Our approach to capturing weddings is deeply intentional and detail-oriented, ensuring that each celebration is documented in a way that reflects the heart of the day. We care about what matters most to you because your wedding is one of a kind. No two weddings are ever the same, and we embrace that with intention and care and lean into it. By understanding your priorities and personal touches, we ensure every moment we capture is a true reflection of you. With years of experience, we celebrate the beauty of individuality, creating images that feel personal, meaningful, and timeless.
Get a glimpse into our process below.
A Personalized Approach
The AM Experience
01. Getting to Know You
We begin by learning about your personalities, wedding style, and the relationships that matter most to you. This foundation helps us craft a truly personalized approach to your day.
Our Process
We’ll collaborate to bring your wedding vision to life through photography. Together, we’ll create mood boards, brainstorm ideas, and explore ways to make your ideas a reality. We’ll also suggest creative touches you might love, ensuring your photos feel uniquely yours.
02. Creating Your Visual Story
03. Understanding the Details
We take the time to learn all the intricate details, from who and what is most important to you, to anticipating key moments before they happen so nothing is missed.
Together with you and your planner, we’ll design a timeline that flows seamlessly, allowing space for every meaningful moment to unfold.
04. Collaborating on Your Timeline
05. Offering Guidance
With years of experience, we provide calm, transparent advice and support, helping you navigate every step of the planning process.
On your wedding day, we’ll be a steady, calming presence, guiding you through each moment so you can relax and fully enjoy the day, knowing we have everything handled.
06. A Calm Energy on Your wedding Day
07. Reliving Your Day
Within 48 hours of your wedding, you’ll receive a sneak peek of some of your most special moments. Then, within 60 days, your full online gallery will be ready—filled with all the emotions, details, and memories of your day that are diverse and full of depth. It’s your chance to relive the joy and share it with the people you love most.
Wedding Photography for True romantics
Jenny Reber - Wedding Planner
"She will beautifully & authentically capture your dream day"
"As a wedding planner, working with Alison is an absolute dream! She is organized, responsive, and always up for collaboration. Alison exemplifies "quality over quantity" and gives all of her clients her undivided attention and whole heart!"
Featured Blog
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How to Get Candid Images on your wedding day
Narrating love stories, one frame at a time
Inclusivity
We are big believers in love knowing no bounds. We are committed to the promotion of diversity,
inclusivity, and celebrating our differences as they are what make us beautiful. We pledge as
a business to accept, respect, and include clients, employees, and fellow vendors of all races,
colors, religions, sexual orientations, gender identities, national origins, ancestries, special
needs, or disabilities. We pledge to be an active participant in the collective journey to overcome the fear of difference and replace it with the power of inclusion.
Diversity
We celebrate all couples. We believe strongly that everyone deserves their love story to be captured beautifully in a way that is authentic to who they are. We seek to understand, respect and embrace all cultures and traditions while photographing them in the most respectful way possible.
CONNECTION
Your memories mean so much more to me than just a booking in the calendar. I love that my passion can help others for a lifetime. Connecting on a personal level allows me to tell your story the way it was meant to be shared with your family and friends.
TRANSPARENCY
Communicating your expectations is the single most effective way to ensure that you LOVE your final images. These are some of your most precious memories of all time, being open and transparent will allow us to develop a shared vision we can work towards together.
COMMITMENT
You have so much to focus on, please allow my experience to help ease some of the stress. Photography is an art, but this is my PASSION. I am committed to delivering my very best at all times. So please, if there is anything you have questions about don't hesitate to ask. I am so happy to help any chance I get.
Core Values
Frequently Asked Questions
Two of our wedding collections include both of us as your husband-and-wife photography team. With years of experience, we’ve found that having two photographers ensures every detail and moment is beautifully captured.
How many photographers will be included in our wedding coverage?
Absolutely! Our goal is to make your photography experience effortless. Our posing style combines lighthearted guidance, personal prompts for great candids, and plenty of laughs—because the best smiles come from having fun!
Will you pose us?
Yes! Our heirloom albums can be purchased anytime—at booking, midway, or after your wedding day. Made with the finest materials and featuring lay-flat, thick pages, they’re designed to stand the test of time so you can relive your wedding day again and again!
Do you offer wedding albums?
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Absolutely! We come to every wedding fully prepared with backup cameras, lenses, lights, dual memory cards, and plenty of extra batteries—because planning ahead is a top priority for us!
Will you bring back-up gear to my wedding?
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Yes. All clients receive an online gallery with access to both high-resolution and web-sized images, ready for immediate download. You'll also have the option to purchase prints and products directly through us for a seamless experience.
Can we print our images ourselves?
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Weddings are full of emotion, details, and logistics, and without a planner, the responsibility often falls to the photographer. Having someone in the industry who understands the cadence of weddings ensures everything runs smoothly, allowing us to focus on capturing stunning portraits and timeless candid moments. While not required, a planner or coordinator is highly encouraged!
Do you require that we work with a wedding planner?
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Each wedding is unique so this is a difficult thing to measure exactly. However we average between 50-100 images per hour.
How many photos will we receive?
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Yes! Alison started her photography journey with black-and-white 35mm film, so black-and-white images hold a special place here. You'll also receive a color version of every black-and-white image in your gallery.
Will we receive any black and white edits?
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Alison has been photographing weddings full time since 2016 and Zach joined her as a second shooter in 2022.
How long have you been photographing weddings?
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Our service area includes Chicago, Indianapolis and Cincinnati, however we travel frequently for weddings. Contact us for a custom quote if you are celebrating outside of these areas.
How far do you travel?
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