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• Kourtney C. Sent on 08/19/2021
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  Phenomenal Experience

  She was literally the best photographer I could’ve asked for. So professional and her work literally speaks for itself. I’d go with her over and over again.

  She was literally the best photographer I could’ve asked for. So professional and her work literally speaks for itself. I’d go with her over and over again.

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thank you so much, Kourtney!! I'm glad you loved your experience. I loved working with y'all too =) Happy one month!
• Kathleen C. Sent on 08/12/2021
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  Maria is the BEST

  I could not have picked a better person to work with. From the start, Maria was super helpful in figuring out what coverage we needed for our wedding, and was very flexible when I decided to add additional coverage a few months out. Where Maria really stood out, however, was when things took an unexpected turn. The week before our wedding, Maria and her family came down with an illness and she wasn't going to be able to travel to our wedding. Cue the freak out, right? WRONG!! Before I had the chance to even start thinking about panicking, Maria had already found a replacement that was up to her standards and already had a plan in motion to fill the new photographer in on all our details. On the same call that she broke the news she wouldn't make it, she also filled me in on who would be there instead. The wedding day went by so smoothly and then Maria did a beautiful job editing all of our pictures and even delivered everything to us ahead of schedule. Even in a crisis, Maria was so thoughtful and forward thinking that I didn't have to worry about anything. I am blown away by the job she's done, my only regret was that I didn't get to meet her!

  I could not have picked a better person to work with. From the start, Maria was super helpful in figuring out what coverage we needed for our wedding, and was very flexible when I decided to add additional coverage a few months out. Where Maria really stood out, however, was when things took an unexpected turn. The week before our wedding, Maria and her family came down with an illness and she wasn't going to be able to travel to our wedding. Cue the freak out, right? WRONG!! Before I had the chance to even start thinking about panicking, Maria had already found a replacement that was up to her standards and already had a plan in motion to fill the new photographer in on all our details. On the same call that she broke the news she wouldn't make it, she also filled me in on who would be there instead. The wedding day went by so smoothly and then Maria did a beautiful job editing all of our pictures and even delivered everything to us ahead of schedule. Even in a crisis, Maria was so thoughtful and forward thinking that I didn't have to worry about anything. I am blown away by the job she's done, my only regret was that I didn't get to meet her!

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  This made me tear up, Kathleen!! Thank you so much for the kind words, and I hope we do get to meet one day =)
• Corie Y. Sent on 06/17/2021
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  Still Crying

  Maria was AMAZING! Our wedding day was pretty unconventional due to COVID. We had to cut back on a lot of the things that we thought we needed, so of course I was panicking and worried about how magical my day would be because it didn't seem like anything would go right. Maria was able to calm all of my worries. She worked with us during this hectic time and she was really the calmest and sweetest person. Because of our timing, we did a first look and when I tell you I was so nervous about what goofy faces or looks I was making. But Maria captured every beautiful moment on my unconventional wedding day. I still cry when I look at the pictures because not only are they gorgeous, she captured moments. Me and my husband cannot thank her enough! If you're getting married, don't miss out on having Maria taking a moment and making it last a lifetime :)

  Maria was AMAZING! Our wedding day was pretty unconventional due to COVID. We had to cut back on a lot of the things that we thought we needed, so of course I was panicking and worried about how magical my day would be because it didn't seem like anything would go right. Maria was able to calm all of my worries. She worked with us during this hectic time and she was really the calmest and sweetest person. Because of our timing, we did a first look and when I tell you I was so nervous about what goofy faces or looks I was making. But Maria captured every beautiful moment on my unconventional wedding day. I still cry when I look at the pictures because not only are they gorgeous, she captured moments. Me and my husband cannot thank her enough! If you're getting married, don't miss out on having Maria taking a moment and making it last a lifetime :)

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thank you so much for the kind words, Corie!! THIS right here is why I do what I do!! I'm so glad I was able to capture your day for y'all =D
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• Allie C. Sent on 03/27/2021
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  She is AWESOME! So sweet and so easy to work with!

