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⏳ Spring dates fill quickly... most grads book 1–2 months ahead.


If you have a specific week in mind, now’s the time to grab it.

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WHy book with me


I’m a graduate of UT Austin, where I earned a degree in Radio-Television-Film with a minor in Business. I began photographing senior and graduation portraits in 2017, and have spent years refining a style that feels polished, natural, and true to each client.


What sets me apart is my approach to photo retouching.


Every image is carefully refined by hand to enhance (not alter) who you are.


I focus on clean details, natural skin tones, and timeless edits so your photos never feel overdone or trendy.


The result is simple:


photos that feel like you, captured at your absolute best.



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Most photographers take the photos ...I perfect them.

Here’s what makes My experience different:

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📸 You get the full gallery.


Not a small, pre-selected batch. You see everything from your session and choose the photos you love most.

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✨Professional retouching


I’ve been retouching in Photoshop for over 10 years. Every final image is carefully edited by hand. So no presets, no mass filters.

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✅ You choose what gets edited.


Your favorites matter most. You select which photos receive final retouching, so nothing you love gets left out.

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🎓 Built for UT grads


As a UT Alumn I know the UT campus inside and out and guide you through posing so you never feel awkward or unsure.

Testimonials
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“From graduation to my wedding, Madison has captured some of the most important moments of my life.”
— ANG
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“I’ve worked with Madison from high school all the way through grad school, and I keep coming back for a reason. She’s incredibly detail-oriented with her editing, and I genuinely love every set of photos she delivers.”
— Anna
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“My mom and grandma were shocked when they saw the final photos. They were so happy with how everything turned out.”
— LUCAS
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“We AirPlayed the gallery to our TV and couldn’t stop screaming. We were obsessed with how they turned out.”
— Lola
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“Madison is so easy to work with, and I keep coming back. She’s done my LinkedIn photos, family portraits, and grad photos, and I’ve loved every session.”
— Karime

The Experience, Step by Step

Simple, Stress-Free, and Thoughtfully Planned

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I. Book the date.

To book, just choose a date on the booking site. The best time for photos is about one hour before sunset.


Once everything is confirmed, I’ll start prepping for your session and will reach out to confirm your booking.


I’ll also send you tips on what to bring and how to make the most of your shoot.

II. Take photos.

On the day of your session, we’ll meet at the location you’ve chosen. I recommend scheduling during golden hour, either at sunrise or sunset, for the best lighting.


Be sure to bring your outfits, your cap and gown, and any props you’d like to include in the photos.


Feel free to invite a friend or family member to come along for support and to keep the energy positive and fun.

III. Deliver memories.

Within a day of your session, you’ll receive access to a gallery containing all the unedited photos. Once you’ve chosen your favorite photos, your fully edited gallery will be ready in about two-four weeks.

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