investment
Unlike many of your other vendors, I'm with you two for nearly the entire day as your unofficial bridesmaid. Not only will I tell the story of your day through my photography, but I'll also make sure that you're having a good time. That means I'm hyping you up before all the big moments, getting you to laugh when you're feeling nervous, and being your cheerleader from start to finish.
I photograph every kind of wedding imaginable, from intimate lovers getting hitched at City Hall to massive celebrations with hundreds of your closest friends. I take great care to ensure that all of my couples are able to find a package that best suits their needs when it comes to photography coverage.
All packages include hi-res images delivered on a secure, online digital gallery with a print release. Most couples spend $8k - $9k for full day coverage.
Every detail you've put into wedding planning is personal and important to you. Choosing me as your photographer should feel just as meaningful.
I strive to make our process feel easy, fun, and as stress-free as possible. Just like what you would expect when working with a close friend. Each and every couple is different when it comes to their needs and expectations, and it's my goal to make sure those are met while documenting your wedding day. I'm the photographer who holds your hand when you need it, who cries happy tears when you cry happy tears. I put my heart & soul into creating photos that represent you and your partner.
Weddings
Micro weddings
minimonies
For couples looking to receive full day coverage for a large wedding
8 hour minimium
40+ guests
Gatherings with friends + family at smaller venues, homes, and backyards
3 hour minimum
Less than 40 guests
City hall weddings and other intimate ceremonies with few people present
1-2 hours
6-10 guests
ENGAGEMENTS, PROPOSALS, + FAMILies
Engagement Session
Second Shooter
Additional Hours
Wedding Albums
Rehearsal Dinner Coverage
Travel Availability
ADD-ONS + EXTRAS:
Printing Rights
Vendor Recommendations
Wedding Day Guide
Timeline Assistance
Gallery Delivery Within 8 Weeks
WEDDING PACKAGES INCLUDE:
Engagement sessions, planned proposals, and family sessions
1-2 hours
FINE ART WEDDING albums
to have & to hold
Creating a wedding album is the best way to immortalize one of the most important days of your life. There's a special feeling that takes over when you physically hold an album in your hands– the flashbacks hit deeper than a post on Instagram or Facebook.
Remember what it was like to flip through your grandparent's wedding album on the couch? How your fingers ran over the photos of their smiling faces? Making an album means that you'll get to share that magic from your own wedding with friends, loved ones, or even kids + grandchildren in the future.
No internet, batteries, or power cords required. Even when memories start to fade as you grow older, all you'll need to do is reach into the bookshelf and everything will come flooding back.
I can't wait to create an album with you that will last a lifetime.
"Madi is an incredibly talented artist and we are absolutely in love with her photos. And maybe just as importantly, she is such a warm and kind person who immediately put everyone in the wedding at ease. Are you worried about being photographed for hours and made the center of attention? Madi will make what could be an awkward encounter feel second nature. Are you worried that your venue has weird lighting? From getting ready to the ceremony to the dance floor, every photo perfectly captures the emotion of the day. Are you stressed about logistics? Madi was super-human levels of communicative leading up to the wedding and helped us plan and navigate various logistics without even batting an eye. Planning a wedding involves a lot of difficult decisions, but this one is easy."
Laura + Nathan
"Madi was amazing to work with throughout the planning process. From putting together a realistic day of schedule, giving helpful planning tips, delivering a gorgeous engagement photo gallery, going above & beyond to scout locations for portraits at our very large venue, soothing our anxieties and keeping us on schedule day of, and delivering the wedding album of our literal dreams... Madi is incredible and you should absolutely book her. Madi was also so deliberate in capturing the small details of the day (that were a blur for us!), pictures of so many of our guests, and candid moments with people who mean the most to us. To top it all off, Madi is fun and friendly, and we loved getting to spend time with her throughout this process."
Hanna + Nick
"Madi was so easy to work with - from planning everything, to her communication, to how comfortable she made us feel in front of the camera. She is so knowledgeable about all things wedding and was so helpful to us in more ways than just photography. BUT THEN THE PHOTOGRAPHY!! Her photos were absolutely stunning. She captured our goofiness in such a beautiful way, caught all of the little moments between us and guests, nailed all of the little detail shots. She was so amazing to work with and we loved our experience with her."
