It seems like such a cliche thing to say but I've always enjoyed having a camera in my hand.
I remember my first camera. It was a little pink camera from Family Dollar. I use to make my Barbies pose for photos. When I was around 8 my uncle got married and he had disposable cameras at all the tables (still a great idea to do today!) I went around using them all up taking photos of everyone and everything! In high school I was in yearbook and I loved being the one having a camera at all the school events. People knew if they wanted a photo they should come to me.
I've been working in the wedding world for 10 years. Working as a second photographer and as a venue coordinator in the beginning. I'm going into my 5th year as a full time Wedding Photographer. I love to use the knowledge to help couples before the wedding, usually with a carefully curated timeline that leaves room for the things that matter to you most. You'll be able to completely be in the moment and maximize time with your boo!
I include an engagement shoot with my Wedding Packages because I love getting to have one-on-one time with the couple.
I want to get to know you! I want to hear about how you met and I want to capture what brought you together. I want you to become comfortable with me so when I come for your wedding it's like seeing an old friend. I think creating a relationship with my clients is so important because it helps me to get to know you two. With that I will know how to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera. That's how I get the authentic laughs and smiles and the chemistry between you two.
My photography process is a thoughtful journey, beginning with getting to know you. I prioritize comfort and joy, striving to make the experience enjoyable and stress-free.
You'll receive a gallery of images true to your day. Your biggest moments will be captured timelessly and beautifully, while the small in between moments neatly tie your story together.
I consider it an honor and privilege to capture the memories of such a special day in your life. I take my job seriously and put my heart into every single shot, ensuring that each image reflects the unique love story between you and your partner.
My goal is to not only capture the obvious moments, but also the subtle details and emotions that make your love
story truly unique.
The Vacantis
"Marissa is a creative genius and endless fun. My wife and I booked her for both engagement and wedding photos and they have been and still are my absolute favorite photographs ever taken of us. She's such a calming presence, encourages authenticity, and celebrates fun and goofy. If you're looking for someone who understands photography, important events, and fun, Marissa is your gal. I could not recommend her more highly. I'd give her six stars if I could!"
The Fergusons
"Marissa was a joy to work with from the beginning, helping me and my husband figure out our timeline and shot list. On the wedding day, she was so professional and organized, but also a lot of fun to be around — my bridesmaids were all saying they wanted to be her new best friend! She took a combination of creative and artsy photos with more traditional photos as well, which I really appreciated. She is truly talented! Our entire wedding album is beautiful and she did such a great job capturing special moments of me and my husband and our guests, as well as the general atmosphere."
The Matuses
"Marissa is everything you could want in a photographer and more! She shot our engagement and wedding photos and we could not have been happier. She does a phenomenal job of adapting and catering to the style of whatever couple she shoots. She did such a great job helping the day run smoothly and making sure everyone was comfortable and having fun. I’m so grateful for her talented eye and these amazing photos that we’ll have to look back on to remember our special day for the rest of our lives! If you’re looking for a photographer, congrats — you just found her!"