored exactly to my desires! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience or higher quality photos!

Dan and Alex took our family photos last year and were excellent to work with. We were able to get photos taken, review and order that day. Dan was great at working with our shy toddler and captured beautiful photos. Alex was helpful in choosing prints as well as did an awesome job designing our Christmas cards. We got many compliments on them. We will definitely work with them in the future for updated family photos.

Both my sister and I had our senior pictures done with Dan and Alex, and they were amazing to work with! They took our ideas and interests into consideration, as well as put their own creative spin on things to give us one-of-a-kind photos that we will cherish forever. They also did some Mother’s Day photos for us, and they turned out amazing! If you’re looking for professional, super fun loving, amazing people to do photography, it’s them!

For a long time I admired Dan McClanahans work so when it was time for my daughters senior pictures I knew exactly who to choose, and he did not disappoint! During the design process Dan and Alex were very communicative. On the day of the photo shoot Dan and his assistant made us feel very comfortable. They were fun, professional, and had all these amazing creative ideas. Afterward Alex was great to work with to choose the best images and medium.I highly recommend McClanahan Studio.

Working with Dan is a privilege. His photography skills and creativity far exceed any other photographer that I have worked with. He does not just take the camera and shoot he thinks long and hard about the lighting and how to get the best photograph. Dan and his wife Alex are great people. Ames is blessed to have them here. They are a “world -class” studio

I would highly recommend McClanahan studio. I had a professional headshot taken there and my expectations were far exceeded. What I expected to be a quick and somewhat mundane experience was instead lively and very thorough. The added elements of music and the time spent getting to know me bit in order to bring out an authentic smile were great. The results were all I could hope for and more, and the attention to detail was incredible. The studio itself is amazing and Dan is great to work with.

Dan and Alex are one of a kind. They are incredible to work with and the quality of their work is unmatched. They did my senior pictures in 2015 and I love them! I would highly recommend choosing McClanahan studio for any photography needs.

Dan and Alex are AMAZING! My husband and I have been married almost 9 years and our guests still talk about the photos. They made us feel completely comfortable through the entire process, not to mention is was insanely fun! The photos were museum quality. We used them again two years ago to do a photo of our daughter, and once we can meet up again well do the same with our son. There isnt enough space to dedicate to the overall experience they create.

Dan and Alex are top notch! They have a great eye for detail, design and creativity! They make any idea you have come to life! They are super easy to work with and make you feel comfortable to be yourself and have fun while doing it!

Not only is Dan McClanahan an excellent photographer, he has an eye like no other for creating a picture that brings out the best of every one. He did our family portrait, our daughters senior pictures & our renewing our vows, engagement pics and he captured all of us perfectly! Couldnt recommend him more!

Dan and Alex are an absolute blast! I have never worked with a photographer that strives to actually get to know you so that they can bring out the best you. You dont just become a client of McClanahan studio, you become family. And they treat you like it!

The McClanahan’s go above and beyond when they photograph. From getting to know you as a client, to making you feel comfortable in front of the lens, to their creativity behind the lens, it’s always more than one could ask for. Their kindness and energy spread like wildfire and makes you instantly at ease around them - which equals great quality photos.

Dan has done senior portraits for two of my daughters (third one is in waiting for 3 years from now). His work is exceptional! Offering a unique sitting that fits each person’s personality, passions, and interests, Dan is the man! There’s no need to worry about not being a natural in front of the camera, because Dan immediately puts you at ease, even if you’re juggling cupcakes. It’s amazing how he captures the inner essence of a person’s being in such a beautiful way. Narrowing down photo selections is a challenging task because everything is so good! But from photo session to viewing to ordering to delivery of photos you get the absolute best. Dan’s wife, Alex, is a master of the craft as well, and offers suggestions and encouragement in an authentic and caring way. We highly recommend Dan and his team because you’re more than just a customer to the McClanahans. They genuinely care and connect, and that relationship lasts way beyond the photo sessions. Turns out they’re pretty awesome landlords as well. Your best choice for photos is McClanahans!

I’ve worked with Dan on many shoots and his work is top notch. He has a great eye for composition and lighting and a joy to work with. I highly recommend McClanahan Studios for any of your photography needs.

I couldnt be happier with my experience with McClanahan Studio. Dan was very professional and made the experience fun! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for the highest quality photos from the highest quality people.

Incredibly professional and experienced. Willing to answer all your questions and help you understand the processes, and super fun along the way. I wouldnt hesitate to work with them again.

The passion and creative edge at McClanahan Studio exceeds anyone else Ive worked with in the industry. Im continually amazed at the work they create and the experience they curate for their costumers. They can rise to any occasion and are guaranteed to exceed your expectations.

I’ve never gotten my pictures taken (however I would love to), but his work is amazing! Last year on career day at my school, he came and talked about photography and I was super interested! He really got me interested in photography again :)

Dan will do anything for the perfect shot! He can coax a natural smile or characteristic expression from the most stoic teen. The entire session is relaxing, fun, and get the results parents love and teens show off!

