I'm a homegrown Minnesotan gal, vanilla latte lover, extreme extrovert, proud mama, and passionate photo taker! My style is fresh, natural and timeless. I'm so blessed to be able to do what I love and it is my mission to make sure that you have beautiful images documenting life together, from your most monumental moments to the day-to-day.
In 1999, fresh out of high school, I was asked to take candid photos at a wedding in Upstate New York. In 2006, I left my teaching job and went into full-time photography. Passion took over and Alison Lea Photography was born.
Hundreds of weddings and portrait sessions later, I have been honored to document life’s most precious moments for my clients. From graduations to weddings to births, family portraits to professional head shots, I have the joy of developing lasting relationships and love cheering my clients on in the journey of life.
My strong, life-long faith is behind it all. I am beyond blessed to love what I do and the people I work with. My passion is to serve and love others and I have the joy of doing that through photography.
my photography style is
vibrant and joyful.
I’m an extreme extrovert and but my clients often tell me that this helps them to feel comfortable and relaxed. Families compliment me on how I can get even the shyest child to beam for the camera, the busiest toddler to kiss their newborn, and a whole gaggle of children looking at the camera and smiling.
proud mamaI'm AI have four kiddos, two girls and two boys!
to travelI loveMy fav spots are Greece, France,Ireland, England, Scotland,
Norway, & Italy!
opposites attractIt's true!my amazing husband, Darin,is my perfect other half.
vanilla latteA grandeis my favorite cupof coffee!
Disney WorldI worked atfor a summer whenI was young.
perfect daymy idea of a is pool or beachsidewith a good book!
At the end of the day,
You inspire me.
Your love for your friends and family, your style and personality - it’s beautiful and unique. Connecting with you and reminding you that you are worthy and precious is what produces stunning images that you will love!
Ali was easygoing and allowed the children to play and interact with each other and us naturally while she captured their true personalities. We were speechless when we viewed our pictures for the first time.
Kelly + Ken
After an already fabulous engagement session, our wedding shots were like icing on the cake. She is professional, easy going, unobtrusive and fantastic!
Andrea + Chris
One thing that stands out to me the most about Ali is her calm and personable demeanor, as well as her take charge, energetic spirit. That’s a wonderful combination to have when capturing a wedding!
Johanna & Israel
Are you ready to
make some magic!?
Wedding + Lifestyle Photographer
BASED IN MINNESOTA
