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Ali, you were 100% perfect for everything we wanted, needed, expected. These photos are beautiful. When I was on that patio in the cold and you were taking the group shots, I had no idea that Mt. Hood was in the reflection of the window and the light could look that incredible. You have a gift. You also heard us when Mark said, give me the raw stuff, if it's out of focus in some respect don't throw it away. We love those, give us real. We had such limited time and you gave us so so much. You're not only talented but the perfect mellow, go-with-the-flow kind of a person. It was a small ceremony and you were one of us.

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Ali is great and here is why! Our wedding (August 1, 2020) underwent some pretty big changes due to Covid-19: we’d planned on a wedding in a chapel with over 100 people, and ended up getting married with about 10 guests in my parents’ backyard, but partly thanks to Ali, it was no less magical. We also had an engagement session back in March with her on the Oregon coast, and we (and more impressively, my family) were all won over by the photos she captured of us. During the wedding day, she did a great job following the timeline we had talked about, and helping us follow it as well. She even found a place in my parents’ house that I had overlooked that turned out to be a great backdrop for photos. As a bride I felt calmed, rather than stressed by her presence. We got the photos back and they are stunning; everyone was very impressed and even surprised, somehow, that everyone was so “photogenic.” It was a wonderful way to share the experience with those who could not be there, and as a memento for us. I highly recommend hiring Ali for your next photo-worthy event!

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Where do I start? Ali is amazing for so many reasons. I feel honored I get to work with her so often since we live so close. First, Ali is prompt when scheduling shoots which is so refreshing. She is attentive when I tell her what I’m looking for in our photos and has a true desire to make us happy. When my husband and I decided to do a five year anniversary shoot in all our wedding get up she jumped at the chance to take the photos. After deciding on a location, we drove the hour out to the Columbia River Gorge near Portland, Oregon together and chatted about what kind of photos we were both hoping to get. It ended up being a dry, clear day but freezing! You would have never known how cold it was from Ali though; she was all smiles the whole time. She really made us feel beautiful while laughing with us and cracking jokes. She made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and constantly reminded us how stunning we looked. It was an incredible day together where Ian and I got to remember how in love we are. Getting the photos back was breath taking. Ali captured the views of the gorge we were hoping for and got some great moments of Ian and I close up. I love the photos and will cherish them forever.

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Ali doesn’t just take pictures, she captures moments. I didn’t have a lot of experience with professional photos, but Ali’s excitement and positive feedback helped me to relax and go with it. I wanted variety in my photos and that’s exactly what she gave me. Not only did I feel comfortable throughout, but she made me feel like I was nailing it which totally lifted my confidence. I felt beautiful! With my hair whipping in the wind, Ali was able to direct my movements so they coincided with the dramatic background of the Columbia River Gorge landscape. She had a well thought out plan of action and was able to adapt to the weather around us. She was professional but also easy and fun to be around, working hard to capture moments that I would personally enjoy. I was delighted to receive my photos in a such a timely manner. She is an incredible artist and will go far with her talents. I cannot thank her enough for making me feel like a cover model!

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Ali truly made this experience perfect and she exceeded all expectations while doing so. As private people Ali was not only able to make us feel completely as at ease during our session but also was able to share the natural love we cherish throughout her art. Ali made it her priority to get to know us and understand what made our love so special. We are so grateful for her work.

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I am blessed to have someone as talented as Ali to capture life's moments. She truly has a natural talent and a clear passion for photography, it shows in her work. Ali was my first experience having professional photos taken and I can't imagine a better outcome. Her direction during the session and timely turnaround of the photos was such a nice surprise. She is just as excited about the photos as the couple she is working with. I continue to follow her work and can't wait for the day she takes our engagement photos! Thank you Ali for capturing some beautiful moments that I will always have to cherish.

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We got up early on a cold and windy January morning and headed out to Rocky Butte Park. Ali spent over an hour with us in the frigid morning air and shot some of the most beautiful pictures I could've imaged. A week later she sent us more photos than I'd ever hoped to get back, with memories to be treasured forever.