Maddie McCuddy is a documentary photojournalist (b. 2002, La Center, WA), currently based in Harrison County, KY. She graduated from the University of Montana with a BA in photojournalism, a minor in wilderness studies, and has traveled all over the U.S. She's dedicated to capturing the quieter, intimate, and emotional moments of rural life. Outside of her work, Maddie is constantly curious-- a jack of all trades, but a master of none. She enjoys experimenting in the kitchen, making pottery, exploring the mountains of Montana, and occasionally rapping My Shot by Hamilton.
Currently in Harrison County, KY working for Boyd Station
University of Montana Photo Workshop 2024
Staff position at The Montana Kaimin
Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEFAT) for Journalists 2024
Fellowship with the Missoulian
Mountain Workshop 2025
NDA Workshop 2026
5th Place Hearst Photo Story 2024
1st Place Hearst Photo Features and News 2025
1st Place Photo National Champion Hearst 2026
Fellow at Boyd Station Project 306.36 2026
Freelanced for the Pulp, The Montana Free Press, Missoulian, and more.