welcome
I'm MARIA, Wedding Photographer
I'm a wedding photographer base in South Jersey and I love capturing joyful moments of the Wedding Day! I'm so honored that you have reach out and excited that you are interested in choosing me to document your special day!
I believe that choosing a wedding photographer is about more than just hiring someone with a camera to document your day. Your wedding photographer should be someone who makes you feel comfortable, someone who eases the craziness of a wedding day, and maybe, someone who eventually becomes a friend.
I’m a wedding photographer based in Pennsauken, NJ. I love natural light and often use film to slow down time and truly capture the beauty of a moment. I strive to create beautiful images that are classic, natural and tell the story of each day.
I’m so thankful for the career that I have and I love each and every couple I have the opportunity to work with!
- Maria
"Maria took our wedding photos in June 2021, and our engagement photos before that and it was such a great experience! She made us feel very comfortable in the pre-engagement photo session and answered all our questions. She goes above and beyond in preparing your for the session and communicating before the wedding day so on your special day, you are worry free and can just enjoy it! Her attend to detail both in making the experience great and the actual beautiful skill and talent in the product of her photos and albums was incredible and can't wait to do future photoshoots with her with our family. Thank You for a great experience, Maria!
- Aimee and Daniel
Smithville, NJ
"I’m thankful and extremely grateful for all you have done for Ernesto and me this year! You have truly been such a blessing to us and we couldn’t think of anyone else greater to helped us out with out big day. We love you very much and hope to see you soon"
- Sabrina and Ernesto
Voorhees, NJ
"Thank You for capturing all of the beautiful moments of our wedding day. We couldn’t have asked for better pictures. Thanks you you we have the greatest memories of our special day we wish you nothing but the best. We are forever grateful of your pictures, thanks to you we look amazing"
- Mark & Lanasa
Cinnaminson, NJ
"I have no words. Thank You for being part of our beautiful journey. I thank God for you and your beautiful talent. I'm so happy"
- Stephanie and Ray
Cherry Hill, NJ
After photographing many weddings over the past few years, I’ve found that I may not the perfect fit for every couple. That’s why this process begins with a conversation. Lets talk about the wedding plans, what are your most important photos, what do you envision for your wedding day...
We’ll get to know one another, talk about the details of your day, answer any questions you might have about working with me and figure out if we’re the best fit for each other.
I’m here as a resource beyond photography—whether you're looking for engagement session outfit recommendations, timeline advice, or vendor referrals.
Even if you're working with a wedding planner or you're planning a simple wedding, there are likely still a lot of moving pieces left leading up to your big day. I’ve photographed many weddings in the past few years and I’m happy to share everything I’ve learned along the way!
I’m big fan of engagement sessions for a few reasons. Not only do they allow you to get comfortable in front of the camera, they also give you the opportunity to showcase your personalities in a more casual setting that is significant to the two of you.
Engagement sessions can take place anywhere from immediately following a proposal to just a few days before the wedding. I’ve found that there isn’t a “good” or “bad” time to take your photos. I normally plan sessions based on a particular “look” a couple has in mind, spring flowers for example, or based on schedules.
I check-in about two months before the wedding to start chatting about timeline specifics, special details, family formal shot lists, special traditions and anything else I should know about your big day. While I normally don't send this questionnaire until closer to the wedding, please don't hesitate to let me know if you have questions during the planning process!
It's finally here! The day the two of you say "I Do" and dance the night away surrounded by your family and friends.
Just know I’m excited to celebrate and capture your wedding day. It's going to be awesome.
You can expect your photos to be delivered via an online gallery within about four weeks of your wedding. At that time, I’ll also send over details about preserving your images through prints and albums. I hope the relationship doesn't end after I deliver your photographs. I want to hear about the adventures of married life. And if you decide to have kids, I’ll love to document your growing family.
Wedding Day Collection 2022
We love to created custom Collections for you perfect Wedding Day!
8 hours of coverage
Complimentary Engagement Session
Two Photographers
Private Online viewing/ordering gallery with high resolution
images for printing
Assistance with creating a timeline.
10 hours of coverage
Complimentary Engagement Session
Two Photographers
Private Online viewing/ordering gallery with high resolution
images for printing
Assistance with creating a timeline.
All Day Coverage*
Complimentary Engagement Session
Two Photographers
Private Online viewing/ordering gallery with high resolution
images for printing
Assistance with creating a timeline.
10x10 30 page Linen Heirloom Album
COLLECTION Three
COLLECTION ONE
$3,500
A LA CARTE
Additional Wedding Coverage - $550/hour
Additional Portrait - $425
***Travel fees may apply to locations outside of 60 miles. Ask for details.
*Coverage up to 12hrs on the wedding day
S4100
Collection TWO
$5400
albums
Handcrafted Albums are the perfect way to remember your wedding day
One of the best ways to make your wedding memories last is by ordering an album. These high quality professionally designed albums come in a variety of linen & leather colors. These aren’t the same albums your parents wedding photos came in. They’re modern, lay perfectly flat and look incredible on coffee tables.All albums must be prepaid before design begins. Albums typically take between 4 to 6 weeks to complete and include three rounds of revision. Albums may be ordered anytime before or after the wedding day.
30 page 10x10 album
Linen: $975
Leather: $1200
Additional 2-page Spread: $30
PRICING
(8x8, 20 pages)
Linen: $450 each for Linen
Leather: $700 each
Additional 2-page Spread: $40 each
DUPLICATE PARENT ALBUMS
engagement sessions
Lets Get Some Practice Before the Big Day is Here!
All of our collections include a complimentary engagement session. It takes time for most couples to warm up to being photographed and understand how I pose. Timelines can be pretty tight on weddings days and 30 minutes may be all we have for portraits - which is why I’ve found that wedding day portraits turn out so much better when couples do engagement sessions ahead of time.
Engagement Sessions also allow you to showcase your personalities in a more casual setting that is significant to the two of you (and even include pets!) While they’re great for save-the-dates, I’ve taken engagement photos anywhere from 18 months in advance to a few days before the wedding.
We love your work and we're ready to book! What's the next step?
Fantastic! To reserve your wedding date, I’ll need a completed contract and a $1000 non-refundable retainer. If you don’t have a contract yet, just let us know and I’ll send one over! The remaining balance will be due 1 month before the wedding.
How many photos are typically included and can we print the photos ourselves?
Galleries typically include anywhere between 400 and 800 photos. The exact amount varies from wedding to wedding. Your online gallery will come loaded with fully edited high resolution images you can print anywhere. You’re also welcome to share your wedding photos on Facebook as long as you credit me and link to my website.
When do you charge travel fees?
I typically add travel fees on to any wedding outside of a 60 mile radius from my home in Pennsauken, New Jersey. Fees vary depending on location so ask me for more details.
