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THE Madison z photography BLOG

Bringing out the beauty in your chaos whether your family is scrapbook-ready or more hesitant about spending time in front of the camera.

extended family photos six month old baby grandparents nc beach atlantic

Whether you’re vacationing on the Crystal Coast or you live here year-round, the beaches of Atlantic Beach and Emerald Isle in North Carolina are the perfect backdrop for family photos. Extended Family Photos on the Beach This session was all about togetherness: the grandparents who started it all, their children, and one sweet baby girl […]

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family photos on the beach

Sometimes, the most beautiful family moments come when we least expect them. This family session at the beach started out like any other—barefoot little ones, wind in their hair, and the soft sound of waves behind us. But then? It started to rain. And instead of running for cover, these parents did something truly special: […]

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newborn baby boy sleeping

There’s something so heart-melting about a newborn who sleeps through their entire session—and baby Ollie absolutely understood the assignment. From the moment I stepped into his nursery, I knew this session was going to be a special one. The walls were lined with cozy details and sweet nods to a certain British bear in a […]

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one year old studio milestone birthday girl smocked outfit photos

There’s something so magical about a baby’s first year—the way they go from tiny newborn to a full-blown personality with giggles, quirks, and chubby little fingers! This sweet girl’s 12-month milestone session was full of joy, expression, and the kind of charm that only a one-year-old can bring. She wore the most precious smocked pink […]

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newborn baby girl swaddled on white background with pink bow

Welcoming your sweet baby into the world is such a special time, and capturing those early moments with a newborn session ensures you’ll have beautiful memories to look back on forever. But let’s be real—newborns are completely unpredictable! They run on their own schedule, and that’s okay. My goal is to create a relaxed, stress-free […]

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one year milestone first birthday family photos

One of the greatest joys of my job is watching families grow and capturing the fleeting moments that define a baby’s first year. From the moment the O’Dell family welcomed their sweet baby boy home to the joyous celebration of his first birthday, every step of their journey has been filled with love, laughter, and […]

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baby girl gender reveal with pink embroidered onesie

Some moments in life are pure magic, and Maegan and Mitchell’s gender reveal session was one of them! As they prepared to welcome their first baby, they wanted to document this special milestone in a way that felt intimate, exciting, and true to who they are. With their sweet pup by their side, we set […]

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