TESTIMONIALS


"Some of the most unusual and fun shots from a creative, ever. 

Mariela is so inspired, flexible, professional, and is a joy to work with. 

I look forward to another shoot someday with her!" - Francesca A.


" I am rating MFFphotography 5 stars! Because she truly is the definition of pro photographer. She is lovely to work with and I instantaneously felt right at home in her studio. She empowers women and men alike and I felt sexy during my boudoir experience. I love having her images in my modeling portfolio because they show off my character. Casting directors love them because they show my range. She had a quality makeup artist and stylist on site and she planned ahead so we knew what we were getting. I would recommend her to a large range of clients because she captures personality and life so well. I was permitted to have my mother as a escort. I was emailed promptly of what I needed to bring. If I had any concerns or questions she replied almost instantly. I never felt in the dark about any single aspect of the shoot. What I just listed to me are the keys to being a successful and QUALITY photographer. She does a number of deals throughout the year and I don't think its enough money for the amount of time and energy she puts in. 

I would recommend her to anyone who is looking to build their range in their portfolio. Her credentials do not lie." - Sara Elise


Fue una experiencia muy grata trabajar con Mariela. Ella es muy profesional y amable, ella domina muy bien el español, lo cual fue de mucha ayuda para mi. En total, me sentí muy cómoda trabajando con ella, ella me ayudaba a arreglar la postura y se preocupaba de cada mínimo detalle. Si estudio esta muy grande y perfecto para lo que necesitábamos. Las fotos me encantaron, definitivamente quiero volver!!!! - Daniela S.


"I had the best time working with MFFphotography! 

The team was professional & did a great job keeping the vibes upbeat so that we could produce some AMAZING work! - Deonna Banks


"Working with Mariela was an amazing experience- it was as professional as you would want while having the comfort of hanging with a good friend that you've known for years. She's talented behind a camera and works at whatever level of experience the model is at with patience and enthusiasm. You can tell she really loves what she does! I'm grateful to have worked with her, as it was filled with helpful tips for an aspiring model, positive reinforcement that I hadn't received with anyone else I've worked with, and an awesome new friend." - Jeri Aquino


"My shoot with Mariela was the most fun I've had in a long time! Not only did I receive great images but I learned so many new things to help me in my modeling career! Thank you so much Mariela! I had a GREAT time & look forward to working with you again!" - Megan Baldwin


"Mariela was a pleasure to work with, she has a great personality and very patient. 

She also is great at posing her models!" - Ivan Ramirez


"Mariela is incredible! She is so talented and produced amazing photos! 

She’s also so nice , and really fun to work with! I am very happy with my experience 

and would recommend her to anyone looking to get quality photos taken!" - Beau Lazear


"Mariela is the one of the best photographers I've ever worked with! She is such a wealth of knowledge and I have learned so much from her! She is a true inspiration as she is truly passionate about what she does and will work tirelessly. She is positive and the work she produces amazes me every time. She is extremely professional and is a breeze to with." - Krysta Medley



"Mffphotography treats you like a star, makes you feel comfortable in your skin and brings out the best you for the camera. 

Dedicated, professional and quality work. Will recommend her 100%!" - Soribel Diaz


"I was one of her first male models, years ago, when Mariela was first starting out. She was really nice and respectful to me and it was real fun to work with her. I would be honored to work with her again in the future." - Justin Diaz


"She had very fun cool vibes very humble person right off she made me feel very welcome and got me out of my shell of being shy in front of a camera which is pretty hard for me being shy but she did it so well & she also gave great constructive criticism overall I had such i great time and didn't wanna go home!!" - Erika Blakely


"Working with Mariela was amazing! She has a wonderful spirit & is very talented at what she does. 

