Brands and websites that turn your work into booked clients

 
Creating nostalgic, cinematic brands for photographers who see the world in vintage reels
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Now booking projects for February 2026 and beyond

Here's how we can work together

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    Full Brand + Website Projects

    The whole shebang — brand identity, website, everything

    When you're ready for the complete transformation. We start from scratch or build on what you already love.

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    Website-Only Projects

    You love your brand, just need the website to match

    Perfect for when your branding feels right but your website... doesn't.

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    VIP Days

    One day, big impact

    Brand refresh, website tweaks, or template setup. Quick fixes when you don't need the full experience.

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    Copywriting Add-On

    Because words matter too

    I can write the copy for your pages so you don't have to stare at a blank screen wondering what to say.

My clients have been featured in...

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The questions everyone asks

What if I'm not tech-savvy at all?
That’s why we’re on Squarespace!♡ Everything's built to be manageable + you get complete training and 30 days of support (because I'm not just going to leave you hanging).

How involved do I need to be?
You make the big decisions and give feedback. I handle all the technical stuff.

Do you work with newer photographers?
Totally, as long as you're serious about professional presentation and get that it's a business investment.

Do you work with photographers outside the Philippines?
Yep! Most of my work happens online anyway. As long as you're good with video calls, location doesn't matter.

How much does website design cost for photographers?
Investment starts at $800 for brand identity, $1,800 for websites, $2,400 for the full package.⊹ ࣪

Payment options?
50% to start, 50% when we're done. Payment plans available if you need them.

services & investment

Design + Development + Strategy.
One person. No miscommunication.

 

Whether you're ready to book your dream clients or you're just tired of your brand feeling off and you just don't know why (right?! We've all been there) — I've got a few ways to help.

 
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What changes when your brand finally feels like you

Clients book faster

Your brand makes the choice feel obvious


You feel confident sharing your work

Your brand actually represents the artist you've become


Referrals happen naturally

People love showing off your beautiful brand


Premium pricing feels justified

Everything looks and feels intentionally crafted


You stop second-guessing yourself

You finally feel proud of what you've built


Let's make this happen
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Bec Zacher
family photographer

Squarespace website + brand identity for a Gold Coast family photographer

My brand and website now feel perfectly aligned with my work—and I couldn’t be happier. Maria took my vision and pushed it further than I could’ve done alone.

– Bec Zacher, Family Photographer

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Here's what I fix for photographers like you

Your photos are stunning. But if your website isn't converting, it's usually one of these things:

Your mobile site feels clunky (and that's where 80% of your traffic is)

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Generic templates that don't showcase your unique style

02


Contact forms that are hard to find

03


No clear journey from "I love this work" to "let's book"

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Copy that could belong to anyone

05


Sounds familiar?

Let’s fix it →

I’m Maria —
the hooman behind Tides Studio.

After 5 years building websites for major brands (think Anomaly Haircare by Priyanka Chopra-Jonas, Mix:Bar New York — stuff you've probably seen in Vogue and Forbes), I decided to focus on photographers who capture life's most meaningful moments.

Why photographers? Honestly, I believe your work documents the stuff that actually matters. Plus, I totally dreamed of being a photographer when I was little ♡

Uh-huh. I've worked with brands you may have seen in Forbes, Target, The New York Times and more.⊹ ࣪ ˖

More about me

Not sure what makes sense for where you're at?
Just tell me what's bugging you about your current situation and we'll figure it out together.

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Sela Volk Studio
Brand + Web Design

“Maria’s branding process was so thoughtful and clear. What I got wasn’t just a logo—it was a full identity that made my brand feel real, cohesive, and confident.

— Sela Volk

Brand identity for a visual poetry photographer

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Ready to stop losing clients to awkward first impressions?

You've already proven you can create work worth premium rates. Now let's build the website that actually supports it.

Fill out the form to get started ♡

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