Maya Papaya Pictures

•Ratings include Zola and Google reviews

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Prices start at $5,495

Elopement pricing

Prices start at $3,900

Packages

Prices start at $3,900

About Maya Papaya Pictures

Maya Papaya Pictures

Owner

Your wedding photographer should be a perfect mix of a fly-on-the-wall and a director. Not someone who’s going to yell cut during your ceremony or give you exact directions on how to deliver your vows, but someone who will guide you on this super important day and deliver the photos you’ve been dreaming of. Whether it’s through my specific formulas for creating ideal timelines or managing your family for hassle-free group photos, you’ll experience this direction throughout wedding planning (Pre-Production), your wedding day (Principal Photography), and delivery (Post-Production).

Preserving your most meaningful moments as they unfold like scenes from a movie. With a background in filmmaking, my job is to approach your wedding like I would a film – balancing between the director and a fly-on-the-wall approach. My primary focus is on documenting all of the emotions in the room, that way in the end you get photos that reflect how the day felt, and not just what your shoes looked like.

Services

Services

  • Bride-only session
  • Engagement session
  • Extra hours
  • Image editing
  • Second photographer

Photo formats

  • Digital

Deliverables

  • Digital files
  • Online gallery
  • Same/next-day sneak-peek images
  • Video
  • Wedding album

Maya Papaya Pictures packages

Elopement Package

4 hours

Peak pricing $3,900-5,000

Off-peak pricing $3,900-5,000

Description

This package is perfect couples having intimate weddings, with less than 50 guests. You’ll receive photos from the last hour of getting ready and through the beginning of the reception.

What’s included
  • Up to 4 Hours of Coverage with Maya
  • Online Image Gallery
  • Wedding Planning Assistance
  • Print Release
  • 600 Images Delivered

Traditional Weddings

7 hours

Peak pricing $5,500-7,500

Off-peak pricing $5,500-7,500

Description

My most popular package! This is for couple who are having a more traditional wedding with less than 100 guests attending. Coverage starts during the last hour of getting ready and last through open dancing.

What’s included
  • 7 Hours Of Coverage with Maya
  • Complimentary Engagement Session
  • 48 Hour Sneak Peek + Online Gallery
  • 800 Images Delivered
  • Print Release
  • Wedding Planning Assistance

The Complete Package

10 hours

Peak pricing $7,500-9,000

Off-peak pricing $7,500-9,000

Description

This package is perfect for the couple that wants it all, aka no deadline on coverage! as well as a second photographer to help photograph their day, have your cake and eat it too 😉

What’s included
  • All Day Coverage with Maya
  • Second Photographer Included
  • Complimentary Engagement Session
  • 48 Hour Sneak Peek + Online Gallery
  • 1000 Images Delivered
  • Print Release
  • Wedding Planning Assistance

The Whole Enchilada

7 hours

Peak pricing $9,000

Off-peak pricing $9,000

Description

This package is perfect for the couple that's taking cinematic to the next level with not just photos that tell a story, but video as well. On top of what's included in the traditional photography package, you'll receive 7 hours of videography coverage, a full ceremony edit, and a highlight film (3-5 minutes).

What’s included
  • 7 Hours Of Coverage with Maya
  • Complimentary Engagement Session
  • 48 Hour Sneak Peek + Online Gallery
  • 800 Images Delivered
  • Print Release
  • Wedding Planning Assistance

Reviews

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Rating: 5.0

5.0 out of 5

97 reviews

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    Erika

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 27

    Hire Maya Immediately!!!

    Maya is absolutely incredible! My partner and I get pretty camera-shy, but her positive energy made us feel completely comfortable from the start. She did both our engagement and wedding photos, and the results are beyond stunning. On our wedding day, she was super communicative and had a seamless plan that kept photos moving quickly and smoothly. She captured everything we wanted and more! Maya is organized, thoughtful, and insanely talented. Hire her, not only will you get the most incredible photos, but you’ll also have an amazing experience with a wonderful human. We love you, Maya!

  • MM

    Maisie M.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 20, 2026

    Maya is a joy to be around and work with!

    Maya photographed both our engagement and our wedding. I didn't expect how many people would compliment her personality and presence even before they saw her work! Guests kept coming up to us during and after the wedding to tell us how much they loved her. The photos themselves are just as impressive. Our engagement photos were beautiful, and the preview of our wedding photos is everything we wanted. What I'm most grateful for is how comfortable she made us. I'm not at ease in front of a camera, but Maya is the biggest cheerleader while she's shooting, and by the end of working with her I felt like a model! If you're nervous about being photographed, she's the one you want. She's also great at keeping things moving. Our family photos were so efficient, which meant less time posing and more time celebrating with our guests. If you're considering Maya Papaya Pictures, book her. You'll love your photos and you'll love having her there!!

  • KR

    Katie R.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 20, 2026

    Hate Being Photographed? Maya Is MAGIC!

