ABOUT
“You fill up the frame with feelings, energy, discovery, and risk, and leave room enough for someone else to get in there."
- Joel Meyerowitz
BIO
MARIA MARRIOTT earned her degree in Photojournalism in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and went on to graduate from the New York Institute of Photography.
An internationally award-winning photographer, Maria's work has been featured in a variety of publications, which includes a collaboration with noted journalist Elizabeth McCall on
"An Ode to Wild Horses", a photo essay for the publication "Calling All Horse Girls."
Her intimate, minimalistic style, and use of light and movement evoke a sense of emotion and awe in the viewer for the American Wild.
Maria's current concentration uses her art to bring attention to the plight of the American Wild Mustangs.
LETTER
FROM THE ARTIST
MADE IN BRAZIL, established in the USA. A camera loaded with film and a guest bathroom transformed into a dark room were all I needed growing up. The nature surrounding the city, the mystery of the ocean, and the sovereignty of the mountains became my escape from the hectic life in Rio de Janeiro.
From early on my lens searched for the beauty, emotion, and spirit of people and nature. Photojournalism assignments challenged me to create a language in visual story telling, which felt more natural to me than writing.
My love for horses led me to a years-long project tracking and photographing American mustangs throughout the west. Spending countless hours with wild mustangs, observing their dynamics and behavior, revealed to me a (hidden) world that most people don’t realize exists. I am compelled to use my skill as a photographer to share with you what I have seen and to bring awareness to the issue these majestic creatures currently face - the ever present threat to their safety and freedom.
Each person views a photograph from their own unique perspective and emotions, triggered by our own life experiences. My hope is that my work will invite you to wonder, imagine, dream and smile... That you will be inspired to get out and experience the beauty that is the American Wild.
PRESS
Calling All Horse Girls | USA | Fall 2021
Horse & Style Magazine | USA | Summer 2021
65 Degrees Carmel By The Sea Magazina | USA | July/August 2020
Horseman's News | USA | April 2020
Horse Tales | USA | March/April 2020
The Chronicle of the Horse | USA | March 2020
Think Horsemanship 02 | Australia | March 2020
Cowboys & Indians Magazine | USA | February/March 2020
Cowgirl Magazine | USA | January/February 2019
The Horse Report | Australia | December 2018