“Mare is amazing. I sent inspo ideas and she made sure we captured them and added her own creativity. She also took the weather into consideration for timing of the best photo opportunitys. 10/10 recommend Moments by Mare!♡”

Alicia Lehman 12/6/24

“Mare has done my daughter and my son’s wedding and I can’t rave enough about her photos and creativity. She is awesome! Highly recommended.”

L Ann Mickelson 12/5/24

“The nerves I had booking a mini session with my 3 year old, my 1 year old and myself, and only having 15 minutes, were high! But we went in and got some amazing shots! Mare was so patient and calm with my little ones. I couldn't be more pleased with my entire experience! Our photos are absolutely amazing and everything I wanted and more!”

Ashley Feller 12/5/24

“Maryn has always reached out prior to the session to confirm final details and has always been helpful in posing or trying to help get the little ones to smile. The sessions I’ve been apart of, she’s always been kind, helpful, and kept the session flowing smoothly. She’s a wonderful photographer!”

Brook Hand 12/5/24

“Maryn did an amazing job for my son's 2 year pictures! He wasn't necessarily cooperative, but she was extremely patient, kind, and did her best to make him comfortable. She was able to create a setting that highlighted his interests and captured his sweet little personality. Thanks again for the wonderful pictures, and we look forward to more in the future!”

Erin Kettle 12/5/24

“Mare did our engagement and wedding photos and 5 out of 5 stars all day! She made us feel comfortable right out the gate. She listened and worked with our vision. She is so kind and willing to go the extra mile. We will definitely be using Mare again and will be recommending her to everyone we talk to that needs professional photos taken. Highly recommend! Thank you Mare for everything!”

Alyssa Rose-Tennant 11/17/24

“My husband and I had a mini family photo session with Maryn at her studio yesterday; she was timely, flexible, and so easy to work with! I’m so excited to see the picture results and would definitely recommend her services.”

Stephanie Ann 10/25/24

“beautiful photos. very talented and professional. prices were reasonable as well. I would absolutely recommend.”

Jessica lee 9/7/24

“The absolute most incredible photographer! She is so talented!! She did my boyfriends and I’s couples photoshoot this weekend, and even though it was super humid and the mosquitoes were horrible she still wanted to capture our time together /10 recommend Maryn!! We just know she captured beautiful shots without even getting to see them yet! We can’t wait to see them!! We are definitely going to have her as our photographer for our future big moments we will have.”

Jenny Helfvogt 7/14/24

“We had a great experience working with Moments by Mare! In the beginning she helped with our outfit inspiration - which if you know, picking outfits is the most painful part! Thankful for that! Mare was extremely professional - The way she was able to manage having fun, while still getting the job done perfectly was outstanding. At the end of the shoot, Mare brought her daughter down, after my daughter demanded to spend time with her The girls totally hit it off, which was adorable to watch! We love our pictures and had a blast! I would highly recommend Moments by Mare!”

Holly Amber Kind 6/8/24

“The best photographer! Not only did she travel a decent distance for our wedding but she accommodated everything we wanted her there for before she was leaving and made sure I had all the pictures I wanted. I could not say enough good things about Mare! Highly Recommend!”

Kar Lee 5/13/24

“I am not a review writer but I tell you I am so so picky about photos and who takes them and how much I am picky about how I look. Moments by mare is the best photographer I’ve ever found someone who makes me feel comfortable and confident I love how all my photos turn out and I look back and smile at each and everyone again. She’s done so many shoots for me and I have so many more planned in the future she’s amazing and the best photographer you will ever find. If you need to find poses or outfits she already on it and has the best ideas on to always get your good side. She’s done my bondouir, maternity, couples, family, friends, birthday, soon to be engagement and wedding I literally love her she also has the best prices you will ever find forever will support my girl thank you and forever appreciate you mare.”

Shania Greene 2/19/24

“Love the photos you did and thanks you for this amazing pictures and it was so fun to work with you for this.”

Dakota Rebout 1/20/24

“Great photographer!! Was very easy to work with and made me feel comfortable during by boudoir shoot! Also loved how my makeup and hair turned out! I would recommend!”

kristen broadway, 12/9/23

“Mare did amazing with our pictures! She was so kind and made it feel so easy had great ideas we had so much fun! Highly recommend her the pictures turned out absolutely amazing.”

