Your Life, Your Story, Your Memories.
An Unforgettable Photography Experience.
Documentary Photographer | Wedding Photographer | Family Photographer
Kansas City | Worldwide
The minutes of your life are passing at breakneck speed.
Do you feel it?
How will you preserve your most important days and memories?
Your Personal Storyteller,
Biggest Hype Gal,
Taco Aficionado,
Protector of Peace
and friendly neighborhood Spiderman photographer
Hey there! I’m Merry, but my close people call me Mer.
Telling your story in a way that rings true is way simpler when you’re comfy with me, so I’ll make you a deal: you can call me Mer, and I’ll tell you my favorite sing-at-the-top-of-my-lungs jam.
Lately, I’m all about the Red Clay Strays! Wondering Why, I’m Still Fine, Stone’s Throw… Can’t go wrong in my book.
What’s at the top of your playlist right now? Music goes a long way to setting us at ease, and the more relaxed you feel, the more your photos will feel like you! I’m all for a little customized session playlist when it fits, so be sure to tell me your favs!
Kansas City, Kearney, Liberty, North Kansas City, Overland Park, St. Joseph, Lawrence, Lee’s Summit, Parkville, Weston, Dearborn, Platte City, Mission and beyond
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Kansas City, Kearney, Liberty, North Kansas City, Overland Park, St. Joseph, Lawrence, Lee’s Summit, Parkville, Weston, Dearborn, Platte City, Mission and beyond 〰️
Kindest Words from Lovely People
Here’s what past clients have to say about working with me…
What I Do
Families
From your closest few to the whole dang crew, families are high on my list of favorite work. Rally your people and get ready for family photos you actually enjoy. Multi-generational sessions (I call them Legacy Sessions) are so much fun; I love documenting the sweet relationships between grandparents and grandchildren, cousins, and the whole noisy gang!
Family Sessions are for one nuclear family, and begin at $775 for Family, Maternity, Fresh48, or Lifestyle-at-Home Newborn Sessions.
Legacy Sessions are for an extended family and begin at $1100. We’ll get great photos of the whole crew together, Grandma and Grandpa with the grandkids, cousins together, siblings, individual family groupings, and more. This is the session you book when you want to fill a wall with beautiful photos of all the people you love.
Weddings & Elopements
The most exciting day of your life is here! I offer complete wedding day or wedding weekend coverage to capture every exquisite detail you never want to forget. Whatever shape your day takes, I’ll be right there, supporting you, keeping things moving when they need to move, and slowing down for a breath when you need it. I accept just eight weddings per calendar year, so if you’d like to work with me shoot me an email to see if I’m available for your date!
Intimate wedding and elopement wedding packages are available from $4000.
The average investment for full-size weddings is $7500-$12000.
Couples
Whether you’re capturing a proposal, engagement, anniversary, or documenting your love in a new season, I’ll treat you to a sweet experience enjoying your love in a beautiful setting you’ll both fall for. Cityscapes, sweeping vistas, sunsets, or at home in your space, my couple sessions are perfect for every stage of love.
From $800
Graduating Seniors
Whatever your next steps might be, you are worth celebrating! You’ll share a little about what makes you, YOU, I’ll spin my best playlist, and we’ll make some magic together. Senior portraits shouldn’t be stuffy or stiff! I promise I’ll do my part to help you loosen up, look great in your photos, and have a good time doing it! We’ll pick the perfect place together and brainstorm outfits and accessories that will take your session to the next level and deliver keepsake photos you can be proud of.
From $800
Kansas City Photography Service Area
I’m proud to work with couples and families throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area, including: Liberty, Kearney, Excelsior Springs, Independence, Kansas City, Lawrence, Lenexa, Mission Hills, Olathe, North Kansas City, Overland Park, Lee’s Summit, Parkville, Platte City, Plattsburg, St. Joseph, Sedalia, Weston, Clinton, Raymore, Belton, Grandview, and the surrounding areas.
If you’re planning your photos or elopement in another location, I’d love to hear about your plans — I travel beyond KC for meaningful stories.
Your photos tell the story you’re writing together.
You need a storyteller who will capture each moment in its truest form, allowing your personality and quirky traits to SHINE.
Let’s be friends! Follow me on Instagram @merryohlerphotography!
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Are you ready to chat? Contact me today to check availability for your wedding or photo session, view my engagement porfolio, or learn more about me!