Kansas City, MO WEdding photographer

Here for          kind of love story 

every

Whether it’s a cozy elopement or a packed dance floor, I’ll be right there, hyping you up, calming your nerves and capturing it all exactly as it feels. These aren’t just photos but pieces of your story & I’m so honored to tell it. 

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Hi, I’m Kenz!

That’s probably why I love photography so much. It lets me hold onto those little, in-between moments that make life feel full. 

I don’t believe in “just showing up” to take photos. When you book me, you’re getting someone who wants to be in it with you. The planning, the nerves, the laughter, and the real life moments. I want to be there for you, however you need. Whether it be talking through your timeline, helping you pick a location, or simply being the person who reminds you to breathe on the big day. 

When the big day finally arrives, I want it to feel like a friend is walking in and not a stranger with a camera. I want you to trust that I will capture your story exactly how it feels: natural, comfortable and full of heart. 

more about me

I’m a big believer in slow moments, belly laughs and being your true, authentic self. 

My editing style is timeless – true-to-color, warm and vibrant – so your photos will look just as beautiful in fifty years as they do today. 

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weddings

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elopements

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You’ve got a story worth remembering

You want photos that actually feel like you

"sHE IS GREAT AT MAKING EVERYONE FEEL RELAXED AND COMFORTABLE"

I work with The Perfect Touch KC and it was so much fun to work with Kenz! She does amazing work

Ilyanna

"She was incredibly helpful with posing"

I’ve received sooo many compliments on my engagement photos! I discovered Makenzie through her Instagram page and instantly loved her editing style. During the shoot, she made us feel completely at ease and ensured we captured every shot we wanted. She was incredibly helpful with posing and had great location ideas. Plus, she delivered the edited photos much faster than I expected. I highly recommend her for anyone looking for couples, engagement, or wedding photography! 

Kajsa 

"I will definitely be using Makenzie Again to capture all of my big life moments"

My roommate and I just moved into our apartment and wanted fun photos to hang up and let me tell you - Makenzie CRUSHED it! I love the photos and her editing style. I received a lot of positive feedback from friends and family that my brother booked her to take surprise proposal pictures! I will definitely be using Makenzie to capture all of my big life moments

Lauren

"Makenzie did absolutely iNCREDIBLE all around!"

Makenzie did absolutely INCREDIBLE all around! She made this day so easy and effortless. She had endless ideas but was always open to any ideas we had ourselves, which were executed beautifully. Makenzie worked so fast and had all the photos back to me within a 3 day window. She is absolutely the ONE to contact for any of your photography needs!! 

Keeley

"She is genuinely Kind and thoughtful"

Makenzie Mathison Photography delivered an outstanding experience at our venue, The Heartland Lodge. Her professionalism, creativity, and natural talent shine through in every image. Beyond her technical skill, she is genuinely kind and thoughtful, making the entire process smooth and enjoyable. We look forward to working with her again!

Holli

FAQ

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Once you've decided that we're the perfect fit, I'll send over your personalized proposal with your collection, contract, and payment schedule all in one place. Your date is officially reserved once your signed contract and deposit are received. Your first payment simply goes toward your total collection price, and the amount will depend on the payment plan you choose. Once that's all taken care of, you're officially booked and I get to start being excited with you! 

What happens after we inquire? +

How do we officially book with you? +

Do you travel for weddings? -

Can we customize our collection? +

How many photos will we receive? +

What if you are unable to make it to our wedding after we have booked? +

Do you offer payment plans? +

YES! Traveling for weddings is one of my favorite things. Whether you're planning a wedding across the country, an intimate destination celebration, or an adventurous elopement somewhere completely new, I'd love to be there. Travel fees will vary depending on the location, and I'll always go over those details with you upfront so there are no surprises.

What happens after we inquire? +

How do we officially book with you? +

Do you travel for weddings? +

Can we customize our collection? -

How many photos will we receive? +

What if you are unable to make it to our wedding after we have booked? +

Do you offer payment plans? +

Absolutely! My collections are designed to cover the most common wedding-day needs, but I know every wedding is different. If you need to add additional coverage, a second photographer, an engagement session, an album, or something else, we can customize your collection to make sure it makes sense for you and your day.

What happens after we inquire? +

How do we officially book with you? +

Do you travel for weddings? +

Can we customize our collection? +

How many photos will we receive? -

What if you are unable to make it to our wedding after we have booked? +

Do you offer payment plans? +

This can vary a little depending on your wedding day, but you can typically expect around 60 fully edited images per hour I am at your event. I don't believe in putting a strict limit on the number of photos you receive—I want you to have all the moments that tell the story of your day.

What happens after we inquire? +

How do we officially book with you? +

Do you travel for weddings? +

Can we customize our collection? +

How many photos will we receive? +

What if you are unable to make it to our wedding after we have booked? -

Do you offer payment plans? +

While this is extremely rare, I always have a backup plan in place for the unexpected. If an emergency prevents me from photographing your wedding, I would work to find a trusted professional photographer with a similar style and approach to photograph your day. I would still handle all communication, editing, and delivery of your images so you can feel confident that you're taken care of from start to finish.

What happens after we inquire? +

How do we officially book with you? +

Do you travel for weddings? +

Can we customize our collection? +

How many photos will we receive? +

What if you are unable to make it to our wedding after we have booked? +

Do you offer payment plans? -

Yes! I want photography to feel as stress-free as possible, so I offer flexible payment plans to make things easier. You can choose to split your balance into 4, 6, or 8 payments, depending on what works best for you. Your final payment is due 1 month before your wedding date.

What happens after we inquire? -

How do we officially book with you? +

Do you travel for weddings? +

Can we customize our collection? +

How many photos will we receive? +

What if you are unable to make it to our wedding after we have booked? +

Do you offer payment plans? +

Once you send in an inquiry, I'll be in touch with all of the information you'll need. From there, we'll set up a time to chat, get to know each other, talk all things wedding, and make sure we're a good fit. If you decide you'd like to move forward, I'll send over your proposal and we'll officially get you on the books! From there, I'll be here throughout the entire planning process to help with timelines, photography questions, and anything else I can do to make your wedding day feel a little easier.

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