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Get fully booked every season

photographing your dream elopements &
unique weddings that inspire & fulfill you

while making your dream income

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Ever wonder how some photographers have a thriving business and a lifestyle they love?

a calendar full of amazing clients they can’t wait to meet, and even getting flown around the world for their art?

MEANWHILE back in your daily reality, you stuggle with

  • Opening up your inbox every day hoping for an inquiry for a wedding you actually want to photograph—but it’s either empty or for a less-than-ideal client
  • Trying anything to get enough bookings just to pay the bills… offering discounts, signing up for another paid vendor listing, or dropping your website on every single Facebook post asking for referrals
  • Only getting inquiries from “price shoppers” or constantly getting ghosted—leading you to doubt yourself constantly and wonder if you need to lower your prices just to keep up
  • Being exhausted from pouring countless hours into different business & marketing efforts because nothing you’ve tried so far seems to be working (and you don’t know why)
  • The discouragement of seeing other photographers book helicopter elopements in Alaska or luxury destination weddings in Italy while you gear up for another budget ballroom wedding

Woof… I feel you, and trust me,
these are all common issues—even among
the most talented and passionate photographers.

The good news is…
it doesn’t have to be that way.

Imagine having a

reliable, thriving, full-time career photographing unique weddings & elopements

where you can burn your backup plans.

What if you stopped chasing bookings that don’t actually fulfill you, and instead spent your days photographing weddings as unique as you:

  • Two-person elopements in stunning national parks
  • Dreamy destination weddings on Mediterranean islands
  • Intimate backyard weddings with only the closest friends & family
  • High-energy rooftop weddings overlooking city skylines
  • Chic & creative weddings at art galleries and museums
  • Spontaneous big-city courthouse elopements
  • Luxurious modern weddings in vineyards and castles

Two-person elopements in stunning national parks

Intimate backyard weddings with only the closest friends & family

High-energy rooftop weddings overlooking city skylines

DREAMY destination weddings on Mediterranean islands

Chic & creative weddings at art galleries and museums

Luxurious modern weddings in vineyards and castles

Spontaneous big-city courthouse elopements

There’s a space in this industry that’s all yours.
And will give you the lifestyle you love.

Here’s what’s really possible:

You can become the go-to specialist for the dream elopements & unique weddings you dream of photographing

You can rise above the competition—and carve your own unique path to being a FULL TIME, FULLY booked photographer with the financial stability & lifestyle you seek

Korey increased her inquiry volume by 2.5x and booked more weddings in the first 5 months of 2024 than she booked in all of 2023.

She’s now getting 45% of her inquiries from Google (SEO)

Millie doubled her average booking from $4000 to $8000 in the year since since joining THRIVE.

She feels genuinely fulfilled by her business, lovers her connection to her couples and her photos were also featured in the New York Times.

Sierra has nailed down her branding, has confidence in her workflow and has raised her rates since reaching page ONE on Google for Alaska since joining THRIVE and using all the resources available in the course.

WONDERING WHY IT HASN’T HAPPENED FOR YOU YET?

Fact is, there are only 3 reasons you aren’t getting enough inquiries & bookings to sustain your dream


1

Your branding looks & sounds too similar to everyone else 

If couples can’t identify a meaningful difference between you and your competitors, they will always default to the cheapest option



2

Your business isn’t being found by enough of your dream couples 

You can be the most talented photographer in the world, but if your brand isn’t consistently getting in front of the right people (your dream couples) at the right time (before they’ve hired someone else) with the right message (that draws them in and positions YOU as the expert they need)…

…they won’t know how amazing you are, and will hire someone else.


3

You aren’t communicating your value in your inquiry-to-booking process 

Even if you are getting inquiries, if you don’t know how to clearly and confidently explain the value of your services (in a way that matters to inquiring couples)—clients end up ghosting or going with someone else.

Both you and them deserve more.

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So, if you’re not booked out right now—
it’s not because of:

Your Experience

So many photographers think it’s their experience holding them back, but the truth is you already have plenty of photography experience to be successful.

Your Photography

Your work is good. And to be honest most couples can’t tell the difference between a good photo and a great photo. It’s not your skills.

Your Popularity

You don’t need thousands of followers, awards, or any other vanity metric to attract your dream clients. Truth is, that’s not what clients care about.

If you’ve been reading this and nodding your head, you’re in the right place.

What you need to get more inquiries & bookings is a proven plan

One that is designed to help you create a stand-out brand, attract your dream clients on autopilot, and empower you to confidently book out your season with the “perfect fit” clients having the unique wedding days you really want to photograph.

