hello there, thanks for stopping by. ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆you might be here because you feel a calling for another time and place, something wild and ancient that speaks to you whenever you step outside. perhaps you love stories and dream of other worlds. if so, welcome to my world.as an environmental portrait artist and photographer, i hope to capture the light and beauty existing in nature and within all of us. throughout the years, i have been endlessly inspired by the atmosphere of romantic era landscape paintings, dreamy impressionist art, and all the magic of fairytales, folklore, mythology, and history. my art is a reflection of the world seen through my eyes— not just as it is, but as it could be.i hope you see it too.
— marian
frequently asked questions
what camera do you use?
✧ i currently shoot with a nikon d5600.how do you edit your photos?
✧ i edit my photos in lightroom. i’m a known ai hater, so i prefer to use the manual versions of denoise, masking, and distraction removal tools if needed. i do not composite photos. i do not use photoshop. i do not use generative ai to add elements to my photos that were not there in real life.can you share the locations where you take your photos?
✧ i try to avoid sharing specific locations online, partly for safety, as i’ve had issues with people stalking me, and also because some natural areas are delicate environments that can suffer if too many people come to visit, and i don’t want to contribute to that by encouraging lots of visitors to one specific place. when i remember, i will tag locations of parks that have adequate infrastructure to support visitors, but i may choose not to disclose locations of backcountry trails or specific gps coordinates (or private properties). if you visit, please remember to leave no trace!where do you get your outfits?
✧ they’re a mix of thrifted, homemade, and purchased from small sustainable makers.where do you get your highlighter? (probably the most asked question of all)
✧ i’ve used a few different ones over the years, but my favorites are space age by kaleidos, beam balm by luna roots, and bioluminescence shimmer stick by nudigoods. (not sponsored—i just love all the sparkles!)
more questions? write to me anytime!
welcome to the realm of our collective storybook,
where magic is real and dreams take flight. feel free to wander and stay for a while. and remember, everything real was imagined first...
golden hour of the wild folk
haigen in south carolina
andreas at warren dunes state park
“there is a pleasure in the pathless woods,
there is a rapture on the lonely shore,
there is society where none intrudes,
by the deep sea, and music in its roar:
i love not man the less, but nature more…”
— from childe harold’s pilgrimage by lord byron
rachel's book release
the pre-raphaelites
"and near him stood the lady of the lake,
who knows a subtler magic than his own—
clothed in white samite, mystic, wonderful.
she gave the king his huge cross-hilted sword,
whereby to drive the heathen out: a mist
of incense curl'd about her, and her face
wellnigh was hidden in the minster gloom;
but there was heard among the holy hymns
a voice as of the waters, for she dwells
down in a deep, calm, whatsoever storms
may shake the world, and when the surface rolls,
hath power to walk the waters…"
— from idylls of the king by alfred, lord tennyson
off in a dream world
“come away, o human child!
to the waters and the wild
with a faery, hand in hand,
for the world's more full of weeping than you can understand.”
— from “the stolen child” by w.b. yeats
“tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?”
— mary oliver
⋆.˚⟡ ࣪ ˖ we are all stardust and stories ࣪ ⟡˚.⋆
“and above all, watch with glittering eyes the whole world around you because the greatest secrets are always hidden in the most unlikely places. those who don't believe in magic will never find it.”
— roald dahl
ready to step into your story?
photography for fairy folk and time travellers
do you have a story to tell, an occasion to celebrate, or simply an inescapable calling to become an artistic muse? if so, i would love to hear from you and help make your vision a reality. ♥based in the southeast usa (north and south carolina) and available to travel. please see additional shooting locations below.
upcoming shooting locations
2026
november: western pennsylvania + philadelphia area
december: tbd2027
january: central florida
february: tbd
march-april: northern ontario/manitoulin island
⋆｡˚✴︎⋆ choose your adventure ⋆✴︎˚｡⋆
✧ individual portrait sessions — perfect for solo adventurers, besties, and couples — start at $300 for up to two hours of shooting at a location of your choice, with ten finished photos delivered in digital form. includes up to two hours of roundtrip travel from my current location. additional photos may be purchased.
↟ photoshoots will take place outdoors, so be prepared to discuss terrain and weather conditions. please see my posted itinerary for updates on locations and travel plans.
☾ swords and dresses/garb are available for rental.
✧ product photoshoots — for sustainable/handcrafted items, swords, armor, garb, etc. — start at $50 per photo with a five photo minimum. non-exclusive, limited commercial licensing for photos to be used on websites and/or social media is included. additional licensing may be purchased.✧ group portrait sessions — perfect for hema clubs, sca groups, larp/dnd groups, etc. — start at $75 per person, with five finished photos delivered for each person. additional photos may be purchased. includes up to two hours of roundtrip travel from my current location.
additional offerings — rates vary based on the scope of the project. please get in touch below to inquire and discuss details.✧ event photography for hema tournaments, sca events, renaissance faires, etc.
✧ location photography for parks, historic sites, farms, venues, lodging, etc.
✧ custom work or photo licensing for book/album covers
✧ music/sound features for videos
✧ fine art prints — available here
first steps for portrait sessions
✧ send me your request and ideas using the email form at the bottom of this page. i may follow up with a few questions to gather details that will help bring your story to life. at this stage, i can also help with styling, scouting out locations, etc. you may optionally also share a moodboard to help convey your vision.✧ once we confirm the details of your photoshoot, you will sign a contract and make a $100 deposit to secure your booking.
kind words from the community ♥
“thank you so much for the amazing shoot and the professional instructions you gave me! i usually feel awkward in front of the camera but not during this shoot.” —a.s.
“these are stunning… i might cry. genuinely so beautiful. your settings/editing/posing are unmatched. and the one where i’m sitting might be the best pic anyone’s ever taken of me.” —l.d.
“i think a lot of people, when they were very small, kind of wanted to be you when they grew up. you bring to life that ethereal otherworldly vibe in your pictures that makes people yearn for an alternate reality… i definitely felt that when i read tolkien. and i think your photography kind of pushes the same buttons.” —r.f.s.
what's your story?
get in touch
coming soon
swords for photoshoots
available to rent for $50 each.
reyna
queen of swords, bestowed upon the worthy by the lady of the lake.
albion
classic knightly arming sword, perfect for slaying dragons or wooing your lover.
estel
anduril’s sleek cousin, favored companion of time travellers and fantasy adventurers alike.
adeline
rapier with a floral patterned guard, perfect for all your swashbuckling dreams.
dresses and more
titania
adjustable wrap dress that can comfortably fit sizes xs-m. lightweight silk and cotton layers that flow beautifully in wind and water. available to rent for $40.
mebh
romantic gown with a flexible waist that can fit sizes xs-m. soft billowy fabric in a warm golden color. can optionally be paired with embroidered linen stays (approximately size xs). available to rent for $40.
(freebie) my camping lantern
a beautiful, vintage style railroad lantern that goes with me almost everywhere. free to borrow for photoshoots.
