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HI I'M MACKENNA

woman, mother, wife, photographer, creative, entrepreneur, dream chaser + your new best friend. a true nostalgic at heart, photos are my favorite way to relive moments and reminisce on experiences. living for warmth + a dreamy aesthetic. I approach photography with a mixture of it all, documentary, flirty editorials + authentic candids. let me be your guide - when we work together, you'll feel seen, held + confident. I promise you'll love your photos, but what I guarantee beyond that, is a stellar experience. ✨

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I promise you’ll get cool photos, but what I guarantee beyond that is a stellar experience ✨ did we just become best friends? YUP

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my clients Thania + Sherrlyne told me I looked like Hermione & it all made sense now cause I do some wizard shit with my camera 🪄

dude double compliment I will take it 🤪

thanks for choosing me gorgeous humans & please send me photos of the “Mackenna inspired photoshoot” you did back at home 😉🥳😘

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Okay it might not seem like a big difference to you… but after 15 years of not dying or cutting my hair other than a lil trim off the bottom - this was HUGE for me 😜

I didn’t go with the full on bangs cause I couldn’t commit to styling my hair every single day and my fine hair doesn’t hold, but I am loving these curtain bangs by @the.desert.brunette & all the movement with layers ✂️

Yay me I was scurrrrred and I still followed through. 🫣😅

draped elegance 🌙

been lucky enough to shoot at @thatchapeldowntown a few times since it’s opened, but this set in specific has had me in a choke hold since the moment I saw it was coming.

Exquisite, bravo, compliments to the chefs @p3events, @mylofleurflorallv

Bride: @haleighprincee
Florals: @mylofleurflorallv
Venue: @thatchapeldowntown
Makeup: @primroseglam
Hair: @lvglam_hair

my millenial dreams came true 🥲

This iconic scene was SO much fun to recreate. As a wedding photographer who grew up loving Parent Trap, this reminded me how amazing my job is. I literally get paid to be as cool as Elizabeth James. 🥰🤪

little me is SCREAMING

Bride: @haleighprincee
Makeup: @primroseglam
Hair: @lvglam_hair
Florals: @mylofleurflorallv
Venue: @thatchapeldowntown
Photographer: hi it’s me 😜

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So you’re getting married in Vegas, but you don’t want to sacrifice on the photos!?! well you’re in good company 🥳 but a lot of chapels out here charge a hefty fee to bring in your own photographer or force you to use theirs. $$$$

no shade to these venue photographers, they’re just doing they’re job - but they follow a pretty c o o k i e cutter regimen to make sure they’re getting the SAME photos for all couples… & I’m guessing since you’re choosing a Vegas elopement, you’re looking for unique, iconic, make your jaw drop photos that will give all your friends at home FOMO 😜

So let me break it down for ya :

These are the FOUR chapels in town that DO NOT charge a few to bring in your dream photographer & luckily, they’re all cute as hell.

Let’s start with @littlewhiteweddingchapel , the most iconic chapel in the world, where all the celebrities get married & an endless supply of stunning backdrops for those picture perfect moments ⛪️

A two in one @surethingchapel where they have two chapels Sure Thing & Sure Thing Too next door to each other, both allowing outside photography & the most insanely over the top kitsch. No detail goes unmissed here. It’s like old Vegas threw up on these ones IN THE BEST WAY possible 💖🦋

& last but not least the newest chapel on the block @thatchapeldowntown this is where luxury meets the Vegas elopement scene. ✨ this venue boasts different “sets” so that the chapel never looks the exact same & feels ethereal from top to bottom.

My recommendation? You can’t go wrong with any of these options tbh, but my suggestion to you is to splurge on the photos. Find your dream photographer and INVEST in your memories. They’re the only thing going with you after the day is done 😘

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K but Jessie + Christian came out to play 🤪

got engaged at red rock canyon yesterday morning & then Christian set up a Photoshoot for later that evening cause he knew she’d want to get dressed up for photos.

take notes gentlemen 👏🏼

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I think we all want to be Veda + David when we grow up. 🤪

Thinking back to 2023 when these two hired me to capture their 10 year vow renewal in the most iconic way. TBH, these two were some of the most light hearted and fun couples I’ve ever had the pleasure of working with. ✨

So here’s your proof that age is a mentality, join the young + fun forever club ♾️

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Don’t get me wrong, I LOVE Elvis ceremonies @ little white!!! But it can sort of be awkward if you’re more on the shy side & don’t want to dance 🤪

Elvis sings 3 different songs (about 1 min of each). While you walk down the aisle, halfway through the ceremony & one at the end before you walk back down the aisle together.