Yes, proven. See the real results

from THRIVE program members

After a year of trying to figure it out on their own, Leticia and her partner have used the roadmap THRIVE provided for them to get in the top 5 google search positions for ‘Utah Elopement Photographer’, doubled their inquiries and raised their prices.

Six months after joining THRIVE Sarah had updated her website, improved her pricing and while bookings in her area are down – her revenue is up, she is booking dream couples and couples are ready to book straight away!

Vanessa used THRIVE to revitalize her marketing, and a year later is still seeing growth she didn’t imagine possible. She’s fully booked for the year with couples she is excited to work with – with an average package price of over $7,000 and almost all 8+ hour packages.

INTRODUCING

Learn how to become fully booked photographing dream unique elopements & non-traditional weddings that inspire & fulfill you—while making a six-figure salary

This self-paced course and results-driven mentorship experience is the only comprehensive online program that shows you how to:

  • Build your dream business photographing unique elopements & non-traditional weddings—and fill your calendar with bookings you can hardly believe you’re getting paid for
  • Create an incredibly unique & stand-out brand that magnetizes the types of couples you can’t wait to work with
  • Strategically overhaul your pricing, so that even what’s included in your packages demonstrates what makes you different
  • Develop a powerful marketing strategy that attracts your dream couples, allowing you to get an inbox full of inquiries on autopilot
  • Craft unforgettable experiences for your couples resulting in 5-star reviews and referrals

All in a way that is so true to who you are that it can’t be replicated by anyone else, effectively competition-proofing your business

(And you can do all of this in just 90 days. Yep, 90 days.)

WONDERING IF THIS COULD REALLY WORK FOR YOU?

If you’re struggling with one or more of the 3 reasons that photographers don’t get enough bookings…

Guess what? It’s not your fault.

and THRIVE is intentionally designed to solve them all


1

If you are tired of blending in, and getting lost in the sea of sameness…

THRIVE shows you exactly how to differentiate your photography business and brand, so you attract clients that “have to have” YOU 



A bride and groom walk hand in hand on a snowy glacier. The groom is in a dark suit and holding a bouquet, while the bride wears a white gown. Majestic snow-capped mountains and a turquoise glacial pool are in the background.

2

If you’re struggling to get enough clients or get the right ones to find you…

THRIVE gives you proven, results-oriented marketing strategies that supercharge your reach and will bring you dream inquiries on autopilot 


3

If you’re over getting ghosted or hearing “we went with someone else”…

THRIVE helps you discover the unique value you have to offer and how to persuasively communicate it so you get booked at highly profitable rates. 

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BOTTOM LINE

The problem isn’t you.

You HAVE what it takes.

All you need is:

an easy-to-follow, proven plan from someone who can guide you to success.

And that’s why I created THRIVE—it’s your guided plan with proven results so you can overcome any business & marketing hurdles in your way and become fully booked with your dream weddings.

  

Real results of THRIVE

from THRIVE program members

READY SEE WHAT’S INSIDE OF THRIVE?

Welcome to the

Thrive System™

These 7 series of masterclasses guide you through the
7 steps to becoming a thriving unconventional wedding & elopement photographer

STEP 01

FOCUS

Define your vision and align your business to your dream life

STEP 02

BRAND

Craft a unique brand that irresistibly attracts your perfect-fit couples

STEP 03

PRICE

Maximize your profits with strategic pricing and irresistible packages

STEP 04

MARKET

Utilize powerful and efficient marketing strategies to get inquiries consistently

STEP 05

BOOK

Turn your inquiries into highly profitable bookings with authentic selling

STEP 06

CREATE

Master expert skills, deliver amazing client experiences, earn 5-star reviews

STEP 07

GROW

Streamline your business with efficient systems for sustainable success

LET’S DEEP DIVE INTO EACH STEP

Step 1: Focus

1. Discovering Your Story  |  0:29:10

Explore your unique story because allowing your story to guide your business path will allow you to approach it with authenticity and meaning

2. Cultivating a Growth Mindset  |  0:29:41

Understand how mindset shapes your actions and impacts how you approach challenges, as well as strategies to help you develop a growth mindset

3. 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

Step 2: Brand

1. Secret to Standing Out |  0:38:53

Understand why it is so important to have a brand that stands apart—as well as the components that contribute to a memorable and differentiated brand

2. Your Mission, Vision, & Values  |  0:27:46

Identify the guiding principles for your brand—your mission, vision, and values—and know how to effectively communicate them to your audience

