Your Wedding Story, Beautifully Preserved.
Hi there! Thank you so much for being here. I’m Mark, a storyteller, adventurer, and hopeless romantic who believes the best wedding memories come from candid moments that feel real, effortless, and uniquely yours. I photograph and film weddings throughout North Carolina, capturing the laughter, emotion, and little moments that make your story. If you feel like we might be a good fit, I’d love to hear from you.
Included With Every Wedding Package
Personal Consultation
Before your wedding day, we’ll spend time getting to know each other during a relaxed 30-minute consultation over FaceTime. This is your chance to ask questions, share your vision, and talk through what matters most to you.
I believe the best photographs come from trust and connection, so getting to know my couples before the wedding is an important part of my process.
Interested in adding a wedding film? Most of my couples choose photo + video together. You can view examples of my wedding films here:
markmaya.com/weddingfilms
Guided Planning & Location Support
Planning an intimate wedding is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming when you’re trying to figure out all the details yourself.
I’m here to help you create a day that feels intentional and true to your relationship—not just a timeline of events. From choosing locations and planning your timeline to thinking through lighting, weather, and the little details that make your day unique, I’ll help guide you along the way.
With experience photographing weddings throughout North Carolina, I can share recommendations for beautiful locations, trusted vendors, and ideas that fit your vision.
My goal is to take away the stress, so when your wedding day arrives, you can be fully present and enjoy every moment.
Wedding Day Storytelling
Your wedding day is a collection of real moments—the quiet ones, the emotional ones, and the unexpected ones.
My approach is documentary-focused and natural. I’ll guide you when needed, especially during your couple portraits and family photos, but most of the day I’m there to observe, anticipate, and capture things as they naturally unfold.
I work hard to be present without being intrusive—creating photographs that feel authentic to your experience rather than staged.
Thoughtful Editing & Post Production
After your wedding, I carefully sort through every image and hand-edit your final gallery with a consistent, timeless look.
Each photograph receives individual attention—not just a filter or preset—so your final collection feels intentional, emotional, and true to the atmosphere of your day.
Your Final Gallery
Once your images are complete, you’ll receive a private online gallery filled with your professionally edited wedding photographs.
Most couples receive between 250–1,000 images depending on their wedding package and the story of their day.
Your gallery allows you to:
Download high-resolution images
Share photos with family and friends
Download smaller versions for social media
Order professional prints and albums
Your memories will be preserved in a way that allows you to relive your wedding day for years to come.
“Mark is an incredibly gifted photographer who is a pleasure to work with, especially as a nontraditional couple. We didn’t fully appreciate how important it was to have a photographer with good vibes until we actually spent hours just hanging out with Mark on our wedding day”
The Legacy Collection
Complete Photo + Film Experience — $9,090
For couples who want their entire wedding story preserved from every angle — from the quiet anticipation before the ceremony to the final celebration with the people they love most.
10-Hour Wedding Coverage
Mark Maya + Associate Photographer/Videographer
Full Wedding Photography Gallery
Cinematic Highlight Film (4–6 minutes)
Full Ceremony Film (Single-Camera Angle)
Engagement Session
Personalized Wedding Timeline Guidance
The Signature Collection
Photo + Film Experience — $5,099
The perfect balance of timeless photography and cinematic storytelling.
8-Hour Wedding Coverage
Full Wedding Photography Gallery
Highlight Film (2–4 minutes)
Engagement Session
The Heirloom Collection
Wedding Photography Experience — $4,099
For couples who want authentic, emotional imagery focused on the moments that matter most.
8-Hour Wedding Coverage
Full Wedding Photography Gallery
Engagement Session
The Intimate Collection
Essential Wedding Photography — $3,099
Designed for smaller celebrations and meaningful gatherings.
6-Hour Wedding Coverage
Full Wedding Photography Gallery
Engagement Session
The Adventure Collection
Intimate Micro Wedding Photography — Starting at $2,099
For couples planning a smaller celebration, elopement, or meaningful adventure together. Perfect for courthouse weddings, destination elopements, and days focused on the moments that matter most.
4-Hour Wedding Coverage
Full Wedding Photography Gallery
Planning Guidance for Your Timeline & Location
Created for couples who want their day documented naturally — with the freedom to focus on the experience, not the production.
“Mark has a pure talent for capturing the way that our day felt. Whenever talking with him, his passion is evident in the way that he speaks about his work & how he leads with confidence and kindness.”
Cayleigh + Justin
Frequently Asked Questions
We’re awkward in front of the camera… can you help us feel comfortable?
Absolutely. Most couples tell me they aren’t “photo people” before their wedding day. My approach is relaxed, natural, and focused on creating real moments rather than forcing poses.
I’ll guide you when needed, but most of the day is about letting you be fully present — laughing, exploring, celebrating, and enjoying the people you love.
How far in advance should we book you?
Most couples reserve their wedding date 9–18 months in advance, especially for popular weekends and fall dates. Smaller weekday weddings and intimate celebrations may have more flexibility.
Once your date is officially reserved, I’m committed to creating an experience tailored specifically to you.
How do we reserve our date?
After our consultation call, I’ll help you choose the collection that best fits your wedding plans. I’ll then send over your custom proposal, contract, and booking link.
Once your contract is signed and your retainer is paid, your date is officially reserved.
When is the remaining balance due?
Your remaining balance is due before your wedding date. Your retainer is applied toward your total investment.
What happens if we need to reschedule or cancel?
If your plans change and you need to move your wedding date, your retainer can be transferred to a new date if I am available.
If your original date is no longer available or cannot be rebooked, any additional fees will be handled according to the terms outlined in your contract.
Do you photograph and film weddings by yourself?
Yes. I personally create your photography and films from start to finish.
Over the years, I’ve developed a streamlined approach that allows me to capture authentic moments with discreet professional equipment while keeping the experience relaxed and unobtrusive.
I may occasionally bring a non-shooting assistant when helpful, but you won’t have a large production team following you around.
How can one person capture both photo and video?
My approach is intentional and documentary-focused. I use professional equipment and a workflow designed specifically for capturing both still images and motion throughout your day.
This allows me to preserve the emotions, movement, and atmosphere of your wedding without making the day feel like a production.
When will we receive our photos and films?
Your memories are carefully edited and handcrafted after your wedding.
Photography galleries are delivered within 2–3 weeks.
Wedding films are delivered within 8–12 weeks.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes. I love documenting weddings in meaningful locations, whether that’s a backyard celebration, mountain adventure, destination elopement, or a beautiful venue close to home.
Reach out with your plans and I’ll let you know what’s possible.
What makes your approach different?
I believe your wedding should feel like your wedding — not a photoshoot.
My goal is to create images and films that feel honest, emotional, and timeless. The little moments between the big moments are often the ones you’ll want to remember most.
The Investment That Lasts
Your wedding day is one of the most meaningful days of your life — a celebration surrounded by the people you love most and a moment that can never be recreated.
I understand the investment that comes with creating a wedding experience you’ll cherish. I’ve been on both sides of the camera as a wedding photographer and as a groom, and I know how quickly the little details add up.
But your photography is more than just another wedding expense — it’s the way you return to the feeling of your day for generations to come.
The flowers will fade, the music will end, and the day will pass in an instant. Your photographs are what preserve the emotions, the connections, and the memories you’ll hold onto forever.
Choose a photographer whose work you love, whose vision you trust, and who will tell your story in a way that feels true to you.