It really is a Vegas staple & such a vibe - but if you don’t lean into it, I’ve had couples tell me they wished they would have known ahead of time what it would be like & maybe they would have chose a regular minister instead. 🫣

Personally - Elvis ceremonies are IT, but I want to be informative to clients who could potentially get uncomfortable!

So what would you chose? Elvis or a traditional minister!? 🥰

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I’ve said it before & I’ll say it again. With the right locations & timing - your Vegas elopement can feel luxurious✨

Met Brooke + Cameron at their hotel to kick things off & ran around the property for some elevated shots before heading downtown.

Romantic dress, classic colors & unique backdrops = timeless photos with a side of Vegas kitsch 💖

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Trends I love as a photographer, especially if you’re eloping in Vegas💖

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If you thought photos from @alittlewhiteweddingchapel were tacky.. thing again 😜

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k but like the endless editing queue & how it lines up with ALL the holidays 😆 its a rigged system! Sending all my photo friends good vibes 🥲 remember, we still deserve to enjoy the holidays like everyone else! ❤️❤️❤️

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2025 is calling & the vibe is BLUE 🦋

Planner + Design: @solizaevents
Venue: @canyongateccevents
Photographer: @mackennadphotography
Makeup Artist: @primroseglam
Hair for @primroseglam by @mhairstyles4you
Videographer: @lexgetraw
Floral: @mylofleurflorallv
Backdrop & Rentals: @solizaevents
Cake: @javocake_lv
Bartender: @mixxiemixologist
Dress: @somethingbluelasvegas
Acrylic Signage: @cocoa_and_confetti
Invitation Suite: @lovebelleazalee
Content Creator: @notjesscontent
Candles: @abloomlv
Model Bride: @scarlette29
Model Groom: @flexcam_91

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I’m ALL for you taking out all the tradition that doesn’t resonate with you BUT PLEASE FOR THE LOVE OF GOD - do not sacrifice the pictures 🤪

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how many times can I say “yeah right there”. Well if we’re being honest… a lot more than demonstrated in this video 😆

I also say, “so cute, like, ummmm, love this, ahhh stop, you guys are stunning” & many more 🤪🤪

reminder that I do in fact shoot a little bit of everything. 💖 like these amazing long term local clients. I shot Nicole + Brandon’s engagements, now maternity & their wedding next spring 🥰

what are our thoughts around these behind the scenes directing videos? as a client, does it help you get a feel for what it would be like to work with me & give you confidence that I will be guiding you through our time together? Curious if you guys want to see more from me like this or just spam you with the final results 😉

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we love it here, but jeez sometimes the million hats feel heavy 😆

as creatives, it doesn’t always come the most natural for us to run the business side of things. That’s why OUTSOURCING has saved my time & sanity 🤪 I still wear all of the hats… I just have a little help carrying the weight 🥳

any other photographers/small business owners out there feel me on this!? 🫣 if you’re struggling to do it all - maybe outsourcing is your next step. Start small & don’t let the investment scare you. We gotta spend money to make money & I promise you… working ON your business instead of IN your business is the easiest way to see rapid growth 🦋

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I could come up with a million more reasons, but here is a good start ❤️

never ever ever over this elopement 🥲 I about cried when I walked up to them. Their traditional Indian attire was a whole ass vibe against the backdrop of a kitschy Vegas chapel 🎲

these two are still planning their big Indian wedding for 2025 but wanted something just for them before the craziness of a 4 day celebration 🥳

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we want newborn/family photos… but we still want it to feel like “us”… we have a suite at the @fontainebleaulasvegas can we do it there? 🫣🫣🫣 say less

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blurry details that just make sense 💅

never thought I’d use a whole post to show blurry photos but here we are 😜 when I took that first shot of lady Elvis performing I was completely giddy. I simply do not care if it’s a fad or it’s going out of style… I adore blurry photos 😝

here’s your reminder that your gallery will have some blur. along with that - you’ll also have crystal clear images of the same shots so you get the best of both worlds.

