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A results-driven business and marketing program for photographers who want to stand out from the competition, attract perfect-fit clients, and build a reliable six-figure income (and beyond)

Get fully booked photographing weddings & elopements you love at your highest rates yet

—with a clear business and marketing plan, ongoing mentoring, and proven systems that actually get results

Enrollment CLLOSES in

  

“Last year I made $28k, now I’m making $100k”

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“I got one hundred more inquires this year than last year.”

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“I just booked my highest package yet, $14.5k”

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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

dream inquires that come to them instead of constantly chasing bookings

easily charging rates that support the life they want?

Meanwhile, your daily reality might look more like…

  • Opening up your inbox hoping for an inquiry you actually want to photograph, but finding it’s either empty, or it’s for a less-than-ideal client
  • Getting discouraged from constant ghosting and price-shoppers—leaving you wondering if you need to lower your prices just to keep up
  • Trying anything to get enough bookings to pay the bills… offering discounts, signing up for another directory service or sharing your website on every single referral post on Facebook
  • Feeling confused and frustrated trying marketing strategies that seem to work for everyone else, and not sure why they aren’t working for you
  • FOMO while watching other photographers book the kinds of weddings you dream about, while you feel stuck repeating the same draining season
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If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone here. Many TALENTED photographers
have these struggles, And it doesn’t have to stay this way.

TAKE A DEEP BREATH AND SAY THIS WITH ME

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You can create a reliable, full-time career photographing high-paying wedding and elopement clients that genuinely excite you

whether that’s…

  • Dreamy destination weddings on Mediterranean islands
  • 2-person elopements in your favorite national parks
  • High-energy rooftop weddings overlooking city skylines
  • Intimate and meaningful backyard celebrations with just close friends & family
  • Artsy creative weddings where the client wants film and super-8 coverage
  • Ballroom bashes full of family, friends, and tons of fun
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NO MATTER WHAT MARKET YOU’RE IN…

There’s a space in this industry that’s all yours.



There’s clients ready to pay you top-dollar for exactly what you’re excited about.

You can become the go-to photographer for the work you actually want to create.

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?

It’s not your work, your market, or your rates keeping you stuck.

It always comes down to these 3 issues


1

Your brand is blending in and feels too similar to everyone else 

If couples can’t quickly understand what makes you different, they’ll just pick whoever is cheaper.

With THRIVE, you’ll discover what makes you unique and create a brand that’s unmistakably yours, so you clients feel like you’re the obvious choice (even when you’re more expensive).

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2

Your business isn’t being found by enough of the right couples 

You can be incredibly talented, but if your marketing isn’t consistently reaching the right people who want what you offer, inquiries will be slow or unpredictable.

Inside THRIVE, you’ll learn a proven targeted marketing system that consistently brings you dream inquiries, without hustling or burnout.


3

Your value isn’t being clearly communicated

When inquiring couples can’t easily understand the full value of what you’re offering, they haggle, ghost, or choose someone else.

THRIVE will show you how to stop underselling yourself and communicate your value in a way the builds trust, confidence, and your highest-paying bookings yet (without any slimy sales tactics).

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When you change these 3 things, everything changes.

you already have what it takes

What you need to get more bookings is a proven PLAN

A clear, step-by-step roadmap designed to help you create a brand that stands out in a crowded market, attract your dream clients consistently, and empower you to confidently book out your season with the “perfect fit” couples at higher rates. 



When you know what to focus on and why it works, your business starts to feel predictable instead of stressful.

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

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12-month business & marketing mentoring program

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Learn how to become fully booked photographing the weddings & elopements you love—while building a six-figure (& beyond) business that supports your dream lifestyle

THRIVE is your all-in-one blueprint to growing a sustainable, profitable photography business through clear strategy, ongoing support, and proven systems that actually work in the real world.

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With THRIVE you’ll have a step-by-step plan to:

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  • Build your dream business photographing the exact type of weddings and elopements you like best—filling your calendar with bookings you can hardly believe you’re getting paid for
  • Create a unique brand that’s instantly recognizable as yours and easily stands out in a crowded market and draws in the right kind of clients
  • Strategically overhaul your pricing, so your value is obvious and even your packages demonstrate what makes you different
  • Implement powerful and targeted marketing strategies bring in consistent, dream inquiries without hustle or burnout
  • Deliver an unforgettable experience for your couples, leading to stronger referrals, 5-star reviews and long-term growth

Don’t compete on price. You can easily outcompete everyone else by being something un-copyable—you.

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you have something to offer that no one else does

  

“I sent out my first $10k invoice this morning and I started photographing weddings last year”

“Thanks to Maddie, I hit 6-figures in my first year full time, and am set to break $200k”

“I’ve raised my average booking by $2k and am fully booked for this year”

READY TO SEE HOW IT WORKS?

Welcome to the

Thrive System™

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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

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THRIVE System Video Trainings & Clear Action-Steps


My practical, easy-to-follow training videos and guided action-steps walk you through implementing the tested and proven strategies for branding, pricing, websites, marketing, and sales so you book better, higher-paying clients consistently.

