BEHIND the LENS
I believe
MEMORIES SHOULD BE CAPTURED, FRAMED, and CHERISHED
Balancing art and real life, Malia Mears is a northern Indianapolis-based portrait photographer helping you design a timeless and elevated portrait session that makes your memories last a lifetime and beyond.
Meet the ARTIST
I’M MALIA
It’s so nice to meet you! My name is Malia Mears, an Indiana-based senior, family, and couples photographer serving the northern suburbs of Indianapolis and beyond. A wonderfully blessed homemaker, full-time mother to Joseph, and part-time editorial and film-inspired photographer serving seniors, families, and couples in northern Indianapolis. I love making little moments in my own life feel like special occasions, and I would cherish the opportunity to do the same for you!
Whether you’re a parent looking for classic senior portraits, a family hoping for elegant photos for your holiday cards and gallery walls, or a couple looking to capture the beauty of your love story on camera, Malia Mears Photography creates timeless images that reflect your story, style, and legacy.
xo, Malia
Malia’s Signature Approach
TIMELESS, EDITORIAL, and FILM-INSPIRED
Embracing a film-like, timeless, and colorful editing style, I specialize in delivering an elevated, editorial-inspired experience for high school seniors, college graduates, families, and couples who want their portrait session to feel like a special occasion.
FUN FACTS
about Malia
No. 1
As a woman that grew up in the south, I love monograms. I got an embroidery machine for Christmas in 2024 and nothing in my house is safe. Towels, cocktail napkins, my website, you name it. If it’s not moving, monogram it! Don’t forget to ask me about adding personalized props and accessories to your session package!
No. 2
I studied political science, business economics, and real estate at Notre Dame, but I’ve always been a creative at heart. Interior design, stationery design, videography, and photography have been hobbies of mine since middle school!
No. 3
If it’s a weekend morning, I’m probably at an estate sale. I have such an appreciation for quality, tradition, and the finer things in life, so shopping around for crystal, silver, and antiques is my favorite pastime. As an interior design enthusiast, I also get so much inspiration from seeing how other people decorate their homes.
No. 4
I almost always have some kind of DIY project going on. Whether it’s adding decorative trim to pinch pleat curtains, sewing new slipcovers for our furniture, or painting canvases for decorative art around our home, I am definitely one to see something and think, “I could do that myself!”
a few of my favorite things
get to know
Malia
What my clients are saying
From start to finish, JP’s experience was exceptional
Malia was patient, and had a great eye for capturing his personality. She made him feel comfortable and relaxed, which resulted in genuine and natural-looking photos. We were very pleased with the final photos. Malia expertly edited them and digital files were of high quality. The turnaround time was also impressive. I highly recommend Malia for senior portraits. She captured this special milestone beautifully!
Julie M.
my person
Meet Jacob
I met this darling Hoosier at Notre Dame and he’s the reason I moved from Texas to Indiana! We got married the month after we graduated college in 2022 and have lived in Zionsville ever since. Jacob is such a loving and supportive husband and father, and I am so blessed that I get to call myself his wife. He is my biggest cheerleader and best friend, and none of this would be possible without him!
