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Capturing the quiet, real moments between people who love each other

Roanoke Valley Wedding & Portrait Photographer | Salem, Virginia

 

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A young couple in wedding attire smile at each other in front of a stone fireplace, bride holding white flowers.
Black and white photo of a bride walking down the aisle with her father at an elegant wedding ceremony.
Couple sharing a romantic kiss at sunset on a mountain overlook, man lifting woman in teal heels.
A bride and groom embrace outdoors under string lights with a weeping willow backdrop at dusk.
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Photography with a focus on authentic, unscripted moments between people who love each other

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Chasing Love Throughout

Salem • Roanoke • Bedford • Lynchburg • Lexington • Blacksburg • Christiansburg • Floyd • Smith Mountain Lake • Charlottesville•Blue Ridge Mountains • Southwest Virginia

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Meet Madison

Hi, I'm Madison. I'm the face behind the camera and owner of Madison Rae Photographs, LLC. I'm based in Salem, Virginia, and I photograph weddings and families across Southwest Virginia and the Blue Ridge Mountains.


I got my start young, photographing wildflowers and landscapes long before I ever photographed people. Since then I've served in the Air Force, become a wife and mom, and built this business around one idea: photographs that feel like you, not like a version of you trying too hard.

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Family of four posing on a gravel path surrounded by golden autumn aspen trees.
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From documenting your wedding day to becoming a mother, as well as all life's moments in-between, I'd love to preserve all of your memories for you to hold on to!

 

Weddings

Documentary-style coverage for weddings and elopements across the Blue Ridge and Southwest Virginia, real moments, not just posed ones.

Bride and groom exit white barn wedding venue through sparkler send-off tunnel.
Bride and groom share romantic kiss on grand staircase with white bouquet.
Black and white photo of bride and groom cutting a tall five-tier wedding cake surrounded by hydrangeas and roses.
Bride and groom kiss under wedding veil in white chandelier gazebo venue.
Bride and groom light unity candles at elegant wedding ceremony altar together.
Back view of Black bride in lace corset wedding gown holding a colorful bouquet of orange, yellow, and blue flowers.
Groom in black tuxedo with white boutonniere smiles at wedding ceremony altar.
Bride and groom sharing a loving gaze under green trees near a pond, groom in burgundy suit with boutonniere.
Bride and groom kissing at sweetheart table surrounded by lush colorful floral arrangements under a weeping willow tree.
Bride and groom sit at sweetheart table during elegant barn wedding reception.
Wedding guests watch slideshow projection at romantic candlelit barn reception venue.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a romantic kiss outdoors at their wedding reception.
Black and white portrait of bride in strapless gown seated by a pond under a weeping willow holding a bouquet.
Groom in burgundy suit tenderly embracing bride holding a pastel bouquet near a willow tree and pond.
Bride and groom cut white tiered wedding cake in black and white photo.
Radiant Black bride in a strapless ball gown with floral veil twirling outdoors under willow trees with string lights.
Outdoor wedding reception setup at dusk with draped cocktail tables, string lights, and a rustic wooden fence backdrop.
Elegant outdoor wedding floral arrangement featuring blue agapanthus, blush roses, and green hydrangeas in a white vase.
Bride walks down aisle with escort in black and white wedding ceremony photo.
Elegant black and white wedding reception table setting with tall candelabra centerpiece.
Black and white photo of bride and groom sharing a romantic dip kiss at outdoor wedding ceremony.
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Portraits

Relaxed, connection-focused sessions for families and couples, capturing the quiet, everyday moments worth holding onto.

