A photographer captivated by light—sunlight dancing on stone walls, the golden hours in expansive fields, and the gentle illumination of city windows just before nightfall.

Grounded in the gentle beauty of the countryside and influenced by the architecture and charm of small towns, my art exists at the crossroads of emotion and grace. I aim to capture not only what is visible but also what resonates within you—those transient, genuine moments that frequently escape notice until they are captured in a frame.


Welcome, I'm Marissa

Whether we’re strolling through the streets of your hometown or standing barefoot in a nearby lake, I engage in every session with mindfulness, tranquility, and purpose. I value gentle guidance over rigid posing, natural movement over flawlessness, and careful edits that maintain the essence of the moment.

Each gallery I provide is designed not only for the present but for the future—for the time you might forget how your partner gazed at you in the midst of laughter, or how your child's hand perfectly nestled in yours.

A considerate method for enduring narratives

BOLD Contrast

color & Texture

my inspiration / my inspiration / my inspiration

Do you have a story to share? I would be delighted to listen. Let us start with a brief note.

And everywhere in between

midwest to worldwide