Hi, I'M Alissa
A little about me: I grew up in Oceanside, CA, moved to Utah for college, graduated and am now a registered nurse! My husband, Wes, and I were married in San Diego in 2022 (he is the best & my biggest support!!). I am a lover of all things outdoors (all-day beach days, camping, paddle boarding, yoga), playing with my mini Aussie Doodle Tucker, and am always looking for an excuse to travel!
I got my first camera when I was 10 years old, took some classes in high school and fell in love with photography as a hobby. Later in 2023, I started my professional photography business, specializing in couples and weddings, and boy has it been a ride! I have met the most kind people & traveled to places I would never have because of photography.
Others say I am down-to-earth and have a calming presence that is sure to help your big day run smoothly. If you feel like we would connect, reach out - I am so excited to get to know you better & help tell your story!
More about me
I love to travel (usually somewhere warm)
My husband and I love exploring new places! This photo was taken in the Caribbean, one of our favorite adventures so far. If you know me, you know I always have to have a trip on the calendar—the travel bug usually hits hard in the spring!
Fun fact: my husband lived on a sailboat for a year before we met, and now we dream of one day traveling the world by sailboat together!
sunset beach walks have my heart
Beach walks are basically all my favorite things rolled into one—catching up with friends and family, getting a little movement in, soaking up ocean views, people-watching, and of course… counting all the dogs I see along the way.
I once counted over 50 dogs in just a couple of miles! You better believe I said hi to every single one of them.
Big fan of Utah's Mountains & Lakes
As much as I love and grew up near the ocean, there is a special place in my heart for Utah's great outdoors. Some of my favorite memories from living in Utah are going camping, hiking, paddle boarding, playing pickleball, and breathing in the crisp fresh air in the mountains. And I have to admit, despite the bitter cold winters (I am a warm-weathered girl), skiing does make the winter a bit more bearable ;)
FAQ
WHAT KIND OF PHOTOGRAPHY DO YOU SPECIALIZE IN?
I primarily shoot weddings & couples. But I also love family, portrait, and grad sessions! So reach out for all your photography needs and I would love to get you booked!
Where are you based?
I am based out of Oceanside, CA - just north of San Diego. I also travel to Utah County, Utah and book weddings there quite often. If you are looking for a photographer in any of those locations, reach out! I also LOVE to travel and explore new places!
WHAT DO YOUR WEDDING PACKAGES INCLUDE?
All wedding packages include 6 hours of photography coverage and 300-500 high resolution edited digital images (depending on how many hours of coverage and number of guests) delivered via an online gallery within 6 weeks. I also offer two free consult calls, timeline help, unlimited texting/email communication, posing help, and sneak peeks within 48 hours.
Add-ons such as second shooters, engagement session, etc. can be added to the package for additional costs.
What does the booking process look like?
First, send me an inquiry through my contact page - I would love to hear from you! I will respond within 24-48 hours to set up a video consult call. If we both believe I would be a good fit for what you are looking for in a photographer, I will send a contract over. When I receive the signed contract and the deposit, then you are officially booked!
Do you offer timeline help?
Yes absolutely! Planning a wedding can be so challenging but it becomes a lot easier when you have seen it all!! Whether you already have a pretty good idea of your timeline or have no idea where to start, I can give my recommendations to help the day run smoothly.
How many photos do you deliver and what is your turnaround time?
I promise a minimum of 50 photos per session. For weddings, I promise 50 photos/hr.
For engagements, bridals, families, or portraits, photos are delivered within 3 weeks. For weddings, photos are delivered within 4- 6 weeks. I know how exciting it is to see your photos, so I always work hard to deliver them as quickly as possible—without compromising on quality, ensuring each one is absolutely beautiful! I also deliver a few sneak peeks within 48 hours!
How do you safely store the photos to make sure they’re never lost or damaged?
I shoot with a dual SD card slot camera that automatically writes to two separate SD cards. Right after your session/event, I upload all RAW photos to two separate hard drives - one travels with me, and one stays permanently in a safe place in my home. I do this to ensure safety of your precious photos before, during, and after delivery to you!
I also have a backup camera and flash - just in case!
