Ope, hey there - I’m Alexandria!
(she/her)
Did you just ope me?! Why of course I did, I’m a goofy, cheese curd loving, doggo mom and Wisconsin Badger at heart. Ive found my home in the Seattle area and travel all over Washington!
I’ve always been someone who likes to seek out the magic in life and love romanticizing moments. From an early age, I was enthralled by movies and live theatre. The production, the costumes, the acting, the feels --- ooooo it’s something magical every time. I got a film production and acting degree from UW Madison, but later found my passion in taking photos instead. It’s less scripted and more real. And honestly, to me, that is where the magic and inspiration lies.
I continuously look for ways to direct and document moments rather than just pose couples. And somethings that are truly magical, well you can't predict those! When I feel your excitement about an idea I have or you trust me with a lighting scenario or I nail a shot or I get that emotion, I get so excited. You know the feeling people get when they go to Disney World? That’s what I feel when I photograph. It’s such an honor to be apart of your story and give you something to treasure for years to come.
PS: I'm so lucky to have worked with such amazing people! Planning any event can be stressful, and taking photos can be awkward. I'm forever grateful to my couples for trusting me in the process <3
I photographed a couple who made me realize why small weddings are where it's at.
The dancefloor was lit. The emotions were flowing. Everyone loved everyone! At this wedding, I saw so much love and excitement for the couple because they had downsize due to covid. There were hugs and tears everywhere, all day. From getting ready and an emotional family first look, to an intimate twinkle light dinner under the stars. As a photographer, it was so fulfilling to watch these beautiful stories and emotions unfold, get the opportunity to photograph them, and then later share them with the couple so they could experience them too.
The world is a better place if we are kind. Everyone has a story and each story deserves space to be seen.
Lead with Kindness
Inclusivity
I’m here to create a safe space for you to get married, no mater what you look like or how you identify. As someone who is currently exploring my own identity, this value has grown tremendously for me over time!
protecting our Environment
Leave No Trace is very important to me especially on elopement days as I have watched some of my favorite areas get over run and overcrowded. While everyone deserves to see cool things, I do want these spaces to be available for years and for me to be able to keep running my business!
Create a sense of community
Something I've learned about myself recently is how much I feel fulfilled when I hang out with the people I love. So to have the opportunity to create a community through my photography, well that's pretty cool!
Be Present & Enjoy the moment
Life is too short to not enjoy it. I'm always so grateful of the adventures I get to go on. I mean c'mon, I pinch myself that THIS is my job and I get to work with such amazing couples!
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Fav Job(s)
My favorite job in college was working for a bicycle tour company! I lived in a tent for the summer, traveled the country, and set up tents/lugged luggage for bikers completing week long rides! My second favorite was when I was a traveling actor for a children's theatre!
Fun facts about me
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Exlamation Point Queen
I may or may not have been told in the past to go through my emails before I send them and cut back on my exclamation points. While I don't write like this: !!!! I do tend to put one after every sentence and will need to go back and tone it down. How else can you tell how excited I am?
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Dog Lover
My partner and I have 2 Bernese mountain dogs. While they don't come with me on elopements they love snuggling whomever they meet.
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Former Ballroom Dancer
I went to UW-Madison in Wisconsin (go Badgers!) and found my love of dance there. I ended up joining a performance ballroom team and it's where I met my partner! So needless to say, I know how to teach you how to dip, if you want a dip photo :)
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Current Obsession: gREAT BRITISH bAKING sHOW
This show is a comfort show. Its a show I throw on if you want all the feel goods. It's always funny, the people are sweet, and of course the baking is amazing. Do I get hungry watching them bake? Yes. Do I laugh every time at the British humor? Yes again. Have I ever baked anything from the show? Only once - my partner and I tried making a Pavlova! I love food and I'm always down to try new things!
