Business Details
11 Years
experience
Kansas City Documentary Photographer for Families & Weddings
Merry Ohler Photography has been dedicated to capturing life's most meaningful moments through documentary-style photography for over a decade. Our expertise spans weddings, family portraits, senior sessions, and legacy projects, serving clients across Kansas City and surrounding areas. We prioritize authenticity, using a calm, observant approach to document genuine connections and emotions. Our commitment to heirloom-quality albums and prints ensures memories endure for generations.With personalized guidance and a focus on client comfort, we transform photography sessions into joyful, stress-free experiences. Our work has been featured in publications and displayed in homes worldwide, reflecting our passion for storytelling through imagery.
Services
Wedding Photography
Family Portraits
Senior Portraits
Newborn Sessions
Engagement Photography
Legacy Albums
Maternity Photography
Elopement Coverage
Multi-Generational Portraits
Lifestyle Documentaries
Details
- Year established: 2015
Highlights and features
- Over 10 years documenting weddings, families, and milestones across Kansas City.
- Documentary approach captures candid moments without staged posing.
- Personalized guidance for session planning and timeline coordination.
- Heirloom-quality albums and prints designed for generational preservation.
- Serves Kansas City metro area including Liberty, Overland Park, and Lees Summit.
What people say
Stunning candid moments
Professional and caring
Captured our personalities
Stress-free experience
Heirloom-quality albums
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments from intimate backyard ceremonies to grand venue celebrations. Our approach blends into the background while preserving emotional details through candid imagery. We serve Kansas City venues like Union Station and The Abbott, offering timeline planning assistance and heirloom album design. Sessions start at $3,500 for full-day coverage.
Family Portraits
Multi-generational family photography focused on natural connections in home or outdoor settings. Sessions include personalized planning for attire and locations, with emphasis on creating timeless heirlooms. Pricing ranges from $375 for basic sessions to $875 for extended family coverage with album options.
Senior Portraits
Authentic senior photography emphasizing individual personality through location-based storytelling. Sessions include pre-shoot consultation for outfit selection and location choices, with guidance on posing that feels natural. Packages start at $375, with senior-specific planning resources available.
Newborn Photography
In-home newborn photography capturing organic moments during the first two weeks of life. We focus on family bonding without props or staged setups, offering both Fresh48 hospital sessions and lifestyle home visits. Services start at $375 with optional studio use available for additional fees.
Elopement Packages
Elopement photography services for small ceremonies ranging from urban settings to private estates. Includes timeline coordination assistance and coverage of pre-ceremony preparations. Packages start at $1,800, with travel options available for destination elopements beyond Kansas City.
People
Merry Ohler
Lead Photographer
Documentary photographer with over a decade of experience capturing Kansas City weddings and families. Specializes in authentic storytelling through candid imagery, with a background in homeschooling and Christian ministry.
Jamie Ohler
Second Shooter
Photography assistant and marketing director with experience in wedding documentation and business development. Collaborates on client consultations and post-production processes.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We focus on documentary-style photography with minimal posing, emphasizing authentic moments and emotional storytelling across weddings, families, and senior portraits.
Do you offer printed products?
Yes, we provide heirloom-quality albums, wall art, and prints designed to preserve your memories for generations.
How far in advance should sessions be booked?
Weddings typically book 12-18 months ahead, while family/senior sessions require 2-3 months' notice for optimal availability.
What locations do you serve?
We primarily serve Kansas City and surrounding areas including Liberty, Overland Park, Lees Summit, and Lawrence, with occasional travel for destination events.
How do you ensure client comfort during sessions?
Our approach includes personalized planning consultations, relaxed direction, and prompts to help families and couples feel natural in front of the camera.