Twice-per-Month Live Mentoring Calls with Maddie Mae for 1 Year


You can hop on live group video calls with me twice each month and get my personal feedback and tailored answers for your individual business—plus get advice and encouragement from your fellow THRIVE members for an entire year.

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Q&A, Audits, & Feedback from Maddie Mae in the VIP Community

Between calls, you have 24/7 access to getting answers and in-depth feedback from me on what you’re implementing (your website, your pricing, etc.) in an intimate private community of fellow thriving photographers for a whole year.

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Done-For-You Templates, Scripts, Calculators and Resource Library


Save countless hours with ready-to-use email templates, consult call scripts, pricing calculators, website copywriting guides & more—designed to accelerate your success.

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Choose-Your-Own Pace, Guided, & Customized Success Plans


Choose from the 90-day Fast-Track, or 3 customized action roadmaps designed to tackle your most pressing goals and exactly what your business needs most right now

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Lifetime Access to Trainings & Resources

Never fear missing out or being left behind. Unlike other programs, your access to the video trainings, templates, resources, & workbook in Thrive never expires—it’s yours, forever.

The weekly (or self-paced) video trainings & action steps guide you through:

The 7 steps to building a thriving wedding or elopement photography business

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

How much time do you need?

The trainings on average are about 2 hours of guided curriculum per week for a 12-week period (if you follow the 90-day Fast Track).

You can start them whenever is convenient for you, but the faster you dive in and start implementing the strategies, the faster you’ll see results.

You keep lifetime access to the training modules, so THRIVE can fit with your schedule even if it’s your busy season.

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Here’s a 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

PLUS, THERE’S EVEN MORE INSIDE

BONUSES to help you Thrive

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

1 Year of Twice-per-month Live Mentoring Calls with Maddie Mae

$4800 VALUE

Get personal feedback, ask questions, and get tailored solutions for you over 24 live mentoring calls with Maddie Mae over 12 months. Plus get advice from your fellow like-minded photographers in the program who want to see you succeed!

These calls are designed to let you overcome blocks, get hands-on attention, and guide you through your real business questions so that you can reach your goals. I’ll never leave you without support.

If you need to miss one or two, these intimate calls are recorded so that you can always catch-up or revisit at any time, again and again.

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4 Personalized Audits/Reviews

OF YOUR CHOOSING, ON YOUR SCHEDULE

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$4000 VALUE

As a THRIVE member, you can get 4 personalized reviews on anything you’re actively implementing on any of the twice-monthly live mentoring calls with me or directly inside the VIP THRIVE community.

So whether you’re working on leveling-up your:

  • Home Page
  • Pricing Page / Pricing Guide
  • Initial Inquiry Response
  • Blog Post SEO Optimization
  • or something else!

You can get experienced eyes on your work, stop second-guessing yourself, and get clear next steps to move forward with confidence after applying what you’ve learned inside THRIVE.

Exclusive Membership to the VIP THRIVE COMMUNITY

Q&A and Support from Maddie in an Encouraging Community, 24/7

$1200 VALUE

For an entire year, you can get answers to any questions you have for me between the mentoring calls, so you’ll never be left on your own. You can also crowdsource recommendations and advice from a whole group of business-minded photographers in the VIP THRIVE Community and: 

  • 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 program
  • Get referrals and recommendations for copywriters, web designers, and more
  • Post model calls and get booking referrals from fellow thriving photographers
  • Turn your goals into reality with advice from top photographers in the industry
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Done-For-You Templates, Scripts, Tools, & Resource Library

$1000 VALUE

Save countless hours & streamline your workflow with instant access to a toolbox full of ready-to-use, customizable templates and resources to jumpstart your success including:

  • pricing calculator
  • website copywriting guided outlines
  • pricing guide template
  • content calendar
  • 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!

Digital & Printable

THRIVE™ Workbook

$495 VALUE

This isn’t your ordinary workbook—it’s a 150+ page complete roadmap to your success.

Designed to directly work with the video trainings, this workbook is filled 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 practices that transform dreams into reality

And the best part? It’s both digital and fully print friendly. That way you can choose whichever way you work best (or use a combination of both!)

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90-Day Fast-Track & Customized Success Plans

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$295 VALUE

The 90-day fast-track is an ADHD-friendly plan that breaks down the THRIVE system video trainings and action steps into a manageable 12-week plan—showing you exactly how to get the most out of THRIVE in your first 90 days and see more inquires and higher bookings, the fastest.

You’ll get weekly emails from me telling you exactly what trainings to watch (about 2 hours of content per week) plus exactly what action steps to focus on. There’s also a “challenge” section of the THRIVE community where you can turn in your weekly homework and get support and encouragement!



For a customized route through THRIVE to tackle your unique goals—there’s also a “Where to Start with THRIVE” flowchart which will give you 3 other personalized routes through the program depending on your experience and needs. You can also ask for my advice anytime on where to head next in the program so you can reach your next goal.

FREE BONUS COURSE

How to Leave No Trace

for Wedding & Elopement Photographers

$95 VALUE

BECOME PART OF THE SOLUTION

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.

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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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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Ready to create the business and lifestyle you love?

