Maria Hayes
Maria Hayes
Creative Director, Photographer & TEDx Speaker
Maria Hayes is a visionary Creative Director, Fashion Producer, Professional Photographer, and TEDx Speaker redefining modern storytelling through elevated visuals, immersive experiences, and culture-shifting productions.
As the founder of House of Nova and Hayezed Photography, Maria leads the intersection of fashion, media, and experiential production—creating high-impact editorials, brand campaigns, runway shows, and live events that amplify emerging creatives and underrepresented voices.
This is not just content.
This is world-building.
From editorial photography and luxury portrait experiences to New York Fashion Week runway productions and large-scale creative showcases, every project is intentionally designed to merge art, strategy, and storytelling—delivering visuals that don’t just look powerful, but feel unforgettable.
At the core of Maria’s work is a commitment to creative empowerment, representation, and innovation. Through House of Nova, she is building a new standard—where models, designers, and creatives gain real access, real experience, and real visibility within the fashion industry.
As a TEDx speaker and creative entrepreneur, Maria uses her voice and platform to inspire the next generation of women in fashion, media, and business—bridging the gap between creativity and confidence, vision and execution.
Every frame. Every show. Every production.
Crafted with intention. Backed by purpose. Designed to make impact.
Explore the portfolio. Step into the vision. Create without limits.
Maria Hayes isn’t just creating visuals—
she’s building a movement through House of Nova.