3. The Power of Specializing  |  0:38:34

Discover how specializing elevates your business in a competitive market—and different categories to consider when creating your unique space in this industry

4. Defining Niche & Speciality  |  0:18:27

Describe your speciality, identify your differentiators, and define your niche effectively through a series of actionable exercises

5. Discovering Your Target Market  |  0:33:33

Explore the shared qualities of your target market, their goals & desires, and the challenges they face to improve the efficiency of your marketing efforts

6. Unique Value Proposition  |  0:14:39

Craft a unique value proposition that combines your offerings with your ideal client avatar’s needs to concisely communicate your irreplaceable value

7. Brand Message & Story  |  1:09:10

Leverage Donald Miller’s simple seven-part Story Brand framework to clearly and effectively communicate your brand message and business story

8. Brand Voice & Personality  |  0:08:32

Develop an authentic, well-researched, and clearly-defined brand voice that resonates with your target market, their values, and their communication preferences

9. Portfolio & Visual Identity  |  0:21:22

Finalize your branding by establishing the elements of a visual brand identity: logo(s), colors, typography, and a magnetizing photography portfolio

Step 3: Price

1. Money Myths & Mindset  |  0:35:04

Examine common pricing myths in the wedding and elopement industry, countered with data-backed truths to cultivate a profitable abundance mindset

2. Core Service Offer  |  0:30:34

Decide what value to include in your offer and learn how to use your clients’ perceived value as the foundation of your pricing strategy

3. Pricing Structure & Deciding Price  |  0:37:37

Integrate pricing psychology and choice theory into your pricing so you can confidently present effective packages that incentivize booking more hours

4. Pricing Calculator  |  0:33:30

Explore automatically-generated estimates for your pricing using the calculator included, which considers factors like recurring costs and profit goals

5. How to Share Pricing  |  0:47:49

Learn about the 3 categories that contribute to perceived value and the pros & cons of the 4 ways photographers present pricing information to couple

6. Effective Pricing Guides  |  0:23:46

Understand how to effectively showcase value through carefully crafted pricing guides

Step 4: Market

1. The Secret to Being Found  |  0:31:52

Uncover the secret to bringing dream inquiries to you—by identifying opportunities to create high-quality content based on a couple’s planning journey

2. Creating Content for Couples’ Planning  |  0:51:36

Create compelling, perfectly-timed content your couples are already seeking out by identifying unique marketing possibilities in their planning journey

3. Inquiry Data Tracking Spreadsheet  | 0:18:19

Discover which marketing platforms result in the most or highest-quality inquiries using the inquiry data tracking spreadsheet that comes with Thrive

4. Website Marketing Essentials |  1:10:06

Learn why your website is an imperative marketing tool that contributes to your business’ overall success—and how to convert traffic into inquiries

5. Creating a Captivating Home Page  |  0:14:25

Design a home page that uniquely resonates with your target market and effectively communicates the value you have to offer to them

6. Persuasive Pricing & Packages  |  0:24:12

Understand how to structure a pricing and packages page that encourages prospective clients to inquire with you—rather than navigating away

7. Contact & Thank You Pages  |  0:08:09

Your contact page transforms visitors into inquiries—and a thoughtful contact form and thank you page help you create a lasting first impression

8. Google & SEO Marketing Essentials  |  1:04:50

Understand how Google operates as a marketing platform for wedding photographers and how to increase inquiries using search engine optimization (SEO)

9. Keyword Research for SEO  |  1:16:43

Rise in Google’s rankings with blog posts and webpages informed by practical keywords—and focus your time on creating high-performing content

10. Cornerstone Content & Blog Posts  |  0:42:14

Learn how to create valuable blog posts and cornerstone “pillar” content that ranks highly on Google, generates engaged traffic, and increases inquiries

11. Instagram Marketing Essentials  |  1:03:17

Discover how to convert followers into dream inquiries using intentional marketing strategies on Instagram’s photo-focused social media platform

12. Instagram Image Curation  |  0:21:12

How to curate images for Instagram posts based on my in-depth analysis on what types of images perform best organically on Instagram.

13. Pinterest Keyword Research  |  0:26:45

Harness Pinterest’s potential as an image-driven search engine and transform interactions with Pins into engaged website traffic and inspiring inquiries

14. Pinterest Optimization  |  0:17:29

How to optimize your board titles, descriptions, covers, and content with relevant keywords to improve discoverability.