Young woman in a red dress sitting in a field at sunset with mountains in the background.
Family of four sitting on a blanket under a large tree with mountain views behind them.
Couple embracing under a sunlit tree while two children run through an open field with mountains.
Two young siblings hugging and smiling outdoors in a black and white portrait with mountain backdrop.
Happy family with baby celebrating Christmas outdoors at night with festive lights and decorations.
Young couple kissing their baby girl outdoors during Christmas with holiday lights in background.
Family portrait with parents, two children, and black dog standing in a sunlit home hallway.
Black and white photo of young boy lying beside newborn sibling on a soft blanket.
Peaceful newborn baby sleeping wrapped in a soft blanket in a black and white portrait.
New parents tenderly holding their newborn baby in a softly lit nursery with floral wallpaper.
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Mini Sessions

Shorter, seasonal sessions for the year you just need updated photos, no big production, still full of real moments.

Black and white photo of a smiling mother holding her toddler in a decorative peacock chair.
Family of five with three young children playing with bubbles in a bright white living room.
Family of four on a wooden bridge in a lush green forest, parents swinging toddler between them.
Three siblings sitting together on a woven bench, smiling at the camera in a bright studio.
Black and white portrait of a baby sitting on a wooden bridge surrounded by trees.
Mother and laughing toddler sitting in a black peacock chair beside a potted tree indoors.
Parents with beards and dark hair admire their baby boy amid pink and white spring blossoms.
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some moments are better in black & white

You'll see a natural mix of color and black and white throughout your gallery, whatever feels most true to the moment. I will absolutely change any of your images to black & white within one week of delivery, included in any collection!

Black and white photo of parents holding hands watching two young children run across an open field with mountains behind.
Groom in black tuxedo smiles at altar during elegant wedding ceremony in ornate venue.
Black and white family photo of parents and toddler lovingly gazing at newborn baby together.
Black and white wedding ceremony photo with bride, groom, and wedding party standing at elegant venue altar.
Black and white portrait of a cute baby girl with curly hair wearing a floral dress, looking up with bright eyes.
Black and white family portrait on couch with dog in foreground, parents and child smiling by window.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple sitting together on a beach, with ocean waves in the background.
Black and white wedding ceremony photo of bride walking down the aisle with guests seated in elegant venue.
Black and white photo of a smiling couple gazing at each other outdoors, woman with blonde hair touching mans chest.
Black and white photo of groomsmen in tuxedos posing in an elegant ballroom with decorative columns.
Black and white photo of a couple kissing while holding their baby outdoors under flowering trees.
Black and white photo of a couple sharing a romantic moment on a barn venue balcony at night.
Black and white photo of a mother and toddler laughing together in a wicker chair beside a potted tree.
Black and white photo of a child sleeping on a mans lap during a church service in wooden pews.
Black and white photo of parents kissing their baby on both cheeks outdoors.
Black and white photo of bride in white gown with bridesmaids in dark dresses at wedding venue.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a joyful embrace at their elegant wedding reception.
Black and white family portrait of parents with two young boys smiling on a beach with ocean waves behind them.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss outdoors at their wedding reception.
Woman smiling at elegantly set outdoor table beneath weeping willow tree, surrounded by floral arrangements, black and white photo.
Black and white family portrait with parents and three children playing with bubbles in a bright living room.
Black and white photo of a bride and groom sharing a kiss under a draped white fabric arch outdoors.
Black and white photo of a father and two young children making silly screaming faces outdoors near mountains.
Black and white photo of a romantic couple touching foreheads and smiling, the woman gently holding the mans face.
Black and white romantic photo of newlywed couple kissing under flowing bridal veil at wedding.
Black and white portrait of a joyful young boy laughing outdoors, wearing a collared shirt.
Black and white photo of a mother and young son sharing a warm embrace in an open field with rolling hills.
Black and white family portrait of parents with three young children smiling and cuddling together on a couch.
Black and white photo of elegant church interior with chandeliers and floral altar decorations.
Black and white wedding photo of bride and groom touching foreheads tenderly, framed by flowing veil in elegant venue.
Black and white family portrait with parents holding two children and a Labrador dog standing in a sunlit hallway.
Black and white photo of an older child lying down holding a newborn baby on a soft blanket.
Black and white photo of a man on one knee proposing to a woman outdoors in a snowy winter landscape.
Bride and groom share a romantic kiss on a barn venue balcony at night with reception below.
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