Madison Marie Photo

08/21/2026

Sometimes all you need is a gorgeous sunset, your dad’s truck & each other

08/11/2026

NEW BLOG POST!

You know when you scroll through a wedding gallery and it feels like you’re right back there? Not just seeing the day, but feeling it too. That’s the difference between a gallery that’s simply a collection of beautiful images, and one that truly tells the story of the day. If you’re a wedding photographer reading this, learning how to create that feeling is everything.

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You know when you scroll through a wedding gallery and it feels like you’re right back there? Not just seeing the day, but feeling it. A story-driven gallery doesn’t just elevate your work, it elevates the entire client experience.

08/06/2026

Emily & Dawson’s wedding felt like one long dinner party in the best possible way.

Olive trees, overflowing florals, fresh fruit, a five-course meal, heartfelt speeches, traditional Greek dancing, 20 bridesmaids & a room full of people who couldn’t have been happier to celebrate them.

A day that felt every bit as beautiful as it looked.

07/22/2026

Some weddings stay with you because of the details… Others stay with you because of how they felt.

Alexis and Andrew chose a day that felt wonderfully uncomplicated. 50 of their favourite people. An outdoor ceremony. An evening at the art gallery. One of the hottest days of the year.

Before it all began, they sat outside together that morning and read the vows they’d written for one another. There was no wedding party, no rushing from one thing to the next, just an afternoon spent wandering the city together before celebrating with the people they love most.

A wedding day isn’t meant to be something you just get through. It’s something to experience.

Their day was exactly that. 💫

07/22/2026

There’s something incredibly special about getting to observe people on one of the biggest days of their lives.

I get to watch families grow bigger. I see hugs last a little longer. Parents trying to soak in every second. Friends looking at each other with the kind of joy that only comes from years of shared memories.

And then there are the quieter moments. The in-betweens. The spaces before they come to life. The atmosphere. The details that tell the story alongside everything else.

They’re easy to miss while you’re living them but somehow they’re often the moments that mean the most years later.

Maybe that’s what I love most about photographing weddings… Getting to notice the things that might otherwise be missed and preserve them for the people who lived them.

07/08/2026

NEW BLOG POST!

So you’re thinking about second shooting. Maybe you’ve been shooting on your own for a while and want more experience. Or maybe you’re just starting out and want a way to grow your confidence before taking on full wedding days. Here’s everything I’d tell someone who wants to get into the world of second shooting.

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So you’re thinking about second shooting. Maybe you’ve been shooting on your own for a while and want more experience. Or maybe you’re just starting out and want a way to grow your confidence before taking on full wedding days. Here’s everything I’d tell someone who wants to get into the w...

06/22/2026

Part one (of many, I’m sure) from Danielle & Kade’s wedding day in the Okanagan❣️

Married on her parents property, surrounded by a sea of white, florals that had been growing for years and the people (and dogs) they love most.

From thoughtfully thrifted details collected over time to a five course family style dinner shared under the tent, every part of the day felt personal and intentional.

A truly unforgettable day that felt like them in every way.

06/09/2026

NEW BLOG POST!

The second you get engaged, the wedding world comes at you fast. If I were starting from scratch, this is exactly where I’d begin.

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The second you get engaged, the wedding world comes at you fast. Everyone starts asking questions. Instagram suddenly serves you wedding content nonstop. Pinterest becomes a black hole. And before you’ve even had a second to breathe, it can feel like you’re already behind on a day you haven’t ...

05/21/2026

I’ll never get tired of families wanting images that feel honest, lived-in and true to this season of life.

Lucky for me, I’ve been photographing the Kelley family for years now, so they know exactly what I’m about.

Kitchen dance parties with music playing in the background, walks to the park, time spent in the living room and soaking in all the little moments together.

Just life, as it is, right now ☁️

05/14/2026

NEW BLOG POST!

Over the years, my lens choices have evolved as my style has evolved. And this is the lineup I reach for most often, based on the rhythm of a real wedding day.

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It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the countless lenses out there. When you’re first starting out in wedding photography, it can feel like everyone has an opinion on what you need. The best lens. The most essential focal length. The “must-have” gear list. So consider this less of a “rules” ...