Small child in mustard yellow ruffled outfit crawls and smiles on ground during autumn photo session.
A child wearing a navy blue dress and brown boots stands in grass with fallen autumn leaves.

Experience

Working with Marissa

I am Marissa, the creative force behind "Ember + Ivory Portraits". I am a 25-year-old mama of two and proud owner of a cozy in-home daycare in Darlington, WI. I specialize in maternity, newborn, birth, children and family portraiture- each session infused with natural light, genuine emotion, and a relaxed fun atmosphere. As a fellow parent, I know how precious these fleeting moments are and I love guiding families through every click, whether we're chasing golden -hour glow, snuggled up in your home, or making studio magic when Wisconsin weather turns gray. My goal is to capture authentic connections and create heirloom images that you and your little ones will treasure for generations.

 

Portfolio Highlights

 

Small child sits in green grass holding a vintage camera with cornfield in background.
A tender moment captured on a forest trail with sunlight filtering through the trees in a dreamy natural setting.

FAQ

01. Are you willing to travel?

Of course! I can travel anywhere in Wisconsin & Northern Illinois!

 

02. Do you travel for destination photos?

 

It depends on the location and distance but it never hurts to ask!

 

03. Can my spouse and/or children be included in maternity photos?

 

This is YOUR session, so you can have whoever you would like included in your photos.

 

04. What should I wear?

 

Long flowy dresses are best for maternity photos, but I also have a client closet available to any clients who may be interested. For family photos, light color schemes look great for outdoor photoshoots.

Ready to connect?

 

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