Step 5: Book

1. Profitable Sales Mindset  |  0:48:04

Reframe your sales mindset to overcome self-limitations based on common industry money myths and adopting a profitable, ethical, and empathic approach to selling

2. Inquiry-to-Booking Workflow  |  1:02:00

Strengthen your communication skills to write impactful emails and effective follow-ups that boost response rates and result in enthusiastic replies

3. Consultation Calls That Convert  | 1:26:31

Approach every consultation call with confidence and authority by implementing these strategies – and secure more high-value bookings quicker than ever

Step 6: Create

1. Post-Booking Workflow  |  0:32:40

Learn how to intentionally, thoughtfully ,and creatively design your booking-to-delivery workflow to ensure a high-end, unforgettable client experience

2. Scouting Locations & Sharing Ideas  |  0:50:08

Elevate the value you provide to couples by leveraging the creative possibilities of location scouting, suggesting locations you can’t wait to photograph at

3. Crafting Unforgettable Timelines  |  0:54:31

Understand the unique role timelines have in nontraditional weddings and how to build personalized, creative timelines that manage client expectations

4. Upselling Coverage During Timelines |  0:42:35

Discover how to ethically upsell hours by communicating the value of additional documentation when exploring and explaining timeline possibilities

5. Preparing Yourself & Your Couples  |  0:18:17

Reduce pre-wedding stress with thorough preparation—equipping yourself and your couples with essential gear for an exceptional experience

6. Final Delivery & Reviews  |  0:23:30

Conclude your post-wedding client experience by continuing overdeliver with helpful communication and timely image delivery—resulting in glowing reviews

7. Product & Album Sales  |  0:52:31

Increase profits by strategically integrating product and album sales throughout your workflow and communicating the value of your à la carte products

Step 7: Grow

1. Organizing Your Systems & CRMs  |  0:12:57

Streamline your workflow and elevate productivity with strategic organization of your systems and customer relationship management (CRM) software

2. Legally Legit Contracts & Insurance  |  0:18:48

Learn how to legally protect your business, practice professionalization, and enhance client trust with comprehensive contracts and insurance coverage

3. Reliable Backups  |  0:07:42

Understand how to build dependable, fail-proof backup systems that give you peace of mind knowing your clients’ memories are always protected

4. Permits & Leave No Trace  |  0:21:58

Build a environmentally-friendly business that supports conservation efforts by acquiring photography permits whenever required and following the Leave No Trace principles

5. Outsourcing  |  0:17:00

Discover how outsourcing calculated tasks can prevent burnout, increase how much you are able to accomplish, and give you time back in your schedule

READY FOR A REAL GAME-CHANGER?

This isn’t a just a course
 it’s a results-driven mentorship experience

Say goodbye to the usual overwhelm

THRIVE is your all-in-one blueprint for a successful business packed with the hands-on support, resources, community, and motivation you need to achieve real-world life changing results

Including

1 Year of Monthly Group Mentoring Calls
For an entire year, you can join monthly live group mentoring calls with Maddie Mae and fellow THRIVE members to ask all your questions, get direct feedback on what you’re working on, troubleshoot any struggles and ensure your success.

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90-Day “Fast-Track to Success” Plan
This is your adhd-friendly customized plan to get through THRIVE in 90-days, with a roadmap emailed to you weekly with a video from me that tells you exactly what’s most important to watch and do that week to get you more high-paying bookings, the fastest.

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24/7 access to the THRIVE VIP Community
This is where you’ll get direct support from me between the group mentoring calls and gain a close-knit, private community of fellow thriving photographers, where you can crowdsource advice, share challenges, celebrate successes—24/7 for a whole year.

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Time-Saving Templates, Tools, & Tutorials
You’ll save countless hours with all of the ready-to-use resources in THRIVE including: pricing calculators, phone call scripts, email templates, website copywriting guides, SEO & blogging templates & more—so you can take action and see results, fast.

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Digital & Printable Workbook – for visual learners
Your success is the only thing that matters to me—which is why the masterclasses in THRIVE go hand-in-hand with a comprehensive workbook where you can easily visualize concepts, retain what you’re learning, write down your ideas, and put your plans into action.

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Unlimited Lifetime Access
THRIVE works for you and with your schedule. Unlike other programs, your access to all of the masterclass videos, workbook, & resources never expires. You can watch, rewatch, get re-inspired, and re-motivated whenever suits your schedule. It’s yours, forever.

