About ME!!
Hi, I’m Maria — the photographer behind Maria Latham Photography.
I love newborn giggles, spontaneous laughter, and images that stop you in your tracks — the kind that make you feel something or think about them long after you’ve seen them. Photography, for me, isn’t just about how something looks, but how it feels when you come back to it years later.
I’m usually listening to Morgan Wallen while I work, quoting random song lyrics or useless trivia, and reminding myself (every December) that I’m definitely quitting this job… until January rolls around and I realize I can’t imagine doing anything else.
I’m married to my favorite person, mom to a son and a daughter (who are absolutely not allowed to grow up any faster), and dog mom to two Yorkies — Peter Parker and Tobey Maguire — and one very old Yorkie-poo named Missy. I love visiting new cities, but I love coming home even more.
I have an assistant, Gracie, who keeps the wheels turning and the chaos contained. She’s the one you’ll likely talk to first, the reason the lights turn on, the memory cards are where they should be, and everything runs as smoothly as it does.
I love seniors — their confidence, creativity, and excitement to be in front of the camera. I love holding newborns and documenting the very first moments of a new family. I love celebrating weddings and photographing people who have found their person. And I love the quieter side of this job too — editing images late at night, binge watching Netflix or Hulu, bringing stories to life one photo at a time.
If you’re looking for images that feel real, meaningful, and unmistakably you, I’d love to create them with you.
About Gracie
Meet Gracie — the calm in the chaos and the person who keeps Maria Latham Photography running smoothly.
Gracie is Maria’s right hand, creative support, and organizational lifeline. She’s often the first person you’ll communicate with, the one sending invoices, answering messages, and making sure every detail is handled with care. If the lights are on, the memory cards are where they should be, and the session feels effortless — that’s Gracie.
She has a natural way with babies and children, helping them settle in, feel comfortable, and smile with ease. Behind the scenes, she’s just as invaluable — assisting with lighting, styling, posing, and making sure each session flows seamlessly.
Gracie is always up for an adventure, whether that means traveling for a shoot, hopping in a creek, setting up an elaborate set, or jumping in wherever she’s needed. She brings a steady presence, a creative eye, and a genuine love for the work — and for the people we photograph.
Gracie's favorite thing in life (other than her job - haha) is her dog, Mack! She raises miniature herefords on her farm in Pleasant View in her "spare" time.
Quite simply, Maria couldn’t do this without her — and once you meet Gracie, you’ll quickly understand why.
