A Love Story by the Shore | Caitlin and Mike’s Memorial Day Beach Wedding Jersey Shore Beach Wedding. Some stories come full circle magically. Caitlin and Mike’s wedding was just that—a beautiful chapter that began long ago when I first met Caitlin and her two children during one of my Christmas mini-sessions in Pennsylvania. Over […]
Spring wedding at the Jersey Shore | Asbury and Long Branch | Kelcie and Tim Asbury spring wedding. Kelcie and Tim’s wedding day was a dream come true, filled with love, laughter, and breathtaking scenery! Their wedding on April 28, 2024, began at the beautiful Asbury Hotel, where the day kicked off with getting-ready photos […]
Erin & Thomas’ Engagement Session at Batsto Historic Village Batsto Spring Engagement. Erin and Thomas’ engagement session was a beautiful celebration of love. Their session was set against the vibrant backdrop of spring at Batsto Historic Village. April was the perfect month for this shoot. The blooming trees and budding greenery added a natural charm […]
Spring Wedding at Running Deer Golf Club | South Jersey Spring wedding | Lori and Wes Running Deer Spring Wedding. Lori and Wes embarked on a journey of love and celebration as they tied the knot on March 9th at the enchanting Running Deer Golf Club in Pittsgrove, NJ. Nestled amidst scenic beauty, this venue […]
Fall Long Beach Island Wedding | Brant Beach Yacht Club Wedding | Maureen and Ray LBI NJ Fall Wedding. Last November marked a memorable occasion as I had the pleasure of photographing a stunning wedding in LBI, New Jersey. Maureen and Ray exchanged vows on the picturesque beach near the Brant Beach Yacht Club in […]
Reflecting on a Year of Love | A 2023 Wedding Recap | Memories by Maria Photography 2023 South Jersey Weddings. 2023 brought forth a whirlwind of beautiful romantic weddings but also presented some of the most challenging weather conditions. Each Saturday seemed to dawn with rainy clouds, testing patience and creativity in capturing the planned […]
Fall Engagement Session | Mercer County Park | Danielle and Rob’s love story Mercer County Engagement Session. Last October, I had the pleasure of meeting Danielle and Rob at their favorite park for their engagement session. The fall day was absolutely stunning, and we began our adventure on a charming bridge, capturing their love in […]
Smithville Fall Engagement Session | Bryana and Joe’s Fall Engagement Session | Historic Smithville Village Smithville Fall Engagement Session. In October, amidst the charming ambiance of the historic village in Smithville, NJ, I had the pleasure of meeting Bryana and Joe for their engagement session. With its cobblestone streets and rustic charm, this quaint village […]
Golden Moments and Weather Surprises | Beach Sessions 2023 Highlights South Jersey Beach Sessions. In 2023, I had the pleasure of embarking on over 150 beach sessions along the picturesque Jersey shore. From April to November, my days were filled with capturing the enchanting golden hour in the morning and evening. There were even occasions […]
Fall Beach Wedding | ICONA Windrift Wedding | Lauren and Zach ICONA Windrift Beach Wedding. The ICONA Windrift is a beautiful venue for weddings along the South Jersey shore. Lauren and Zach’s wedding in October at the Icona Windrift in Avalon was a dream to photograph. They were married on Friday, October 13th, a lucky […]
