Storytelling
For the authentic & down to earth
Life moves fast, and I'm here to capture those moments, whether it's your dreamy wedding day, family portraits, or any other cherished memories you hold dear. Every moment is unique and deserves to be celebrated, and I'm dedicated to ensuring you have an incredible experience while delivering a gallery that truly reflects who you are. With a focus on unique, nostalgic portraits and
crisp, authentic brand photography, I promise to provide you with high-quality images that tell your story. As a photographer based in Central and Northcentral Wisconsin, I'm excited to bring your vision to life. Whether we are adventuring around the forest, in the comfort of your home, or in any other location that speaks to you, let's capture some magic together!
I am a photographer based in Merrill Wisconsin but i am willing to travel Anywhere to tell your story!
Weddings
Elopements
Couples
Seniors
Brands
Families
What i photograph
here to photograph all those perfectly imperfect moments, and every little detail, laugh, and smile in between.
No two people, sessions, or memories are the same, and I will do my best to capture you in the most genuine way possible. I pride myself on making every session and life event true to who you are. My promise to you is that your gallery will consist of all the best moments and memories captured in a raw, real, and cinematic way. If you are looking for dreamy, storytelling, and authentic photos, then you’re on the right website! Take a scroll to see some of the work that I've done.
for the authentic
& the down to earth.
Cinematic photography is about capturing the essence of your story. I see myself as a storyteller, carefully setting the scene to illustrate your unique moments. From candid laughter to tender embraces, every click of the shutter reveals a piece of your journey. My passion for photography goes beyond just taking pictures; it's about creating art that resonates with emotions and memories. I’m excited that you’re here to explore my work! Can't wait to hear from you:)
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I’m your Wausau Photographer, specializing in unique photos. Merrill Photographer capturing every moment. As a Merrill senior photographer, I tell your story through creative photography. I’m a Midwest photographer and travel photographer. Searching for an elopement photographer near me? You’ve found one! My Merrill wedding photos feature nostalgic photography. Enjoy poetic imagery from your Wausau Couples Photographer. I’m a Wausau Wedding Photographer ready for your big day. Experience the artistry of a Wausau Senior Photographer. As your Wausau Family Photographer, I cherish your family’s joy. Photographer Near me dedicated to your memories. Explore Wisconsin Photography with a personal touch. I’m your Wisconsin Photographer, specializing in cinematic photography. Looking for a documentary photographer? I’m here for you! Wedding Photographer Wausau creating beautiful stories. Trust your elopement photographer to capture every detail.
Wausau Photographer capturing memories. Merrill Photographer for every occasion. I specialize in creative photography and unique photos. Your Merrill senior photographer dedicated to your story. Midwest photographer with a passion for travel photography. I'm an elopement photographer near me. Creating stunning Merrill wedding photos filled with nostalgic photography. Poetic imagery brought to life by a Wausau Couples Photographer. Wausau Wedding Photographer at your service, ready for your special day. Wausau Senior Photographer capturing unforgettable moments. Wausau Family Photographer focused on your family's joy. Looking for a Photographer Near me? I'm here to help. Wisconsin Photography that tells your story. Wisconsin Photographer dedicated to cinematic excellence. Your Documentary Photographer for every chapter. Wedding Photographer Wausau creating lasting memories. Elopement photographer capturing your love story. Let’s make magic together through photography.
I’m your Wausau Photographer, specializing in unique photos. Merrill Photographer capturing every moment. As a Merrill senior photographer, I tell your story through creative photography. I’m a Midwest photographer and travel photographer. Searching for an elopement photographer near me? You’ve found one! My Merrill wedding photos feature nostalgic photography. Enjoy poetic imagery from your Wausau Couples Photographer. I’m a Wausau Wedding Photographer ready for your big day. Experience the artistry of a Wausau Senior Photographer. As your Wausau Family Photographer, I cherish your family’s joy. Photographer Near me dedicated to your memories. Explore Wisconsin Photography with a personal touch. I’m your Wisconsin Photographer, specializing in cinematic photography. Looking for a documentary photographer? I’m here for you! Wedding Photographer Wausau creating beautiful stories. Trust your elopement photographer to capture every detail.
