Max Benedict

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Introduction

**SERIOUS INQUIRIES ONLY** Thumbtack charges me any time someone contacts me through this platform regardless of whether they hire me, so please, if you're just shopping around or have a question, contact me via Instagram or through my website. With that bit out of the way, I'd love to share little about myself. I'm a professional photographer with over 10 years of experience shooting everything from weddings and engagements to commercial fashion editorials. Like so many others, I live for love and seek joy in all parts of my life, and I think this is reflected in my work. I'm passionate about documenting moments of celebration and human connection, and aim capture the interaction between my subjects and their surroundings with clarity, compassion, and honesty. When working with my clients, my first priority is to put people at ease. I do everything I can to help them enjoy the experience of getting their photo taken because it's not always easy being in front of the camera. When I'm able build trust and connection with people, everything else seems to fall into place. When working with me, expect a fun, relaxed, and well-organized environment.

Overview

Hired 19 times

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1 employee

10 years in business

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2022

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for responsiveness, work quality, and professionalism.

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Tariq R.

Aug 2, 2022

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Hired on Thumbtack

I had high hopes for my professional headshots, and Max exceeded even those! I got in touch with Max based on his amazing shots posted here and on Instagram. He seemed to have exactly the balance between professionalism and uniqueness that I was looking for. Right away, he knew the perfect location for our shoot, a downtown PDX area with fantastic backdrops. During the shoot, I also discovered that he has a super talented eye for angles and lighting. The shots came out absolutely perfect, and I’ll definitely be reaching out to him for all of my future photo needs. He really is a gem in the PDX photography scene!!

Details: Solo portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location

Portrait Photography

Jordan M.

Apr 1, 2022

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He did amazing and gave me exactly what I asked he did great even with a screaming baby

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Album or photo book • At the pro’s location

Portrait Photography

Mackenzie C.

Mar 5, 2022

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Details: Posed engagement photoshoot • Natural or environmental • Artful composition and lighting • Candid • Outdoors • One location • Online or digital proofs and prints • At the pro’s location

Engagement Photography

Anirudh K.

Oct 21, 2024

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Max is an awesome person to work with, very flexible and takes great photos. Happy to have hired him for our family photos!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Candid (captured in the moment) • Home • Digital or online download • Physical proofs and prints • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

Teresa R.

Oct 21, 2022

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Initial meeting and photo shoot went very well. The photos themselves were exactly what we wanted and delivered as promised. Very friendly, easy to work with, on time, and a great price! We will definitely use Max again!!

Details: Professional headshot • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Office • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Portrait Photography

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Maxwell Benedict

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My starting rate for any portrait, event, or commercial photography is $250. Larger projects vary in price depending on the scope of the work. Depending on the circumstances I can offer discounts on a case by case basis.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I always want to get to know my customers some before booking a shoot. I'm mostly curious to know about what inspires them and what they hope to gain from working with me. For weddings and engagements, it's nice to know about how the couple met, what they love about each other, and how they spend their time together. More than anything, I just want to make sure that my clients feel comfortable and safe to be themselves around me. Most of my work involves photographing people, and I believe that I'm able to produce the best images when my subjects are at ease.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I am a self-taught photographer with 10 years of experience shooting everything from weddings and events to still-life product photography.

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