Dan and Alex are such incredible people. Their talent and personality cant be beat. The community is fortunate to have rockstars like you around!

Dan and Alex are simply the best in the business. We have used them for our wedding, baby announcements, head shots, and commercial shoots. The price is VERY reasonable for the quality! Not to mention, they are a blast to work with! My wife and I will be life long customers.

I reached out to McLanahan Studio because I needed high quality pictures to update the website for Gateway Hotel & Conference Center and Dan came through tenfold! I honestly had no idea what the best angles were and Dan was super professional and quick in getting the pictures done and edited for us. They turned out amazing and has really improved our hotel. I will always recommend and use McLanahan Studios moving forward!

McClanahan Studio is the best! The senior year is a stressful time and Dan and Alex made this easy. We walked in the first day as stranger and left as a part of their photography family. Alex and Dan made this mother feel at ease, helped narrow down the many picture choices and had great unique ideas. My daughter had a great time at her session! We will be back!

Dan and his staff are wonderful! Very energetic, nice, creative, and always has the best ideas. I would highly recommend!

Dan took some fun headshots and candids for a blog I was a part of. The entire process was a fun, unique, and exciting experience! Very knowledgeable about getting people into a comfortable setting, and he has a great eye! Loved the photos he captured.

Dan did a really fun photo session at a school event at Mitchell Elementary. My kids loved the opportunity to see all of the photo equipment and watch how he magically turned the photo into something amazing.

McClanahans are great photographers and better people- always excited to try something new and give you the PERFECT photos for any occasion! Absolutely ecstatic about having them for my upcoming wedding

Amazing talent, professionalism, quality, value and lasting epic memories captured by a master photographer. The best!

Ive seen the beautiful works of art of your vision for family photographs! Great eye!

I’ve had 2 photo shoots at Dan’s studios and he’s the most amazing and kindest photographer I’ve ever worked with

The best in the business! Fun, professional, and endlessly talented! Dan is the best, seriously.

Seriously, Dan is the best photographer I have worked with but is also an amazing human. I hope to grow up to be like him someday.

Possibly the best photographer in the Midwest. Ames is very fortunate!

Dan McClanahan is SUCH a talented photographer, and is so creative! He blew us away with our family pictures that we will treasure forever!!

As an artist, very few in the country can match the experience and outcome of a session that Dan creates for his clients. Almost ten years I have been following and studying what Dan does to make my world better for me to create in. He has not only gained the respect through out the photographic industry.....he has gained the respect of those he crates with.

Dan is arguably one of the best photographers I know. A master at his craft. He has shot multiple images for my business, Surefire Fitness, and we couldnt be happier with how they turned out.

Great photographers and even better people!

If you’re looking for a power couple to create pieces of art this is the place. Something magical happens when working with Dan and Alex, you’re not just getting a photograph, you’re getting a story full of emotion, from families to seniors, editorials to products, each work is an individual work of art.

You dont have to look hard for the best its right in front of you just call.

I cant say enough good things about McClanahan Studio. I knew for years that I wanted to bring my kids here for their senior photos, and I was so excited when the time finally came. My boys love Dan, and its great to have someone who they can relate to so well. We literally drove 17 hours each way from North Carolina to have Dan photograph my oldest son for his senior portraits and it was worth every minute and every penny. I chose Dan because of his incredible imagination, his ability to create the perfect images from a few details I gave him about Jake, and his super fun personality and energy. I am in love with my album and wall art, and am so thankful to have these images to enjoy when Jake leaves for college. I highly recommend Dan for any photography needs you might have because there literally isnt anyone better to work with, and his award-winning work speaks for itself.

McClanahan Studio not only has the best work in town but is also the most amazing person who really makes the photo shoot experience fun. Ive never felt more comfortable in front of the camera but with Dan. 12/10 studio to choose.

Dan, Dan, he’s our man. If he can’t do it... no one can.

Professional and fun, I feel like Im hanging out with my best friend the entire time except that this friend is a world renown photographer located in central Ames!

Dans work is more then just inspiring, he truly captures the person in from of his lens , hes funny , down to earth and amazingly talented.. if your looking for Family Portraits or anything really Give them a call

Dan and alex strive to find out who you are as a person, and translate that into your photos. They take the time to get to know you, and make the experience fun and relaxing. Look at any of their photos and youll see, their work speaks for itself. I cannot reccomend these two highly enough.

I was so impressed from the moment I met Dan and Alex McClanahan. What a wonderful couple with an amazing business. They were both so professional but yet light hearted and fun. Dan is such a talented photographer. He made my daughter feel so at ease during her senior picture photo shoot. Her photos were incredible and he captured her personality so beautifully. All of our photographs came in a timely manner and they were even better than I had imagined when I saw them printed. Thanks Alex and Dan for the exceptional experience!

