Phenomenal Job. Made everyone comfortable and confident in the photos. And the photos turned out wonderful
Darren Maurice (DM) Photography
Great value
- 129 hires
- Based in Upper Marlboro, MD
- 6 years in business
- 1 employee
- Responds in about 20 minutes
- Background checked
About Darren Maurice (DM) Photography
Hi, I’m Darren, the photographer behind DM Photography. For more than 13 years, I’ve been capturing the moments that matter most to people—proposals, engagements, celebrations, and the natural interactions that make an event meaningful. My style is simple: authentic, natural, and story-driven. Rather than heavily staged photos, I focus on capturing real moments as they unfold—the laughter between friends, the emotion of a proposal, or the quiet in-between moments that people often remember most. Clients often tell me they appreciate how comfortable and relaxed the experience feels, even if they aren’t used to being in front of the camera. I regularly photograph: • Engagements and surprise proposals • Events and celebrations • Portrait and lifestyle sessions When you work with me, you can expect: • Clear and professional communication from inquiry to delivery • A relaxed, guided experience during the shoot • Carefully edited, high-quality images • A fast and reliable turnaround time Whether you’re planning a proposal, celebrating an important milestone, or simply want portraits that feel natural and meaningful, my goal is to create images that help you relive the moment long after the day has passed. If that sounds like the experience you’re looking for, I’d love to connect and learn more about what you’re planning.
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Darren Maurice Photography is a wonderful company to work with, Mr. Maurice is very talented, professional and helpful!! He went above and beyond during my event in March 2026!! I would definitely recommend his service to others!!😊😎🙌🏽
Darren was responsive and let me know exactly what he would provide. He showed up on time, blended in and took amazing shots. It was as if he wasn't there at all, but he was (if that makes sense). He caught so many moments that would have been missed. I will definitely keep him in mind for future events.
Our original photographer for my sister’s bachelorette party had to pull out at the last minute and we were left without anyone. I messaged Darren the night before the event and he was extremely responsive and saved the day! He did a great mixture of candid and staged photos just as we were hoping. The album he provided was timely, a great value and captured the night beautifully. Would recommend!
Darren was very responsive and professional throughout the process. During the photo session, he made everything easy and comfortable for both my fiancée and me, and the photos turned out great. Overall, he was great to work with.
I wish I could choose all the reasons I loved working with Darren! he helped us out in a pinch, was so accommodating, and we will continue to work with him in the future!
Darren was an absolute life saver. With only about 12 hours notice after an unexpected change in photographers, he stepped in for my surprise engagement shoot in Annapolis and completely exceeded every expectation. His responsiveness was incredible, and the level of professionalism he brought on such short notice was remarkable. From the moment we connected, Darren made me feel completely comfortable and confident in both him and his work. He took the time to truly get to know my fiancée and me before the shoot, which made the entire experience feel natural and personal. He was extremely accommodating with both the location and the timing, especially given the circumstances. During the post-surprise portion of the shoot, Darren’s direction was exceptional. I’m not someone who typically enjoys being in front of a camera, yet he made me feel like a pro with his clear guidance, helpful tips, and easygoing demeanor. His ability to put us at ease and bring out our best moments was outstanding. Most importantly, my fiancée is absolutely in love with the photos. We genuinely could not have imagined a better outcome, and none of it would have been possible without Darren’s unbelievable talent, professionalism, and dedication. I could not recommend him more highly. If you’re looking for someone who responds quickly, provides fantastic direction, makes you feel comfortable, and delivers exceptional photos, Darren is the photographer you want.
Darren took my graduation pictures and he was great! He came prepared with research and ideas depending on the theme I asked him for, he was extremely detailed with the pictures and wouldn’t move on to the next pose until he made sure that the previous one was perfect. I highly recommend Darren for everyone he truly is great and extremely professional and clearly loves what he does. - Matilda
I recently hired Darren for a funeral event, and I cannot express enough how grateful I am for their professionalism and sensitivity. This was an all-day event spanning three different locations, which required careful coordination. What impressed me most was how they managed to be present and attentive without being intrusive, capturing meaningful moments while allowing our family to focus on honoring our loved one. They were incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and patient during this difficult time, ensuring these precious memories were beautifully preserved with care and expertise. I highly recommend Darren for any photography needs!
Flexible with schedule & planning Has creative ideas when it comes to pictures Responded quickly Great work Highly recommend
Darren was awesome. He patiently answered all my questions and gave me suggestions. He was very professional and polite. I appreciate his patience and he delivered excellently. Thank you so much Darren.
We are very pleased with work of Mr. Darren Maurice. He took really great photos and videos of my wedding.
We will, for sure, work with him in our next event too!! Very generous guy!!!
Darren was a pleasure to work with. He was on time, responsive, patient, and friendly. Will definitely be using him again for all my events!
Darren did great work capturing my maternity photos! 10/10 would recommend him for your next photo shoot!!
Maurice did a great job was easy to work with and very prompt!!
Darren was wonderful to work with. I contacted him 4 days before the proposal. He read through all the materials for the event, was prompt with all his responses, filmed our moment incognito and captured the best part with expertise. I would highly recommend Darren to anyone looking for a videographer to work with.
Darren was amazing! I hired him last minute for an elopement, and he was responsive, patient and go with the flow. As an event planner, I had a vision for how I wanted our photos to look and the video to look, and he made endless tweaks per my requests. Amazing, highly recommend!
Darren was easy to work with. We had a great time with him as he shot our family pictures!
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