  She is AWESOME! So sweet and so easy to work with!
• Jordan Sent on 04/07/2019
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  You can't go wrong with Maria

  Having hired Maria for an engagement shoot in May of 2018 and then my wedding in September of 2018, I can honestly say she was such a joy to work with and one of the easiest wedding planning decisions I made. To start, after doing a lot of research into other photographers I found her prices were incredibly reasonable, and her packages were flexible. We scheduled an initial phone call to get to know us and what could have been an awkward and stilted conversation turned out to be very enjoyable- I immediately felt comfortable hiring her to photograph our wedding. The "fit" was just there.
  Our engagement shoot was a great test run (I highly recommend one) as my then-fiancé and I got a chance to learn to be comfortable in front of the camera and Maria got a chance to get to know us (and our good sides!) and practice posing us to create photos we all loved. Maria then edited our photos BEAUTIFULLY in under two weeks, which was amazing, and the download/gallery sharing process was easy for us as well as our family members to navigate. Maria also keeps a sweet photography blog where she posts stories about the couples and families she works with, and that shows how she makes an effort to get to know you personally and create an experience unique to you. About two months before the wedding, Maria had us fill out a questionnaire having us rank what types of photos (different family groupings, locations, decorations etc) were most important to us so she would know how to best prioritize her time to ensure we got the shots that mattered the most. On the day of, Maria was prompt, professional, and honestly a calming presence during my pre-wedding jitters! She demonstrated a great talent to look around the space, find a bit of light, and then create perfect photos. She seamlessly was able to direct us into poses and different locations and kept things moving so our overall timeline would go smoothly. In the end, the wedding album we got back was absolutely amazing. Over 600+ individually edited photos, a mix of poses and fantastic candids from the dance floor and speeches that truly captured the essence of our day. If this review has not convinced you to hire Maria as your wedding photographer, please go back to the top and read again!

  Having hired Maria for an engagement shoot in May of 2018 and then my wedding in September of 2018, I can honestly say she was such a joy to work with and one of the easiest wedding planning decisions I made. To start, after doing a lot of research into other photographers I found her prices were incredibly reasonable, and her packages were flexible. We scheduled an initial phone call to get to know us and what could have been an awkward and stilted conversation turned out to be very enjoyable- I immediately felt comfortable hiring her to photograph our wedding. The "fit" was just there.
  Our engagement shoot was a great test run (I highly recommend one) as my then-fiancé and I got a chance to learn to be comfortable in front of the camera and Maria got a chance to get to know us (and our good sides!) and practice posing us to create photos we all loved. Maria then edited our photos BEAUTIFULLY in under two weeks, which was amazing, and the download/gallery sharing process was easy for us as well as our family members to navigate. Maria also keeps a sweet photography blog where she posts stories about the couples and families she works with, and that shows how she makes an effort to get to know you personally and create an experience unique to you. About two months before the wedding, Maria had us fill out a questionnaire having us rank what types of photos (different family groupings, locations, decorations etc) were most important to us so she would know how to best prioritize her time to ensure we got the shots that mattered the most. On the day of, Maria was prompt, professional, and honestly a calming presence during my pre-wedding jitters! She demonstrated a great talent to look around the space, find a bit of light, and then create perfect photos. She seamlessly was able to direct us into poses and different locations and kept things moving so our overall timeline would go smoothly. In the end, the wedding album we got back was absolutely amazing. Over 600+ individually edited photos, a mix of poses and fantastic candids from the dance floor and speeches that truly captured the essence of our day. If this review has not convinced you to hire Maria as your wedding photographer, please go back to the top and read again!

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  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thank you so much, Jordan! This made me tear up a little :D I'm so glad I got to be a part of your day!
• Andrea Sent on 04/23/2019
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  Absolutely wonderful!

  Maria really captured all of our favorite moments of our wedding and reception. She listened to what was important to us and made sure those things were all included in our photos. We are so thankful to have such wonderful memories perfectly preserved. We will enjoy looking back through our album and seeing the love and happiness from that day.

