It's a JOY to document your
most precious moments.
I feel grateful to do what I love.
telling the story of your life —
From simple, cherished moments to monumental occasions.
I’m Ali, a documentary wedding and portrait photographer based in Minnesota. I’m a wife, a mom of five, and basically an expert at juggling chaos with a camera in one hand and a coffee in the other.
The best photos start with connection. I love helping you feel comfortable and totally yourself while I document genuine laughter, sweet glances, and all the little moments in between. My positivity and decades of experience help everyone relax, so the photos feel natural, fun, and full of emotion.
It is an honor to tell your story.
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Fact 1
Connection is my passion – I love documenting relationships and curating moments that help you feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera.
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Fact 2
I have an Art Education degree – I’ve taught students of all ages, from elementary through adult workshops.
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Fact 3
I love to travel – Growing up exploring the world, visiting art museums, and historic sites has grown my love of cultures and people.
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Fact 4
Disney World taught me customer service – My time working there shaped how I interact with clients and create joyful, seamless experiences during photos.
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Ali did a FABULOUS job on our wedding and engagement photos! She captured our relationship SO well and made it easy to bring out our personalities in the pictures by leading us in the poses and making it fun. We felt very comfortable with Ali and will continue to use her for other family photo occasions.
I would HIGHLY recommend Alison Lea Photography!
Thanks for capturing all of the details of our wedding so well!
-Cristina + Ryan
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The BEST photographer in the Twin Cities, Mn! What I love most about her is how much she cares deeply for the people she's working with.
My kids LOVE LOVE LOVE Ali too! She makes them feel so good about themselves and brings out the best parts of their personalities. It's a joy to watch and I feel SO lucky as a mom to have that documented indefinitely.
She gets people laughing and feeling so comfortable in front of the camera. It's everything you'd want and ask for in a photographer IMO. And it's all GENUINE with her.
Not only is she caring, kind, personable, genuine & funny, she's an OUTSTANDING photographer. The moments she captures are breathtaking.
- Jenny, Josiah, + Asher
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The organization I work for has hired Ali for years to get quality photos that tell the story of what God is doing at Trout.
We keep coming back to Ali, time and time again because of the quality images, her attention to detail, and ability to understand our vision to get the "right shots".
She's not a "template" / "rinse repeat" type of photographer. Over the years she has maintained contact, been prompt in follow-up, and is very adaptable when ideas change at camp (and they often do).
I cannot say enough about Ali's skills, heart, and follow-up. Book her now and you will keep coming back.
- Tait
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Ali as our wedding photographer was a blessing - everything felt natural and genuine; from the first meeting, through our engagement photos, and on the wedding day. What drew me most to Ali's photos was the sincerity and emotion that shines through with minimal obvious editing, capturing the true natural beauty of moments and are “timeless + classic"... If you are looking for a photographer, take reading this as a sign to reach out to Ali.
-Ehko + Brad
Ready to create something beautiful?
I’d love to chat about your photography needs and discover how we can beautifully share your story!
