Hi, I’m Maria

I’m a Melbourne-based wedding and portrait photographer behind Maria Eve Studio. I document weddings close to home and around the world, often joined by a small trusted creative team.

I've been photographing couples' stories since 2014, in both film and digital.

I’ve noticed a certain kind of couple finds their way to me. They’ve created a day that feels unmistakably like them — and they want to live it. They are romantics, but they’re not afraid of a little adventure. They value a life that feels rich in experience, connection, and beauty.

As Seen In

Junebug Weddings, including Best of the Best in Engagement and Destination categories. 100 Layer Cake. The Venue Report. Together Journal & more.

My Story

my subtle approach

Presence over Perfection

The photographs you'll return to years from now, not because they are perfect, but because they touch you deeply.


Before the day, I take time to understand your vision through personalised consultations, creating an experience that feels intentional and authentic from the very beginning.

Before the day


In front of the camera

Almost every couple tells me the same thing beforehand. They're not photoshoot people. They're not professional models. You don't need to be. It's your wedding day, and living it fully is the priority. These happen to be the best images too.

You just need to be with someone you feel easy around, who invested time in getting to know you, whose work and vision you trust. From there you're either lost in the moment or being guided through it, and both feel natural.

Melbourne and worldwide, on film and digital


On the day, I focus on presence over perfection, letting the moments unfold naturally. Most of the day my approach is documentary — I move intuitively, trusting my instinct with the best moments.

For portraits, I direct. Editorial direction, which for me means arranging the conditions for something real to happen. My portraiture is often dynamic. A story rather than a pose.

On the day


The invisible part of the magic happens after the day.

It is the patient, artistic work of shaping your story, the images that will become your legacy over time. It's important for me to reflect your day fully, all the big and small moments, and the parts that bring the feeling back.

I'll send you a sneak peek gallery of carefully edited images in 7 days. The full gallery takes 7 weeks, and I like to give you an exact date. I hope you'll set aside an evening for it. Open a bottle of your favourite something, put music on, and see your story for the first time together.

After the day

“Maria didn't just capture how our wedding looked she captured exactly how it felt.”

— Hasna & majed

What People Are Saying

“As someone who isn't great and confident in front of the camera... You made it feel effortless getting photos done. I had fun and felt like I could still enjoy our wedding day.”

— mads & Chris

“Maria is super down to earth and easy to be around but great at directing people to get that magic photo.”

— Jess & Keith

“Happiness mostly. But also confidence!! - you knew exactly what you were doing and we felt so comfortable in your presence. You have a lovely nature that makes us relax quickly.”

— Sophie & Blake

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Let's Talk About Your Day

Tell me your date and what you're planning. I'll reply with my availability and full pricing.