  Maria really captured all of our favorite moments of our wedding and reception. She listened to what was important to us and made sure those things were all included in our photos. We are so thankful to have such wonderful memories perfectly preserved. We will enjoy looking back through our album and seeing the love and happiness from that day.
• Allie Sent on 09/24/2018
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  Maria does AMAZING work and she is wonderful to work with! Maria shot our engagement portraits and our wedding...we had to reschedule the engagement portraits (NC summer weather is unpredictable) and she was super flexible and accommodating. Then, our wedding fell on the weekend that hurricane Florence came through. Despite the chaos of last-minute guest cancellations, rearranging plans, and dealing with gross weather, Maria never hesitated in going on with the show and shooting absolutely beautiful portraits! She got great candids of us and our guests on the dance floor and throughout the reception, as well. We are so happy with Maria's work and highly recommend her!

  Maria does AMAZING work and she is wonderful to work with! Maria shot our engagement portraits and our wedding...we had to reschedule the engagement portraits (NC summer weather is unpredictable) and she was super flexible and accommodating. Then, our wedding fell on the weekend that hurricane Florence came through. Despite the chaos of last-minute guest cancellations, rearranging plans, and dealing with gross weather, Maria never hesitated in going on with the show and shooting absolutely beautiful portraits! She got great candids of us and our guests on the dance floor and throughout the reception, as well. We are so happy with Maria's work and highly recommend her!

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thanks, Allie!! It was a crazy week, but everything turned out so wonderfully. I'm so glad I could be a part of it!
• Hannah S. Sent on 04/09/2019
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  August Wedding 2018

  Maria is an amazing photographer! She took time to get to know my husband and I beforehand and was so careful to get every detail we wanted captured of our wedding. She is extremely kind and hard working. Our photos were wonderful! She captured some of the best moments!

  Maria is an amazing photographer! She took time to get to know my husband and I beforehand and was so careful to get every detail we wanted captured of our wedding. She is extremely kind and hard working. Our photos were wonderful! She captured some of the best moments!
• Donna Sent on 06/27/2018
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  I absolutely loved working with Maria. My husband and I started to plan for our wedding later than we should have, but Maria was so patient with us and went out of her way to make everything work perfectly! She is so easy to work with and really makes you feel like working with a friend who you can trust. Our pictures turned out so great! I have been obsessed with them! If you choose to work with Maria, you will not be disappointed!

  I absolutely loved working with Maria. My husband and I started to plan for our wedding later than we should have, but Maria was so patient with us and went out of her way to make everything work perfectly! She is so easy to work with and really makes you feel like working with a friend who you can trust. Our pictures turned out so great! I have been obsessed with them! If you choose to work with Maria, you will not be disappointed!
• Abigail Sent on 09/22/2018
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  When we got engaged, the first thing we knew we had to book was Maria Estes Photography! Maria’s professionalism, friendship, and quality is amazing. She did our engagement and wedding photos (which we would 100% recommend - we believe it made the wedding session even easier!) Our wedding day ended up rainy, and yet despite this, our wedding photos are stellar in quality, and her ability to track the best lighting, timing, and opportunities made those photos a treasure for us. Maria has the wonderful people skills necessary to personalize each session, with a keen understanding of the uniqueness of individual personalities and photo shoot preferences. Maria Estes Photography is always 5/5 stars!
  
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  When we got engaged, the first thing we knew we had to book was Maria Estes Photography! Maria’s professionalism, friendship, and quality is amazing. She did our engagement and wedding photos (which we would 100% recommend - we believe it made the wedding session even easier!) Our wedding day ended up rainy, and yet despite this, our wedding photos are stellar in quality, and her ability to track the best lighting, timing, and opportunities made those photos a treasure for us. Maria has the wonderful people skills necessary to personalize each session, with a keen understanding of the uniqueness of individual personalities and photo shoot preferences. Maria Estes Photography is always 5/5 stars!
  
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  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thanks, Abigail and Noah!! It was a great day! =)
• Camille Sent on 04/09/2018
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  Maria was absolutely AMAZING!!! She photographed our March 2018 wedding and we were so happy with how everything turned out. She went above and beyond to make sure she knew what our vision was for photography. She met with us before our big day and answered countless emails and texts. She also created and shared a detailed timeline to make sure we had all pictures we wanted on the timeline that worked for us. The weather on our day was less than ideal (rainy and cloudy) but the pictures still turned out amazing. Maria was super creative and just made it work. We HIGHLY recommend her!

