"There is only one happiness in life, to love and to be loved."
—George Sand
Hello! I am Maria. I AM LOCATED ON THE PRETTY NORTH SHORE OF LONG ISLAND- NY IN ROCKY POINT AND ABSOLUTELY LOVE LIVING HERE. Its such an honor that you are considering us to document such a special day in your lives- the day you officially say I do. thank you!
At age 4, I fell in love with LOVE when my Mom introduced me to the book Cinderella. I fell in love with her & her Prince, the pretty details and all things romance. Sifting through my mom's photo books was something I did often.-
My fascination inspired her to purchase my first Polaroid for my 9th birthday! Countless synchronicities led me here. A visionary friend who deeply believed in me, my passion for the magic of love & of course my beautiful daughters. As. little girls, they were terrified of anyone besides me holding a camera. This was a major catalyst that fueled my career in photography. I am immensely grateful for each one.
Flash forward to 2006- I attended Briarcliffe College to study Commercial Photography, Art & Media. Upon graduation, my heart led me to document love & weddings. It's been quite the ride & I feel very blessed to have shot over 1k weddings thus far. I am privileged that I get to capture love for a living. When I was little I wished to go to lots of weddings- proof that wishes do come true!
When I'm not behind the lens, you can find me: spending time with those I love most, playfully singing to my favorite tunes & hiking in nature soaking up the sun. Spirituality, the mystical & magical, soul mate love & destiny are my other obsessions at the moment. Practices like yoga keep me grounded, present & at my most creative.
"I love you not only for what you are, but for what I am when I am with you. I love you not only for what you had made of yourself, but for what you are making of me. I love you for the part of me that you bring out."
—Elizabeth Barrett Browning
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