Testimonials

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PORTRAITS

Madeleine’s photographs are beautiful.  Beautiful as art, beautiful as memory, and without a shred of artifice. — Cynthia G.

I’m sitting here with tears streaming… These are absolutely splendid. I’m speechless …. You are so talented, Madeleine!!! Those are just so joyful!!! Thank you! – Molly S.

Thank you… holy smokes! Madeleine, you sure can pull it outa ME! – Sara S

I’m  a novelist and writer of nonfiction with a new book coming out in early 2009 — I’ve sat for A WHOLE BUNCHA different photographers (some famous) and can say without hesitation that the shoot with Madeleine was the most fun, most relaxing, easiest shoot I’ve ever participated in. I am happy — ecstatic — that we got so many good shots from my shoot with Madeleine it’s going to be hard to choose. I’d actually been more or less dreading what turned out to be everything you’d hope for, a pleasant morning, that was both interesting and fruitful. Madeleine Tilin has worked in art direction for several different print magazines: her Whole Picture sensibility informs every set up.  She has a real feel, too, for working with natural light. Thanks, Madeleine! — Jane V.

Madeleine is capable of seeing the subtle nuances that dwell in your family dynamic… Her work captures the fleeting expressions in my kids so well and make the images beautiful, unique and very true. —Jennifer C.

Madeleine did our family Christmas shoot and captured the most wonderful photos we’ve ever had taken.  She has a unique combination of creativity, photojournalistic sensitivity, and ability to connect with her subjects that made it easy and enjoyable for us and produced beautiful, natural results. Great photos like this are a treasure. — John S.

I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE Madeleine’s work! Besides being incredibly talented, she is very fun to be around, makes you feel at ease and this shows through her images. Fantastic eye for composition and color, I have worked with her on two occasions, and look forward to working with her again, and again!—Ange M.

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LIFE RITUALS

My husband and I looked for a long time for a photographer for our wedding. We both love photography and have taken pictures of our own for many years. So we looked for a photographer with lots of experience and one, with an eye for design. She took the time to get to know us and had so many ideas for our engagement pictures.  At her suggestion, she took pictures one typical Saturday afternoon, doing our favorite things – cooking, riding the Metro Rail, and enjoying our east Austin neighborhood.  It was very personal and we felt very comfortable with her.  At our wedding, she captured its unique intimacy. She arrived early the day of and stayed late.  Since she had been inside our home and had taken the time to get to know us, she knew our style and she took it into consideration when taking our wedding photos. My husband and I chose Madeleine Tilin because of her years of experience, background in design, and overall personality. We will definitely contact her again for other special moments and milestones in the future.  We truly recommend her work to anyone needing quality photographs for any purpose. – Alejandra M.

Madeleine is no ordinary wedding photographer.  Her photographs captured so many poignant moments on our special day and she has an artistic flair that is hard to come by. Someone once told me that the sign of a good wedding photographer is that you never really see them taking the shots.  Indeed, I never really saw her, but somehow she was everywhere.  Not to mention her LOVELY disposition.” — Lucia G

She captured the spirit of the day and captured something beautiful everywhere she turned her camera. Thanks, Madeleine! – Leigh M.

My wife and I hired Madeleine to handle our wedding photography, and we were absolutely thrilled with the results. …… She was incredibly fun to work with and helped me shine in my photographs. I think that the 10 best photos ever taken by me are all taken by her..—Keith P.

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BUSINESS

I enlisted Madeleine for a pretty tall order, capturing a headshot I would like for my portfolio. And she did not disappoint! Working with her at the shoot was seamless and enjoyable. We had some really good laughs and got shots that were exactly what I was looking for: young, fun and authentic. I really appreciate how she took a personal interest in my adventure and sought to help me bring my portfolio to life. —Daniela V.

Madeleine was an absolute pleasure to work with.  We hired her for a 2-day corporate conference and evening cocktail party.  From the start of the project she was extremely responsive and asked all the right questions.  Leading up to the event she participated in site visits and shot list reviews.  She was fantastic on-site and willing to adjust to a few last minute changes.  Last, but not least, the final results were fabulous! I would definitely recommend and hire Madeleine for my new corporate event! — Renée H.

“I had no idea how much fun I was going to have getting my photographs taken. Madeleine’s presence is pure treat. With her authenticity, playfulness and embracing presence, it was so easy to be myself. I completely forgot that a camera was between us at times. I simply delighted in our connection and play, and when I received the proofs, I was blown away. She captured the essence of who I am so clearly. She is truly amazing. If you are reading this, jump at the opportunity to be photographed by Madeleine. You won’t be disappointed.”

I hired Madeleine to do business headshots for me last year and she did a phenomenal job!  Madeleine was a total professional in every way.  She was in great communication with me before the shoot to discuss my needs by email and phone.  She sent me backgrounds to choose from well before the shoot.  Although I was feeling pretty self-conscious at first about having pictures taken, Madeleine totally made me feel completely at ease during the shoot.  She’s such a warm and friendly person in addition to being a truly talented photographer.  I highly recommend Madeleine Tilin Photography for your photo needs! – Erica S.