M. Hart Photography

“in between” moments, she is also a kind and warm person who instantly makes you feel comfortable and beautiful in front of the camera. I will forever cherish my wedding memories thanks to Marlies and her wonderful team!

! Thankful for her creative talent and our photos that will last a lifetime along with our love.

d the day and I knew I wanted to find the very best. I must have looked through hundreds of photography portfolios and when I found Marlies’ I knew immediately. Every single one of her photographs was flawless and really fit the style I was after (think Vogue meets National Geographic). Now that our wedding is over, when I think back on our experience, Marlies and her team were truly one of, if not the very best thing about it. I will never forget how she made me feel so calm, comfortable, and confident on my big day. She gave our large group much needed direction and was so acutely aware of everything - the angles, the lighting, the movement, the location, and even the smallest thing impacting the shot (like my rogue pinky 😂) - she controlled for it all and made us look like supermodels. Marlies is a true professional and the passion she has for her craft is wildly apparent. When we finally saw the outcome of her hard work, we were beyond astonished. Our photos are pure magic, so much so, I don’t even know how they are real. I will cherish them for the rest of my life, probably daily! Every single person that saw them wanted to know who shot our wedding. I would also be remiss if I did not mention how much of a kind and lovely person she is as well, she brings the best energy into the room. Thank you Marlies! You mean so much to us. Any couple would be SO lucky to have you as part of their day!

n so smoothly and professionally. Not to mention the actual photos are amazing! Each picture is better than the last. So lucky to have worked with her!

iful photos that we will have for a lifetime. Even on the day of the wedding, when chaos is at its highest, Marlies and her team went the extra mile to help the bride and groom handle the stress. Even offering to pull them aside for "photos" if we seemed to just need a break from everything. If you are looking for a photographer that will not only take incredible photos of the best day of your life AND also be your best friend, you found them with Marlies and her team.

. Every year we look forward to her capturing our family as it grows and each time she blows us away. Anyone would be so lucky to have her document their special moments. We love her!

right hands as soon as we spoke with her. Marlies is so warm and caring and she made us feel so at ease. She was especially amazing working with my husband who HATES taking photos! The engagement session could have been torture for him, but we actually got good photos and he had a good time! I absolutely love our wedding photos and I am so glad to have our day documented so beautifully. We love you, Marlies!

s. More than that though she is just the best person to have alongside you throughout your wedding planning process and wedding day. She was always up for late night phone calls to figure out engagement photo details or the wedding day schedule, and made us feel so supported. Then on the wedding day she seamlessly helped keeping us on schedule without ever feeling rushed. She is hands down the best person to have on your wedding team!!!

have any personal recommendations and simply found her stunning photos online. We met Marlies on zoom, and we were immediately sold. We felt like we had known her for years! We chatted for way too long and knew that we were going to be in great hands! After we booked Marlies, we took a trip to California to figure out some details. She was wonderful and met us for lunch to chat and get a feel for our vibe. She was even better in person! We knew without a doubt that we made the right decision. From that point on, Marlies helped us with numerous decisions, like helping me book my makeup artist and recommending our videographer. She was available to us whenever we needed, and that was very comforting when booking everything from afar. The wedding day itself was a whirlwind, and I barely remember it, but I do remember Marlies was an absolute true professional and knew exactly what needed to be done and when. She took control when it needed to be taken, gave such perfect directions, and then hung back discreetly taking photos while we enjoyed our family and friends. So much so, that by the time she left, I was disappointed that I didn’t get to spend more time with her! We have only gotten the sneak peeks so far, but they are so amazing!! Capturing the beauty of the day and the fun moments too. We are BEYOND excited to see all the photos, and we are forever grateful to Marlies for so perfectly capturing our special day.

n, they're truly works of art. Not only that but she's also one of the most fun photographers to work with and even made it fun for my husband (who hates taking photos). Thanks Marlies!!!

pecial. Her partner also took great pictures. I highly recommend Marlies and her team for your special day :).

will absolutely stand the test of time. Her work is incredibly gorgeous and she made my husband and me look like a million bucks. She gives a great amount of direction so if you are a newbie in front of the camera like we were, she will make you feel super comfortable. Marlies and her team captured everything we wanted - posed, candids, effortless - everything. I wanted an effortless editorial look and she completely nailed it. My photos could seriously be in a Bridal magazine and we are definitely not models! We are so in love with our wedding photos... hire her IMMEDIATELY! You won't regret it. Thank you, Marlies!!!

we are going to ever pick our favorites to put into our album or hang on our wall. Marlies felt more like a friend than a vendor, and made us feel and look like rock stars in front of the camera, even though we are totally awkward in real life! It was seriously the best investment we made for our day and her entire team was truly incredible. Do yourself a favor and stop looking for a photographer and hire Marlies, and then just hope that she isn't already booked on your date!

