Hey, I’m Ali!
My career hasn’t just been over 20 years of taking photos, but 20 years of learning how to connect with people and make them feel safe. Whether you’re a CEO of a multinational corporation or a mother that gave birth to twins, everybody has a sensitive spot of how they feel and how they want to be seen. That’s what people come to me for. I find that sweet spot between who you are and how you want to be remembered.
GET TO KNOW ME!
I am...
- A dynamic extrovert that loves quiet moments of meditation
- One of those people that earns trust because I don’t have anything to hide and people feel naturally safe with me
I love...
- My rambunctious, neurospicy family
- My darling poodles, Nico and Pearl
- My giant gardens and growing beautiful things
- Learning and teaching skills that engage empathy for all living beings and the planet
Before I was a Minneapolis Mom…
I worked in the dynamic NYC art world, from the likes of Jeff Koons to the elite advertising world with photographers like Vincent Dixon and major advertising agencies like Fallon and BBDO. In between the time in New York where I was showing my own work, I also was flying over to Europe regularly and managing operations for our advertising studio’s roster of photographers portfolio output and archiving for a myriad of New York artists.
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Fall Mini Sessions – Minneapolis Family Photographer
Ahhhh…FALL! It’s just around the corner, and I feel like time continues to fly! Who doesn’t love the season where the leaves are beautiful, the soup is delightfully warm, and the sweaters feel extra cozy? One of my absolute favorite things about fall is the opportunity to photograph so many wonderful families during my mini sessions.
Let’s Talk Style! What to Wear for Senior Pictures
When it comes to choosing outfits, the key is embracing your personal style and feeling comfortable in what you choose. If you want to look back fondly on these as an adult, make sure you are being authentic to who you are at this time in your life.
A Day of Joy and Giving: Levi’s Birthday Bash Fundraiser for Children’s Minnesota
Last summer, I had the honor of capturing an extraordinary fundraising event for the Franklin family. Their youngest son, Levi, was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia at just 21 months old. But, as of last year, Levi is officially cancer-free! This celebration marked his 4th birthday and raised funds for the Cancer Kids Fund at Children’s Minnesota, making it a day filled with joy, gratitude, and community spirit.
When you support me, you're supporting my people
At Malone Portraits, we’re all about lifting up fellow female and queer business owners because we’re passionate about fueling our local economy to see our community thrive.
In order to create a seamless, quality experience for my clients, I also have assembled a team of vendors that I trust to provide services as part of my photo process. This includes but is not limited to hair and makeup artists, stylists, aestheticians, second shooters for events, videographers, print shops, and venue owners. While these added perks are totally optional, we believe that when you feel and look your absolute best, it shines through in every photo we capture!
Meet Kat, our studio superstar! She’s the magic behind our social media, client happiness, and all things branding. 📸✨
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