What can I say about Mary? Well, I'm lucky enough to have known her for many years. I caught up with her at our 20th class reunion a few years back and I've been working with her ever since. She has gone out of her way to be extremely flexible with my needs and budget. She is always professional and never fussy. I am the type of person that is a little artsy fartsy. I have all sorts of "ideas" that I like to try. She never says no. She just let's me know what we can pull off and what we can't! She has taken pictures of me, my pregnancy photos, family photos and my newborn pictures of my daughter. There is not a person that has ever seen my pictures that doesn't ask me who took them? Everyone I know wants her as their photographer after seeing what she can do. She is versatile and has an amazing eye for what works. As my daughter grows up, I can't wait to see what she comes up with next. We are very lucky to have her as our photographer. read more

I have known and had Mary as my go-to photographer for almost 6 years. She truly has a special way of being informative, making you feel comfortable, and ultimately, beautiful in front of her camera. During one of our shoots I was a hot, sweaty, pregnant girl who's shoes wouldn't fit. She managed to make me feel and look glamorous and we had a good laugh about the shoes. I highly recommend Mary for any occasion. I have had the pleasure of using her for modeling photos, wedding, maternity, newborn, and anything creative that comes across my mind. I'm happy to know her as both a person and a photographer. She has a knack for capturing the mood and feelings behind a photo and doesn't use boring, standard poses or lighting. Her work truly speaks for itself. With Beautiful Life Studio Photography you will receive a pleasant experience, quality photos, and memories captured for a lifetime. read more

I have been married for 13 years and have three children. I have plenty of experience with all types of photographers and I have to say, none of them hold a match to Mary. Mary can take a family portrait with a hysterically crying toddler and make it look like the most beautiful memory you would want to display on your wall for a lifetime. Even in a boudoir shoot, Mary can make you feel like the most beautiful girl in the world and teach you how to own your unique God given beauty. Mary is kind, amazingly talented, and a person that has passion for what she does. Few people in this world have what Mary has. Mary knows the importance of what she does for the future. She's helping capture memories for future generations and it's a beautiful thing. read more

Mary has been in our life during very emotional and important milestones. She has photographed our engagement, wedding, yearly Christmas photos, and the first year of my child's life. I consider her our family photographer. Mary is creative, hardworking, honest, very open in all forms of communication. She has earned my highest form of respect, I trust her to capture my families most treasured moments. I have referred her to many friends, coworkers, and strangers solely on her professionalism and quality of work. She is a true artist and a talent. She is prompt and very reasonably priced. She is willing to work with any budget, environment, idea, and timeline. Work with Mary... You will not be disappointed!!! read more

I flew Mary all the way to Arizona in to shoot my wedding in November. She is simply amazing!!! Creative, smart and wonderfully professional. Everything you would want in a photographer. She took some of the most amazing images I will cherish for the rest of my life on that day. My father died this January, one of the photos I love the most is of him kissing my cheek. It is a little moment, caught that makes her stand out. I believe in Mary and her company. She is a genuine and warm person. You will not be disappointed with her as your photographer. She is worth everything and so much more. If you want beautiful photographs that capture emotions while remaining stunning, hire her! read more

I have worked with Mary for years now and have always loved every single shoot we've done. I am a professional model and have always loved Mary's creative eye and eagerness to hash out all the details of our photo shoots, including styling, wardrobe, props and theme. She has a unique photography perspective and all of her shots have a truly beautiful, feminine and one of a kind touch. I always look forward to the times I'm back in Missouri and able to shoot with Mary because I know I will get photos I love along with an overall enjoyable experience. An incredibly sweet and fun woman who makes any photo shoot an excellent experience, from planning to final products. read more

Highly recommend. Mary has a great eye and is uniquely creative. LOVE her photography style! She has shot my children's weddings and multiple family portraits for us and extended family and friends - Group and individually. Everyone has been totally satisfied with her photographs. And here is the thing: You're not getting same ole - same ole, you're getting photographs you'll be proud to show around. She is professional and yet can take charge when everyone starts running in different directions. She's kind and funny...very patient...and has a talent of getting you to relax in front of the camera! Can't say enough good things. Great value too. read more

Mary Rust truly is as good as it gets. She took wedding photos for my blended family, senior pics of my daughter, my maternity pictures, pictures of my little ones, and pictures of my dad with his grandchildren. To say she is easy to work with is an understatement. She brings out her subjects' spirits and personalities in the most beautiful way. I treasure every picture she has taken for me and highly recommend her to anyone that is looking to capture memories. I've gotten to know Mary through the last 7 years and have NEVER had a negative experience. read more

Mary with Beautiful Life Studios has taken several years of family pictures for us. One year was by an old red barn, and the next year was in a wheat & wild flower field. I was also in a wedding that she took pictures in which is where I met her. She has such a talent for accenting the beauty of any situation!!! Many of her photos are soft and lovely. She really does have such a special touch! I wish I could share our photos by her here! read more

Mary is an amazing woman and photographer. She took my kids senior pics and made them feel comfortable and had fun doing it. They turned out so awesome! I have referred several friends to her and in turn they have referred her as well! She will be my go to photographer always! She is creative, personable, loving and caring! She truly cares about her family, friends and anyone she deals with in her business! read more

Highly recommend! Mary has done our engagement, wedding, maternity, newborn and (recently ) 1 yr old photos and we haven't had one hiccup, btw our photos are exactly what we wanted....each time! You can't go wrong booking any occasion with Mary! Customer service is great, fast response time on any and all questions and photos have come fast! Keep up the great work Mary! read more

Mary is wonderful person and awesome photographer! We received Amazing pictures for both my son's engagement and wedding. We had her all over the Ozarks from castles to boat rides with no complaints. The pictures show how talented she is. She is a sweet lady, very easy to work with totally fulfilled her contract and more! read more

I couldn't be happier with choosing Mary for our photographer for our engagement and wedding photos. She is fun to work with and knows exactly what she is doing. She is great at directing people and she always takes beautiful photos. I've recommended her to everyone that I know! read more

Mary is one of a kind!! Love love LOVE her work! Very friendly, professional, and the creativity is off the charts! Wish I would have had her as a family photographer years ago, now she will be the only professional photographer I use!!!! Beautiful Life Studio rocks! read more

Beautiful Life Studio did my wedding photos and they turned out absolutely beautiful! So happy with them! I also had my 1st son's newborn photos done by them too which are adorable! Mary is a great photographer, I highly recommend! You won't be disappointed! read more

Mary was my wedding photographer and was extremely helpful at my wedding. She also took our family photos. She goes above and beyond. She is unbelievably talented and takes beautiful photos! You will not be disappointed with her. read more