  Maria was absolutely AMAZING!!! She photographed our March 2018 wedding and we were so happy with how everything turned out. She went above and beyond to make sure she knew what our vision was for photography. She met with us before our big day and answered countless emails and texts. She also created and shared a detailed timeline to make sure we had all pictures we wanted on the timeline that worked for us. The weather on our day was less than ideal (rainy and cloudy) but the pictures still turned out amazing. Maria was super creative and just made it work. We HIGHLY recommend her!

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thank you so much for the kind words, Camille!
• J Sent on 04/10/2018
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  Maria did a FANTASTIC job with engagement, bridal, and wedding photos. We are so happy with the pictures. I discovered Maria when she did photos for another friend's wedding, and I'm so thrilled she was available for mine. Thanks for capturing these milestones so beautifully!

  Maria did a FANTASTIC job with engagement, bridal, and wedding photos. We are so happy with the pictures. I discovered Maria when she did photos for another friend's wedding, and I'm so thrilled she was available for mine. Thanks for capturing these milestones so beautifully!

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thank you so much for your kind review. It really was a privilege to work with you guys, and I wish you all the best in your lives together!!
• Jessica Sent on 02/20/2018
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  We loved working with Maria. Neither of us loves to be the center of attention, or to have our photo taken over and over, but we also wanted some beautiful photos to remember our wedding day. Maria was recommended by a friend and we are so grateful to have found her. She somehow made even slightly-embarrassed us look good, not goofy! She was so good to work with- experienced, fast, responsive. Maria has been doing this long enough to have gotten good at it, and she still made us feel special like she was truly excited we were getting married. She even sent us a book about marriage and a gift certificate to go out to dinner a couple months before our wedding, just to encourage us. So sweet! And did I mention, her pictures are spectacular?! She really has an eye for what will be a memorable photo. We did both engagement photos and wedding photos with her, for a very reasonable price. We cannot recommend her highly enough.

  We loved working with Maria. Neither of us loves to be the center of attention, or to have our photo taken over and over, but we also wanted some beautiful photos to remember our wedding day. Maria was recommended by a friend and we are so grateful to have found her. She somehow made even slightly-embarrassed us look good, not goofy! She was so good to work with- experienced, fast, responsive. Maria has been doing this long enough to have gotten good at it, and she still made us feel special like she was truly excited we were getting married. She even sent us a book about marriage and a gift certificate to go out to dinner a couple months before our wedding, just to encourage us. So sweet! And did I mention, her pictures are spectacular?! She really has an eye for what will be a memorable photo. We did both engagement photos and wedding photos with her, for a very reasonable price. We cannot recommend her highly enough.

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  You're so sweet, Jessie. Thank your for the review, and happy two months!!
• Faith Sent on 01/30/2018
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  Maria is a very talented photographer. She did a wonderful job of capturing all the pictures we wanted with enough time left over to take some extra pictures. Everyone felt very comfortable while she was taking the pictures, and it was an enjoyable experience. I know her calm demeanor helped me to relax and have fun while taking the pictures. We did a first look and I almost forgot she was there. She really let us have an intimate moment but also captured some sweet and tender pictures of the moment without us noticing. There was also an event that forced us to relocate our reception venue at the last minute and she was very understanding and flexible with that situation. She wonderfully captured sweet moments between us and between the guests. She got the photos back to us within 3 weeks, and we loved browsing her pictures afterwards. We're very glad that we choose her as our wedding photographer

  Maria is a very talented photographer. She did a wonderful job of capturing all the pictures we wanted with enough time left over to take some extra pictures. Everyone felt very comfortable while she was taking the pictures, and it was an enjoyable experience. I know her calm demeanor helped me to relax and have fun while taking the pictures. We did a first look and I almost forgot she was there. She really let us have an intimate moment but also captured some sweet and tender pictures of the moment without us noticing. There was also an event that forced us to relocate our reception venue at the last minute and she was very understanding and flexible with that situation. She wonderfully captured sweet moments between us and between the guests. She got the photos back to us within 3 weeks, and we loved browsing her pictures afterwards. We're very glad that we choose her as our wedding photographer
• Sarah Sent on 02/10/2018
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  We cannot speak more highly of Maria and the excellent job that she does! All the communication and planning leading up to the wedding was on point! She was well prepared for our big day even though it was snowing! The photos were delivered quickly after the wedding so we didn't have to wait a long time to see them. She gave us some amazing photos that we will always treasure. It's true what they say, the day goes by in a blur. However, with the photos we have, we can relive the magic of our day. Thank you, Maria!