Invest in Thrive before October 28th

*LIMITED-TIME* EXCLUSIVE BONUS – EXPIRES 10/28 AT 11:59PM PT

Personal Review of your Pricing Page

(or Pricing Guide) by Maddie Mae

($500 value)

Imagine having me personally look at your pricing page or guide showing exactly where you can improve your pricing structure, strategy, or copy to help you get BOOKED more this season!

This isn’t just about tweaking numbers—it’s about transforming how your clients perceive your value—which can get you  booked instead of ghosted and massively increase your average booked package price.

The results of my personal recommendations (booking one more client or a higher package) could very easily pay for your investment in THRIVE.

Plus, you’ll get the benefit of a few select other photographers giving you even more game-changing feedback on your pricing guide, as I’ll be doing your personal review on a private extremely small group zoom call (15 students at most). There will be 5 different days & times from November 6-13, 2024, so you can pick what’s most convenient for you.

This is your chance to get personalized advice tailored specifically to you, your business, so you can crush your financial goals for 2025!

PLUS, THERE’S EVEN MORE INSIDE

BONUSES to help you Thrive

OVER $7,500 OF ADDITIONAL VALUE INCLUDED WHEN YOU ENROLL

12 Months of Live Mentoring Calls

with Maddie Mae

$4200 VALUE

Get live support and highly-personalized solutions for your business with monthly live mentoring calls—designed to be a transformative, interactive experience where your questions guide the conversation. 

I’m there to give you direct feedback, and your fellow course peers offer their insights, too. This safe, supportive space is perfect for learning and growing.

And if you miss one, calls will be privately recorded, transcribed and searchable, giving you an invaluable resource you can tap into again and again

Exclusive Membership to the AIA VIP

THRIVE™ Community

$1200 VALUE

So you’ll never be alone on this journey.

  • Gain insightful feedback from me and other business-minded photographers
  • Stay updated on industry trends so you’re never left out
    Get encouragement and validation when you need support 
  • Ask questions without fear of judgment or shame 
    Share your successes and learn from the successes of others in the group
  • Forge real friendships beyond the screen that last well beyond the course
  • Turn your goals into reality with advice from top photographers in the industry

Thrive isn’t a course you have to figure out all on your own with no way to get evolving or updated information—because the Adventure Instead Academy VIP THRIVE community will be there to support you for a minimum of one year after you enroll in Thrive.

Digital & Printable

THRIVE™ Workbook

$495 VALUE

This isn’t your ordinary workbook. It’s your roadmap to turning your learning into business victories. 

Thrive workbook is packed with; 

  • Practical exercises to turn knowledge into action 
  • Insightful visual examples to enhance your learning 
  • Note-taking pages to brainstorm and spark your creativity
  • Goal-setting exercises that transform dreams into reality

And with its print-friendly design, plus digital version for key exercises, you an choose the way you learn best.

Ready-for-Action

Templates, Tools, & Resources

$995 VALUE

Saving time is just the start—this is your backstage pass to a toolbox filled with powerful resources to fast-track your success.

Download customizable templates and resources to help jumpstart all areas of your business, including:

  • pricing calculator
  • website copywriting guided outlines
  • pricing guide
  • content calendar
  • template inquiry response email templates + follow-ups
  • content idea bank
  • inquiry consultation call scripts
  • market research email template
  • branding guidelines template
  • model call wording examples
  • client questionnaires
  • asking for a review email template
  • location list library & timeline templates
  • and so much more!
  • client packing lists
  • pricing calculator
  • price guide template
  • inquiry response email templates + follow-ups
  • inquiry consultation call scripts
  • branding guidelines template
  • client questionnaires
  • location list library & timeline templates
  • client packing lists
  • website copywriting guided outlines
  • content calendar
  • content idea bank
  • market research email template
  • model call wording examples
  • asking for a review email template

and so much more!

Supercharge Your Sales in 14-Days

Customized Success Plan

$4200 VALUE

Your fast-track to more bookings at higher rates

If you’re struggling to convert your inquiries into highly profitable bookings, this step-by-step plan guides you through overhauling your pricing and sales process with specific masterclasses in the course and action steps to take.

In 14 days or less, this plan will help you maximize your profits with strategic pricing and irresistible packages and revolutionize your inquiry-to-booking workflow so you can turn your inquiries into highly profitable bookings with authentic (non-sleazy) selling.

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Get More Inquiries in 90-Days

Customized Success Plan

$4200 VALUE

Your fast-track to a flooded inbox

This step-by-step marketing success plan guides you through exactly which masterclasses in the course and action steps to take will result in the most inquiries from your dream clients as quickly as possible. 

