Northwest Montana Photographer • Cinematographer • Available Worldwide

Taking an image, freezing a moment, reveals how rich reality truly is.

Hey there friends!

I’m Joe, a professional adventure lifestyle wedding and elopement photographer with a profound passion for capturing the essence of love and adventure. My mantra is simple but ambitious: No photo is too far, too high, or too hard to capture. It’s all driven by an unwavering motivation and a deep-seated desire to explore the unexplored, to tell stories through my lens that are as daring and boundless as the love stories they portray.

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Veteran & Law Enforcement

I firmly believe that the essence of photography lies in the ability to share the beauty of a moment from one's own unique perspective.

As someone who is passionate, outgoing, and fun-loving, I bring these qualities into my photography work, aiming to capture a diverse range of moments — from the intimate and serene to the adventurous and dynamic. My journey into photography began in 2005 while serving in the military, initially as a hobby. This interest deepened into a fervent passion during my time as a Police Officer. In 2020, I had the opportunity to transition from my career in law enforcement to pursuing my passion for photography on a professional level.

My travels have taken me across the globe, from the United States to Southeast Asia, the Middle East, and Europe. These experiences have afforded me the opportunity to witness and document the myriad ways in which cultures express joy, love, pain, and sorrow. I am continuously moved by the beauty of the world around us — from breathtaking landscapes and starlit skies to the diverse wildlife. It is this beauty that I strive to capture and share through my images.

I am deeply passionate about what I do and am eagerly looking forward to the opportunity to work with you. Whether capturing your next adventure or commemorating the start of a new chapter in your life, I am here to encapsulate those precious moments for you to cherish forever.

Some of my services include:

Full Photography

Aerial Video and Photos

Action Video and Photos

As Seen on The Knot
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FAA Licensed Drone Pilot

Location

I’m based out of Northwest Montana.
Available Worldwide

 
Camera Gear - Wedding Photographer Joseph Mayden.

My Gear.

  • • Sony A7 RV

    • Sony A7 RIV

    • Sony A7 RIII

    • Sony E 10-20mm F4 PZ G

    • Sony 16-35mm FE2.8 GM

    • Sony 24-70mm F2.8 GM

    • Sony 70-200mm F2.8 GM

    • Sony 24mm F1.4 GM

    • Sony 35mm FE 1.4 GM

    • Sony 50mm F1.2 GM

  • • DJI Mavic 3

    • DJI Avata

  • • GoPro Hero 10

    • GoPro Hero 12

  • • MindShift Backlight Elite 45L Camera Backpack