I'm Maria, a Commercial Photographer and Art Director based in Whittier, CA.
Ever since I was young I had a love for the arts. I was always drawing and learning how to take photos with film cameras. I even dressed up on career day as an artist. I started my professional career with a Canon 40D, a small flash, and big dreams. I had a strong desire to bring my artistic passion to others. I have photographed many different types of genres; weddings, sports, and portraits to name a few.
I found my home in product and food photography building a full-service studio to create engaging and fun content for all my amazing clients.
FUN FACTS
I am a Media Director for Elimu Girls with the Heri-Sewing Project. A two-year sewing trade program to give girls in rural Malindi, Kenya financial independence, a voice in their community, and become empowered entrepreneurs.
I have been featured in an interview with ShoutoutLA, where I discussed the role of risk-taking that shaped my career.