custom art
Moments that Matter


Custom, true-to-life artwork designed to preserve meaningful moments — weddings, homes, family stories, and the quiet details that make them special.

Each piece is created with care, patience, and close attention to what matters most to you.







Kind Words

Hire Maddie Maddock for any custom projects. She has done a few paintings for us and the result is always fabulous!

- Allison K.

I have my [pet portrait] by my bedside so I can look at her every night before I go to bed!

- Laura R.

Maddie, you do beautiful work! My mom loves both watercolors you painted. They are special gifts to give!

- Nancy S.

I love mine so much! Absolutely beautiful work.

- Laurie H.

You do such beautiful work with animals! I love my LuLu picture!!!

- Debra R.

Such an easy experience and a stunning result! I absolutely love my family birth flowers; a piece I'll keep forever.

- Katie H.



Services & Investment

Pricing varies based on size, detail, and medium.

Wedding Portraits

Custom wedding portraits, including the option for live painting during your wedding day.

(Live) Starting at $1,500

A live wedding painting is a one-of-a-kind artwork created during your wedding day, then refined in the studio into a finished, heirloom-quality piece.

Typical Coverage
Live Painting On-Site: 4–6 hours during the ceremony and/or reception

Studio Time to Finish: 8–15 hours after the event
Most paintings are delivered within 6–8 weeks.

Starting At Pricing
Pricing varies based on canvas size and level of detail.

16x20 — Starting at $1,500
18x24 — Starting at $1,800
24x30 — Starting at $2,200

Larger sizes or additional detail are available by quote.

Travel
Maddie is based in Granger, Iowa and regularly serves the Des Moines area.

• Travel within approximately one hour of Granger is welcome
• Beyond one hour, travel is billed at $0.67 per mile (round-trip)  
• Events more than two hours away may require overnight lodging at cost

To inquire about availability, please email with your wedding date, venue city, and the moment you’d love captured.

(Studio Only) Starting at $1,000

Pet Portraits

Portraits that capture the personality, expression, and presence of a beloved pet, unmistakably yours.

Starting at $150

House Portraits

Hand-painted illustrations that capture the character and warmth of a cherished home.

Starting at $150

Family Birth Flower Art

Watercolor compositions featuring each family member's birth flower, thoughtfully arranged into one meaningful piece.

Starting at $75

Seasonal & Holiday Minis

Small format, custom mini paintings offered seasonally.

Starting at $20

Art Camps & Lessons

Seasonal art camps and small-group lessons designed to build skills through observation and hands-on practice.

General Commissions

Have something in mind that isn’t listed above? I’m always open to new ideas and creative projects.

General commissions may include live painting for events, business or opening-day portraits, family portraits, commemorative pieces, or other custom artwork. If you can imagine it, it’s worth a conversation.

Let's discuss your idea and explore what’s possible.




maddie maddock
About the Artist



Hi, I'm Maddie, and I'm so glad you're here 🤎

I'm a realist artist working primarily in watercolor, graphite, and acrylics. My work focuses on detailed, true-to-life portraits of people, animals, and homes, with an emphasis on likeness, character, and atmosphere.

I'm drawn to realism for its honesty. Through close observation and careful craftsmanship, I aim to honor each subject as it truly is: a fleeting expression, a pet's personality, or the lived-in story of a home.

Before beginning any piece, I take time to understand why it matters. The emotional connection is just as important as the image itself. My goal is to create artwork that feels timeless, personal, and deeply connected to real life.

Maddie Maddock / Granger, Iowa

Background
  • BA in Art Education, UNI
  • MA in Art Education, UNI
  • 15+ years as an art educator
  • Iowa State Fair Plein Air Artist (2 years)
  • Contributing author, "Democratic Habits in the Art Classroom: Supporting Student Voice, Choice, and Community"



How Commissioning Works

It's easy!
I work hard to ensure bringing your vision to life feels approachable, personal, and collaborative.

Reach Out

Send an email with your idea, reference photos, or questions.

Collaborate

We’ll discuss vision, size, medium, timeline, and investment.

Once details are finalized, a deposit confirms your place in my schedule.

Create

Your piece is created with intention and care.

Every turnaround time is different and will be communicated upfront. In general, anticipate a 4-6 week timeline.

Receive

A finished artwork made specifically for you.




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Contact

Interested in a custom piece or have a question? Reaching out is always welcome!

Email: hello@momentsbymaddock.com
Local: Granger, Iowa (available to travel)

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