Hi, I’m Dayna.
Covered in earth and not afraid to stand in the fire.
Photographer
Horse Nurturer, Partner, & Protector.
Photography, for me, is an act of listening. To the animals, to the land, to the quiet story unfolding in front of me. With a natural eye for detail and emotion, I try my best to capture images that speak gently yet powerfully to the soul — creating pieces that act as reminders of the beauty that is always circulating around us.
I consider myself to be one who listens beyond words — hearing the language of breath, hoof, and heartbeat. Ae steady hand that comforts, a soft presence that guides, and a shield that stands between fragility and harm.
I commit myself to walk beside the horse, not above it. To build a partnership not forged in dominance, but in trust — a dance where strength and gentleness intertwine.
I commit myself to nurturing & honoring the horse’s essence. To partner is to share in its freedom. To protect is to vow, again and again, that no harm shall diminish its light.
This path is not a role, but a calling: to be an ally to the wild soul in a domesticated world, a guardian of grace, and a companion in the sacred journey of horse and human.
Muscian
A lover of all instruments and with, what I consider to be, a harmonious vocal range, I do my best to bring acoustic music to life in a way that captivates audiences with authenticity and warmth. My performances aren’t just about sound — they’re about creating shared moments that touch hearts, spark joy, and remind us of the beauty in simplicity.
Artisan.
Working with natural materials from the earth, I create a variety of wellness items that are organic, ethically sourced and wholely made. Items such as healing bath salt energy jars, toxin-free deodorant and laundry soap as well as healing salves and remedies made from herbs and items directly from the ground we live on and tend to daily.
Horses are intuitive on a level like no other animal which makes them the most empathetic and supportive facilitators when it comes to therapeutic work.
Questions and Inquiries
info@daynahammond.com
Ardrossan, AB
“I call my horses ‘divine mirrors’—they reflect back the emotions you put in. If you put in love and respect and kindness and curiosity, the horse will return that.”
— Allan Hamilton