  We cannot speak more highly of Maria and the excellent job that she does! All the communication and planning leading up to the wedding was on point! She was well prepared for our big day even though it was snowing! The photos were delivered quickly after the wedding so we didn't have to wait a long time to see them. She gave us some amazing photos that we will always treasure. It's true what they say, the day goes by in a blur. However, with the photos we have, we can relive the magic of our day. Thank you, Maria!
• Elizabeth Sent on 11/12/2017
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  Maria was so great to work with. Extremely professional. Managed to get amazing pictures. We were a tough crowd. :-). We just received our photos and couldn’t be more pleased. http://mariaestesphoto.com/2017/11/09/cotton-company-wedding-photography-liz-mark/

  Maria was so great to work with. Extremely professional. Managed to get amazing pictures. We were a tough crowd. :-). We just received our photos and couldn’t be more pleased. http://mariaestesphoto.com/2017/11/09/cotton-company-wedding-photography-liz-mark/
• Taylor Sent on 08/22/2017
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  I cannot say enough wonderful things about Maria. Maria has taken graduation, engagement, and wedding pictures for my husband and me and every photo session was phenomenal. If you're looking for someone who's easy to work with, extremely reasonably priced, and artistic, Maria is your photographer. She has a gift for personalizing photos to each of her clients. She works hard to get to know the couple before deciding what type of photos she'll take. We love Maria!

  I cannot say enough wonderful things about Maria. Maria has taken graduation, engagement, and wedding pictures for my husband and me and every photo session was phenomenal. If you're looking for someone who's easy to work with, extremely reasonably priced, and artistic, Maria is your photographer. She has a gift for personalizing photos to each of her clients. She works hard to get to know the couple before deciding what type of photos she'll take. We love Maria!

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thank you so much for the kind words, Taylor! You guys made every session FUN! =)
• Erin Sent on 06/06/2017
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  Maria is worth 5 stars across the board! First of all, she was extremely patient and flexible with our scheduling and travel situation, which was a HUGE blessing. She made us feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, which definitely came across in the finished product. Maria has an eye for light and for people's stories; we really felt she captured our relationship and the special moments of our wedding day well in both engagement and wedding photos. Also I wish I could post a photo here because I received the most beautiful little wooden flash drive in the mail today with our photos on it! Very professional and thoughtful. On top of all that, Maria really is a very kind, talented, down to earth person...and a very trustworthy photographer!

  Maria is worth 5 stars across the board! First of all, she was extremely patient and flexible with our scheduling and travel situation, which was a HUGE blessing. She made us feel comfortable and relaxed in front of the camera, which definitely came across in the finished product. Maria has an eye for light and for people's stories; we really felt she captured our relationship and the special moments of our wedding day well in both engagement and wedding photos. Also I wish I could post a photo here because I received the most beautiful little wooden flash drive in the mail today with our photos on it! Very professional and thoughtful. On top of all that, Maria really is a very kind, talented, down to earth person...and a very trustworthy photographer!
• Amanda Sent on 09/01/2017
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  Maria was SO patient with us! We were really nervous about getting our photos taken, so we had engagement photos done. They turned out SO perfectly! It really captured who we are. And she could not have made us feel more comfortable on our wedding day. So chill! I could not have asked for more! I would recommend Maria a thousand times over.

  Maria was SO patient with us! We were really nervous about getting our photos taken, so we had engagement photos done. They turned out SO perfectly! It really captured who we are. And she could not have made us feel more comfortable on our wedding day. So chill! I could not have asked for more! I would recommend Maria a thousand times over.
• Eileen Sent on 02/17/2017
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  We both liked Maria from the time we met her. Her photos were exceptional, catching many memorable moments. She was very professional and accommodating. Best of all, she wasn't pushy like most other photographers, allowing us to spend equal time with our guests and loved ones. We felt that the pricing for her service was very fair. If we have another momentous occasion, we would not hesitate using Maria again.

