Billings, Montana Family Photographer | Fine Art Lifestyle Portraits

I SPECIALIZE IN CREATING AN ALL INCLUSIVE, elevated EXPERIENCE THAT TRANSFORMS YOUR FAMILY'S DAILY HISTORY INTO STUNNING HEIRLOOM ARTWORK.

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I BELIEVE THE GENUINE LOVE AND JOYFUL CHAOS OF YOUR EVERYDAY MOMENTS ARE DESERVING OF FINE ART. 

Heart Behind the Lens

I don't look at family photography as a business transaction or a gallery meant for an Instagram feed. I look at it as a form of stewardship.

Our time with the people we love most is brief, precious, and entirely a gift from God. My heart belongs to the families who feel that weight—the ones who look at their children and know that these ordinary, chaotic days are actually holy moments.

When we step out into the Montana twilight together, we aren't just posing for pictures.

We are pausing time to honor the soul of your family, preserving a beautiful testament of your love that will outlive any digital grid.


Mackenzie Scheie (Shay)


Family with two young children poses in a mountain meadow during autumn, with snow-capped peaks in the background.
Young girl in teal dress picking wildflowers in golden field at sunset with woman in white dress in background.
A woman with long red hair reclines on a log near a serene river, draped in a flowing beige fabric outdoors.

This is my process:

I. Book the date.

Use our contact form or tap Book Now! After a brief questionnaire & contract, we'll design the location and wardrobe for your family.

II. Design your shoot

Every family, couple, and individual has a unique story to tell. I'll help with wardrobe styling, location scouting, and perfect timing to enhance your storytelling session!

III. TAKE PHOTOS

& Deliver memories

Sessions run 45–70 minutes during golden hour. Packages are all-inclusive, so you keep all your favorites—no add-ons, no surprises! Allow 4 weeks for artful hand retouching and final delivery.

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Mackenzie here

Give me your chaos, your cringe...

"Give me your chaos, your cringe,

your wonderfully confused,

Your tiny tyrants, your eye-rolling crew,

and husbands who initially refused!

Send me your 'this is fine' faces, from a hesitant start,

And I'll turn all that beautiful mayhem

into incredible art!"

—MACKENZIE SCHEIE




Ready to capture your family's magic?


 Let's chat! I'm all ears for your vision of picture-perfect memories. Whether you're dreaming of a whimsical outdoor shoot or a cozy in-home session, I can't wait to bring your family's story to life.Let's connect and start planning your unforgettable photo adventure! Drop me a line or give me a call – I can't wait to hear from you!


Thank you for making life more beautiful,

Mackenzie

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Mother lovingly touching noses with her young daughter in warm sunlight outdoors. Billings Montana Lifestyle The Rims
Testimonials

I am blown away with what Mackenzie captured for me and my family. Not only is she a great photographer, but she is a wonderful person! She knew exactly the right time to photograph as the sun was setting, to be rewarded with amazing pictures to cherish! She was fantastic with my overly tired kids and kept things nice and easy. It was more of a natural, do what my family does best, kind of photo session and I couldn't be more in love with the outcome!!! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!



Julie B.

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Testimonials

Mackenzie is such a sweetheart. I have worked with her a couple of times now and she’s so easy to work with. She makes the shoot fun and carefree. She has done branding photos for my business which was really fun and I just recently did a family session with her. The photos she took of my family are STUNNING and will be keepsakes for our family for years to come


Brittany G.

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Testimonials

I cannot say enough amazing things about Mackenzie! She took pictures of me and my 15 month old when I was 8 months pregnant and the pictures brought me to tears. Not only is her work incredible but she also made me feel so comfortable in front of the camera. She was like a hype girl during the shoot making me feel beautiful and at ease and also being so sweet to my son. I would high recommend her and would have her take our photos again without a doubt!


Shawna S.

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Let’s Compose Your Story

Every beautiful family story deserves to be told with intention, and art cannot be rushed.


Whether you are ready to step in front of the lens next month or simply want to begin dreaming up a sunset session for sometime later this year, I would love to collaborate with you. Let’s take our time designing an stress-free, cinematic experience tailored completely to your family’s unique rhythm—from curated wardrobe styling to chasing the perfect wild Montana light.


Fill out the form below to share your vision, or join my seasonal newsletter to stay inspired, receive styling tips, and get priority access to my calendar when the time is right for your family.

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Available for hire in the Billings and Bozeman area. Previous travels include, Colorado, South Dakota, Alabama, Florida, Arizona, and Minnesota. Contact me for a travel quote.


Contact Me

MackenzieScheie@gmail.com

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*Bio photo edited by Mackenzie Scheie Photography, RAWs taken by Kay Renee Images