About - Rigdon Photography

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Hello, We're the Rigdons

Husband & wife duo

We’re a husband-and-wife team of creatives with a deep love for everything artistic. From home DIY projects to painting, drawing, and sculpting, we find joy in bringing ideas to life. Madeline also leads worship at our church, blending her passion for music with her creative spirit. This love for art shapes the way we see the world and fuels our ability to capture the most beautiful, meaningful details through our photography. Whether it's the quiet in-between moments or the grand, joy-filled celebrations, we’re honored to document your story with an artist’s eye.

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We want to capture the photos you want to hang on your wall, print in photo albums, and treasure forever. The goal is simple. Timeless, genuine, cinematic, and romantic images. The authentic in-between moments and the grand magazine-worthy portraits.

Wedding details including white hydrangeas, paper elements, wedding rings, and seashells arranged on a light gray surface.

Wedding days are full of high emotion, so we always want to bring peace to every room we enter. We will be conscious of other vendors and check-in to see how you are feeling.

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What began as Coy snapping photos of prom nights and senior portraits in high school has grown into something far bigger than we could have imagined. Back then, we were just high school sweethearts, learning and dreaming side by side. Over the years, photography became more than a passion, it became our shared calling. Now in 2025, Madeline is stepping away from her teaching career to join the business full-time. We’re deeply grateful for the chance to build this life together, capturing love stories for the most incredible clients.

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Get to Know Us

We call the charming, Hallmark-style town of Waynesville, NC, home—a place rich in history, where both of our families have lived for generations. While we frequently travel for weddings, we love soaking up everything our hometown has to offer, from hiking the Blue Ridge trails to spending sunny days on the lake and discovering the best local restaurants.

When we're not behind the camera, you’ll find us in the kitchen trying new recipes, tending to our garden, or hosting game nights with friends. Our Border Collie, Josie, is always by our side, making every adventure even more fun!

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Madeline's Favorite Activity

Coy's Favorite Activity

Our Hobby

Our Friday Nights

Kind words from

Alyssa Newman-Carro

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Coy is not only an amazing photographer, but such a good human! My husband and I got married quickly while my dad was declining due to terminal illness. He is so kind, creative and as someone who does not like to be photographed, I barely even knew he was taking pictures. Coy captured the emotion of the day perfectly and provided us with stunning pictures that we will have for the rest of our lives. I get emotional every time I look through them.

Prior to the elopement, we had set a wedding date for this coming October (2022) which he will also be shooting for us. We are so blessed to have him again, and we know he will absolutely blow us away yet again. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!