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such a special thing to capture for my clients 🥲

congratulations Lindsey + Sidney 💍

thinking of proposing soon!? I got your back. We’ll hop on a quick call to go over details & put your mind at ease. I’ve successfully shot and planned dozens of proposals + they’ve always gone seamless ✨ inquire now and let’s start planning yours 🎉

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when life gives you a chicken, you better get that mother clucker in a wedding photo🐔😜

I am deceased with A+J. The fucking colors & details were so funky. I LOVE Vegas weddings because you really do get to do whatever the hell you want ✨

Venue: @surethingchapel @11thstreetrecords @fergusonsdowntown @evelpie
Florals: @blumenhaus___
Content creation: @bsocialweddings

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Almost 2 years since the shoot that not only changed my business.. but my whole family’s life. 🥲

I was in a hard core place of manifestation in early 2023 and it is absolutely wild to see how much my life has changed since that moment.

Let me set a few things straight : No… I am not saying that everybody’s small business will go viral overnight on TikTok.. I sum that up to a lot of risk taking, getting out of my own way & let’s be honest - sheer luck. But what I am saying is that YOU are the only thing getting in the way of your wildest dreams.

you gotta be willing to get realllly uncomfortable to reach that crazy goal & somehow find a place of comfort within that weirdness. What you want is NOT easy… otherwise, you wouldn’t freaking want it.

Wether it’s waiting for the promotion at your company or hoping that someone will hire you to shoot their boudoir photos, even though you’ve never done it before… what I’m saying is STOP waiting!!! Set up a meeting with your boss, have all the details as to why you should get the promotion laid out on paper for them so they don’t have to and they can’t deny the facts. Take a risk and make your best friend model some lingerie for you - feels scary!? GOOD it should, but be radically confident anyways.

immaaa get real woo woo on you ladies and gentlemen. You did not come to this earth to just be content. You came here ready to achieve every damn desire you have. It is your freaking birthright. Go claim it👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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had myself a martini (or two 🤪) and celebrated another beautiful year of this incredible journey ✨ thanks @wipalv + @simplyweddings for one hell of a party !

PS I always take sexy photos of my clients in their hotel rooms… it’s about damn time I had some taken for us 😝🔥

taken by @kymeegilroy LOVE YOU ! My biggest hype woman😍
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makeup : @primroseglam youuuuuu my friend are so talented at your craft 😘
Hair : @lvglam_hair first time meeting her and she KNOCKED it outta the park😎

THAT chapel downtown ✨ @thatchapeldowntown

ft. the romantic set 💐 another slay by @mylofleurflorallv

check out their website to see all the different wedding ceremony sets this new chapel will offer! this is just one of their incredible options to create a luxury feel in the Vegas elopement industry 💍

interested in booking me here for your wedding? 📸 check out the link in my bio and let’s start planning your dreamy day 🫶🏼

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first picture has stolen my heart 🥹

as we near the end of the year, I have reflected on how much my art has changed, what I feel inspired to create & how I want to move forward with all my amazing couples 🫶🏼

Elopements & weddings will always be about 75% of my agenda because I really do love capturing those milestone moments and meeting so many incredible people from all over the world ✨

but I think I’m going to start leaning into creative couples shoots with a local clientele and I’m so excited to watch that side of my business grow too 💃🏻

I had way too much fun yesterday with Gianna + Giovanni and their Motorcycle 🏍️ thank you both for trusting me with your first ever Photoshoot!!! 🥲

local clientele : keep an eye out for model calls - thinking about offering some concepts up so I can playyy 🦋

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happy December 🎁

tis the season for giant red bows and my friends new chapel to open its doors ✨ @thatchapeldowntown

so excited for all that magic that is going to be created in this building & super honored to be the first photographer to utilize the space. 🫶🏼

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grateful 🌸

I am sending a heart full of love out to each and everyone of you in this holiday season. Thank you for supporting my business as it enhances my family life beyond measure ✨

XOXO, M

** big thanks to @rachelmurrayphotography for these beautiful photos 🥰

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Mackenna was truly the most wonderful photographer we could have picked for our small Las Vegas wedding. As someone who isn’t very comfortable in front of a camera, she gave great direction and helped me feel like the most beautiful bride. She worked so hard to ensure we had the photos and experience we wanted and we were beyond happy when we got our pictures back. I couldn’t recommend her enough to anyone looking for a talented and sweet photographer!
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