CHICAGO & DESTINATION WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Authentic, Personal, Effortless, And All About You.

Our goal is to make sure that we are capturing your wedding day for everything that it is and nothing less than that. We emphasize relationships and communication because it allows us the opportunity to truly know who you are (as individuals and especially together) before your wedding day.

Your comfort with us will allow us to capture who you truly are on the best day of your lives. So, kick up your feet; get cozy, let's capture some of the best moments of your lives together. We'll create images that set you apart from everyone else created by an authentic experience where you can feel like yourself.

the classics + the candids

let's capture your day

our process

07. post-wedding 

01. initial consult

02. PROPOSAL DELIVERY 

03. planning / consulting 

04. engagement session 

05. Pre-wedding prep 

06. wedding 

After you've had the chance to review my socials and my website and you've decided that my work speaks to you; you'll send in an inquiry! YAYYY!! Upon receiving your inquiry, I will set up a discovery call with you to learn more about you, your vision for your day and to answer any and all questions you have. 

You loved our call and you're ready to book?! You'll receive your Wedding Proposal (contract + invoice with a 30% non-refundable retainer) and once you complete this, we are OFFICIALLY booked! 

As you continue to plan your wedding, we will be here along the way to make sure all of your questions are answered. Weddings can be a lot -- know that we prioritize communication with our couples and will always be here for you.

This is the perfect time to get you comfortable in front of the camera and prep us for the wedding day. I always say your engagement session is the best time to let loose, so let's do just that and have the BEST. TIME. EVER!

It's the big day!! We will be there to make sure your day is everything you'd ever want it to be. With the curated timeline we created together, we'll be able to capture your day seamlessly while having the best day, ever! Get ready for a fun-filled, worry free wedding day with us as we capture your new favorite memories!

The day is over, but not for me! You'll receive sneak peeks within a week post-wedding day. The remainder of your gallery will be sent to you within 12 weeks post-wedding day. Even when you receive your final gallery, know that we will always have space for you at MLP! We love our couples and see them as our forever clients. Always come back to celebrate and capture your milestones together! We'll miss you so much until then.

You will receive a questionnaire to highlight the most important parts of your day. After completing your questionnaire, we will schedule a pre-wedding meeting call to finalize the best timeline to make sure your wedding day is absolutely perfect.

"She brings a sense of calm while also being so fun and supportive."

She went above and beyond the duties of a wedding photographer to make our day as smooth as possible.

Frequently Asked Questions

You will receive previews at the latest 7 days after your wedding day. Your final gallery will be delivered no later than 12 weeks. Engagement and Lifestyle sessions will receive previews at the latest 3 days after your session. Your final gallery will be delivered no later than 6 weeks.

DO YOU OFFER FILM PHOTOGRAPHY? +

DO YOU GUYS TRAVEL? +

do you offer prints or albums? +

How do we pick photo locations? +

Do you deliver unedited versions of the photos or the RAWs? +

How do you deliver photos? +

HOW MANY IMAGES CAN I EXPECT TO RECIEVE? +

what is your turn around time? -

DO YOU OFFER FILM PHOTOGRAPHY? +

DO YOU GUYS TRAVEL? +

do you offer prints or albums? +

How do we pick photo locations? -

Do you deliver unedited versions of the photos or the RAWs? +

How do you deliver photos? +

HOW MANY IMAGES CAN I EXPECT TO RECIEVE? +

what is your turn around time? +

If you aren't sure of where you'd like to take your photos, I can be of assistance! During our call we will talk more about your vision which will then help me understand the vibe you're going for. I will then send over a few locations from you to choose from.

DO YOU OFFER FILM PHOTOGRAPHY? +

DO YOU GUYS TRAVEL? +

do you offer prints or albums? +

How do we pick photo locations? +

Do you deliver unedited versions of the photos or the RAWs? +

How do you deliver photos? -

HOW MANY IMAGES CAN I EXPECT TO RECIEVE? +

what is your turn around time? +

Your galleries will be sent via an online digital gallery. With the digital gallery, you're able to download high resolution images as well share the gallery with your friends and family. 

DO YOU OFFER FILM PHOTOGRAPHY? +

DO YOU GUYS TRAVEL? -

do you offer prints or albums? +

How do we pick photo locations? +

Do you deliver unedited versions of the photos or the RAWs? +

How do you deliver photos? +

HOW MANY IMAGES CAN I EXPECT TO RECIEVE? +

what is your turn around time? +

Absolutely! We would love to meet you wherever you envision your session to be! All of our passports are up to date and we are right by ORD and ready to go. :) Travel fees may apply depending on your location - inquiry for more info.

DO YOU OFFER FILM PHOTOGRAPHY? +

DO YOU GUYS TRAVEL? +

do you offer prints or albums? +

How do we pick photo locations? +

Do you deliver unedited versions of the photos or the RAWs? +

How do you deliver photos? +

HOW MANY IMAGES CAN I EXPECT TO RECIEVE? +

what is your turn around time? +

You can easily order prints through your digital online gallery! If you're looking to order an album, this is also something that I can assist with. Prints + Albums are an additional add-on/cost. You will have a print release, so you can print anywhere else as well.

YES! When booking a wedding with Mayah, you will receive film photography coverage. Film brings such a nostalgic, real and timeless feel to your day and truly feel like everyone needs a bit of film in their lives. You will receive 80-100 film photos from your day.

DO YOU OFFER FILM PHOTOGRAPHY? +

DO YOU GUYS TRAVEL? +

do you offer prints or albums? +

How do we pick photo locations? +

Do you deliver unedited versions of the photos or the RAWs? +

How do you deliver photos? +

HOW MANY IMAGES CAN I EXPECT TO RECIEVE? +

what is your turn around time? +

I seriously do not even have accurate words to express Mayahs talent. 

- carly skalka

"Not only is her work incredible, but the attention to detail and the personal relationship she fosters with her clients is unmatched.

let's capture your day