Candid Moments
Documenting romantic and joyful moments in the most dreamy natural light.
Whether you just got engaged in downtown Chicago after a romantic dinner at Maple and Ash, eloping to a dreamy exotic location, needing family portraits after your proposal on Chicago’s North Avenue Beach, celebrating your one-year wedding anniversary with your husband, or expecting your first child, you came to the right place!
Chicago + Western Suburb Wedding Photographer
for couples who want to be fully present on their wedding day
You deserve more than stiff poses and a rushed timeline.
I’m here to help you slow down, soak it in, and actually feel your day—while I document it honestly and beautifully.
Now booking final 2026 dates
Hey there!
I’m Marissa,
A mom, wife, and Chicago photographer, and believer that LOVE IS LOVE. (she/her pronouns). I have had a camera in my hand since I was 13 and haven’t put it down since.
If I am not working you can usually find me adventuring around the any downtown city, taking our daughters to Disney or New York City, getting on a good camping trip, or humming along to a musical.
We are from the Chicagoland area in Illinois. We came back to the Chicago Suburbs 4 years ago after being away for 6 years. It is great to be back in the state where I grew up. I serve Chicago, the Western Suburbs, Rockford and am always up for a traveling adventure to capture a memory for you. PS I am also ordained if you need that service too.
Serving Chicago + surrounding areas
SINCE 2011
CELEBRATING JOYFUL,
AUTHENTIC &
ENDURING LOVE
Signature Galleries
NATURAl, FUN, ANd COMPLETE WITH LAUGHTER (SOMETIMES A LOT OF LAUGHTER)
I’m the photographer you’ve been looking for! I believe that love is love, no story is too small to tell and most of all kindness is my jam!
My documentary approach to photography will give you images that capture the moment, the honesty, and all of the amazing times surrounding your wedding or photography session.
The Experience
What it’s like to work together: You’ll feel at ease (even if you think you’re awkward) Guidance without pressure A timeline that flows—not rushed Images that feel like you, not a Pinterest copy Most couples say: “I didn’t realize how much I’d rely on my photographer—and I’m so glad it was you.”