She works with you, not against you! and her edits are insane by the way!! - Jessica Jones


"Mariela was my first photo shoot ever, and honestly I'd never jump into it with anyone else like I did with her. Of course I was feeling nervous and a lot of anxiety, but as soon as she started doing what she does. Everything went perfect! She helped me the whole time, made me feel comfortable, AND TONS OF SMILES & LAUGHS! Such a beautiful soul. She's the best at it <3 and she started this modeling journey for me and still helps me a lot! If there were 1,000 stars on this things I give her that much <3!!" - Lexie Sapp


"Mariela Feliz Fernandez years of age belies her immense photographic talent. This Dominican Photographer specializes in fashion and portraiture shots. Her captivating images show her off to be a dynamic storyteller, narrating through the lens and offering the viewer a glimpse of the world as she captures it. Whilst interpretation of each shot may differ, the question of the photographer’s giftedness is certainly a matter of no dispute."  - Koko Magazine


"I always love working with Mariela. I have met so many amazing people in the modeling/photography business because of her. If you are looking to work with her as a client, a model, or and artist, you are looking in the right place." - Leanne Donton


"Working with MFFPHOTOGRAPHY was a very fun and comfortable experience! 

She was extremely helpful with keeping me on the right path and using a variation of poses. 

I loved all of the images she gave me, and if you work with her you will have a great time with some rad pictures :)!" - Hannah S.


" Mariela, I can not thank you enough for all of your work! I had a fabulous time doing the shoot with you. The finished product is more amazing that I could have ever imagined. My boyfriend was so so so surprised, shocked, thrilled and amazed-he still tells me every day how beautiful the photos are-and let's just say I'm now famous at his job because of some of the photos he posted inside of his locker! Everything was perfect and beautiful. I couldn't have done it without you! Again, because I feel like I can't tell you enough-THANK YOU! I will always remember what you have done for me and I will always refer you to anyone in need of a photographer because you are truly the best. The Boudoir Shoot was an amazing experience and you (and your team) made the experience unforgettable. Thank you for your trust, talent, professionalism, timeliness dedication, hard work and most importantly the photographer-client relationship we developed during the whole process. I look forward to working with you in the future & I hope our finished product has brought you more success! You deserve so much in your career and I know your dedication will bring you all that you deserve and more! "People like you add little touches of color and warmth to life." - Alyssa H.


"My first photo shoot as an aspiring model and I am glad I chose Mariela! Her sense of humor is out of this world and she's very helpful with posing, styles, and makeup. I'd recommend anyone looking to start a portfolio like myself, to book her! "- Essence LeGrande.


"Mariela was absolutely lovely to work with. As someone who's never done any kind of modeling before, she was great at making me feel incredibly comfortable. It was very laid back and fun. She was so good at relieving any kind of self-consciousness I might have felt. Also, her toddler was around for a little bit, and she just might be the cutest thing in the world. The pictures turned out absolutely stunning and I loved working with her. I can't wait to see even more of what she produces. Would recommend times a million!" -  Cole Brewton

"Mariela is a Santo Domingo born Dominican Freelance photographer who, since she was 13 years old, has been passionate about making photographs of people. To learn the craft she started with self-portraits then naturally progressed into working with clients, surrounded by a creative team, making her ideas for glamour and portrait photographs a reality. Her work is intense, emotionally deep and visually striking fashion, furthermore one can truly see her personality in each photograph she creates." - OdCloneno.com


"Wonderful photographer to work with. Very skilled in taking flattering photos regardless of body type, age, etc. 

Extremely pleasant to work with, I felt very comfortable and secure during my shoot and enjoyed the direction given to me. 

Would highly recommend her for any photoshoot needs one may have!" - Yevgeniya B.


"I am so so so pleased and in love with my bridal portraits! An all-around awesome person. 

I would highly recommend her to anybody I know especially my close friends." - Crystal C.


"I have been admiring her work since they the first day she posted pictures online. I have seen her growth as a photographer, she is unbelievable talented. There are so many talented photographers out there but your work proofs that you're one the finest ones... Congratulations!!! Don't Stop!!!! This world needs you to perpetuate its beauty." - Manuel F.


"I truly enjoyed working with photographer Mariela. She's is super professional while keeping a creative and relaxed environment. 

The images you receive are beautiful and crisp. 