Melanie Evelyn pehl, 12/4/23

“She made me feel super comfortable and I LOVE how the photos turned out! I love the way she edits them with the lighting. It makes it hard to choose my favorites!! I would definitely recommend and be coming back if I need more pictures done!”

Angela cash, 11/8/23

“Maryn did a newborn shoot for us last year and gave us some of my favorite pictures of our baby/family. I can’t wait to see our family pictures that she took this year. I’m sure they will be nothing short of amazing!”

SARAH Clay, 10/30/23

“When I got engaged, I was very excited and anxious to start the planning process. My fiancé and I both had never been professionally photographed before and were very nervous when looking for a photographer and scheduling our engagement photo shoot. I came across Moments by Mare’s website and was very impressed by her work, so we decided to book the session and had an excellent experience! Maryn came equipped with many different poses and was great at explaining them, so there was never a question about what we should be doing. She even had the awesome idea of setting up an outdoor movie night for part of our session. The pictures turned out amazing and better than we ever could have imagined. We decided to book her services again for our wedding next year and cannot wait!”

ADRIANA JOHNSON, 10/30/23

“I’ve known Maryn for quite some time now and I booked my first EVER session with her just this year. We started with a daddy and me and then a mommy and me and after the results, my family and I felt so beautiful and grateful for her undeniable skills we went ahead and booked a full blown family session. She is absolutely wonderful with her camera and makes you feel so comfortable. I never once felt embarrassed or silly. She knows exactly what she’s doing and her warm edits are stunning! I have let many of my friends and family know about her because I won’t ever go to anyone else!”

KELLY BRUYR, 10/26/23

“Would definitely recommend! She was very flexible with scheduling when the weather didn’t cooperate and was so patient with my two younger toddlers while taking the photos. 5 stars!”

CHEYANNE URSO KUBATSKE, 10/26/23

“I don’t know how I haven’t written a review yet. Maryn is absolutely amazing at what she does. She’ll make you feel comfortable (my husband and I hate having our pictures taken) and she’s wonderful with children. She listens to what you’re looking for and has tons of patience. I’ve watched her grow into an amazing photographer over the last few years. I don’t know how it’s possible, but she just keeps getting better. Book a session with her. You won’t be disappointed!”

CELINE ANDES, 10/26/23

“We had been with the same photographer for almost 15 years of yearly family photos. It was a struggle to find someone to fill those shoes but after seeing some sneak peeks, we are very happy we chose Moments by Mare. She was so flexible and east going. She also did all the shots I wanted.”

ASHLE RENAE, 10/25/23

“She really makes you feel comfortable when you don’t know how to pose and her photos are all truly amazing. I recently did the purge photoshoot with her and she really made it a lot of fun.”

CAITLYN THORP, 10/25/23

“Mare truly is the ideal photographer!! She has the best eye for capturing exactly what you are looking for and truly listens! Not to mention she makes you feel so empowered and confident during boudoir sessions’

MELISSA STAVER SCACE, 10/25/23

“Mare truly is the ideal photographer!! She has the best eye for capturing exactly what you are looking for and truly listens! Not to mention she makes you feel so empowered and confident during boudoir sessions”

KAITLYNN PIVONKA, 10/25/23

“MARYN WAS NOTHING SHORT OF EXCELLENT- SHE DID WONDERS FOR OUR MOMMA AND ME MINI SHOOT. AND SHE WAS SO PERSONABLE WITH MY SON. I COULDN’T RECOMMEND A BETTER PHOTOGRAPHER !”

JESSICA FLORENCE, 10/25/23

“Mare truly is the ideal photographer!! She has the best eye for capturing exactly what you are looking for and truly listens! Not to mention she makes you feel so empowered and confident during boudoir sessions”

NICOLE JENSEN, 10/25/23

“AMAZING WORK AND VERY PATIENT. HAD FAMILY PHOTOS WITH NEWBORN DONE AND THEY WERE PERFECT.”

HEATHER VALOSEK, 10/25/23

“As a former photographer I have struggled with finding someone I not only trust with our photos, but someone who has a good eye for the right angles, lighting, ideas, etc. That was until I found Mare. We had the most amazing family photo session with her and I would never recommend anyone else!”