Kauai and Marlies made it fun. She also researched the best areas to get all the different types of photos we wanted including waterfall, beach, cliff side. ALL of my friends and family have said they are the best wedding photos they have ever seen. Marlies is the perfect balance of professional and fun. I work in events and have worked with MANY photographers, but NONE like Marlies. She is the most passionate photographer I have ever worked with. When the golden light is shining, she is giddy and capturing your dream shot. Don't waste another second looking for other photographers. I promise you that none will even come close to the magic that Marlies will produce. The only thing that might happen if you hire Marlies is a serious dilemma on which photos you should print and display on your walls. She is a beautiful person and one of the most talented & passionate people i've ever met. We are so fortunate to have had her as our photographer!

t photo. Despite pandemic related postponements and more plan changes than I care to count, Marlies was supportive, generous, flexible, and patient every step of the way. We are so happy and beyond thankful we found Marlies, don't even think twice... book her now!!

rue. We spent a couple of hours at Vazquez Rocks north of LA, and Marlies was able to capture the best moments by taking advantage of the different lighting throughout the evening and the diverse backdrops of the area. Her direction style allowed us to remain relaxed and natural throughout the session, which led to beautiful and candid pictures. On top of her expertise as a photographer, she went the extra mile for us and helped send recommendations for cinematographers and other vendors. She is extremely genuine and we highly recommend her for anyone's photo shoots, be it for engagements, weddings, or any other events. Thanks Marlies!

yond the call of duty. If you want to look and feel like a rockstar for your wedding or any special occasion worth documenting, then you need to hire her!

o assert herself and when to fade into the background. In short, she is as capable with people as she is with a camera and the results speak for themselves.

otic, scattered and often disorganized. Marlies was incredibly professional and stayed sharp despite all the schedule changes. She was always present and went with the flow. She did it all with a smile on her face too, which made it that much better! The photos from each stage were beyond incredible and she truly made lemonade from lemons. It's nice to have an amazing photographer, but it was amazing to have one who was so adaptive, aware and present. It made it so easy to just let her do her job and not have to worry about that aspect of the event. To top it all off, she makes it very easy to be photographed and understands everything from family dynamics for group portraits all the way down to more intimate moments with just the two of us. HIGHLY recommend Marlies! Guaranteed you'd be hard pressed to find someone more talented, professional and personable.

er. She was also very transperent when it came to pricing and the packages that she offered. We picked the package that came with an engagement shoot, which I was so glad we did! It really helped us to get to know her shooting style and what to do when she asked us to do certain things on the day of the wedding. She literally told us what to do with every glance, placement and facial muscle movement, which you think would make you look awkward and not natural, but it was the complete opposite! We came out looking totally natural and effortless. She just knows how to make you positioned to look the most flattering and she HATES when things make you look purposely posed! I really appreciated this feedback during the shoot because so many photographers will just let you continue to make ugly faces or don't provide you with the feedback or adjustments you need to make to look your best. She also didn't mind getting down and dirty as we chose Vasquez Rocks in California as the site of our engagement shoot, which involved climbing rocks and kicking up dirt. By the time the engagement shoot was over, we were SO comfortable with her. The photos themselves came out AMAZING! I knew that on the day of the wedding I could 100% trust her and knew to just go with her instructions, even if it feels like why am I doing this at the time. On the day of our wedding she was totally on it. When I was having my one melt down where I was running behind for my first look photos because my breast tape kept showing through my dress, she asked everyone to leave the room and ended up being the one to tell me we weren't going to leave until my tape was on just right and then even went as far as to help me cut the tape and place my dress so it finally didn't show! I was so grateful that someone could calm me down in that moment and tell me it was going to be okay! The wedding photos themselves are beyond gorgeous. I couldn't have been happier with having hired Marlies as our photographer! Everyone I know has told me how amazing our photos were!

ransform your "wedding pictures" into pieces of art that can adorn your home for a lifetime. Not only is she excellent at what she does with the perfect combination of artistic flair, technical ability, and passion for her craft, she is an amazing person and an absolute delight to have by your side on what could be an otherwise stressful day. She helped me relax, focus on the essentials, and most importantly, smile. She caught all the special spontaneous moments that in hindsight matter the most. I loved working with Marlies, and honestly consider her a friend!

