My photography is dark, moody, and cinematic. The kind of images that stop you in your tracks, that pull you in and make you feel something you can't quite name but recognize instantly.
I love a photo that shows the raw + authentic connection between two people, or when a woman is seeing her true self in all of her beauty. I never pose my clients, but instead I guide them into comfort so I can document them in their most vulnerable forms.
Photos are meant to document times in our lives that we can hold on to forever + that's what I do. I want the photos to be real + make you go back to the feeling you had when it was being taken.
Every session is curated to fit you and your story.
Hi, I'm MacKayla—a fine art photographer based in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, specializing in couples + women's portraits.
My work is very different than traditional portraits. I approach the session in a documentary style: the way two people look at each other when they think no one's watching, or the quiet confidence of a woman who's ready to be seen.
Hi, I'm MacKayla—a fine art photographer based in Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany, specializing in couples + women's portraits.
My work is very different than traditional portraits. I approach the session in a documentary style: the way two people look at each other when they think no one's watching, or the quiet confidence of a woman who's ready to be seen. I'm drawn to authenticity, emotion, and the kind of storytelling that stays with you. I don't pose, I guide my sessions.
Outside of photography, I'm married to my soulmate, we have three children, I'm a cheer mom, a board game enthusiast (over 200 games in my collection), a foodie, 80% caffeine, a traveler + adventurer, and we are huge Green Bay Packers fans in our home!
If you want to see what type of art we can create together, please reach out!
I'm drawn to authenticity, emotion, and the kind of storytelling that stays with you. I don't pose, I guide my sessions.
Outside of photography, I'm married to my soulmate, we have three children, I'm a cheer mom, a board game enthusiast (over 200 games in my collection), a foodie, 80% caffeine, a traveler + adventurer, and we are huge Green Bay Packers fans in our home!
If you want to see what type of art we can create together, please reach out!
Self-Love Sessions are for women who are ready to celebrate themselves exactly as they are. Empowering portraits that capture your strength, something more intimate and sensual, you're expecting and want to document this chapter, or maybe you just want beautiful, timeless portraits that feel like you. Whatever brings you here, I'll create a space where you feel safe, seen, and confident.
Each session includes a curated style guide.
Soulmate Sessions capture the raw, unfiltered intimacy between you.
Whether you're looking for fun and artsy on-location shoots, something steamy and bold, or anything in between, this guided session is designed around your unique connection.
Every session includes a curated style guide.
There's something magical about being photographed in an intimate setting with someone you have never met.
I met my husband from a stranger session. It's unconventional + vulnerable. There's a willingness to be seen in a way that no one has ever looked at you before.
"MacKayla made this shoot so comfortable and laid back. The environment is comfortable. MacKayla is fun and easy going! Can’t wait to shoot with her again!"
Best maternity photo shoot
"Working with her was such an amazing experience from start to finish. She made me feel so comfortable and confident the entire time, which honestly made all the difference. She really listens to what you want, but also brings her own creative ideas that turn out even better than you imagined. The whole shoot felt natural and fun, not awkward at all, and that really shows in the photos. They turned out absolutely beautiful—I couldn’t be happier with them. I would 100% do another shoot with her again and recommend her to anyone looking for someone who truly cares about making you feel your best and capturing it perfectly."
"Mackayla did an amazing job with my graduation pictures! I’m usually very camera shy, but she made me feel so comfortable and guided me through all the poses with ease. I truly recommend her to anyone looking for beautiful photos and a supportive photographer!"
A personalized session plan based on our consultation, a style guide, a hand-selected location, check-ins with information from booking to session, a curated session + a photo review.
As of August 2026, I will be based in Landstuhl, Deutschland.
I will be available to travel throughout Europe.
I require a booking consultation to discuss the session + our ideas for the session. If we are a good fit, we will schedule from there.
A non-refundable booking fee is required upon scheduling to hold the date.
My portfolio showcases my editing style + the type of work that I do. When you book with me, you are booking for me + my preferred style.
Delivery times will generally be 2-4 weeks but may increase to 6-8 weeks during peak seasons.
Please send me an email at mspringlephoto@outlook.com or fill out the contact form at the bottom of this page.
I will occasionally offer styled shoots + modeling opportunities.
You will see these posted on my social media when they are available.
RAW files will not be available for purchase.