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Meet Maya & the collective

We craft soulful imagery for couples and creatives seeking cinematic elegance, honest emotion, and artful direction.

Maya
15 years documenting stories
Founder

Hi, Im Maya Rao

I started Maya Studio after years in fashion editorials and filmmaking. Today, my team and I document destination weddings, portrait chapters, and brand narratives around the world.

  • Featured in Vogue, Brides, and Harpers Bazaar
  • Hybrid workflow with digital, 35mm & Super 8 film
  • Works with planners across Europe, Middle East, India, Americas
180+

Weddings & editorials

24

Countries photographed

12

Commissions per year

48h

Proposal turnaround

Philosophy

Artfully candid, editorially composed

Our approach blends documentary instincts with cinematic frames.

Intentional Direction

We guide you lightly, creating space for authentic emotion while ensuring flattering, timeless frames.

Crafted Light

Natural light, flash, and film stocks are chosen to mirror your venues atmosphere.

Heirloom Delivery

Custom albums, museum prints, and digital archives designed to live beyond a screen.

Studio Collective

The Team

Arjun

Arjun

Lead cinematographer

Sasha

Sasha

Associate photographer

Nate

Nate

Production & travel

Aisha

Aisha

Album designer

Press

Featured in

Vogue India Brides Harpers Bazaar Elle The Knot

Lets craft your visual legacy

Tell us about your celebration or portrait vision and well send a custom proposal.