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Maria Martinez - Photographer
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"We cannot say enough amazing things about Maria! Since we had a destination wedding, we didn’t meet..."
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Why couples loved this vendor
- Seasoned with weddings
- Capturing memories
- Pristine quality
- Photographer
About this vendor
Maria Martinez is a professional wedding photographer based out of Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Maria has over a decade of experience capturing hundreds of wedding celebrations and telling unique love stories. She would be delighted to be involved in your special celebration and help make it unforgettable.
Services Offered
Specializing in destination weddings, she can coordinate with your other vendors as well as talented videographers to capture your big day. Maria also offers engagement sessions. For images you would like displayed, she can provide prints, canvases, and albums. Reach out to Maria for more information on her packages and services.
What You'll Love About Maria Martinez - Photographer
Maria Martinez - Photographer is recommended by couples for her skill and ability to capture the authentic emotions of their big day. She is known to capture photos with beautiful backdrops in stunning locations, ideal for a destination wedding. Check out Maria's reviews and photo gallery to get a glimpse of her services and photography style.
Experience
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12 years in business
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We speak English and Spanish
FAQ
Which of the following are included in the starting price?
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?
2nd Shooter
Boudoir Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
One Event / Day
Slideshow
Toning
Albums
Digital Files
What primary photographic style do you identify with?
Natural
What photography services do you offer?
Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Video
Wedding Portraits
What photography items do you offer?
Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Matted Prints
Negatives
Prints
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Reviews of Maria Martinez - Photographer
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Multiple reviewers rave about Maria’s photography, praising her professionalism, clear communication, and calming, fun presence that puts couples at ease. She expertly directs posing, captures emotion and details beautifully, handles coordination smoothly, and delivers quick sneak-peeks. Excellent value and highly recommended for weddings, including destination events.
Chloe Sent on 05/25/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Maria made our wedding experience absolutely perfect
We cannot say enough amazing things about Maria! Since we had a destination wedding, we didn’t meet her until we arrived, but from the very first moment she made us feel completely comfortable and taken care of. She was incredibly professional, organized, and confident!
Maria captured every special moment so beautifully and naturally, and somehow managed to keep everything calm and stress-free throughout the day. She gave great direction when needed while still making everything feel effortless and genuine. Her attention to detail, creativity, and ability to capture emotions and candid moments were truly impressive.
Not only is she extremely talented, but she is also so kind, personable, and easy to work with. By the end of the wedding, it felt like we had known her forever. We are beyond grateful for the memories she captured and would recommend her to absolutely anyone looking for a photographer, especially for a destination wedding. Thank you, Maria, for everything!
Maria captured every special moment so beautifully and naturally, and somehow managed to keep everything calm and stress-free throughout the day. She gave great direction when needed while still making everything feel effortless and genuine. Her attention to detail, creativity, and ability to capture emotions and candid moments were truly impressive.
Not only is she extremely talented, but she is also so kind, personable, and easy to work with. By the end of the wedding, it felt like we had known her forever. We are beyond grateful for the memories she captured and would recommend her to absolutely anyone looking for a photographer, especially for a destination wedding. Thank you, Maria, for everything!
Anna Sent on 04/17/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Great work!
Maria was amazing to work with! She was clear on directions and had our best interest in mind. We are so glad we decided to choose her for our wedding. Her images speak for themselves!
Yanelis Sent on 03/16/2026
5 out of 5 rating
The Best Decision We Made for Our Wedding Day!
We chose Maria and her team as our photographer and videographer, and it was truly one of the best decisions we made.
We selected the photo and video package and we are honestly amazed by how beautiful everything turned out. The photos and video captured the emotions of the day so perfectly. Maria is incredibly talented and creative.
From the very beginning, her communication was amazing and she made the whole process feel easy. On the wedding day, the energy from Maria and her team was incredible, professional, calm, and so positive.
I’m someone who usually doesn’t love being in front of the camera, but Maria made it feel so natural and fun. I never felt like I was in a photoshoot, just enjoying the moment.
One of the most special things was receiving a preview photo and video in less than 48 hours. Seeing those memories so quickly while we were still reliving the day was so emotional for us.
We are so grateful to Maria and her team for capturing our wedding so beautifully. We truly couldn’t recommend them more.
We selected the photo and video package and we are honestly amazed by how beautiful everything turned out. The photos and video captured the emotions of the day so perfectly. Maria is incredibly talented and creative.
From the very beginning, her communication was amazing and she made the whole process feel easy. On the wedding day, the energy from Maria and her team was incredible, professional, calm, and so positive.
I’m someone who usually doesn’t love being in front of the camera, but Maria made it feel so natural and fun. I never felt like I was in a photoshoot, just enjoying the moment.
One of the most special things was receiving a preview photo and video in less than 48 hours. Seeing those memories so quickly while we were still reliving the day was so emotional for us.
We are so grateful to Maria and her team for capturing our wedding so beautifully. We truly couldn’t recommend them more.
