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MJMaiden Photography *(READ BIO FIRST, TY)

$400
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Responds in about 3 hours


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About
****************ATTENTION, PLEASE READ BEFORE INQUIRING**************** *SERIOUS INQUIRES ONLY, PROS PAY PER LEAD ON TT! So if you are curious about me, my work, or my availability look out for me in other ways. Thank you so much! Hello, welcome to my page! My name is Makenzi but most peeps call me M.J.☺️ I am a Destination Wedding and Elopement photographer that travels to beautiful destinations to capture the greatest love stories. I enjoy making you laugh, being your hype woman, and making sure that you have a great experience with me! My photography style is warm, creative, and authentic. I love working with all different types of individuals and capturing some of the most unforgettable moments through my lens. I like to create a comfortable space for you to be 100% yourself in order to capture candid moments that tells your story! If you like to have fun, enjoy laughing, and want to have a great time while taking your photos, THEN I AM YOUR GIRL!!! But it's so important that you find a photographer that matches your personal style and can execute your vision. So, I hope I can be the one to help you mark those beautiful occasions that will last a lifetime!
Overview

Hired 125 times

Serves Rancho Santa Fe, CA

Background checked

2 employees

6 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMonClosed

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Facebook, Instagram

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2025

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2023

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2022

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2021

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2020

Services offered

Photoshoot type

Proposal photoshoot

Posed engagement photoshoot

Photo style

Traditional posed

Candid

Artful composition and lighting

Natural or environmental

Wedding photographer also needed

Yes

Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Exceptional 5.0

153 reviews

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Raquel S.

2 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

MJ was such a delight to work with. The first thing I noticed about her was the energy she brings, right through from her bio to her website and ever more so in person. She responds quickly and efficiently making the booking process easy and smooth. I felt so confident and empowered during my maternity shoot and the results are absolutely stunning. Thank you MJ for capturing this season in my life so effortlessly! I can’t wait to frame these!

Details: Maternity portrait • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Outdoors • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography
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Jayant S.

Aug 30, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

MJ is just a phenomenal professional to work with. I reached out to MJ to capture my proposal to my girlfriend at Windansea Beach. MJ went above and beyond with her preparations and even got on numerous phone calls with me to help me with the planning to ensure I had the perfect location on the beach for the perfect shot. MJ got to the location early to scout out the area and caught our magical moments for us. MJ is the ultimate professional and is extremely kind and easy to work with. The quality of the pictures speak for themselves, but MJ’s sincerity and care are what make her a joy to work with. I would 1000% recommend MJ for your photoshoot.

Details: Proposal photoshoot • Traditional posed • Candid • Artful composition and lighting • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Engagement Photography
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Amar N.

Aug 4, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

Our experience with MJ was great! She took the most beautiful pictures of our most important moments. She made us feel comfortable and helped us with the best poses and the best shots. Would definitely recommend 10/10.

Details: Couples portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography
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Stacy B.

Jun 11, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

MJ was very supportive of my ideas for my shoot and came well prepared for the day. She has such amazing energy and made the shoot such a pleasant experience. I highly recommend MJ! Her work came out beautifully.

Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography
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Emily F.

Oct 20, 2025

Hired on Thumbtack

We were very happy with our experience with MJ! She was responsive, punctual, and easy to work with! There were no scheduling issues, delay in photos, etc. Everything was seamless!

Details: Maternity portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography
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Makenzi Maiden