Invest in Thrive before February 26th
& get something brand new

THE EXCLUSIVE thrive GRADUATE BONUS

6-Month *FREE* extension of

Mentoring calls & VIP group support

when you Graduate THRIVE

THRIVE is the only program in the industry with a huge graduate bonus like this that’s designed to motivate and reward you for taking action so you can see real results.

All you need to do to take advantage of these incredible perks of being a THRIVE graduate is to complete the video trainings and a short assessment/survey within 12 months of enrolling.

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When you graduate within 12 months, you unlock:

6 more months of twice-per-month live mentoring calls with Maddie Mae (12 more calls) for more personal feedback and tailored answers

6 more months of Q&A and personalized support from Maddie in the dedicated VIP Thrive community. I love supporting your growth!

Lifetime access to the THRIVE Graduate community to share wins, get referrals, source recommendations & forge lasting friendships

The THRIVE Graduate Badge and free listing on the THRIVE Graduates page with a valuable backlink

The opportunity to get on Maddie Mae (Adventure Instead’s) personal referral list for inquiries I can’t take on

Exclusive early access to new offers, special discounts, and ongoing perks—I take incredibly good care of THRIVE graduates

Plus, your enrollment already includes

Lifetime access to the video trainings (including all future updates), resources, and workbook

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?

And don't just take my word for it

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

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 all the video trainings 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 program 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:

OVER $18,000 OF VALUE INSIDE

$7000 Value

Thrive System™ Training Videos - Instant & Lifetime Access
The 7 steps to building your thriving business with tested and proven strategies. Stream at your own pace and re-watch whenever you want.

$4800 Value

1 Year of Twice-Per Month Live Mentoring Calls with Maddie Mae
12 months (24 calls) with Maddie and fellow thrive members for personal feedback, hands-on attention, tailored answers for your business

$1200 Value

Q&A + Personalized Support from Maddie in the THRIVE Community
Get direct support and answers to your questions between the mentoring calls, with 24/7 access to the dedicated community, for 1 full year

$4000 Value

4 Personalized Reviews/Audits of Your Choice
Get 4 personalized reviews (i.e. your home page, pricing, inquiry response etc.) on any of the twice-monthly live mentoring calls or in the community

$1000 Value

Done-For-You Templates, Scripts, Tools, & Resource Library
Save time & accelerate your success with customizable templates, scripts, calculators, content ideas, initial emails, follow-ups, pricing guide & more

$495 Value

Digital & Printable THRIVE™ Workbook
Your 150+ page complete roadmap to success—with visual examples and exercises that put your plans into action

$295 Value

90-Day Fast-Track & Customized Success Plans
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

$95 Value

Free Bonus Course: How to Leave No Trace
A donation will be made to the Leave No Trace organization on your behalf to grant you access to this non-profit course

$3000 Value

6-Month *FREE* Extension of Mentoring Calls & Community for Graduates
Graduate within 12 months and unlock 6 more months of live mentoring calls, Q&A support + extra perks (the graduate badge, listing, referrals, and more)

30-Day Zero Risk Guarantee - No Questions Asked
If you watch all the video trainings within 30 days and if you’re not happy for any reason, just email me and I’ll give you every penny back.

12 monthly payments of

$340


or

one payment of

$3400

  

Here’s everything you gain

when you enroll in Thrive:

OVER $18,000 OF VALUE INSIDE

  • Thrive System™ Training Videos - Instant & Lifetime Access
    The 7 steps to building your thriving business with tested and proven strategies. Stream at your own pace and re-watch whenever you want.

$7000 Value

  • 1 Year of Twice-Per Month Live Mentoring Calls with Maddie Mae
    12 months (24 calls) with Maddie and fellow thrive members for personal feedback, hands-on attention, tailored answers for your business

$4800 Value

  • Q&A + Personalized Support from Maddie in the THRIVE Community
    Get direct support and answers to your questions between the mentoring calls, with 24/7 access to the dedicated community, for 1 full year

$1200 Value

  • 4 Personalized Reviews/Audits of Your Choice
    Get 4 personalized reviews (i.e. your home page, pricing, inquiry response etc.) on any of the twice-monthly live mentoring calls or in the community

$4000 Value

  • Done-For-You Templates, Scripts, Tools, & Resource Library
    Save time & accelerate your success with customizable templates, scripts, calculators, content ideas, initial emails, follow-ups, pricing guide & more

$1000 Value

  • Digital & Printable THRIVE™ Workbook
    Your 150+ page complete roadmap to success—with visual examples and exercises that put your plans into action

$495 Value

  • 90-Day Fast-Track & Customized Success Plans
    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

$295 Value

  • Free Bonus Course: How to Leave No Trace
    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

  • 6-Month *FREE* Extension of Mentoring Calls & Community for Graduates
    Graduate within 12 months and unlock 6 more months of live mentoring calls, Q&A support + extra perks (the graduate badge, listing, referrals, and more)

$3000 Value

  • 30-Day Zero Risk Guarantee - No Questions Asked
    If you watch all the video trainings within 30 days and if you’re not happy for any reason, just email me and I’ll give you every penny back.

12 monthly payments of

$340

or

one payment of

$3400

  

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

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