In 90 days or less you’ll use this structured, easy-to-follow plan to design your own powerful marketing strategy, create dream-client magnetizing content, and transform your inbox from deserted to busy.

Craft an Irresistible Brand in 30-Days

Customized Success Plan

$4200 VALUE

Your fast-track to stand out from the crowd

In 30 days or less you’ll go from “blending in” to one-of-a-kind with a distinctive unique brand that will magnetize your dream clients. 

Using specific masterclasses in the course, you’ll pinpoint your unique differentiators (what sets you apart from your competition) and utilize the 9 elements of branding strategy to complete a revolutionized brand guide for your business that puts you in a category all of your own. 

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Become part of the solution with

How to Leave No Trace

for Wedding & Elopement Photographers

$95 VALUE

FREE BONUS COURSE

A portion of your Thrive enrollment will be donated to the great earth-loving, land-protecting, Leave No Trace Organization and grant you access the How to Leave No Trace – for Wedding & Elopement Photographers course— created by the Leave No Trace Organization, Maddie Mae, Anni Graham, and Gabi & Brandon Fox, for free.

With this course, you’ll:

  • Learn how to preserve nature while still capturing epic Instagram bangers and giving your clients a great experience
  • Be empowered about how to talk to clients in a positive, helpful way about the importance of leaving no trace for their wedding day
  • Gain a free guide for your clients, Leave No Trace contract clause from The Legal Paige, and gain a “Leave No Trace Aware Photographer” badge for your website when you complete the course and pass the quiz.

Ready to create the business and lifestyle you love?

Real life THRIVE transformations

Alli had never booked a wedding before and had a “non-existent portfolio” and used THRIVE to build her website from scratch and then she instantly received her first inquiry and used the THRIVE consultation call script to confidently and easily book them at a higher price point than she could have imagined!

– Alli Nash
British Columbia, Canada

Jenny went from charging an average of $1,700 to an average of $4,118 per client in less than a year!

She booked out her season and also booked two elopements at $6,800 each – all while living in a highly competitive area!

– Jenny Callison
Idaho, USA

Emilee went full time as an elopement photographer and is booking $7-8k clients and has checked off some of her dream bookings like 2-day elopements in the Oregon Coast and Grand Tetons

– Emilee Setting
Oregon, USA

Rochelle utilized THRIVE to transition from weddings to elopements and in four days booked three dream couples for elopements in New Zealand, the Seychelles and Port Douglas in Australia!

– Rochelle Hansen
Victoria, Australia

I fully believe in what the
THRIVE System™ can do for you
Because I know what it has done for me

Hey there—
I’m Maddie Mae

Founder of Adventure Instead

a thriving seven-figure luxury elopement
photography business

When I first started my photography business, I found myself in a race to the bottom. I charged below-average rates, mimicked others, and lost time & money on ineffective marketing. I was photographing weddings I didn’t love, feeling undervalued, and on the verge of burnout.

A person with braided hair and glasses stands on the deck of a boat, gazing at the scenic water and distant mountains under a cloudy sky. They hold onto the mast while wearing a striped shirt and light pants.

That all changed when I went to business school, discovered the secrets and proven methods to success (the basis for the THRIVE System™) and after implementing it…

I made 6-figures in my FIRST year as a full-time photographer, documenting unreal elopements across 13 countries.

SINCE THEN, I’VE:

  • traveled to all 7 continents and photographed high-end elopements in 20
    countries
  • been recognized by Forbes magazine as “the woman who helped spark the
    adventure elopement trend”

today:

  • My current average booking price is $14,000 per elopement
  • and with 50-100 organic inquiries per month, I have the luxury of being
    selective about what bookings I take on

Bottom line:

I’m not any different than you.

Hundreds of photographers have implemented my approach, and seen similar results: a flood of inquires, better clients, higher prices, and a stronger, competition-proof brand.

All you are missing is the THRIVE System™

With THRIVE, you’ll be able to:

understand and leverage what sets you apart (because there is genuinely no one like you)—so you never blend in again

navigate economic and market fluctuations with resilience—because you’ve built a strong, competition-proof brand

experience financial freedom and attain the lifestyle you dream of because you have consistent inquiries and profitable bookings

prioritize your time on the kind of marketing that actually results in your dream bookings with a clear marketing plan you are able to adjust & adapt

have the luxury to be selective about who you work with and know you have enough inquiries to still comfortably sustain yourself

confidently raise your prices and know exactly when it’s time to raise them again—so you’re not missing out on potential profit

break free from the “have to’s” and comparison game that’s holding you back and experience your own definition of wild success

never doubt yourself or your dreams—knowing that the life you have intentionally designed for yourself is better than any boring 9-to-5

So what if I told you that you are only 90 days away from living the life you are dreaming of?