Becca + Trevor
"We LOVED working with Madi. I feel like she really understood me and my husband's wedding vibe from the beginning! Taking so many photos can feel awkward at first, but she made us feel so at ease, and we got to know her fun personality even more that day! Many of our friends and family commented on how great she was! We had a big wedding (300+ people) with a lot of family and friends to take photos of/organize and she handled it like a true pro. On top of that, she repeatedly checked in on me and my husband and made it a priority to ensure we were calm and happy throughout the day. She is so gifted at her craft; we are just in awe at how well she captured our day. We are so grateful to Madi for making our day so special; she truly went above and beyond for us. We cannot recommend her enough!"
Maggie + Tom
"If we could give Madi 100/5 stars, we would! Not only does she have a stunning portfolio, but she had great insight on how to structure our wedding day. For the wedding itself, Madi truly went above and beyond though. She helped keep us to our timeline without feeling rushed and made sure that every moment we wanted was captured (and probably then some). Madi Ellis is worth every single penny and should probably be paid royalties every time her works of art are shared because they're that good. She's INCREDIBLE and truly the best in the business!!!!"
Mattie + Chris
"From start to finish, Madi made our special day feel so graceful and effortless. She felt more like a friend tagging along than just a photographer, seamlessly blending into the celebration. Her warmth, friendliness, professionalism, and incredible organization truly shone through. The humor she brought added to the incredible vibe of the day, making everything feel relaxed and joyful. Madi has an incredible talent for finding the most beautiful moments, from candid laughter to the most heartfelt glances. Every shot tells a story, preserving the joy and love we felt throughout the day. If you’re looking for a photographer who not only delivers stunning images but also enhances the overall experience, look no further."
Alex + Ian
"I was on the hunt for a photographer that would capture two things: color and emotion. What we got with Madi was not just color and emotion in photography style, but a soundboard to get ideas off of, a great communicator, someone who was genuinely invested in our engagement and wedding day experience, and truly a wonderful human who is respectful of all backgrounds and identities. In the first intro call, Madi really showed an authentic yearn to get to know me and my husband's background and history together. I feel like I can remember every moment just by looking at our wedding gallery. It makes me emotional and so grateful that we picked her as our photographer."
Sam + Freddy
"When we told our venue vendor that we were working with Madi Ellis, her response was, 'the queen.' She was 100% right. I can't say enough good things about Madi. She was super engaged and responsive from the jump, and she went above and beyond to help us integrate our photo plans with our wedding day schedule, making sure we didn't miss out on opportunities to capture the night. On our wedding day, Madi was prompt, prepared, and ready with a contingency plan when downtown traffic threatened to throw off our shoot schedule. Throughout the night she helped our coordinator keep things rolling smoothly and was ready to take advantage of candid moments and set up group shots on the fly. And the photos are all stunning and captured us so well!"
Will + Jeff
"Madi is quite literally one of the most talented, capable, and fun event photographers in the game. I believe her services are something else compared to other photographers, especially in the wedding industry. She works closely with you and your partner to tailor your experience based on your needs and preferences, and her institutional knowledge and experience of the wedding industry, best practices, and event flow. Her work is bar none. She has a warm personality that managed to calm my nerves and instill confidence. She even shows up on the day of the wedding with an "emergency kit" for anything that could go wrong! She's a star and thinks of it all - an excellent vendor to have in your corner. If you're on the fence, here's your sign to book Madi ASAP."
Rebecca + John
"My husband and I could write pages and pages about how beautiful the photos that Madi takes are. Her eye for detail, soft direction on the best angles and poses, and knack for capturing pure emotion are unmet, and come across beautifully in her photos. On the wedding day, we had numerous guests and family members compliment how well Madi directed our guests for group photos, and how she took the most beautiful shots. That easiness and lightness shone through on our wedding photos, all thanks to the wonderful and talented Madi Ellis!"
Sarah + Drew