Experience the artistry of a Wausau Senior Photographer. As your Wausau Family Photographer, I cherish your family’s joy. Photographer Near me dedicated to your memories. Explore Wisconsin Photography with a personal touch. I’m your Wisconsin Photographer, specializing in cinematic photography. Looking for a documentary photographer? I’m here for you! Wedding Photographer Wausau creating beautiful stories. Trust your elopement photographer to capture every detail.
The girl behind the camera
My name is Mariah. I am a photographer based in Wausau, Wisconsin. If you’re looking for dreamy, documentary style photos, you should probably stay awhile!!
Best at
Creating a calm and safe space for you to simply be and turning your love or life into art
What to expect
You will quickly learned that laid back, go with the flow sessions are my style. I am a very chill person and love to create a no pressure, low stress environment. This allows for your personality to shine through in front of the camera! We will mix all the momvement based documentary vibes and moody editorial poses so I can deliver a variety of images in your gallery.
Weddings & Elopement Pricing
Your wedding day is filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable moments. I aim to capture every detail, from the first look to the last dance, ensuring that each photograph reflects the joy and excitement of your special day. My approach combines artistry and authenticity, allowing your unique story to unfold naturally through my lens. Together, we’ll create a stunning visual narrative that you can cherish for years to come.
Elopements are just as beautiful, celebrating love in its purest form. Whether you’re exchanging vows on a mountaintop or in a quiet garden, I’m dedicated to capturing the intimacy and beauty of your unique adventure. With a focus on the genuine connection between you two, I create imagery that reflects the essence of your commitment. Let’s work together to immortalize your love story in a way that’s as special and unique as your journey together.
SEE PACKAGES BELOW
INCLUDES
-6 hours of coverage
-280+ professionally edited digital images
-Sneak peeks within 24 hours
-Online gallery delivered within 4-6 weeks
-Posing and prompting to keep you comfortable in front of the camera
-Planning document
-Timeline creation assistance
$1900
If you book a wedding package with me, you get 50% off an engagement session!
TRAVEL FEES
If a session, wedding, or elopement is beyond 30 miles of Merrill, Wisconsin, please include that on your inquiry form. I will get you a custom travel fee quote in addition to the session cost.
Portrait Pricing | Couples, Seniors, Families
Two hours
150+ images, unlimited outfit changes, up to 4 locations
$550
Hour and a Half
100+ images, up to 3 outfit changes, up to 3 locations
$425
Full hour
70+ images, up to 2 outfit changes, up to 2 locations
$300
All sessions will receive a detailed planning and location guide after booking with access to many hidden gem spots! Easily downloadable online gallery is returned within 1-2 weeks.
If you are looking for brand photos, please inquire and I can get you a quote!
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I cannot recommend Mariah enough if you are looking to get professional photos taken. Mariah takes the time to get to know you and what you’re looking for in your photos and will nail the aesthetic desired on the head. She made my dreams come true and I seriously can’t stop gushing over the results. Mariah is very thorough in her work, and talks you through the whole process making it clear what she wants from you and what you can expect from her. Being in front of a camera can be a little nerve wracking but Mariah gave us great guidance and kept the session upbeat and so fun! Her work speaks for itself, but if you’re looking for someone who listens to you, easy/fun to work with, and gives clear expectations then look no further than Mariah (ML Creative)!
-Izzy P
Frequently Asked
When will our photos be ready?
For elopements and weddings, you will receive your full digital and easily downloadable gallery within 4-6 weeks. For other portrait sessions such as seniors or couples, you will get it within 2 weeks!!
How many photos will we receive?
It depends on how long the session or my coverage is! General rule of thumb is a minimum of 70 photos per hour. So for example if I am doing 6 hours of elopement coverage, it would be 420+ photos!
Do you send planning resources?
YES! I am such a planner and want to help you as much as I can with planning your session, wedding, or elopement. For couples and senior sessions I send a 20 page planning guide with outfit ideas, location ideas, and more. For weddings and elopements, I will send an in depth document with sample timelines, tips, and other helpful information!
Will you photoshop us or re edit?
A big part of my style is capturing things how they are in that moment and curating a collection of images that truly represents the essence of your day. So beyond removing a few blemishes here and there, I do not photoshop or re edit any photos after the final gallery is delivered. I also do not provide raw images.
