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WEDDING EXPERIENCE
VERMONT WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
a little more about my philosophy →
We'll spend a whole lotta time together on your wedding day (professional third wheel over here!) so making sure we're a good fit is key for both of us.
If you're looking for posed photos and tons of direction (don't worry, I'll give ya some!), I'm not your girl. If you want to capture the essence of your love story—the in between moments, the belly laughs, and the happy tears—I'm all yours.
(And, if you want someone on the dance floor or on the top of a mountain with ya at the end of the night, with a glass of rosé in one hand and a camera in the other, I'm definitely all yours.)
I'll find the perfect balance of fly on the wall and letting things unfold naturally while ensuring you feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera. But, if I do my job right, you'll (at least kinda) forget I'm even there.
Let's have fun and get creative while capturing your wild love. Cause really, if we're not having fun, whats the point?
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Are we a perfect fit?
P.S. Being the perfect fit also means you love my shooting style and edits, so double check in my portfolio or on the 'gram!
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For a personalized quote use the link below to send me an inquiry.
Vermont wedding photography coverage starts at $4,400.
INVESTMENT
This is the real moment you've been waiting for, right?
Wedding galleries have a typical turnaround time of 6-8 weeks but I'll always send a little sneak peak before that so you have a few to post, print and play with while you wait!
get your gallery
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Let's get you married! Now it is time to have fun, stay super present with the people you love and enjoy one of the best days of your life. I'm here to help keep it as stress-free as possible (like it should be)!
the big day
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A few months before "I do", I'll shoot you a questionnaire so we can make a plan together. The questionnaire is one of my FAVORITE parts of the process—it helps me get to know more about you and your vision for your day.
(Think: less boring Dr. Office questionnaire and more date night with your partner while you tell me more about your wedding plans, relationship and favorite coffee orders.)
We'll likely meet in person or over video again to chat all things details, timelines, locations, shot lists, and anything else you want me to know.
lets make a plan
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A little practice never hurt anyone! This isn't a must but I 10/10 recommend. Getting comfy in front of a camera will make your day feel super smooth and easy. We'll be used to working with each other and you'll be familiar with my style and direction.
(Plus, engagement pics make save-the-dates super easy and they're so much fun to look back on!)
engagement session
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After we chat, the ball is in your court!
If you decide you wanna make this thing official, let me know and I'll send a contract your way. This, along with a retainer will hold your date.
At this point, you'll get access to my Wedding Guide where you can explore planning tips for your (potential) engagement shoot, and in-depth wedding day support. This is not another boring PDF to download and never read. It is an interactive site to find the information you need most.
On the calendar
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If you're local to the Vermont area, let's grab a drink (rosé, anyone?) or a coffee! We could even go for a hike or a walk to get to know each other better.
If in person is a no-go, we can set up a video or phone call to get to know each other (coffee or a drink still in-hand!). I love doing engagement sessions with my couples as well. This gets you comfy in front of a camera before "I do" and gives us a great chance to keep getting to know each other before your wedding day.
Lets hang out
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one step at a time
Step by step,
here's what to expect...
After you receive your gallery, you'll have the option to order prints, books, and other goodies. If you choose to print through the shops I recommend, I guarantee all color correction, adjust crops, and double check orders before they go to print.
Make it physical
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Ready, set, book
If you've been engaged for more than about five seconds, someone has probably said something along the lines of "your day goes by SO FAST, savor every moment."
I got that advice more times than I could count in the days and months leading up to my own "I do".
And here is the thing - those people are NOT lying to you. Sure, it may be one of the most overused pieces of advice around, but it is SO popular because it is SO true. To be honest, I didn't really believe how true it was until I lived it myself. The day does go by faster than I ever imagined it would and—because of the way our brains work —it is really, really hard to remember the little moments that made the day what it truly was.
We'll make sure to grab the big moments. But, I will capture the in between moments - the glances, hand holding, and other details that come together to create your unique day. I want your images to bring you back to the wild love and emotion you were feeling in that (fleeting) moment.
storytelling VERMONT WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY
Documenting the real story of your day how it happens, as it happens.
My style behind the lens: Whether I'm looking for bugs with your kiddos, snuggling your newborn while you change outfits, or exploring Vermont nature with you and your love, your session will feel fun, effortless, and like you're hanging with a friend.
My style behind the image: With a nod to classic film and a vibrant punch, my photography style is a little grainy, a little earthy, and always nostalgic.
My style behind the books: When I'm not taking your picture,
I'm probably snuggled up with my dogs, kiddo, and a spicy romantic fantasy novel (IYKYK).
My style behind the lens: Whether I'm looking for bugs with your kiddos, snuggling your newborn while you change outfits, or exploring Vermont nature with you and your love, your session will feel fun, effortless, and like you're hanging with a friend.