She has an amazing eye when it comes to editing, composition and expression." - Kelly Lee Dekay


"Well...there is always something intrinsically brilliant, as well as scary about ''wunderkinds'' around the world. Mariela's work speaks of many things; youth, experiment, fear as well as bravery, pure life and dirty streets. There is a decadent touch of her brush up against that worldly canvas taken there and given to us here...u can almost smell it, like visual thick oil that most of her work possesses. It symbolizes passing youth yet eternal theme, poorness that is the ''here and now'' yet fullness that is that which keeps returning through ages in many shapes and forms... And that is exactly life; here portrayed through faces and often brutal violent expressions of young people. This girl likes raw material, no doubt about. It speaks loudly to her, as well as others who aren't too aristocratic to see and perceive the meaning behind the flow of life, faces, hair-dos, smiles and piercings." - PHOTO DESIGN MARINKOVIC.


"Mariela did the best photographs of my little girl that I have ever owned!!! I will use her every year!! Seriously my little girl looks like she should be on a magazine cover!! By far the best photography experience ever!!!" - Kristina H.


"Absolutely loved working with Mariela. As a model, I felt so comfortable in my own skin, and gave me the confidence to love my body that much more. She's not just a fantastic photographer, she's an amazing modeling coach, as well. 

Highly, HIGHLY recommend booking her now. Thank you my love for the incredible portraits! <3 " - Elizabeth A.


"El ser humano desea trascender, dejar huella en lo que hacemos, Mariela logra perfectamente retratar momentos únicos, íntimos, sublimes, rebeldes, pasear por su galería es sin duda un deleite para las emociones y siempre logra sorprender con algo nuevo, creativo, genial, me siento feliz de haberla encontrado en el universo Flickr y ciertamente espero ver muchas mas de sus creaciones..." -  Lord V (Mexico)


"This was one of the most memorable and meaningful experiences to me. Mariela really is a caring and loving spirit who makes you feel her passion. My daughter and I had such a wonderful experience! Mariela was very responsive to all my questions leading up to the shoot and supported me throughout the shoot. I'm sure she got tired of telling me chin down and face forward (lol) but you would have never guessed. I can't wait to see the finished product! Would and have recommend her!!" - Julie R.


"I had a great time shooting with MFFPHOTOGRAPHY. Shes really nice and knows how to make the environment of the shoot confortable and enjoyable. Some of the pictures she took of me got published in ''Elements Magazine'' witch was exciting. 

Her work its great. Totally recommend her :)." - Karla Del Orbe.


"Mariela is easily the most passionate and comfortable photographer I have had the pleasure of working with. 

Her wit and humor makes for the most easy going atmosphere during her sessions. 

I had never felt so open and relaxed during any other session. I would do anything to work with her again." - Justine R. 


"In the last 20 years, I have worked with many photographers, BUT Mariela is one of the most vibrant, creative, easy going and cheerful photographers I have worked with. She makes her subjects feel at ease, they actually forget they are working as Mariela works in such an effortless and energetic manner that time and place is forgotten. Mariela loves her job and it shows always in her stunning results, she captures her subjects true beauty and glory. She is a High-End skilled photographer with affordable prices. I can recommend Mariela to you a 1.000.000 and more! She is a gem!!! - Annette Braegas


"Between her professionalism, passion and overall comforting personality Mariela just seems to bring out the best in people! She always gets you in the zone. she's constantly pushing, motivating and instructing to get that amazing shot . Killer person and killer photography. She did my pregnancy shoot as well and she made me feel super comfortable and really guided me through the whole thing! Also did a personal shoot with her and she is really the confidence builder and manages to get the most flattering shots! Also know her as a partner and as a friend, couldn't recommend a better person!" - Audrey V.

"This was my first photoshoot I've ever done and I really couldn't have asked for a better person to photograph with . I've heard multiple amazing reviews from people who have have worked with her but never had my own experience until now . Mariela is not only professional and ridiculously talented but she's one of the nicest and most helpful people I've ever met . She did her very best to ensure that I was 100% comfortable and had a great time . I did not even feel like we were doing a photoshoot I just felt like I was hanging out enjoying time with a good friend . When I got my pictures back I was shocked by how not only beautiful the photos were but at how she made the pictures right for me . She knew and understood what I liked and what I didn't like and with every single picture she hit it spot on . I would 100% recommend her to anyone who is looking for someone who is not only talented at photography but who is amazing with people as well . 

