artist
expat
Traveler
Photographer and founder of Desert to Desert
I am Maddi Mae
Originally from the Midwest, my journey has taken me from Arizona to Saudi Arabia, shaping not only the way I see the world, but also the way I document it. Through travel, new cultures, and meaningful connections, I've developed a deep appreciation for the stories that unfold between people, places, and seasons of life.
My approach blends honest storytelling with curated editorial artistry, resulting in photographs that feel timeless, elevated, and true to your experience. I'm drawn to the in-between, the quiet glances, the movement, the emotion, and the details that often become the most cherished memories.
When I'm not photographing weddings, you'll likely find me exploring a new city, documenting everyday life abroad, or working on creative projects through Desert to Desert. No matter where the journey leads, my goal remains the same: to create thoughtful imagery that feels honest, timeless, and deeply personal.
I believe the best stories are the ones we choose for ourselves.
Years from now, I want your photographs to remind you not only what everything looked like, but what it felt like to live it.
My philosophy
I believe in thoughtful, considered, and personal collaborations
I've always believed that life is meant to be experienced, not simply observed.
Some of the most meaningful moments in my own life have come from stepping outside what was expected, moving across the country, living abroad, traveling to unfamiliar places, and learning from people whose lives look different from my own.
Because of that, I'm drawn to people who create lives that feel true to them.
When it comes to weddings, I don't think there's a right way to celebrate. I think the best days are the ones that reflect the people at the center of them. The ones where you're present enough to take it all in, surrounded by the people you love, creating memories that will matter long after the day is over.
Photography is simply my way of preserving those moments.
The photographs I value most aren't perfect because everything went according to plan. They're meaningful because they remind us how it felt to be there.