After following McClanahan Studios blog for over a year, I was fairly certain they were who I wanted for my sons senior pictures. After a visit to their studio and meeting with Dan & Alex, we were hooked. Everything about our experience was top-notch. Dan is an amazingly talented photographer and Alex is awesome at handling all the details. Their love for their profession (and each other) is very apparent. My son truly enjoyed his session and we love the results! Their photos and the products they offer are second to none. Dan & Alex are some of the coolest, kindest people you will meet. They put a lot of time and effort into getting to know their customers so they can make their personality shine through in their photos. I cant wait to return with my next two kids!! If I could rate them higher than 5 stars - I would!

This studio rocks! Dan and Alex engaged with my daughter for senior pictures in a way that was amazing. I was impressed with the approach even before we showed up for the shoot for getting to know her personality, style, and what it was that she was hoping to capture in her pictures! From the time we hit the studio until we left the junkyard shoot, the experience was a blast! Dan and Alex offer something special for those who are looking for the experience to remember! Thanks both to sharing your amazing talent and style with my daughter at a time she wont ever forget. Plus, the pictures are truly AWESOME. Dan must have been born with a camera in his hand...WOW!

Ive followed McClanahan Studios for a few years now and have truly been blown away by their quality of work. Their expertise and passion is strongly displayed in every piece of work Ive had the pleasure of seeing. Keep up the great work and congrats on all the success!

Best photographer Ive ever worked with! Made the experience itself so much fun, and the results were incredible. Everyone now wants to know who took those stunning photos! Dan & Alex are ridiculously creative, talented, and knowledgeable.

I have lived in Iowa, Atlanta, Chicago, and New York City; there is not a photographer with whom I would rather collaborate than Dan McClanahan.

We first saw McClanahan Studios work about four years ago, and we immediately loved how they are able to capture the personality of their clients in their work. Dan and Alex made the whole senior picture experience so enjoyable for our daughter, and we couldnt be happier. Dan is a magician with light, and Alex is the queen of design. Fun people, and a product youll treasure.

McClanahan Studio is a must-go for seniors who not only want pictures but also memories to treasure. What I most appreciated about my experience was the perfect balance in structure and freedom that Dan and Alex (the McClanahan Duo) gave me. I first enlisted all of my hobbies, interests, aspirations, and miscellaneous things I would like to incorporate into my photos, and Dan and Alex meticulously gave me guidelines and suggestions as to how to make my wildest photo-op dreams achievable.The photo session was a blast. While I’m smiling away in front of the camera, Dan, the photographer, had so many creative poses to direct for me. As Dan casually showed some of the shots he took, I realized that he was a master with natural light. It was really awesome how he could play so much with natural color and light and how he refrained from artificial filters.After the photos were all taken, I indecisively chose photos to print as wall portraits, desk prints, albums, and other forms. I was astonished when I actually received the prints because they were simply AMAZING. Everything is so clear-cut and beautiful. The prints were more sharp and pristine than the digital files. Alex also had everything packaged in sleek sleeves and pretty boxes with fabric bows. (She knows how to make people happy.)The McClanahan’s know how to have fun but also be professionals in the field. Dan is an INCREDIBLE photographer; I do not know how to emphasize this more than with Caps Lock. His photographs are impeccable, and he’s great with witty captions for his photos. Alex is wonderful with her minute details. She’s awesome at making everything personally tailored for the client. She is very organized and allows everything to run smoothly. From her very elaborate emails to her talent in design that is accentuated all over the studio with its flawless interior, she is a great communicator and artist.I’ve taken photos at other competitive studios, but I have never had such a phenomenal experience as I have at McClanahan Studio. Dan and Alex are really down-to-earth people who extend over the boundary of professional and client; they approach their clients in the friendliest ways possible.My time at McClanahan Studio was one of the most enjoyable things I have done. For seniors or parents of seniors unsure of what the senior picture experience entails, I was in the same position. But, I can now say that it was one of my most memorable experiences. Go to McClanahan Studio if you enjoy fun, creativity, and simply a great time!

Incredibly talented, artistic, and fun-loving couple, they make you feel very welcome in their studio. They are always up to photograph something fun, artistic, and different, so if you have a vision for your photos, these are the people to call.

Dan did a professional headshot of me a few years ago that I still use to this day. Without a doubt he is the most talented photographer Ive ever known and Ive had the pleasure to work with. Both Dan and Alex are great people. Stop looking and just book them now for whatever your photo needs are.

Dan and Alex are both extremely professional and wonderfully down to earth. They are the type of people you want at your event anyway. The photography really speaks for itself and every project they do can be in their portfolio because of their consistant level of excellence. They have a warm, inviting, and informative consultation and really get to know you before they photograph those once in a lifetime moments in your life!

This studio is one of the most well run , and fun places to get your portraits captured

Simply THE BEST!