Family of five standing together on a marsh path by the water, with docks in the distance

NATURAL, TIMELESS, STORYTELLING PHOTOGRAPHY

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welcome

Your life is made up of moments. Some are big and beautiful, while others are so small you almost miss them. I can’t wait to help you slow down, savor them, and preserve them for years to come.

Toddler walking at the water's edge holding his parents' hands — little moments

Close-up of an expecting couple holding hands, his tattooed arm beside her brown dress — real love

Hello, I'm

Madison

I'm a mama, photographer, and lover of all the little moments that make life beautiful.

I'm passionate about helping moms feel seen and capturing genuine memories with the people they love most.

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Sessions

Let's tell your story

Mom and dad hugging their smiling toddler in denim overalls between them among the trees

Portraits & Families

Starting at$200

30 to 60 minute sessions for up to 7 people, with 10 to 20 edited digital images.

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Expecting mother in a fitted brown dress on a wooden boardwalk beneath Spanish moss

Bump to Baby

Collection$450

From the anticipation of pregnancy to your first days with your newborn, beautifully documented.

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Couple sharing a kiss under a white parasol in a small flower-filled boat on the water

Weddings

Starting at$850

Elopements to celebrations with up to 6 hours of coverage, an online gallery, and a sneak peek.

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how it works

The process

Reach out
Send an inquiry with the session you have in mind and a few dates that work for you.
Plan together
Together we'll choose a location and time (golden hour is a favorite) and talk through what to wear.
Your session
Relaxed, natural, and gently guided, so you can simply be together while I capture the moments that matter.
Your gallery
Your edited images are delivered in a private online gallery, ready to download, share, and print.

Kind words

From my clients

Facebook recommendation from Jalyssa Paige: “I had the most wonderful experience with Madi! She made me feel comfortable and confident while capturing such a special time in my life. Her talent shows in every photo. I couldn't recommend her enough!!” — Jalyssa Paige via Facebook

Facebook recommendation from Kassidi Lapierre: “We've been using Madi Schae Photography for two years now, and we couldn't be happier with her work! She is kind, easy to talk to, and makes every session completely stress-free. She is an absolute dream to work with, and we look forward to every photoshoot with her!” — Kassidi Lapierre via Facebook

Facebook recommendation from Morgan Leckie: “Madi took the best pictures of our family! She was so helpful getting our one year old engaged in the pictures. I cannot wait to print out our pics and use her services again the next time we visit HHI!” — Morgan Leckie via Facebook

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I would love to hear about your family and the season you're in. Share a few details and I'll be in touch.

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Smiling mother holding her baby cheek to cheek outdoors under string lights

Expecting mother in a fitted brown dress on a wooden boardwalk beneath Spanish moss

Man kissing his partner on the forehead as she smiles with eyes closed at sunset

Toddler walking at the water's edge holding his parents' hands

Close-up of an expecting couple holding hands, his tattooed arm beside her brown dress

Stylist in sunglasses reading a hair magazine beneath glowing salon heat lamps