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I get it, I am not the photographer for everyone! But, if you're down for adventures, you like moodier images that focus on emotional connection, have a rad sense of humor, and hate awkward photo sessions where "say cheese" is the most your photographer says, than I'm your girl. I strive for photos that display movement and emotion. Every thing I ask my couples to do, is requiring them to move, feel, and ALWAYS get a little goofy! As you can see, I follow those standards pretty well ;) I am definitely a weirdo as my mom has told me my entire life, but I think that's what makes my clients so comfortable in front of the camera. If I'm embarrassing my self and laughing at it, then whatever they're doing just looks 10 times better! Those moments usually get the best laughing photos too ;)

If I sound like what you're looking for, let's get connected! I am always down for coffee, and if there's a solid amount of distance, than I make it work with a phone call/facetime date! We can totally drink our coffee at home and talk about it over the phone ;)

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Frequently asked questions

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files
Prints

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Multi. Locations
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Contemporary
Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Boudoir Shoot
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints

Reviews of Makenzie Lauren Photography

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Masi Sent on 02/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Absolutely everything we wanted!

Makenzie is the absolute best (and so is her husband Noah!). Let me start this review by saying that we had booked another photographer who had great reviews and seemed like they would deliver everything that we wanted. We did our engagement session with our first photographer and we just didn't mesh well. Additionally, the photos that she took didn't look like an engagement session but rather a family session in the park. This is a special time in our lives and we really wanted to capture that love on camera and she didn't deliver. being about 6 months out from our wedding and having to switch photographers it was very stressful to say the least. I came on wedding wire and went through pages and pages of photographers and was about to give up and told myself "just one more page" And that's where I found Makenzie. I had a little bit of trust issues and was skeptical due to our latest experience with the last photographer, and Makenzie just put me completely at ease. She's so professional, experienced, and truly I feel that we've gained a great friendship from this entire interaction. The day of our wedding I knew that I had absolutely nothing to worry about after we got our engagement photos back. She had captured us, exactly who we are, and she exceeded all expectations on the wedding day as well. We have now found our lifetime photographer and I'm actually hiring her a couple more times this year for various things! Seriously call her, Skype with her, get to know her! I will recommend her forever. My entire family, wedding party, and guests were coming up to me asking me where I found her and if she was willing to travel for their stuff. She's THAT good.
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Anna Sent on 02/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photos!

Makenzie is the most down to earth and humble person I have ever met. She took me in not only as a client but as a friend and provided amazing hospitality and professionalism when I came time for the wedding and making sure every detail was right. Makenzie and her husband make and awesome team and my photos are something I will cherish for a lifetime.
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Emiley Sent on 02/24/2020
5 out of 5 rating

Best Experience

The wedding process was definitely a daunting one at the beginning. I had no idea where to start. I was referred to Makenzie, and her photos had the style and vibe I was going for. Once I met her, I knew I had to book her. From meeting me for coffee to go over her packages, to our fabulous engagement session, ending in our amazing wedding day, Makenzie was such a blessing through it all. She has the experience, knowledge, and talent to make your wedding day look so amazing in the pictures, but also the personality, heart, and kind spirit to make you feel like the most special bride in the world when it gets to be your big day. She made the whole process so effortless, and I constantly find myself going back through our pictures. Do yourself a favor and book her!
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Jenna Sent on 07/18/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Elopement Photography

Makenzie is an absolute joy to work with! We were so lucky to find her! She worked with me on short notice and was so easy to communicate with. I have never been comfortable with having my picture taken but Makenzie put my husband and I both at complete ease throughout the entire process. She fully captured the vision I described to her...and then some! Absolutely recommend!
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Tasha Sent on 02/12/2019
5 out of 5 rating

She was an absolute dream

We used Makenzie four our engagement pictures and I literally could not have been more pleased. We LOVED them and so did everyone else!! She made it so fun and was a trooper up on that freezing cold mountain top. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for any event. Wedding, engagement, family, you name it!
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Malee Sent on 01/25/2019
5 out of 5 rating

Picture perfect

Makenzie is very easy to work with and made my husband and I very comfortable when taking our pictures for our wedding and our engagement photos. I love her style and the details she captures in the pictures are breathtaking. When anyone asks who took our photos I always recommend Makenzie. ❤️
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Kayla Sent on 09/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Makenzie is the best photographer I have ever had the pleasure to be around! She made my day perfect and always kept me laughing!! There’s not enough words to say how awesome she is! I got a ton of gorgeous pictures back and for the money, it was wellllll worth it. She is so reasonably priced. It meant the world to me that she makes every experience so personal and I will use her for anything in the future. I am constantly recommending her to other brides and just people in general! Love her!
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Mary Sent on 09/14/2018
5 out of 5 rating
Makenzie is the sweetest person ever! She really cares for her brides! She will work with you and make sure she captures every little detail that you want! What sets her apart from other photographers is that she really captures the meaningful and silly moments of your big day! The pictures are intimate and lovely! Not only was she my photographer but she a friend who made sure my day was perfect. I highly recommend her!
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Leslie Sent on 09/14/2018
4.8 out of 5 rating
Makenzie was the very best photographer we could have hired for our weddin. She did everything right and with a great attitude and professionalism - from scheduling, to working on a timeline, to being there and snapping pics for over 8 hours, and always being super responsive and kind AND a great price. We got GREAT images and we love them so much - thanks, Makenzie!
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Makenzie Lauren Photography frequently asked questions

Makenzie Lauren Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Makenzie Lauren Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Multi. Locations
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Makenzie Lauren Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Contemporary
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Makenzie Lauren Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Boudoir Shoot
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Makenzie Lauren Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Makenzie Lauren Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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