Minneapolis Fine Art Portrait Photographer
You deserve to feel seen, safe and celebrated, whether you are capturing your family, teen, kids, pets, or building your brand.
With more than 20 years of experience, it is a privilege and an honor to be trusted by my clients to help tell their stories.
Hey, I’m Ali!
Regardless of the image I’m capturing, I want my clients to feel seen, safe and held in their inalienable, intrinsic worth. I do this work because I love showing up for people so they can show up for themselves, with honesty, integrity, and vulnerability.
When we work together, you can expect a very thorough, warm, upbeat and compassionate energy that wants to celebrate you and honor where you’re at and where you’re headed. I believe this is the least I can do for someone who invites me into their world and trusts me to help tell their story.
Portraits
Families, Seniors, Newborns, Pets, Teens, Kids, etc.
Headshots & Business Branding
Using my background in advertising & commercial photography to help you chase your dreams!
Events
Weddings, Celebrations, & Corporate Event Coverage.
Feel Safe, Seen, & Celebrated
As Seen In:
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.
One Stop Shop:
What good are images if they’re just on your phone?
As an avid archivist, I believe that images are meant to live in our physical space as a reminder of the things we love. Whether it’s a giant wall photo or a cute 5×7 on your desk, we want your images to bring you joy in your everyday life.
For my clients, I print their photos personally and have hand-picked vendors for albums to ensure the highest quality.
Check Out Our Studio!
The Solarium is a Minneapolis Photography Studio open to hosting an inclusive group of humans and all their production needs. It is a light and airy historic loft studio in NE Minneapolis Arts District with flexible renting options and access to a full kitchen.
“Alison awakened my awareness of “moments” happening all around me so I could slow down and see them, even in what I felt was a world of chaos at the time as a new Mama.”
-Liz M
Kind Words
“Having 3 spirited kiddos, I was nervous about having photos taken, but was referred to by a friend. Alison was absolutely wonderful with my children and captured them beautifully. Her studio is amazing. I found it very welcoming. You have forever customers in us!”
-Molly M
“Working with Ali was amazing!! She made us feel so comfortable during the shoot and took care of all the details – even brought clothes and accessories to help create the best possible image. Our photos turned out beautiful and very much reflect the professional image we were hoping for.”
-Leslie S