Imagine being BOOKED OUT with your “perfect fit” couples every
single year.
I once thought this was just a dream, but with strategies I learned in business school…
I made 6-figures in my first year as a full-time photographer, documenting unreal elopements across 13 countries.
Guess what? You can reach this too.
I’ve seen hundreds of photographers I’ve mentored achieve it.
No matter what your dream is, it’s within reach.
And I’m here to empower you to build the life you’re meant for.
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“I had a couple days off so I took Maddie Mae’s free course on full day elopements and booked two in 24 hours. I feel like I owe her dinner or something … that’s an insane increase in revenue.”
— Megan Jolie
BANFF, CANADA
Carve out your unique space in the industry
Introducing my best-selling program
Introducing my best-selling program
A business and marketing course designed to help you become a fully-booked, fulfilled, profitable full-time photographer working with your dream couples by leveraging your most valuable strength: YOU.
“I booked my largest package ever with an amazing couple that I’m STOKED to work with. This stuff work’s ya’ll!”
– Nadia Padenzski
PORTLAND, OR, U.S.A.
COMPETITION PROOF YOURSELF
COMPETITION PROOF YOURSELF
COMPETITION PROOF YOURSELF
COMPETITION PROOF YOURSELF
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Your all-in-one toolkit for designing a competition-proof business and learning how to implement effective marketing strategies to photograph dream elopements & non-traditional weddings—while making a six-figure salary
Transform your art with this immersive course and revolutionary mentorship experience in collaboration with Henry Tieu to cultivate you unique artistic style and craft a red-carpet client experience
Preserve nature and public lands while building a business that gives your clients the confidence to trust you to photograph their most epic adventures
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Book more clients, deliver a high-end experience, and streamline your workflow, with 65-done-for-you templates in 4 brand voices, plus a complete workflow guide
Adventure Instead Presets
70 pre-modified one-click presets designed for every lighting situation. Get perfect consistency in every environment—no matter if it’s day or night, rain or shine.
Client Welcome Guide Template
Save time and enhance your client experience with this extensive, editable “how to elope” guide with 100+ pre-written pages on 30+ planning topics.
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How to Become an Elopement Photographer | 1:25:55
The first and most important steps to getting started with elopement photography and the 4 keys to being a successful elopement photographer
How to Become an Elopement Photographer | 1:25:55
The first and most important steps to getting started with elopement photography and the 4 keys to being a successful elopement photographer
Uncovering Your “Why” and Motivators | 0:35:21
Discover your “why” and core motivators to anchor you in difficult times or important decisions—with activities to guide you along the way
4. Designing Your Life | 0:30:41
Establish “work-life boundaries” based on your personal preferences and design a customized lifestyle that seamlessly integrates both work and life
5. Goal Setting for Life and Work | 0:14:42
Learn the SMART framework to set actionable goals, how to prioritize what truly matters, and ways to track your progress toward success
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I just wanted to thank everyone who gave me amazing constructive advice. I’ve seriously learned so much just from joining this group… it’s mind blowing!
— Cessna Kutz
Washington, U.S.A.
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THRIVE
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achieving personal, artistic, and financial success by being booked out with your dream clients, and having the business and life of your dreams