MALINDA MIHALAKIS, 10/25/23

“Mare provided us with both a fun session and beautiful photos! We look forward to going back to her for more photos over the years!”

LEXI HAMBLEY, 10/25/23

“We did Christmas minis last year and are about to get fall minis done! The locations and set ups are always thought out an adorable! I love the mini photoshoot options when you have young kids. She captured great pictures of our little family that we will cherish forever! Can't wait to get more pictures taken!”

LINDSEY GRISMORE LIZER, 10/25/23

“Mare is incredible! Her talent and love for what she does truly shines, and she so fun to work with! I still love my boudoir photos to this day. I look forward to working with her more in the future!”

ALYSSA MARIE CESSNA, 10/25/23

“From maternity to newborn to mini sessions, Maryn does an amazing job with all of them! I’ve loved all my sessions and the pictures!”

TEEARIA SWEENEY, 10/25/23

“she was absolutely amazing! She is a wizard behind the lens! She was very patient with both of my kiddos, and our photos turned out amazing! can't recommend her enough!”

CASSANDRA STEPHAN, 10/25/23

“I have worked with Maryn twice for two very different types of photos and have 2 more sessions already scheduled! She is so fun to work with and the photos always turn out amazing, candid, and personalized! I 100% recommend! Can’t wait to see how our fall mini turns out this weekend”

REBECCA LYNN KUHLMEIER, 10/25/23

“We have done two mini shoots with Moments by Mare and have absolutely loved them! The price point is great, she always has the sweetest little goody bags, and the mini sessions are the perfect amount of time when you have members who are not wanting to take pictures. Mare is the sweetest and we love working with her! Can’t wait to book another shoot with her!”

HEIDI MANN, 10/25/23

“Maryn was so great with our family pictures! Loved how they turned out and I also loved how she took the time to get to know our family before picture day. She had me answer questions about everyone in the family and what we like (ie our hobbies and such). She then had some great suggestions on what to do for our family session! She had us bring our fishing gear! Best session we’ve ever done! So happy with them and can’t wait to treasure them for years to come!”

Tasha Zimmerman, 10/25/23

“she was so great with the kids. we had such a wonderful time with her.”

Ashley Johnson, 10/12/23

“Words could never describe the experience we had with Moments by Mare! We have waited such a long time to have a baby and it was so incredibly important to us that the entire family be included in sharing this blessing with us! Our two pups Maverick and Goose were able to be included in the experience with us! Mare was so incredibly patient with us and the dogs. She really took the time and energy to capture the esthetic I was dreaming of. I cant stop staring at our photos and that makes my so incredibly happy! She was so professional and really helped direct us, which was needed because we are not photogenically inclined and require a lot of direction. You will not regret the artistic flare and ambiance she incorporates into her shoots. Thank you Moments by Mare for making more than I could have dreamed come true!”

Ellie Miller, 10/11/23

“thank you so much for fitting our extended family in your busy schedule to get photos with everyone for us! you were So quick and efficient and we cannot wait to see the final photos!”

Shelby Shuman, 10/2/23

“Loved my cemetery photoshoot! captured everything I was hoping for!

Melanie Ann Wurster, 9/11/23

“Maryn was so easy to work with and made the process so easy & fun!”

Kaytlyn Vrazsity, 8/16/23

“ Absolutely the best time!! Everything was perfect and I could not recommend someone more. it was honestly such a great EXPERIENCE.”

Samantha Erb, 7/25/23

I was so impressed with the entire experience and absolutely loved the senior portraits Maryn took! Maryn took her time to capture the best poses and looks we were going for. She was friendly, professional, and very talented. I would highly recommend Moments by Mare!

-Alaina Posey, 7/25/23

“Mare is absolutely amazing! She did my first family pictures and I’m absolutely in love with them! She traveled to me which was amazing! We definitely love her and will be going back!”

-Taylor Cain, 7/24/23

“Maryn did my engagement pictures and they turned out amazing! I normally do not like photos of myself so I'm very impressed with how much I really like the pictures she took. We are also pretty awkward and i’m glad she was able to work with that haha. Thank you for being an amazing photographer!!”

