along the road

We spent the day out at the lake this summer and as we were driving back home the sun was so softly setting. It was warm and beautiful and perfect. It was the type of light that excites me and the type of light that would make me put down a bar of dark chocolate to go out and shoot in it. I had intentions on making a stop to snap some photos of the kids but as I turned around to look behind me I saw two very exhausted and heavily sleeping little ones. I was a little sad at a missed opportunity but now that I look back I am really grateful that I was able to capture these instead.






These photographs are of two very special people. My in-laws. I feel a little wrong even calling them that. I really do feel that they are Mom and Dad to me as well. We love you guys.

(fujipro 400h/35mm)

Shawn + Sara

A perfect August afternoon filled with love and family. We love you guys! xoxo.











The Skilnick Family

With every season brings new growth, new memories to look back on. As I photographed this family I could feel fall coming to an end. The wind that kissed our cheeks and shook our hair was so cold. My hands were a little numb, their noses a little red. It is only now that I remembering how truly cold it was because as I captured their free spirits and little whispers I felt not the gusts of wind nor the shivers and chills, but I felt their love. It is so undeniable. Thank you Skilnick Family for showing me all that is true.











(film + digital)

An Autumn Day

Sometimes when life feels crazy and overwhelming and busy day after day, you have to take time. Time to realize that beautiful moments are happening all around you. Emery and Aidan, thank you my sweet children for filling my life with these beautiful memories.








(fuji film)

The Hryszko Family

I love this family! I can’t say it enough. The boys are so sweet and funny and ridiculously adorable and sport the longest lashes I’ve ever seen. Rob and Melissa are the most perfect pair – in every way. And all together, they are playful and free and loving and open.

Thank you so much Hryszko family for having me photograph you again. I am so grateful for all the love and endless support you have shown me through the years. It really does mean so much to me! Love, Maria.














(film + digital)

Also, Alisha + Steve’s Wedding was featured here today.



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