Maria Love Photography

Aloha & welcome- I'm Maria Love and so happy you're here!

Artist | Dreamer | believer of the power of love is the most powerful force in the universe. 

I live on the pretty north shore of Long Island in the heart of Rocky Point. I've been documenting love since 2008, but truthfully, I've been romanticizing life since about age 4. Cinderella first sparked the magic, and not long after my childhood obsession with my Polarioid camera began. 

Across Long Island and beyond- one of my favorite things to do is document wildly beautiful one-of-a-kind love stories of two souls meant to be. Our approach is simple, we treat your wedding like sacred art- with the same love and devotion we would want for our own.  

We vow to photograph each celebration of love and commitment as if it were our own with love, joy and reverence. Capturing all those in between moments you will want to remember forever- the candid, laughter, the emotional, the beautifully imperfect, and everything that makes your day uniquely yours that matter the most. 

Lets co-create something beautiful and timeless together.  

I fell in love with LOVE when my Mom first introduced me to the story of Cinderella. I was instantly enchanted by the romance & magnetic pull between Cinderella & her Prince. But it wasn't just the fairytales that captivated me- it was the real life memories too.  I would spend countless mornings studying my Mom's photo albums, mesmerized by how each image told of a moment in time filled with emotion & meaning frozen in time. I loved how a picture can transport you back in time. 

Over 1,000 love stories later, I still feel the same awe each time I’m invited to witness and document a couple’s sacred beginning. 

Your wedding deserves to be documented with intention, artistry, and authentic storytelling.
If that aligns with what you’re looking for, I would be honored to work together.

A trail of synchroncities brought me here- a visionary friend who saw something in me before I did, a deep passion for connection, and most of all my beautiful daughters. My daughters wouldn’t let anyone else capture their moments, so I invested in my first professional camera and decided to teach myself. The excitement to create and preserve their memories was inspiring.

After studying Commercial Photography, Art & Media in 2008 at Briarcliffe College, I found myself pulled into the world of weddings- and I never looked back. To me this work isn't about staged moments or stiff poses- it's about capturing the authenticity & honoring your unique connection and documenting your story in a way that feels true to you- playful, emotional, soulful, fun and everything in between.

Alyssa– Second Shooter
As a second shooter, I capture the candid moments, details, and artistic shots that tell each couple’s unique story. Outside of weddings, I’m pursuing cosmetology to expand my passion for beauty and help others feel their best.

Josilyn– Videographer
I specialize in wedding videography, creating timeless films that highlight the emotion and movement of the day. When I’m not filming, I’m a lash technician, enhancing beauty with an eye for detail.

Together, we bring our love for artistry and beauty into every wedding we capture, making sure each couple’s memories are preserved for a lifetime.

For your convenience, our frequently asked questions are available on our website. 

www.marialovephotography.com

So many things light me up that it truly is quite the challenge to sum them up in a nutshell.  In no order of importance- you can find me most days soaking in the sunshine, spending time with my daughters, sipping on cacao as I create, design and edit. Having deep convos with those I feel most connected to, a great workout or hiking- are all just a few of my very favorite things.