Danikelii was raised in the Hawaiian islands, where he attended the University of Hawaii. Danikelii continued his graduate studies at the University of Portland, receiving his Master's degree in Broadcast Communications. After working in the television industry, Danikelii moved to Las Vegas, working briefly in the casino industry, while raising his family. Although his passion for photography began at an early age, it was in Las Vegas, where he began to focus on his photography. With his love for the outdoors, and photography, he decided to combine the two and began showcasing his work. Danikelii Photography's emphasis is on landscape/wildlife, live bands, portrait and intimate weddings.