Life, Framed with Heart

Welcome to Lens Through MEC, a space to pause, feel, and connect. Every photo tells a story of resilience, beauty, and the moments that shape us. Real stories. Big feelings. Bold frames.

Take a look, explore, and let’s create something memorable together.

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Embracing Creativity and Art

Snapshots of life, color, and movement each one a little world of its own. Portraits, flowers, landscapes, and unexpected moments all captured with an eye for energy and emotion. From vibrant details to quiet strength, I aim to photograph the feeling behind the frame.

If something here speaks to you, let’s create something beautiful together.

What I Offer

Photography Sessions
Portraits, creative collaborations, and storytelling shoots that capture life’s beauty, emotion, and energy. Each session is designed to feel natural, relaxed, and full of heart.

One-on-One Lessons
Learn photography at your own pace in a supportive, hands-on way. We’ll focus on building confidence, finding your eye, and capturing what speaks to you.

Collaborations & Projects
Open to creative ideas that connect with growth, healing, and storytelling. Whether it’s an artistic concept or a personal story you want to honor, I’m here to help bring it to life.

Each experience is customized, whether you’re looking for photos to cherish, skills to build, or inspiration to share.

Telling Stories, One Frame at a Time

Hi, I’m Maria. I’m a storyteller and photographer drawn to the moments that make us pause, feel, and connect. My lens captures a mix of vibrant flowers, sweeping landscapes, and unexpected glimpses of life, with occasional dips into portraits and my ongoing survivors project. Every photo is my way of honoring the small, powerful moments that shape our stories and I’d be honored to help tell yours.

In Focus: Future Projects Unfolding

Survivor Series

Empowering stories from blood clot survivors.

Fresh Starts

Inspiring stories about overcoming layoffs.

Where Stories Come to Life

Exploring life through photography, celebrating both my own journey and the unforgettable stories of the people and moments I capture. Come read, reflect, and maybe even see a bit of your own story in mine.