Merry Ohler Photography

At Merry Ohler Photography, we specialize in documenting life's special moments with integrity and beauty. Our style focuses on capturing unposed, unscripted moments, blending candid documentary photography with artistic storytelling. We provide joyful documentary photography services to Kansas City and the surrounding areas, including wedding, elopement, family, senior, maternity, newborn, and fine art photography.

Our Story

As a documentary photographer, I'm dedicated to capturing the authenticity of life's milestones, from the intimate exchange of marriage vows to welcoming a new life. My passionate focus is on telling your story, with all its unique, candid moments. My goal is to document your day with integrity and beautiful images, without interfering with your memories.

Our Services

We offer a range of services, including custom timeline planning, location scouting, professional editing, and personalized guidance. Every wedding and photo session includes:

• Personal, custom timeline planning assistance
• Location scouting
• Professional editing for white balance, color correction, clarity, and density
• Attire guidance
• Final images delivered as digital files in high-resolution for large format printing

What to Expect

When you work with us, you can expect custom, personalized guidance every step of the way. From choosing the optimum date and time for your photo session to location scouting, attire guidance, session preparation tips, and more, we're here to guide you to your best possible experience. With over 100 weddings and countless portrait sessions under our belt, we're happy and willing to provide creative ideas and tips upon request to help you make your wedding your own.

Meet Merry

I'm Merry Ohler, a Kansas City-based documentary photographer with a passion for capturing life's special moments. When I'm not behind a camera, I love spending time outdoors with my family or creating something new. My husband Jamie is my partner in every sense, and we're blessed with four amazing children. We serve Jesus and strive to live a life that honors Him.