My 30-Day *Life-Changing*

Guarantee or Your Money Back

Take the plunge & learn to THRIVE—risk-free
I guarantee your business & life will never be the same.

Here’s the deal: If you watch every video within 30 days of joining and decide it wasn’t
helpful, just email me and I’ll send you a full refund, no questions asked.

We’re in this together. I want you to have full confidence this course will help you reach
your dreams and trust in yourself you have what it takes.

Here’s everything you gain

when you enroll in Thrive:

$6400 Value

Thrive System™ – 7 Series of Masterclass Videos
Instant & lifetime access to the series of 7 core modules (45 videos) that guide you through the 7 necessary areas to becoming a thriving photographer

$4000 Value

90-Day “Fast-Track to Success” Coaching Intensive
Weekly live group coaching calls for 3 months to keep you motivated & accountable as I personally guide you through THRIVE’s proven 7-step process (reminders, replays, and community support included).

$4200 Value

1 Year of Monthly Group Mentoring Calls with me, Maddie Mae
A whole year of continued access to monthly live mentoring calls (and replay access) so you’ll never be left on your own to figure out how to succeed

$1200 Value

24/7 Access to the THRIVE™ VIP Community
A private group where you can always get direct support from me between the mentoring calls and connect with your fellow THRIVE members for a whole year

$295 Value

Supercharge Your Sales in 14-Days - Customized Success Plan
Your fast-track to converting more inquiries into bookings and maximizing your your profits in 14 days or less

$595 Value

90-Day “Fast-Track to Success” Plan
Your adhd-friendly plan that will guide you through the program with weekly walk-through videos and emails to fast-track you to more, higher-priced bookings in 90 days or less

$395 Value

Craft an Irresistible Brand in 30-Days - Customized Success Plan
Your fast-track to stand out from the crowd with a unique and magnetizing brand in 30 days or less

$495 Value

Digital & Printable THRIVE™ Workbook
Spanning 150+ pages—perfect for visual learners and full of tangible action-steps that allow you see your dreams become reality

$995 Value

Ready-for-Action Templates, Tools, & Resources
Save countless hours with THRIVE’s ready-to-use pricing calculator, phone call scripts, email templates, website copywriting guide, SEO & blogging template & so much more

$95 Value

How to Leave No Trace for Wedding & Elopement Photographers Course
A donation will be made to the Leave No Trace organization on your behalf to grant you access to this non-profit course

12 monthly payments of

$297


or

one payment of

$2997

  

Here’s everything you gain

when you enroll in Thrive:

  • Thrive System™ - 7 Series of Masterclass Videos
    Instant & lifetime access to the series of 7 core modules (45 videos) that guide you through the 7 necessary areas to becoming a thriving photographer

$6400 Value

  • 90-Day “Fast-Track to Success” Coaching Intensive
    Weekly live group coaching calls for 3 months to keep you motivated & accountable as I personally guide you through THRIVE’s proven 7-step process (reminders, replays, and community support included).

$4000 Value

  • 1 Year of Monthly Group Mentoring Calls with me, Maddie Mae
    A whole year of continued access to monthly live mentoring calls (and replay access) so you’ll never be left on your own to figure out how to succeed

$3200 Value

  • 24/7 Access to the THRIVE™ VIP Community
    A private group where you can always get direct support from me between the mentoring calls and connect with your fellow THRIVE members for a whole year

$1200 Value

  • Supercharge Your Sales in 14-Days - Customized Success Plan
    Your fast-track to converting more inquiries into bookings and maximizing your your profits in 14 days or less

$6400 Value

  • Get More Inquiries in 90-Days - Customized Success Plan
    Your fast-track to a flooded inbox of inquiries from your dream clients in 90 days or less

$595 Value

  • Craft an Irresistible Brand in 30-Days - Customized Success Plan
    Your fast-track to stand out from the crowd with a unique and magnetizing brand in 30 days or less

$6400 Value

  • Digital & Printable THRIVE™ Workbook
    Spanning 150+ pages—perfect for visual learners and full of tangible action-steps that allow you see your dreams become reality