My style behind the image: With a nod to classic film and a vibrant punch, my photography style is a little grainy, a little earthy, and always nostalgic.
My style behind the books: When I'm not taking your picture, I'm probably snuggled up with my dogs, my kiddo, and a spicy romantic fantasy novel (IYKYK).
a Vermont family photographer and wedding photographer drawn to imperfect, intimate moments that tell the real story of you.
Hi, I'm Ali.
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love notes
- Shirly, bride
"Working with Ali was more than I could have ever asked for!"
weddings & Couples
She was phenomenal, from the first time I reached out to her and explained our situation about wanting to elope and cancel our destination wedding, to wanting an adventure mini hike in Vermont with just a small gathering of our friends and family. She was ready to take on the challenge! She made us feel so comfortable while capturing all the important moments. She got great shots of us dancing on the streets in the middle of the mountain as well as wonderful photos with our friends and family during the ceremony, it was amazing! Ali is very professional, spontaneous and full of energy. I am so glad I reached out to her to be a part of our big day!
Working with Ali was more than I could have ever asked for!
SHIRLY
I’ve had the pleasure of knowing Ali for a long time. As a co-worker, workout buddy, great friend and now I can add phenomenal photographer to that list! I was nervous of that day and can often not feel photogenic, Ali made me feel so at ease. We cried, we laughed, we reminisced and she captured both me and my husband so well. It felt intimate and I actually felt so beautiful. I can thank her for capturing one of my most amazing days. She will definitely be there for my future photo shoot to capture more love and laughter as my family continues to grow. Thank you again, Ali, so very much.
We cried, we laughed, we reminisced and she captured both me and my husband so well.
katie
We celebrated our marriage at the Formal Gardens on Shelburne farms, and although Ali was familiar with the property she also drove around before we shot to have various locations for recommendations (and drove us to the locations in her own car as well!). Our gallery is filled with...candid shots of genuine moments we shared as a couple–truly a gallery that tells a story of the day.
We are so happy with all the amazing shots and memories she captured on our special day and I highly recommend her expertise and talented eye to anyone looking for a photographer.
Ali was an amazing addition to our intimate wedding ceremony.
JESS
She made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera and we had an absolute blast! Before the photoshoot, she spent a lot of time getting to know us, our style, and what we wanted from our pictures. Communication with her was easy throughout the whole process, and the photos came out better than we could have imagined! The experience of working with her was unforgettable!
Ali was so amazing to work with!
BRITTANY
second shooting for ellen sargent photography
On top of the bright bubbly irreplaceable spirit & talent she brings to your wedding day, she is thoughtful, organized, ready to help you problem solve to ensure that YOU as a bride feel taken care of. I am encouraging you to stop reading about how much I love her because I could go all day, and you need to hire her ASAP!
Ali is exceptional!
MOLLY
...and effortlessly brings you out of your shell to escape the normal awkwardness that can come with being photographed! Her photos are beautiful, her energy is contagious, and you will never go wrong with choosing her as your photographer!!
Ali makes any session enjoyable...
MADDIE
She really catered to us as a couple, while also adding her own artistic touch to each moment she captured. A photographer is truly the only person on your wedding day you spend the whole time with... Ali really made the day feel smooth, and captured each moment perfectly. She was present and... really allowed us to be our authentic selves when it was just the two of us. I will forever cherish the collection of photos she put together for us and would highly recommend her as your photographer.
We hired Ali 9 months prior to our wedding and she was the absolute best!
Monica
Ali was the perfect person to take photos for our non-traditional elopement. The whole process was fun and easy (exactly what we were looking for), and the pictures really captured the beautiful spirit of the day. We could not be happier with the entire experience and I would definitely recommend working with Ali, especially if you are looking for really authentic and non-basic photography to capture special moments.
Ali was the perfect person to take photos for our non-traditional elopement.
sarah
My fiance and I recently had our engagement session with Ali, and had nothing but the best experience working with her! From the start she aimed to find a location that met exactly what we were hoping to capture in our photos, even went out and scouted a potential place and sent us photos to see if we liked it or not. It was the first time doing professional photos together, and during the experience she made us feel comfortable and able to be ourselves which led to many ideas we wanted to try out and she was more than happy to play around. We ended up walking around and finding beautiful spots which led to the session to keep going and she never put a hard stop on us and delivered an insane amount of great photos.
the whole album truly showed how I fell in love with my best friend. I’d recommend anyone in the area to work with Ali!
Taylor
We had the honor of hanging out and having a session with Ali at our Christmas Tree Farm. Her positive and friendly attitude allowed us to be comfortable and get truly candid photos that express our relationship so well. Thank you Ali for adding smiles into our business and home and we look forward to working with you again in the future!
Her positive and friendly attitude allowed us to be comfortable and get truly candid photos that express our relationship so well.
Rachel
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