ere even willing to spend more for photos and less for videos. We had a lot of options, but there was something about Marlies that stood out after looking at her creations on social media and reaching out to her. Months later, we couldn't be happier with our choice. M Hart Photography had many ideas ready for our engagement shoot. During the shoot, we were able to interact with Marlies on a personal level. We realize now that her work ethic and how she prioritized us as clients match what an incredible person she is! Lets set aside our personal experience and just focus on her work -Delivered on everything she promised as well as our demands. -Engagement photos were out of this world and gave our family & friends extra excitement leading up to the wedding. -My wife and I can be awkward in showing our affection in the public eye or on camera, but she was able to make a comfortable environment for us to act natural. -She clearly has a ton of experience as she knows every photogenic location in California and beyond as she travels out of the county for her clients. -On our wedding day, she had plenty of her team members there to assist her. We never felt that it was short of photography or a photographer. -There wasn't one moment, family member, or memory Marlies/her team missed. -She was able to edit anything. We didn't even request any additional modifications as she puts in work on every photo. -Delivered photos on time (and sometimes early). -Anyone who looks at our pictures (including our venue) has requested the use of our photos -Our photos won highly desirable awards! Overall, we can't imagine someone else to hire if we were doing it all over again. We were fortunate to have M Hart Photography, which is mentioned every time we remember our special day! -Groom

ges look like they’re plucked out of movie scenes. You don’t have to personally know the subjects to relate to the emotions that she captures with her camera. Marlies is also very disarming and easy to work with.

rything perfectly!), she was also very helpful in the planning process. She helped guide us in prioritizing which moments of our wedding we wanted documented the most. While she took stunning portraits of us, our family, and bridal party, the candid photos she was able to capture of us and our guests are truly the “highlights” of our wedding album. She is incredibly dedicated to her clients, and even flew all the way to Switzerland to take engagement photos of my fiancé and me! Marlies is truly one of the loveliest humans I have ever met, and the most talented photographer I have ever come across. I am forever grateful for the beautiful and priceless moments she captured on our special day!

searched! She made us super comfortable in how to pose and was incredibly time efficient on our big day, making sure we got every look we wanted without being too intrusive during the ceremony and reception. We love Marlies!

ptured every single moment with such ease and professionalism. Not only did she get such incredible images, but she was also so laid back and I can honestly say that my husband and I made a new friend in the process. In what should be a stressful day, especially for the professionals capturing it, Marlies blended right in and did what she does best—capture genuine, raw emotions and moments so intimate it’s almost hard to believe. She has an eye for moments. And she is brilliant at what she does. I cannot imagine a better photographer for our wedding. She shot not only our wedding, but a day after adventure shoot with us. She did anything and everything for the shot and truly adventured with us in rain, cold, mud and beyond. Every minute was fun and my husband and I both agree—we don’t even remember the camera. We love Marlies and would hire her again in a heartbeat.

omenal. Even after we encountered some hiccups at the location we had chosen, Marlies found us a backup location quickly and we made it in time for exquisite sunset photos. At the wedding itself, Marlies and her team made sure everything was covered and the results were incredible. We can’t wait to order our photo albums!

front of the lens. The photography from the day was beautifully framed, elegant and timeless. There was nothing cheesy about any of the photos (which were keen to avoid!) and we felt comfortable in front of her camera. She has an artistic eye and works hard to make sure the images she captures are interesting, beautiful and dynamic. She turned what could have been stressful into something really quite fun and for that we are very grateful.

ough engagement photos and then our wedding! Her joyful and calm personality really helped us ground ourselves during the chaos and excitement of a wedding day. It's so important to hire vendors that know what they are doing and she is definitely it. We chose Marlies because of her amazing ability to capture truly candid moments in the most beautiful way. Every photo she takes seems to have perfect lighting that highlights just the right spot, beautifully rich colors that look like they did in person, and a story that takes you back to that moment. She is such a creative photographer and knows how to use her surroundings to get the best photo. When it rained on our wedding day, instead of packing it up and going inside, she was able to capture these amazing umbrella shots that we weren't expecting to get. We would hire her again in a heart beat. The amount of compliments we received on our wedding photos speak for themselves. The only problem we have is we don't have enough room to display all of the photos we love.

ught moments we were sure would be overlooked. We would happily recommend Marlies to anyone looking for a photographer to document their special occasion. Remember, all you have is memories and photographs after your special day is over. Make sure you use someone who captures the occasion the way you want to remember it. Marlies does that and more!

