Destination film wedding photographer

Here to tell your epic tale while creating art.

Marissa is recognized for her ability to capture weddings with both artistry and authenticity, making her a trusted choice for couples across the Midwest and beyond. With years of experience blending film and digital, she has refined a signature approach that feels timeless, heartfelt, and effortlessly elegant.

Her photography is best described as editorial yet emotional, with an emphasis on preserving the moments that matter most. She believes every wedding deserves to be documented with care and intention, creating images that are not only beautiful, but that allow her couples to relive their day exactly as it felt.

Marissa Belle

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About my clients:

My clients come from all corners of the globe, yet they share some wonderful traits. They constantly make each other laugh, love exploring new cuisines and destinations, and cherish their families deeply. They envision a chic, classic celebration but are excited to let loose and dance with their closest friends by night’s end. While they appreciate the details and fashion of their wedding day, they know that love is what truly matters. They are warm, compassionate, and inclusive, embracing people from all walks of life, regardless of race, sexual orientation, or beliefs.

Lauren & Ross

"MARISSA IS SUCH A TALENT. SHE REALLY PUT US AT EASE"

On top of the beautiful moments she captures, she is so fun to be around - I can’t count how many times we were laughing our heads off! She has such an eye for detail and made the posing extremely easy. If you’re looking for someone who can adapt to difficult environments and make lemonade from lemons, Marissa is your girl. In spite of the unexpected rainy weather, our engagement photos turned out magical. I look forward to working with her in the future - she has been and will continue to be my go-to for moments that matter!

Allie & Tyler

"MARISSA WAS A DREAM TO WORK WITH."

Marissa was a dream to work with. She communicated with us through every step of the way, made sure we were comfortable, and helped us with poses. Our engagement and wedding pictures are incredible and more than we ever hoped for. Our wedding party and guests are still talking about how funny, fun, and light hearted she was!
I searched for months for the perfect photographer, and if you’re doing the same, I encourage you to go with Marissa, you won’t regret it!

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Known for her film-forward style and emotive approach, Marissa has spent years preserving love stories with depth and elegance. Follow along @marissabellephotography