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Unconventional - Taurus Scorpio Scorpio - Barefoot n Wild

My self taught style derives from my childhood in the mountains with a camera and it’s instruction manual in hand. It continues to evolve throughout my adulthood by wandering in the Wild West with my pups and photographing couples in a variety of places. Usually in some of the most capturing parts of nature.

My photography is founded on candid, unplanned moments.


30-year-old self taught artist. I’ve done photography beginning in 2006, weddings since 2013, and begun videography in 2017.

After taking on too much work, in 2022 I took a break from weddings to focus on media marketing and advancing my video skillset. Now i’m ready to end my break.

To show you my new artistic captures, I am rebranding my portfolio!


I’ll probably wear my grounding earth runners to your photoshoot, elopement or wedding. I am your Montana modern day hippy!

I grow my own sprouts, actually about 12 different kinds and overeat them everyday. I drink a 40 ounce smoothie in the morning for all of my daily nutrients - which are in raw form! Yes, sprouts are in the smoothie.

I wear a pair of earthrunners every time I step out the door unless there is just too much snow. The sandals are a zero drop, which mimics walking barefoot and is better for the entire body.

Earth runners have a small piece of copper on the bottom that runs up through the laces to mimic a ground of a house. Don’t get me starting on “earthing” health benefits… JFK would do it… Must be good!

Did I mention I love to travel? I’m a very simple traveler. I’ll sleep pretty much anywhere but a hotel. Find a camping spot, a parking spot, or even just two trees. Some say you hippy - I say I save you lots of money on travel fees.

Seriously, traveling is my favorite! I’ve lived months out of a van, truckbed and camper. All in different places each winter, like Hawaii, Arizona and California. I save my summer adventures for Montana!


codypayneco@gmail.com


One of my first videos way back in 2018 when I was living in Hawaii.