go by really quickly and depending on if there’s an open bar, your memory might be a little hazy. Invest in photos! This is seriously the best piece of advice someone can give you for your wedding day. We did and we are grateful to have listened. So, I’m paying it forward... Invest in photos! We felt lucky to have found Marlies as our photographer for our wedding and engagement shoot as all the photos came out UhhMazing! Marlies is a fun loving and easy going personality to work with that makes you feel very comfortable from the start. She’s full of positive energy and she definitely knows her stuff! She’s a visionary and extremely passionate about what she does and the shots she takes are quite dramatic and picturesque. Just take a quick gander at her website and/or instagram and you can see her portfolio for yourself, including a list of her accolades. She’s very flexible to work with and being knowledgeable in the wedding industry, she also provided us with other recommendations and vendor contacts as well which we were very surprised by being that our wedding was a destination wedding. My wife and I learned a lot of different poses and had loads of fun during our photo shoots. Book her ASAP because she is in high demand and get ready to do a lot of “James Bond” or “Penguin” poses and remember... don’t have a limp hand! Guys will get what that means. Cheers!

t important thing for our wedding for my husband and I, so the decision to choose her was not a light one. Marlies is professional, warm, extremely creative, and takes charge of the process in a way that is so necessary. Her photography is very unique, we have had the most amazing comments from our friends and family who drool over our photos wishing their wedding photos were so great!

sed moments that truly represent the emotions and experiences of the day. Of course, she is amazing at taking the standard cute couple/family/bridal parties too, but we chose her because we were looking for something more.

great experience for the couple. Highly recommended.

ies is the absolute best! She captures your most intimate and cherished moments in the most beautiful way! She is also incredibly good at making people feel comfortable, which my husband and I felt was very important. We loved our time with her and have referred all of our friends to her! You will love your photographs more than you could imagine! We love you, Marlies! See you next week at N + A’s wedding! Xx

to take an ordinary moment and make it extraordinary!

utiful. Not only is she talented but she is one of the sweetest humans. We loved spending our day with her.

ed ourselves -- "when did she get this?!" Everything looked stunning and the effort she puts into her work after the shoot really has a big impact. She's an artist and works with a talented crew of professionals she trusts. She absolutely does the best work. Do not hesitate to hire her.

My sister and husband were thrilled with every moment she and her team captured. She's the best in the industry and working with her is a dream. It truly is best investment I've ever made.

he moment we met her -- in fact, we ended up talking for 1.5 hours during our first meeting. We walked away from that initial meeting feeling like we not only found our photographer, but that we also found a friend :) And to top it all off, her pictures are AMAZING. I cannot even begin to describe how perfect they were. Overall, we could not have asked for a better experience . Lots of love to her and her team <3

Marlies professional and a pleasure to work with before, during and after our wedding, but Marlies has an extraordinary talent for finding and capturing remarkable, one-of-a-kind photos. The wedding photos we received were expertly varied in style, scope and grandeur, such that my wife and I were able to look at each event of our wedding day in multiple unique ways. I cannot say enough good things about the quality of Marlies' photos. I'm convinced even random strangers would happily review our wedding album because the pictures are simply at higher level of artistry and skill than your everyday photographer. Think National Geographic-levels of awesome, but for your wedding. If you are looking for a wedding photographer who provides exceptional personal service and fun, plus breathtaking wedding photos that look straight out of a magazine, book Marlies ASAP.

life. We cannot thank you enough.

ed to be absolutely sure we picked the right vendors. I'm thrilled that Marlies was not just right for us, but totally perfect. In a world with over-exposed/sepia-toned/filtered face-tuned wedding photography, Marlies stands far apart. Her photos are beautifully composed, properly exposed and corrected, but not overdone. She has amazing and unique ideas while also capturing the classic details/family shots beautifully as well. She and her team are so lovely to be around, and she melted in naturally with the flow of the day. The product was turned around in a timely way and we couldn't be more satisfied with the end product. We have beautiful photos that perfectly captured the day to show our kids and grandkids that we are proud of.

ments before the ceremony where she could tell I was getting stressed, she whispered a few encouraging words and it worked!!! My husband and I aren't that photogenic and often get to tense for pictures, but somehow Marlies got us to forget she was there and made us feel and look like models. Our engagment and wedding pictures are gorgeous. We are definetly going to have a tough time picking out our favorites. I will forever be grateful to her and would 100% recommend her to anyone.