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Four sessions, four ways of telling your story — browse the full gallery for each.
Honest moments | Real connection | Timeless memories.
Four sessions, four ways of telling your story — browse the full gallery for each.
Dannah & Seth
"I don't direct moments — I wait for them, and I keep them exactly as they happened."
I'm Mariana, a wedding and family photographer based in Charlotte, North Carolina. My approach stays close to real life: soft, natural light, unposed laughter, the small gestures that get forgotten if no one is there to notice them.
Every session is built around your day as it actually unfolds — whether that's a full wedding timeline, a quiet love story session, or an afternoon with your family outdoors. I travel for sessions and weddings beyond Charlotte on request.
Every package includes a full edited gallery, delivered online. Extra hours, studio rental, and travel are quoted separately.
A $150 deposit is required to reserve your wedding date; studio rental is additional and confirmed at booking. A $50 deposit is required to reserve a portrait or family session; studio rental, travel fees, and add-ons are confirmed at booking.
Brigette & Chris
A few notes from couples and families I've had the pleasure of photographing. Sample copy — swap in your own client reviews.
“Mariana, I can’t thank you enough for doing a fantastic job on our renewal!! You really let us be present and didn’t feel obtrusive at ALL! There were moments you captured that I didn’t even notice you were there! Which is truly a testament to how great you are! I literally have no notes! I think the colors and editing is great! Thank you from the bottom of my heart for capturing our day. I think I can speak for both Chris and I when I say that we absolutely loved working with you, and it shows through this work! Thank you again!!!”
Brigette & Chris Wedding
“Mariana made our whole family relax in front of the camera, even our toddler. We got real laughter instead of stiff, posed smiles.”
The Alvarez Family Family Session
“Calm, warm, and completely unobtrusive. I forgot the camera was even there, which is exactly why the photos feel so genuine.”
Lory S. Maternity
Destiny & Kyle
