Business Details
33 Years
experience
Award-Winning Family & Wedding Photography in Bozeman, MT
We are Doug and Stana Loneman, a husband-and-wife photography team with over 30 years of experience capturing life's most meaningful moments in Montana and beyond. Our approach combines authentic, candid storytelling with relaxed, client-focused sessions that prioritize natural emotions over rigid posing. Doug's background as an award-winning photojournalist informs his ability to capture genuine expressions, while Stana provides personalized guidance throughout the planning and post-session selection process. We specialize in family portraits, senior photography, weddings, and commercial projects, serving clients in Bozeman, Big Sky, and surrounding areas.Our commitment to quality extends from the initial consultation to final print selections, ensuring every client receives both artistic excellence and exceptional service. With multiple Photographer of the Year awards and a reputation built on trust, we understand the lasting value of photographs that preserve authentic memories. Our sessions emphasize comfort and connection, whether photographing intimate family gatherings or high-profile commercial assignments.
Services
Family Photography
Wedding Documentation
Senior Portraits
Commercial Photography
Business Portraits
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of combined experience capturing authentic Montana moments
- Stress-free sessions prioritizing natural interactions over rigid posing
- Personalized post-session guidance for print/digital selections
- Competitive pricing with no hidden costs or image restrictions
- Award-winning photojournalistic approach preserving genuine emotions
What people say
Relaxed methodology
Genuine expressions
Beautiful collection of photos
Stress-free experience
Authentic storytelling
Services
Family Photography
Our family photography sessions focus on capturing authentic connections through 60-90 minute on-location shoots. We blend casual posed groupings with candid moments that reflect your family's unique dynamics. Serving Bozeman, Big Sky, and surrounding Montana areas, our approach prioritizes comfort and natural interactions over rigid posing, creating timeless images that preserve your family's story.
Wedding Documentation
We specialize in capturing weddings with a photojournalistic approach that emphasizes genuine emotions and spontaneous moments. Our coverage includes pre-ceremony preparations, ceremony highlights, and reception celebrations. With experience photographing small intimate gatherings to larger events, we ensure every couple receives comprehensive documentation that tells their unique love story through authentic, emotionally resonant images.
Senior Portraits
Our senior portrait sessions combine location flexibility with personalized styling guidance to create images that reflect each individual's personality. Sessions include wardrobe consultation and location scouting to ensure results that feel authentic and meaningful. Clients appreciate our ability to capture confidence and individuality while maintaining a relaxed, enjoyable experience during this important milestone.
Commercial Photography
We create professional commercial imagery that enhances business branding through environmental portraits and lifestyle photography. Our services include corporate headshots, team portraits, and location-based branding content that showcases your professional environment. Clients benefit from our experience working with local businesses like Bozeman Broker Group to develop visual identities that communicate professionalism and approachability.
Business Portraits
Our business portrait services focus on creating professional images that reflect individual and team identities within their work environment. We offer on-site photography that captures authentic professional personas while maintaining technical excellence. The process includes pre-session consultation to ensure images align with brand messaging, resulting in portraits that balance approachability with authority for business professionals.
People
Doug Loneman
Photographer
Award-winning photojournalist with 30+ years of experience capturing authentic moments. Specializes in family, wedding, and commercial photography while maintaining a relaxed approach that puts subjects at ease.
Stana Loneman
Client Consultant
Professional photography consultant guiding clients through session planning and post-production selections. Provides personalized support to ensure clients achieve their vision within budget while maintaining a stress-free experience.
Questions
What types of photography sessions do you offer?
We specialize in family portraits, senior photography, weddings, and commercial projects. Our approach adapts to each client's needs while maintaining our signature authentic, candid style.
How long are typical photography sessions?
Family sessions last 60-90 minutes, senior portraits typically 60 minutes, and wedding coverage varies by event. Commercial sessions are tailored to specific project requirements.
Do you travel for photography assignments?
We primarily serve Bozeman and Big Sky, Montana, but gladly travel statewide and beyond for special requests including destination weddings and commercial projects.
What post-session support do you provide?
Stana offers personalized guidance for selecting favorites, with no restrictions on image choices. We help clients choose appropriate print/digital options matching their budget and display needs.
Are your prices competitive with other local photographers?
Yes, our pricing reflects both our experience and local market standards. We maintain transparent pricing with no hidden costs or additional fees for image selections.
How do you handle challenging photography conditions?
Doug's photojournalism background prepares him for unpredictable environments. We embrace natural light and candid moments, turning potential challenges into unique storytelling opportunities.
