Portrait Photographer & Memory Maker

Hey Y'all!

I'm Marlena!
Thanks for stopping by my little corner of the internet. :-)

Photography came naturally to me, I’ve always been attracted to the camera. As a bored only child, I picked up my family’s film camcorder and started recording. Fast forward to high school, I enrolled in a Graphic Design class and discovered the art of self portraiture through digital photography. From there I found that taking beautiful photos of others that they loved proved to be much more worthwhile.


And so, I studied conceptual photography and art in college, and got my Bachelor's degree from VCUarts in Photography & Film, just so I could do this for the rest of my life! I can’t think of a better way to fulfill my purpose on this earth than to create magical, timeless memories for people. I am so fortunate to be able to do so.


fave random things


cats, wine, charcuterie, concerts, flowers, crystals, stickers, and of course, my friends & family ♡

hobbies


Rollerskating, scrapbooking, drawing/painting, playing Animal Crossing + Just Dance

favorite time of year


Autumn is when I feel the most alive! I love the temperature, the fun fall activities, and Halloween is my favorite holiday. I’m pretty good at makeup and love dressing up in different costumes!

personality type


talkative, passionate, creative, organized, timely, fun

I personally designed my logo to fit me and my photographic mission. Each part is important and tells a different story.




The Cat


I LOVE cats. I’m a cat lady at heart. I didn’t have this love until a lost kitten was placed on my lap. My cat Gooby is one of the most important things in my life.




The Moon & Stars


They make me feel infinite, and so small at the same time. Even when we’re gone, the moon and stars will be here. Time is precious, and every moment counts. It’s SO important to capture it.




The Greenery


Representative of life, growth, and a continuous cycle. Never ending. And, green is my favorite color!





If it’s a match, let’s get started! I’m so ready to capture your precious memories.

Follow me on Instagram
@memoriesbymarlenallc