What are your travel fees?
If the travel is under 2 hours away from my home in Merrill Wisconsin, I will send a small custom travel quote to cover mileage. Longer travel such as flying or road trips will have a travel fee built into the pricing. So it really depends on how far the session is! I will send my pricing for travel sessions or weddings after you inquire and I know what your needs are/where you want them to take place :)
If you read the about me section on my website, you’ll know that I LOVE to write. Most nights, you’ll find me on my laptop either editing photos or working on my novel. I’m a storyteller at heart, and that’s why I find so much beauty in photography. It’s storytelling from a different perspective—it’s visual, not just words on paper. I am focused on telling YOUR unique story through documentary-style photography, allowing room for you to exist as you are. I’ll guide you through the shoot with prompts that give you space to act authentically, whether you're an individual, couple, or family.
Every person, couple, family, brand—you name it—has a story to tell. Let’s capture that beautiful side of you, together!
Wausau Photographer capturing memories. Merrill Photographer for every occasion. I specialize in creative photography and unique photos. Your Merrill senior photographer dedicated to your story. Midwest photographer with a passion for travel photography. I'm an elopement photographer near me. Creating stunning Merrill wedding photos filled with nostalgic photography. Poetic imagery brought to life by a Wausau Couples Photographer. Wausau Wedding Photographer at your service, ready for your special day. Wausau Senior Photographer capturing unforgettable moments. Wausau Family Photographer focused on your family's joy. Looking for a Photographer Near me? I'm here to help. Wisconsin Photography that tells your story. Wisconsin Photographer dedicated to cinematic excellence. Your Documentary Photographer for every chapter. Wedding Photographer Wausau creating lasting memories. Elopement photographer capturing your love story. Let’s make magic together through photography.
I’m your Wausau Photographer, specializing in unique photos. Merrill Photographer capturing every moment. As a Merrill senior photographer, I tell your story through creative photography. I’m a Midwest photographer and travel photographer. Searching for an elopement photographer near me? You’ve found one! My Merrill wedding photos feature nostalgic photography. Enjoy poetic imagery from your Wausau Couples Photographer. I’m a Wausau Wedding Photographer ready for your big day. Experience the artistry of a Wausau Senior Photographer. As your Wausau Family Photographer, I cherish your family’s joy. Photographer Near me dedicated to your memories. Explore Wisconsin Photography with a personal touch. I’m your Wisconsin Photographer, specializing in cinematic photography. Looking for a documentary photographer? I’m here for you! Wedding Photographer Wausau creating beautiful stories. Trust your elopement photographer to capture every detail.
Wausau Photographer capturing memories. Merrill Photographer for every occasion. I specialize in creative photography and unique photos. Your Merrill senior photographer dedicated to your story. Midwest photographer with a passion for travel photography. I'm an elopement photographer near me. Creating stunning Merrill wedding photos filled with nostalgic photography. Poetic imagery brought to life by a Wausau Couples Photographer. Wausau Wedding Photographer at your service, ready for your special day. Wausau Senior Photographer capturing unforgettable moments. Wausau Family Photographer focused on your family's joy. Looking for a Photographer Near me? I'm here to help. Wisconsin Photography that tells your story. Wisconsin Photographer dedicated to cinematic excellence. Your Documentary Photographer for every chapter. Wedding Photographer Wausau creating lasting memories. Elopement photographer capturing your love story. Let’s make magic together through photography.
I’m your Wausau Photographer, specializing in unique photos. Merrill Photographer capturing every moment. As a Merrill senior photographer, I tell your story through creative photography. I’m a Midwest photographer and travel photographer. Searching for an elopement photographer near me? You’ve found one! My Merrill wedding photos feature nostalgic photography. Enjoy poetic imagery from your Wausau Couples Photographer. I’m a Wausau Wedding Photographer ready for your big day. Experience the artistry of a Wausau Senior Photographer. As your Wausau Family Photographer, I cherish your family’s joy. Photographer Near me dedicated to your memories. Explore Wisconsin Photography with a personal touch. I’m your Wisconsin Photographer, specializing in cinematic photography. Looking for a documentary photographer? I’m here for you! Wedding Photographer Wausau creating beautiful stories. Trust your elopement photographer to capture every detail.
