Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC

my philosophy

your Memories matter

Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC

Life throws enough curve balls and hassles at you as it is. The last thing you need is to feel stressed about is capturing life's moments. My goal is to make you feel comfortable, loved and taken care of. That way, when it's time to photograph your life the only thing you need to do is live.

 

WEDDING & PORTRAIT PHOTOGRAPHER BASED IN KANSAS CITY

 

Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC
Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC

Testimonials

"Mary Beth is an absolute gem of a photographer—thoughtful, talented, and a complete joy to work with. She captured our NYC elopement with such heart and artistry that I still tear up looking at the photos. Every frame felt like it belonged in a magazine but somehow still felt deeply personal. Since then, she’s also photographed our family, and those photos are just as magical. Whether it’s a once-in-a-lifetime moment or everyday family chaos, Mary Beth knows how to find the beauty in it all. I can’t recommend her enough."

adrienne + Colin

"Truly the best decision we made for our wedding was hiring Mary Beth as our photographer. She made us feel comfortable, seen and heard throughout the entire process, from our first call to the last moments of our reception. We wanted our wedding photos to feel timeless, natural and embody who we are as a couple, and Mary Beth couldn't have done a better job capturing our vision. Mary Beth is an incredible photographer, but even more so, she is an absolute joy to work with. Mary Beth is the utmost professional, captures beautiful images, and becomes your friend from the very beginning - we couldn't recommend Mary Beth highly enough!"

Carolyn + Matt

"We’ve been working with Mary Beth for over 10 years, and she’s become so much more than just our photographer; she’s a part of our story. From our wedding day to yearly family sessions, she’s captured the little moments that have become some of our most cherished memories. Her calm, kind presence puts everyone at ease, and her photos aren’t just beautiful images - they bring us right back to how we felt in those moments. We’re so grateful for her talent, her heart, and the way she’s helped us preserve our family’s journey."



kathryne + Scott


Testimonials

"If there’s one thing i was not concerned about on my wedding day, it was my photographer. Hiring Mary Beth was the easiest decision i made. Her work speaks for itself. She’s professional and makes everyone feel at ease the day of their wedding. I can look back at my wedding photos and feel exactly the way i felt that day. It’s so special to be sent back to those moments by looking at pictures."


Whitney + Andy

"Mary-Beth not only captured the joy, love, and beauty that existed on our special day, but she was also an absolute DREAM to work with. She listened, was helpful and kind in her direction, and made me feel so comfortable. The pictures came quickly, and they are truly breathtaking. I couldn’t be happier with my choice in photographer."

Naomi + Elijah

"Mary Beth captured beautiful, timeless images of our wedding day that I will treasure forever. Throughout the entire process, booking to receiving the pictures, she made us feel so at ease to a part of wedding planning that was incredibly important to us through her strong communication and organization. She’s personable and creative and I would recommend her as a photographer for your life’s big and small moments."

Julie + Matt

Testimonials

"Mary Beth was initially our wedding photographer and we discovered her undeniable talent in that setting. Once we began to have a family and wanted to capture our most important moments, it was without a doubt we chose Mary Beth! She has a way of making you feel so comfortable, cared for and always helps reduce my stress, even when trying to photograph a busy one year old or in the crazy postpartum era. We just love her!"



Carolyn + Caleb

"Mary Beth shot my engagement photos about ten years ago, family photos periodically, and my youngest sisters senior photos. I cannot express how fantastic the quality of her work was back then, but how it has only improved with time. She is truly dedicated to her art. She strives to make her clients feel comfortable no matter the situation, and produces incredible images every session.  I highly recommend her and wish I lived closer so I could use her more often myself."

Amanda + Greg

"Mary Beth brings an incredible blend of talent, professionalism, and warmth to every session. From our wedding day to family photo shoots with our kids, she’s consistently captured the most genuine, beautiful moments. Her eye for detail and ability to put everyone at ease make the experience effortless and the photos are always stunning. I can’t recommend her enough!"


Chelsea + WIll


Photo by Mary Beth Russell KC

Let’s Connect

I'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU AND CHAT ABOUT HOW WE CAN COLLABORATE TO TELL YOUR STORY IN A CREATIVE WAY.Email hello@marybethrussellkc.com