I will most definitely be working with her again." - Stacy paz


"Mariela and her team not only gave us a wonderful set of photos we will cherish forever, they made the experience of taking those photos memorable too! Not only is Mariela an excellent photographer, the entire process, having a make-up artist and hairstylist get you all dolled up as part of the fun, made this an exciting day!" - Leiah N.


"Mariela is one of the best photographers I have ever worked with. She took the time to make me feel comfortable in front of the camera. The photos came out absolutely beautiful and I am so happy that I'll have them to cherish forever. Her vision was astounding and the weeks leading up to the shoot she kept in touch with me regarding outfits and what to expect. I cannot wait to use her again." - Aubrey B.


"Well, when I booked my first photoshoot with Mariela, I wasn't really having any expectations because I knew she was my brother's friend and I was just looking to have fun and try it out, but once we got down to business (and after the real shoot), I realized that those might be the best pictures someone had taken of me at that time. I am in no way a professional model and I was really shy during the shoot, but Mariela was super friendly, professional, and creative, and she helped me with the poses telling me what to do and where to look to make sure I looked my best. Mariela made sure that I was completely at ease, and the whole experience was a lot of fun. I really love how the pictures came out, and I would definitely love to work with her again!" - Lisette J.


"I worked with Mariela on one of my first professional photoshoots. 

She was very helpful and it was a very friendly and fun experience. She is also a body positive photographer who created one my favorite photos of me to date, the one that changed the way I looked at my body, and I will always be grateful for that." - Erika Kelley


"Mariela is an exceptional photographer not only did I have the pleasure of being in her work I also have the pleasure of being her friend her work is extraordinary she sees things in pictures that not a lot of photographers are able to capture she brings out the beautiful and unseen things in pictures I recommend her for any special and family occasion she will make you feel so welcome and comfortable with yourself her beautiful soul really makes everything beyond comfortable." - Stephanie M.


"Mariela is so creative and passionate, it makes it really fun to work with her. She is very professional and she makes you feel comfortable while shooting. I've worked with her twice and both times the pictures came out amazing. The two shoots were very different, one was for modeling T-shirts and one was family portraits. Any scenario or event, I guarantee you she will capture it beautifully." - Claudia F.


"Seriously my favorite photographer. She's so professional and her work is incredible! 

I was signed to a major agency shortly after receiving my photos from our shoot!!" - April Hall


"Mariela has such an effortless talent when shooting. Professional, friendly, organized, and on time, she is truly a treat to shoot with! Her experience with both agency models and cute babies allows her portfolio to shine with diversity. 

Stylish, real, and vibrant." - Lavish Samantha


"She is so talented, creative, professional and friendly. Working with her was something I will never forget. I felt so comfortable, beautiful and supported during my shoot. The photos that came from our time together gave me so much confidence, a feeling every one should experience. If you have any doubt about this woman's work, put it aside and go for it. She is a true artist." - Theresa Coticcio 


"Mariela is a true artist that brings a creative twist to her photoshoots and makes the experience fun and interesting for everyone involved :)" - Samantha Marcil


"Working with Mariela was great! I had the opportunity to do makeup on one of her models. She is so talented and great at giving direction. Her pictures are amazing & she has so many unique ideas. Can't wait to work with her again!" - Jacobi Poesch


""MY GIRL!!! Mariela is a dream to work with. Shooting with her is so laid back. She produces beautiful work and I can't wait to work with her again. Such a wonderful artist! We had a fun, awesome shoot and we got some beautiful pictures. 

This chica knows what she's doing, 1000000/10 recommend!!"- Willa Prescott


"Mariela is a talented photographer, as well as a wonderful person. Her non-judgmental attitude makes you feel so safe and comfortable in what some might see as a self-conscious activity. She's great!" - Katie Carpenter


"On my time working with Mariela it was just amazing, she knows what she is doing and also guides you through it which makes it very comfortable for yourself, high quality pictures and a lot of integrity in her work. 

She is very creative and loves all looks, she can make anyone look badass!!" - Bonnie Sue

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