I met the Blackford family in 2015 when our daughters played club volleyball together. Madison always stood out as a consistent, hard-working player so I was honored when Candi and Roy chose me in their search for a senior photographer in Ellensburg.

Madison Blackford is a senior at Ellensburg High School, Class of 2022. Madi has played volleyball since she was 11 years old. In addition she is also an avid skier and took up the sport of golf last year. Madi also loves being outdoors whether that is paddle boarding, camping, hiking, or just spending time with her family.

As a person recovering from an eating disorder, Madi is a fighter.  Recovery is neither linear nor exact. It’s an uphill climb and a conscious battle every single day. While other kids are focusing on school, and sports and boys, Madi has done all of that AND continued to work towards recovery.  Inspired by her own path to wellness she would like to attend nursing school so that she can work with kids who have eating disorders. Although she has not yet decided where she will attend, she is considering Grand Canyon University in Phoenix.

“Her dad and I encourage her that the sky is the limit – she can do anything that she sets her mind to. We are so proud of the young woman that she is becoming and are amazed at the progress that she has made.  Considering all that she has gone through she is a determined fighter, who takes one day at a time. She is a very smart girl and works hard for the things that she wants.”

It was important to me as a photographer to show Madison what an incredible young woman she was. I wanted to highlight her natural vivaciousness while also showing off her passion for volleyball. Candi loved allowing her to experience multiple settings that captured who she is and her personality.

Senior Photographer in Ellensburg: Madison Blackford