Destin + 30a Photographer and Videographer
Bottle up lifeโs happiest moments with feel-good photos that romanticize the right now
Because you deserve to celebrate the good old days while youโre still living them!
Based in Florida, but tagging along wherever the waves take us
Photos & films that invite you back into your story as itโs unfolding in the momentโmessy, beautiful, and all.
Meet Maddie
Hi friend, Iโm Maddie!
A Destin/30a photographer and videographer who believes your story isnโt meant to be told through photos on a Pinterest board: itโs meant to be lived and experienced in the present, as you are right now.
My people-centered approach means Iโll neverrrr ask you to be somebody youโre not just for a photo or my portfolio: YOU always come first. So say au revoir to stuffy poses & rigid expectations, and helloooo to joy-infused, lighthearted shoots that let you return to your truest self. Youโll both look and feel amazing, and be forever grateful you captured this seasonโtrust me!
Through my carefree branding & couples sessions, Iโve helped countless beautiful humans discover newfound confidence, seek out the magic in the ordinary, and experience that giddiness that comes with seeing a photo of yourself that you LOVE!
You know the feeling: that childlike excitement you feel when your favorite song plays on the radio, or when you feel so confident in an outfit that you could take on the WORLD. That is the feeling I aim to cultivate with every photo I take: the easy, playful joy that can be so rare to find in the busyness of life.
My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you never feel pressured to be anyone but your fullest, most empowered self. Oh, aaand to give you photos that make you think โWOW, I look good!โ
Timeless photos that youโll OBSESS overโand nostalgia-infused films that youโll replay for years
Whether youโre a couple looking to celebrate your love or a multi-passionate entrepreneur in need of fresh visuals for your brand, your photos should bring out the BEST in you! Your beauty, your spark, your magic already lies withinโbut sometimes, you just need help letting it shine.
Thatโs why your session with me will ALWAYS include:
Compassionate support and guidance to make sure you feel relaxed
Creative direction from me, with space to express your own ideas
Flexible, fun prompts that feel like youโnever strict, stuffy poses
Customized location & styling recommendations to bring your vision to life
Alllll the best photos, so you can pick the ones you love the most
Tell me what youโre looking for, and Iโll meet you where youโre at:
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For brands
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For Couples
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Weddings
Your Destin/30A photographer, videographer, and new BFF all rolled into one bubbly ball of sunshine
Spoiler alert: you may involuntarily do a happy dance & kick your feet in delight when you see your photos for the first time. Donโt say I didnโt warn you!
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โMaddie is like your best friend and photographer all in one.โ
โShe is the sweetest gal ever!! She made me feel super comfortable and confident throughout the whole shoot, and she captures each one of her clients perfectly! Sheโs a literal angel, her work is incredible.โ
โ Sophia George
โMaddie was absolutely incredible!! I will never be able to say enough good things about her and her photography.โ
โShe did my engagement photos and from the second we spoke during the information session I knew she was my person! She helped capture the exact style of photos I wanted and we had so much fun the entire time. It was never awkward or uncomfortable, she is an excellent communicator and just fun to be around. Iโm already planning to have her as my wedding photographer! The biggest regret someone could make would be to not choose her, she is amazing and has a gift when it comes to capturing special moments!โ
โ Callie & Brayden
โMaddie is perfect for capturing your personality and making photos feel more natural and less awkward.โ
โOur favorite part of working with her was the experience, her guidance, and the view. We felt nervous about being awkward and having awkward facial expressions and our photos looking staged; but we loved the fact that it didnโt feel like stand-still poses. It was more moving poses where we mostly werenโt looking at the camera but more at each other. Our photos are authentic, natural, romantic, and Pinterest-worthy. We are obsessed! So happy and grateful.โ
โ Caitlin & Royce
โMaddie takes an ordinary setting and turns it into lifelong beauty!โ
โMaddie is by far the best photographer ever! She makes you feel so comfortable during your photos and nothing feels forced. So much love for her.โ
โ Mackenzie Emery
Transforming the way you see yourself through carefree, confident photos in Destin/30a
Letโs tell your story, your way!
Ready for an experience SO fun & empowering that you forget the camera is even there?! Because Iโm so insanely excited to be your cheerleader every step of the way!