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50 Couches in 50 Nights

http://50couchesin50nights.com/ http://deanmackayphotography.com My name is Dean MacKay. I took photographs of the couches, both as a couch and as my bed.

In June and July of 2010, I slept on 50 different couches in 50 consecutive nights. I took portraits of my hosts and interviewed them. I documented their homes on film and digitally as well as in a journal. I was treated to home cooked meals and intimate secrets. I was cared for when I was ill and checked in on after I was long gone. There were sleepless nights and busy days and times spent discus

sing the past and dreaming about the future. I drank a lot of coffee at a lot of different coffee houses. There were old friends who became closer and acquaintances who I now call my friends. There were even strangers who invited me into their homes. Threads were woven among them all. My skills were honed as I practiced my craft on a daily basis. I learned many things about my hosts and I continue to learn many things about myself. These times are unforgettable. This journey was initially born out of necessity. The economic times had taken their toll. But the fruit of this labor is not simply financial. It is emotional and spiritual and societal. I tapped into something that is still developing. And as it develops I will share with you this knowledge as well as providing you a way to share it with others. I hope that you will support me as this journey continue and grows. I have released a coffee table book from this work and I'm working on a continuing series of coffee table books. Of course, and second project, "Living in America", is also in the works. Any assistance or advice that you can offer to further these projects is welcome. Your support, both financial and emotional, is crucial to my success. Thank You. Dean MacKay

05/08/2026

Katelyn & Louis

Tennessee Gardens Event Center
Redlands, California

November 22nd, 2025

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05/07/2026

Brenda & Jordan

Pasadena / Granada Hills, California

September 23rd, 2023

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If you’re getting married, or know someone who is getting married, please keep me in mind.

While I’m based near Joshua Tree, California, I work all over Southern California, and all over the country. With friends and family, scattered nearly everywhere, my travel fees are very low.

04/13/2026

Carlee & Samuel

Centralia Square
Centralia, Washington

November 17th, 2025

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P.S. I love to travel. I love to photograph weddings. If you know someone getting married, no matter where they are, please ask them to check out my work. My travel fees are super low.

04/12/2026

Cassie & TJ

Lasertown
Johnson Valley, California

September 9th, 2023

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03/20/2026

Congratulations to Randi & Marcello!

After so much snow, it warmed up the day before the wedding, which allowed us to do all the things outside.

Evergreen Farms
Dayville, CT

March 8th, 2026

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P.S. I love to travel. I love to photograph weddings. If you know someone getting married, no matter where they are, please ask them to check out my work. My travel fees are super low.

02/19/2026

Melinda & Tomáš

Aliso Viejo by Wedgewood Weddings
Aliso Viejo, California

June 12th, 2025

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02/13/2026

Julie & Danny

Renton, Washington

August 12th, 2023

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02/05/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve been recognized as a Best of Zola 2026 vendor!

It's our third year in a row!

We’re one of a select group that has gone above and beyond for our couples, with the five-star reviews to prove it. We’re honored that Zola counts on us to deliver the same exceptional experience to all our future couples and can’t wait to make your biggest day your best day.

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12/24/2025

Happy (almost) Anniversary to Nathan & Emily!

Omni Rancho Las Palmas
Rancho Mirage, California

December 29th, 2025

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12/23/2025

Happy Holidays!

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Rancho Mirage, CA
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