-Paige Mesch, 5/21/23

“Mare is absolutely AMAZING! She comes with ideas/poses in mind and shows you exactly what to do to make posing so much easier + if you’re anything like me, you get awkward in front of a camera. She made this experience fun and stress free! I will be coming to Mare for photo shoots and I suggest you do too!”

-Amber Jones, 5/21/23

“Mare was amazing! She brought me some dresses to try before our mommy and mini photos! And I am just blown away by her skills, professionalism and just overall work! Highly recommend”

-Randijo Casper, 4/23/23

“I would highly recommend Mare for any of your photography needs. I have booked with her twice now and she always has everything well planned out and makes the experience very comfortable. Will definitely be booking again in the future!”

-Tashia Martin, 3/20/23

“I highly recommend going to Maryn for all of your photos! She is such a wonderful person and photographer. I went to her for a boudoir shoot and she made me feel so comfortable and confident. I am extremely excited to book another session with her!”

-Cassie McCoy, 3/19/23

“Maryn has been taking photos of me & my son since the beginning. Growing up, she always had an eye for photography so when she started her business I knew I wanted to support her & watch her grow. She knows how nervous I can be behind the camera but makes every session so comfortable & easy!”

-Briana Bremmer, 1/21/23

“I was really nervous to take photos with my 1 year old and Maryn knew that! She was patient with redirecting my daughter and never made me feel rushed or anxious. The day of our shoot was chilly- her hospitality just shows how amazing she is! 10/10 recommended shooting with Maryn”

-Jennifer BLake, 12/9/22

“I have had so many priceless moments frozen in time by Maryn. She has been photographing my two babies since my oldest was only a few months old. She has also done family portraits for us! My favorite part about having her as our photographer is she’s very relatable and makes you feel comfortable in any situation. She also somehow always manages to get my kids smile on queue for her! I would recommend her over and over again. Her love and dedication for photography shows in her work. Thank you for everything Mare!”

-Lizzie Mattson, 12/722

“Maryn is amazing. She is so understanding and works so hard to capture those perfect moments. She works well with the kids, even when they don’t want to take pictures. She gets to know her clients before the session, and gets all your photos back quickly. I highly recommend!”

— Ali DeHaven, 12/05/22

“Our family can’t recommend Through The Lens enough! We participated in the Christmas Mini Session, and exceeded our expectations! The photos and editing were beautiful. They were fun, professional, and had a sweet gift for us after our session. They are truly so thoughtful and we recommend them to all who need family pictures done!”

— Brandy Eichberger, 12/03/22

“Maryn is so sweet and professional. We did a family mini session. We have 2 little kids that did not want to cooperate, but you can't even tell with the pics taken! She did great with trying to make them participate. The pics turned out stunning, with some fun and silly ones too.”

— Makenzie Olsen, 12/02/22

“We booked xmas minis for our 4 year old son. He gave these girls a hard time but they still managed to get some good pictures! I was happy with how they turned out! They were easy to work with to schedule a time and book a session! They also gave us all the deets ahead of time too! I highly recommend!!”

— Queena Vogeli, 12/02/22

“Just had a family photo session and the photos turned out amazing! Quality work & 'quality results!! Plus the patience of maryn behind the camera with my 18 mo old and 3 yr old was a blessing! If you’re looking for someone who is professional but makes you feel comfortable.. you will find it here! Highly recommend.. you wont be disappointed!”

— Olivia Zimmerman, 12/02/22

“I did a shoot with my boyfriend and the pictures turned out amazing! She is very professional and makes you feel very comfortable. Definitely recommend!!”

— Jasmin Corning, 12/02/22

“Absolutely amazing to work with!! Can’t wait to get more photos taken!”

— Alexa Renee, 12/02/22

“I did a boudoir shoot and I already want to book another one. My makeup turned out amazing, the sets and poses were perfect, and it was such a fun experience. I felt super comfortable with all the ladies involved and I went home feeling on top of the world!!”

— Taylor Johnson, 11/13/22

“Working with these two was so much fun! They knew exactly where we were going and had us on a perfect timeline for golden hour! Thank you both for these memories!”

— Ashley Gower, 10/03/22

“Very personable and made our photo shoot so much fun!! would definitely recommend”

— Jessi Schmerse, 11/09/21