    I cannot say enough wonderful things about Maya!! I am someone who generally does NOT like photos of myself. I always feel stiff, awkward, and uncomfortable being posed, so finding the right wedding photographer was incredibly important to me. I didn't want to just tolerate my wedding photos. I wanted to LOVE them. And oh my gosh, did Maya deliver!!! We've only received our sneak peeks so far, and I am absolutely OBSESSED. I look so relaxed, natural, and genuinely happy. I look like ME! And I think that speaks volumes about Maya's talent and approach to photography. Rather than putting us in stiff, unnatural poses, Maya has this incredible ability to capture authentic moments and create opportunities for those moments to happen organically. Nothing ever felt forced. She made the entire experience so much fun! And can we talk about what an incredible hype woman she is?! Maya made me feel SO beautiful and confident all day long. She had me feeling like I was absolutely killing it! For someone who usually feels awkward in front of a camera, I cannot overstate how much that meant to me. I knew I wanted beautiful wedding photos, but I didn't realize just how much the person behind the camera could influence how I felt throughout the day. Maya didn't just capture our happiness—she helped create it. I am beyond grateful that we chose her, and I cannot wait to see the rest of our photos. If you're someone who worries about looking awkward in pictures or just wants a photographer who will make you feel like the absolute best version of yourself, Maya is your girl!!

  • J

    Jade

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 13, 2026

    MISS MAYA PAYAYA SLAYS AZ WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

    I'm typing this review out after just receiving ONLY my engagement and courthouse photos and where do I even begin???? So let's take it from the top now y'all!! When we first came across Miss Maya Papaya, I was initially hooked because a) that's a cute rhyme of a name. b) anyone with a rhyme gotta be DIVINE!!! And instincts proved correct because even at our first consultation, Maya was beyond warm, she IMMEDIATELY made my now husband and I feel so comfortable and the vibes were so naturally vibing we could not NOT have her as our photographer!!! Her organization and thoughtfulness when planning out our shoots for the engagement went above and beyond! And once again when we got to the shoot, the vibes OFF THE CHAIN!!! As two normally very shy people, we were jazzing, we were dancing, and just having a great time and as a result were the most beautiful and BEYOND GORGEOUS shots we've ever seen! We tell ourselves we're such dorks and not at all photogenic, but seeing Maya's craft in getting those sweet candid shots...jaws on the FLOOR!!! And then the fun continued for our courthouse photoshoot!! Once again, Maya's energy was beyond infectious that even our wedding party, who are also naturally introverted, come out in ways that was matching the energy and vibe of the day!! And once again, jaws on the FLOOR SLAY THE HOUSE DOWN HOUSTON I AM DECEASED with what came out of it!! And keep in mind at the time of writing this we only have the highlights of these photos. But beyond this, her presence during the wedding ceremony throughout the day was UNMATCHED!! All of our family and friends were so captivated by her energy, her laugh was so infectious, her connection to other people just blows my mind. She really makes you feel like one of the family no matter what groups of life you come from. She is THAT GIRL!!! From the very bottom of our hearts, thank you so so so so SO MUCH for literally making our days so incredibly memorable. Thank you for capturing our best moments and helping us relive one of the best days of our lives!! Truly you're getting more than just a photographer with Maya, you are getting an absolute treasure of a human being who will make your day feel as beautiful and joyous as it absolutely should be. Thank you so much Maya and so much love for you now and forever!!! 3

  • LW

    Lexie W.

    Rating: 5
    •Zola
    •Oct 12, 2026

    Maya Is SIMPLY THE BEST

    We hired Maya Papaya Pictures on about a month’s notice after our first photographer backed out, and I’m so grateful we found her. Maya was warm, professional, and calm, even with a mix of family, friends, and small kids at our courthouse wedding. She made everyone comfortable and got us all cooperating, which is not easy with my parents. We got sneak peeks fast and our full gallery on schedule. Our portraits around downtown and in front of the Orpheum Theatre turned out beautifully. My parents are still raving about her. Five stars, and I’d book her again in a heartbeat!

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Typically, couples book me about 13 months before their wedding date. I encourage you to reach out as soon as possible about my availability, even if you’re planning on a shorter time frame.
Definitely. All final images will be edited for color, saturation, exposure, and sharpness to ensure they look beautiful. I also offer retouching services like blemish removal and teeth whitening for an additional charge.
There will always be an option to add-on a second photographer, although some packages might have one included already! I’m extremely comfortable photographing weddings alone, however, there are of course many advantages to having an extra set of eyes and camera during your day. The main advantage being the ability to be in two places at once during the entire day, 2 viewpoints during the ceremony, and cocktail hour coverage during couple portraits, etc). Ultimately, this decision depends on your personal preference, wedding timeline, and other details. We can talk through it all together :)
Yes, I contract the video shooting to a trusted vendor but I do the video editing.
My turnaround time varies by season. Typically, you’ll be able to view your photos online about 10-12 weeks after your wedding. Within this time, you can also expect an online gallery with high-resolution image files, so you can share the photos with your loved ones and order prints.
You can expect about 50 to 100 images per hour of photographing. But keep in mind this estimate varies depending on your wedding package, number of guests, venue type, and other factors.
I do! Just let me know if your venue requires a certificate of liability, and I’ll send that over to them.
In my 10 years of experience as a wedding photographer, I’ve never canceled a booking. In the very rare event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding, I’ll make sure you’re covered by one of my colleagues or my contracted assistant. I’ll also provide you with a list of photographers from the many networking groups I’m in, so you can find the perfect replacement.

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