Isaac Sent on 09/27/2025
5 out of 5 rating
She was all we needed and more
She was so much fun to work with, amazing communication, very professional, such a help no just with pictures but even helping with my dress and dealing with everybody in two languages because we had a bilingual wedding. She knew exactly what she was doing, in the middle of all the last minute changes, she was my one thing I had nothing to worry about because she came prepared. My husband and I really appreciated that she placed us in poses, telling us exactly what to do because we’re both not very photogenic people and otherwise it would have been a frustrating experience for both of us, but thanks to her our photo shoot with her is one of our favorite memories of our wedding. I LOVED every picture, and so did my family. It was hard to only pick the 100 we paid for. And she has been so gracious to us, I’ll definitely be recommending her if I hear of anyone needing a photographer. We’re so grateful that we found such a great photographer for the budget that we had.
Dominga Sent on 09/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Captured in Soul and Skin
We completely entrusted ourselves to María's hands, and it was the best decision we could have made. From the start, she took the time to understand our vision, our needs, and our budget and she delivered beyond our expectations.
The value for money was exceptional. María made sure to offer the best services without compromising quality, and we truly felt that every penny was well spent.
In terms of professionalism, María was top-notch. She was organized, punctual, and detail-oriented, all while maintaining a warm, friendly, and positive attitude. Her dedication and passion for her work made everything feel effortless and enjoyable.
If you’re looking for someone who will care for every detail, respect your budget, and still deliver outstanding results, María is the perfect choice. She doesn’t just meet expectations, she goes above and beyond.
Thank you, María, for turning our vision into reality and making the entire experience so wonderful.
The value for money was exceptional. María made sure to offer the best services without compromising quality, and we truly felt that every penny was well spent.
In terms of professionalism, María was top-notch. She was organized, punctual, and detail-oriented, all while maintaining a warm, friendly, and positive attitude. Her dedication and passion for her work made everything feel effortless and enjoyable.
If you’re looking for someone who will care for every detail, respect your budget, and still deliver outstanding results, María is the perfect choice. She doesn’t just meet expectations, she goes above and beyond.
Thank you, María, for turning our vision into reality and making the entire experience so wonderful.
Arlenny Sent on 09/01/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Beautiful work
Maria and her team were amazing!! Their work exceeded my expectations and left me with unforgettable memories. Great quality! The video looks like a movie. Price is unbeatable. Thank you Maria and Luis for an amazing job. Would recommend your services with closed eyes to anyone. Very happy I found you to capture our day for us, and would choose her all over again.
Stephanie Sent on 08/15/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Expert at Capturing Emotions, Problem-Solving, and Flowing
She made us feel comfortable from the start, capturing every emotion naturally and beautifully. Her calm, creative approach turned every moment — even the unexpected ones — into stunning memories. Looking at our photos feels like reliving the day all over again. Truly exceptional!
Hanna Sent on 08/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Comfortable, fun, and absolutely beautiful photos!
We absolutely loved working with Maria! She made me and my husband feel so comfortable and at ease. Which is a chore because we’re so awkward, especially when all eyes are on us. She has such a natural way of helping you open up, and she even brought out our silly side for some truly fun and memorable shots. The whole experience was relaxed, enjoyable, and full of laughter. The photos turned out amazing, and we couldn’t be happier!
Alyssa Sent on 07/29/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding Photographer Master!
We truly cannot say enough great things about Maria and the incredible job she did capturing our wedding day. From the moment she arrived, she had a calm and confident energy that put me at ease. She has an amazing ability to command the room without ever seeming pushy, keeping us on schedule while still making the whole process fun and relazed.
And the photos? Absolutely stunning. Every moment, big and small, was captured. Maria did not miss a thing. If you're looking for someone who can handle a crowd and deliver jaw-dropping photos, look no further, Maria is your girl.
And the photos? Absolutely stunning. Every moment, big and small, was captured. Maria did not miss a thing. If you're looking for someone who can handle a crowd and deliver jaw-dropping photos, look no further, Maria is your girl.
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Maria Martinez - Photographer frequently asked questions
Maria Martinez - Photographer includes the following photography services in the starting price:
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Digital Files
Maria Martinez - Photographer includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
- 2nd Shooter
- Boudoir Shoot
- High-Res Images
- Multi. Locations
- One Event / Day
- Slideshow
- Toning
- Albums
- Digital Files
Maria Martinez - Photographer offers the following photography styles:
- Natural
Maria Martinez - Photographer offers the following photography services for weddings:
- Additional Hours
- Boudoir Shoot
- Destination / Travel
- Engagement Shoot
- High-Res Images
- One Event / Day
- Second Shooter
- Video
- Wedding Portraits
Maria Martinez - Photographer offers the following photography materials for weddings:
- Albums
- Canvas
- Digital Files
- Matted Prints
- Negatives
- Prints
Maria Martinez - Photographer is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
Maria Martinez - Photographer currently offers 1 special WeddingWire promotion for wedding services.