Madison Katlin is a Colorado-based photographer who specialises in weddings. With a natural approach, she captures moments as they unfold and strives to be a timeless storyteller. Madison Katlin photographs weddings across the US, as well as globally.
Tell us about your business!
I started as a product and fashion photographer working for agencies in Dallas. Eventually, I realized that working for a corporation wasn't for me; I needed more creative control and preferred documenting couples vs. partnering with businesses. In 2018, I left my job and dove headfirst into my love of wedding photography; my only regret is that I didn't make the move sooner. As a woman-owned small business, I feel both empowered and lucky that I was able to turn a hobby and passion into a career.
Where are you based?
I’m based in Denver, Colorado.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes! I work with couples all across the US and globally. Traveling to new cities, states, and countries is such an added bonus to my job. I love new experiences.
How would you describe your style?
I strive to be a timeless and intimate storyteller. By taking a documentary approach to wedding days, I find that I can be present in the moment which allows me to capture authentic candid moments as well as traditional portraits.
How do you describe your working style?
I am very observant on a wedding day. Instead of prompting my couples and being overly directive, I prefer to capture moments and wedding days as they unfold naturally.
Do you shoot digitally, on film, or both?
I shoot both film and digital.
Do you have custom packages according to individual needs?
Each wedding and love story is unique – I treat each project and proposal the same way. All of my couples receive custom proposals and packages to ensure I’m providing exactly what they are looking for. I offer as much flexibility as possible in terms of hours, additional shooters, support, timing, and even pricing. My primary goal is to form a genuine connection with my couples and to make it a fit for all three of us.
Where would you love to travel to for work?
Traveling for photography is the best. Usually, I’m able to bring my family along with me for the adventure, which is awesome. There are so many different locations on my wedding bucket list, too many to list here! A few of my top spots are Vizcaya Museum and Gardens in Miami, Borgo Santo Pietro in Tuscany, and Aman Sveti Stefan in Montenegro.
Who is your dream client?
My dream client is a couple that is madly in love with each other and that places 100% trust and confidence in me to capture their day as it unfolds. It’s simple, really, but if they can truly live in the moment and be vulnerable with me, themselves, and each other, the art will follow. My #1 goal will always be to provide a timeless snapshot of the love they felt on their wedding day.
Madison Katlin Photography
Website: madisonkatlinphotography.com
Instagram: @madisonkatlinphotography