$495 Value

  • Ready-for-Action Templates, Tools, & Resources
    Save countless hours with THRIVE’s ready-to-use pricing calculator, phone call scripts, email templates, website copywriting guide, SEO & blogging template & so much more

$995 Value

  • How to Leave No Trace for Wedding & Elopement Photographers Course
    A donation will be made to the Leave No Trace organization on your behalf to grant you access to this non-profit course

$95 Value

12 monthly payments of

$297

or

one payment of

$2997

  

And don’t just take my word for it

Emilee, Oregon

vanessa, Colorado

TRACI, Washington

Shannon, California

MARK, South carolina

HILLARY, Canada

aIMEE, ARIZONA

Jessica, North Carolina

MALACHI, COLORADO

Just “a few more” #THRIVEWINS

from THRIVE program members

Whether you’re new to photography or have been in the industry for a decade

Thrive will meet you where you are at—and give you the knowledge and actionable steps you need to grow

If you…

THRIVE will...

are brand new and don’t have a photography business yet or don’t know where to start

give you a step-by-step plan for creating a sustainable business that can give you a six-figure salary while photographing wedding days you love

have been in business for a while but still struggle to get bookings

show you how to effectively communicate your value and improve your marketing strategies to increase your inquiry volume, sales, and profit

want to travel and book unique destination weddings & elopements

develop the skills you need to communicate your unique expertise and authority to work anywhere in the world

don’t want to travel or solely do hiking or adventure elopements

give you the key to booking unique weddings that inspire you regardless of where you live—because they happen all over the world (travel not required!)

have only done big, traditional weddings but want to book more elopements or smaller events

show you how to use the images and knowledge you already have to attract more eloping and non-traditional wedding couples 

have been getting ghosted or experiencing a lull in inquiries

give you clarity and help you pinpoint what you need to adjust to get more inquiries, and convert more of your inquiries into bookings at higher rates

feel “blah” about your brand and don’t align with the client’s you’re attracting

provide you with a roadmap to create a completely fresh, stand-out brand that will actually magnetize the types of couples you want work with

Whether you’re new to photography or have been in the industry for a decade

Thrive will meet you where you are at—and give you the knowledge and actionable steps you need to grow

If you…

THRIVE will...

are brand new and don’t have a photography business yet or don’t know where to start

give you a step-by-step plan for creating a sustainable business that can give you a six-figure salary while photographing wedding days you love

have been in business for a while but still struggle to get bookings

show you how to effectively communicate your value and improve your marketing strategies to increase your inquiry volume, sales, and profit

want to travel and book unique destination weddings & elopements

develop the skills you need to communicate your unique expertise and authority to work anywhere in the world

don’t want to travel or solely do hiking or adventure elopements

give you the key to booking unique weddings that inspire you regardless of where you live—because they happen all over the world (travel not required!)

have only done big, traditional weddings but want to book more elopements or smaller events

show you how to use the images and knowledge you already have to attract more eloping and non-traditional wedding couples 

have been
getting ghosted or experiencing a lull in inquiries

give you clarity and help you pinpoint what you need to adjust to get more inquiries, and convert more of your inquiries into bookings at higher rates

feel “blah” about your brand and don’t align with the client’s you’re attracting

provide you with a roadmap to create a completely fresh, stand-out brand that will actually magnetize the types of couples you want work with

Still have a burning question or two? 
Ask away. I’ve got you covered.

You can also message me directly below.

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Yes—because THRIVE gives you all the information you need to evaluate where your business is at, identify opportunities for growth, and implement actionable strategies and changes to improve your profit & fulfillment. Whether you are wanting to rebrand your business with intentionality, strengthen your marketing to get a more consistent stream of inquiries, or know how to better communicate your value to charge higher rates, THRIVE can show you how (and so much more).

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Need more information to make your decision?

Send your question directly to me here
and I’ll personally reply with an audio
or video message just for you!

xx Maddie Mae

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Worried You Don’t Have What it Takes? Guess what?

You are already enough

You are a good enough photographer—there’s nothing wrong with your work

You don’t need to have a huge following or win photography awards to turn your photography into a successful career

You have useful knowledge and irreplicable value to offer to the couples that work with you

All you need is someone to help you discover and communicate your uniqueness so you can build a brand that deeply, meaningfully connects with the couples you want to work with

So even though the struggles of running your own photography business might feel like they are getting in your way right now…

You are meant for so much more

No matter how resilient you are, you have struggled enough, and you don’t have to be stuck in survival mode anymore.

It’s time for you to thrive and this course will show you how