T H E E X P E R I E N C E
I can't wait to capture your story and show you the love and genuine connections during our time together. The smiles, laughter, and happy tears that come from viewing your galleries and videos are truly what makes me so blissfully happy.
THE VACHA FAMILY
"I was blown away by Mariah's photography of my children. She did an amazing job and her pictures are ones we will reminisce on for years to come. She is so sweet and upbeat that it made the whole experience fun. I honestly can't recommend her enough!"
MORGAN
"Mariah is an amazing photographer who really captures moments beautifully! Her editing is so tasteful and you will never not feel beautiful with her as your photographer! Not only are her photography skills top notch but she makes her clients feel so relaxed and walks you through all the posing in the most comfortable way! She is a lovely person and I look forward to working with her again!"
FAQ
How Do We Book With You?
You can reach out to me through the Contact page on my website and let me know the type of session you're interested in. I'll guide you through the process, discuss any requirements, and find a convenient date + time for your session.
What is the experience like with you as my photographer/videographer?
We become the best of friends during your session or wedding day! I will always be there for you to make sure that you feel comfortable, confident, and stress-free. If you have any questions or would like any suggestions, I'm always happy to help and offer my professional opinion throughout our time together.
Can we see a fully edited wedding gallery or highlight video before we book?
Of course! You can request to see full galleries or highlight videos through your initial contact form or, really, at any point during the booking process with me.
Do You Travel?
I love to travel and explore new places I've never been! I'm really a wanderluster at heart so I'd absolutely love to capture your story wherever it unfolds.
Do you have a Travel Fee?
I will cover the travel fee cost up to 65 miles roundtrip. Any mileage over the covered 65 miles will be an additional fee of $1 per mile.
Destinations that exceed 2 hours driving time each way may require overnight accommodations.
How will we receive our photos?
Photo galleries are delivered through a digital link from the Unscripted website. From this link, you will be able to favorite photos, download + share the full gallery.
How long does it take to receive the edited gallery/videos?
I completely understand the anticipation of seeing your final photos + videos. I'm always so excited to share them with you too! My editing process typically takes 1-2 weeks for all sessions not including weddings, depending on the volume of images and the complexity of editing required. Fully edited wedding galleries + videos will be delivered no later than 12 weeks from your date. I prioritize quality + attention to detail to deliver exceptional images + videos that exceed your expectations.
Can I request to have my gallery/videos rush edited?
Of course! For all sessions not including weddings, it is an additional flat fee of $125 to have your photos or videos edited within 24-48 hours.
For any wedding photography or videography packages, an additional 50% fee of the total package price can be added on to receive your photos + videos within 10 days of your event.
How many photos will we receive?
The average photos returned for any type of session you are booking is 75-100 photos per hour.
Can we choose the location of our session?
Absolutely! I truly believe that the location of your session plays a significant role in capturing unique and personalized photographs. Whether it's at your home, a scenic outdoor location, or a venue of your choice, I'm open to capturing your portraits in a place that is meaningful to you.
What happens if the weather is unfavorable on the day of our outdoor shoot?
If the weather doesn't cooperate on the day of your outdoor shoot, we can discuss alternatives such as rescheduling the session or finding an indoor location. I always want to ensure the best possible outcome for your photos, and I'm adaptable to any unforeseen circumstances that may come up.
What should we wear?
I am a huge lover of neutrals and believe these colors always photograph the best but I'm always happy to help you choose a color scheme that works best for you!
I want you to feel comfortable and confident during your session, so choosing outfits that bring those feelings out will always be my suggestion.
Can I bring my pet to our session?
Oh my goodness, yes please! I am a huge animal lover and would love to meet your fur babies! Just make sure to let me know before our session so that I can plan accordingly.
I also suggest bringing a friend or family member who can help entertain your pet when we take the time to just focus on your portraits.
Are your packages customizable?
Yes, absolutely! My packages are really just helpful guidelines that are most common needs to my other past clients. If you would like an element adjusted in any way, we can definitely customize the package to best fit what works for you.
What is the payment structure like?
I'm fairly flexible with my payment structure!
To Book your Wedding Date:
I require a 50% retainer fee due upon contract signature and the remaining 50% of the total package price is due 30 days prior to your wedding date.
To Book any Other Session:
I require a 50% retainer fee + studio fee (if applicable) due upon contract signature and the remaining 50% of the total session amount is due 14 days prior to the date of the session.
What forms of payment do you accept?
I accept Cash, Check, Zelle, Venmo, PayPal, Klarna, Affirm, ACH Direct Bank Transfer, and all major Credit Cards.
Is There an Additional Fee to Book Our Wedding or Event on a Holiday?
Yes, I do charge an additional 30% of the overall package price to compensate my team's and my time in order to make sure your event is absolutely perfect.
Holidays Include:
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year's Eve
New Year's Day
Thanksgiving
Fourth of July
Do You Provide Touch Ups to Photos?
I do provide light blemish/scar touch ups to photos per your request to make sure you feel beautiful and confident. However, I believe you are perfect in every sense of the word and do not provide body shape or size morphed editing.
Do you provide the RAWs?
I do not provide any RAW images or footage, but don't worry because I have carefully selected and edited the best photos and video clips from your shoot/event.
How long have you been a photographer?
This is actually my 3rd year + I am absolutely so in love with what I do! I'm really so lucky that my hobby has become so important to my happiness and that I can make others so happy from it too.