presence over perfection, forever and always.
Effortless,
Genuine,
and nostalgic.
photos that feel
hey friend,
I’m MARIAH,
YOUR WISCONSIN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER
I’m a digital and film wedding photographer based in Madison, WI who welcomes travel worldwide.
As someone who values genuine connection, I have a natural eye for capturing meaningful moments. My style blends documentary and editorial approaches, focusing on real experiences to create timeless imagery that goes far beyond fleeting trends or perfectly posed photographs.
Photographer, storyteller, creative, dreamer, and timeless romantic.
Mariah is beyond talented at what she does.
she puts her whole heart into it.
- sarah and danE | 2023 Wisconsin wedding couple
featured work
elegant madison club wedding
A timeless celebration at The Madison Club, where elegance meets intimacy. This stunning venue creates the perfect backdrop for a wedding day filled with love, joy, and unforgettable moments shared with loved ones.
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VILLA TERRACE WEDDING
Stunning gardens and Italian Renaissance charm make Villa Terrace the perfect romantic backdrop for unforgettable wedding moments.
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santa barbara wedding
Nestled in Santa Barbara, Dos Pueblos Orchid Farm provides a lush, tropical backdrop for Emily and Patrick’s unforgettable wedding day, creating an intimate and stunning celebration.
client love For a Wisconsin Wedding Photographer
"Mariah captured the authenticity, emotion, and love between us."
"We could not be more in love with our wedding photos. We both noted that taking pictures was effortless, we never got tired of being in front of the camera because Mariah made the experience as comfortable, genuine, free-flowing, and "in-the-moment" as possible. Our time doing couples photos was one of our favorite parts of wedding day because we just got to enjoy the little moments between the two of us while Mariah captured that authenticity, emotion, and love between us. We feel those same emotions coming through as we look at our wedding photography, which is so special to us - and a true testament to the talent, skill, and beauty of Mariah's work!"
- sabrina & quinn
"Mariah truly understood who we were as a couple."
We feel like we hit the jackpot having Mariah as our wedding photographer for our wedding journey. She helped make us feel so comfortable, celebrated, and cared throughout our day. Mariah truly understood and captured who we were as a couple and what our day was all about.
- megan & brady
"The day would not have been the same without Mariah."
The amount of people we have had reach out to us about how beautiful and perfect our wedding photos are is insane. We are truly beyond grateful for Mariah and all that she did for us. Mariah made everything so easy and fun, and also was so calming and yet made us excited at the same time! The day would not have been the same without Mariah.
- sarah & dane
"Working with Mariah was a dream come true."
Working with Mariah for our wedding was a dream come true. I truly appreciated her talent and attention to details. She genuinely was interested in getting to know me and my husband before our wedding and honestly fit right into the wedding with the guests. I feel so happy and have absolutely no regrets on choosing Mariah. I would recommend her, and already have, to any and all of my friends and family. I am itching for the chance to work with Mariah again, and I am truly overjoyed on how beautifully our wedding was captured.
- stephanie & francisco
"She is truly the best there is."
My husband and I cannot recommend Mariah enough!! Not only is she an incredibly talented wedding photographer, but she genuinely cares about her clients and was there to help with any planning questions, ideas and tips throughout the wedding process. Her attention to detail and ability to capture emotions in her photographs is unmatched. She went above and beyond to capture our real wedding moments, and taking photos with her feels effortless and so much fun. We got so many gorgeous wedding photos back and love every single one! Do not hesitate to hire Mariah for all your photography needs! She is truly the best there is.
- hayley & john
"She genuinely cares about each of her clients and their unique story.
Amazing person + amazing photographer!! Mariah is SO talented & so fantastic to work with. We loved having her shoot our wedding in September. You can tell she genuinely cares about each of her clients and their unique story-- and we weren't just another number to her. We are so incredibly happy with our wedding images and we will cherish them forever. Would 100% recommend Mariah to a friend and other brides. I will absolutely be reaching out to her again for any future photography needs.
- morgan & evan
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YOUR LOVE SHOULD BE DOCUMENTED IN A WAY THAT FEELS LIKE YOU.
My work as a Wisconsin wedding photographer is grounded in documenting your story exactly as it is and creating sentimental memories that you can look back on and yearn for years to come. Whether you’re planning a Wisconsin wedding or a destination celebration, your story deserves to be told beautifully and authentically.