  We both liked Maria from the time we met her. Her photos were exceptional, catching many memorable moments. She was very professional and accommodating. Best of all, she wasn't pushy like most other photographers, allowing us to spend equal time with our guests and loved ones. We felt that the pricing for her service was very fair. If we have another momentous occasion, we would not hesitate using Maria again.

  Maria Estes Photography's reply:

  Thank you for the kind words, Eileen! It was a pleasure to be a part of your wedding day =)
• Mary Sent on 02/24/2017
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  Maria was so sweet and professional! She was always responsive and helpful. She always took my opinion on what I wanted my photos to look like and gave suggestions when I was unsure. She made me feel like she cared about us as a couple and not just as her clients. I would recommend her without reservation! I'd love to use her services for future family portraits as well.

  Maria was so sweet and professional! She was always responsive and helpful. She always took my opinion on what I wanted my photos to look like and gave suggestions when I was unsure. She made me feel like she cared about us as a couple and not just as her clients. I would recommend her without reservation! I'd love to use her services for future family portraits as well.
• Victoria Sent on 02/16/2017
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  Maria is the best! She is incredibly organized and detail-oriented, which makes the day go off without a hitch, while ensuring you get your photos. She is so much fun to work with, and is such an amazing photographer. Thanks, Maria!!

  Maria is the best! She is incredibly organized and detail-oriented, which makes the day go off without a hitch, while ensuring you get your photos. She is so much fun to work with, and is such an amazing photographer. Thanks, Maria!!
• Meredith Sent on 11/28/2016
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  Maria was great, and we are thrilled we hired her! She was responsive, accommodating, patient, and dedicated to making sure we got the pictures that were important to us. Our wedding day ended up being cold and windy and she rolled with the punches in a way that we really appreciated - she definitely didn't let the rough weather keep her from getting all the pictures we wanted to have (and she did a great job of moving quickly to keep people from being in the cold for longer than necessary!). She was quick getting the final photos back to us (about 5 weeks), and they look BEAUTIFUL - Maria really has an eye for light, positioning, and capturing tender moments. As we looked through the pictures, we kept remarking that we had no idea she got many of the shots she did - she was so great about capturing shots without being intrusive or changing a moment. Maria did a great job making us feel comfortable and at ease, which is what we were most anxious about - she is so calm and approachable, and it makes the entire experience of being photographed feel easy. Maria is thoughtful, committed, and sincerely enthusiastic about the love she is capturing on a wedding day - we could tell that she took her job seriously and was sympathetic to us really wanting to have great pictures of such an important event.

  Maria was great, and we are thrilled we hired her! She was responsive, accommodating, patient, and dedicated to making sure we got the pictures that were important to us. Our wedding day ended up being cold and windy and she rolled with the punches in a way that we really appreciated - she definitely didn't let the rough weather keep her from getting all the pictures we wanted to have (and she did a great job of moving quickly to keep people from being in the cold for longer than necessary!). She was quick getting the final photos back to us (about 5 weeks), and they look BEAUTIFUL - Maria really has an eye for light, positioning, and capturing tender moments. As we looked through the pictures, we kept remarking that we had no idea she got many of the shots she did - she was so great about capturing shots without being intrusive or changing a moment. Maria did a great job making us feel comfortable and at ease, which is what we were most anxious about - she is so calm and approachable, and it makes the entire experience of being photographed feel easy. Maria is thoughtful, committed, and sincerely enthusiastic about the love she is capturing on a wedding day - we could tell that she took her job seriously and was sympathetic to us really wanting to have great pictures of such an important event.
• Marissa Sent on 02/17/2017
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  Maria was amazing through the whole process of planning. She was helpful and supportive. I would choose her again any day.

  Maria was amazing through the whole process of planning. She was helpful and supportive. I would choose her again any day.
• Lauren Sent on 02/16/2017
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  I would encourage anyone to book Maria as their photographer! She was incredibly professional in how she engaged with my parents and I as well as the wedding party and took some incredible photos! She also was just a joy to have around. We are very grateful we chose Maria to be our wedding photographer!

  I would encourage anyone to book Maria as their photographer! She was incredibly professional in how she engaged with my parents and I as well as the wedding party and took some incredible photos! She also was just a joy to have around. We are very grateful we chose Maria to be our wedding photographer!

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