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GRAND RAPIDS photography services

cinematic, documentary styled photography in West Michigan

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forever chasing beauty

capturing authentic human connection in an ai world

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YOUR LIFE, MY LENS

Bring your story to life.

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Meet the Photographer

Hi, I'm Maria

I am a West Michigan lifestyle photographer with a storytelling, cinematic approach to photography. I'm also a mom to the sweetest two kiddos.


I have always been a sentimental person. I've kept every note, card and momento I've been gifted since the second grade. To me, photographs are another little treasure I love to keep and create. As a mom and as someone who manages a multitude of chronic conditions, photography is the way I choose to intentionally pursue the beautiful, to tell stories, and to find and share  the light life has to offer with others.


If you're ready to capture the little moments in time that tell your story and will bring you back to this season of life for years to come, I'd be honored to be considered for your photographer. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a session, please reach out. I'd love to hear from you!

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A joyful couple embraces at golden sunset in a tall dry grass field, woman laughing as man lifts her.

Maria is so fun to work with. Her pictures always turn out beautiful and are edited in a timely manner! We have used her for couples photos, engagement shoots, and as a photographer for our wedding, I couldn’t recommend her more!

Abby& Carson

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Maria has an eye for the story between moments and uses her gift with the lens to develop the warmest, and most radiant glimmers throughout a shoot. It’s been a privilege to have her capture so many precious moments and milestones for me and our family. Maria will capture and reflect back the love in a room, and you’ll delight over every shot and cherish them for years to come.


Mary-Grace H

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Maria is AMAZING ! She made my headshot session feel so easy and fun. She’s so kind, easygoing, and incredibly talented. She gives great direction and captures photos that actually feel like me. The session flew by, I felt totally comfortable the entire time. I’m obsessed with how they turned out and can’t recommend her enough!

Bridget C

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