TESTIMONIALS

“From our first consultation meeting, we already knew we had to book Alyssa before someone reserved our date. Her portfolio was what caught our attention, but her personality and kindness is what drew us in and locked in a contract. Working with Alyssa felt so natural, and she really has the sweetest soul. She puts her heart into every project she works on and is so talented in capturing the best moments. It is so important to feel comfortable around your photographer, and Alyssa made that very easy. She is so personable and it really does feel like we’re taking photos with a great friend. We are not a couple that is big on doing photo shoots, but taking photos with Alyssa felt very natural and not awkward at all! On our wedding day, we were very delayed with our timeline due to dinner service taking longer than expected. Regardless of the time crunch, Alyssa made sure we got our golden hour session, my Swiftie Tik Tok request 🥺 and our private cake cutting. I sent Alyssa home after since it was already past her contracted time, however, I still found her taking photos during open dance an hour later! That was the best surprise and we’re so grateful to Alyssa and her dedication in documenting our day. We will definitely be calling Alyssa for photo shoots in the future, including anniversaries, pregnancy announcements, family photos, etc. Alyssa is the best at what she does and we really enjoy working with her.”

— SHANNON & JACOB, 2025 WEDDING COUPLE

“I had the pleasure of knowing Alyssa since high school and, yes, she’s always been as kind and thoughtful as she is now! I’ve followed her work on social media for years and always knew she’d be the first person I’d call when I had something important I needed photographed! We had offers from other photographers, but it wasn’t even a competition. All it took was an in depth look at her website with all of her well documented photos from various events to see how outstanding she is at her job! She has such a talent and an eye for those special moments through out the day and somehow she’s always at the right spot at the right time to document them to cherish for a lifetime. Her ability to capture candid photos, not just the ones where everyone smiles perfectly for the camera, but the moment when my husband first saw me walking down the aisle, my dad seeing me in my wedding dress and pointing out a photo of the little girl I once was, and dancing with my best friends in the world.

Alyssa truly took such a weight off our shoulders during the planning process. She always made herself available for FaceTime, calls, and texts for any questions or reassurance we needed. She would help us problem solve anything wedding related even if it wasn’t her job to fix! She coordinated well with all of our other vendors. She shared her knowledge of the wedding industry and could give me input on the selections I made for other vendors such as hair and makeup! She helped me with choosing the vintage car company for our wedding too! Investing in her was one of the best wedding decisions we made. Although we didn’t have a wedding planner she was incredible at planning out to the minute our wedding day! She prepared our entire detailed (like 5 pages long!) wedding timeline!

Alyssa is also truly a people person! She is the perfect combination of sweet and fun to assertive and can manage and guide large groups of people. This was something we appreciated so much about her because we both have large extended families! She was incredibly efficient. She knew every pose she wanted and was able to direct everyone so quickly! She knew it was important to Keegan and I to make it to cocktail hour to spend that precious time with our friends and family and she made it happen for us! Alyssa will go out of her way for you whenever you need. She’ll be there to fluff your dress, give you lipstick and a pep talk if you need it. She will give you tips on how to look and feel your best with each pose. She’s able to make you laugh for the candid photos even when you’re stressed! She just has an aura about her that made me feel like I could relax because she had everything under control. I knew I could truly count on her for the most important day of my life. She’s a photographer but she also will be like a best friend that day for you!

Almost every time we reminisce about our wedding with family or friends they will talk about how incredible she was and how she was so good at guiding people with the different poses. I always tell them she’s the single reason everything was on time with our wedding. When she knows what is important to you, then she will pull through for you in every way she can! You can truly see her passion for her work because she will always give 100% of herself to see her clients happy. Keegan and I will always be grateful to her for capturing photos with each of our family members on our wedding day.”

— CAILIN & KEEGAN, 2025 WEDDING COUPLE

“AES Photography stood out to me because of the beautiful photos shared on Instagram. I loved the different angles the photos captured and how they captured the mood, more than just the moment. Alyssa’s work exudes a quiet elegance. Each image feels meticulously composed yet effortlessly natural. The color palette is often neutral or softly toned. There’s no visual clutter—just crisp lines, graceful posing, and a deep appreciation for negative space. I appreciated that minimalistic approach in my photos. Alyssa was so communicative, responsive, accommodating, and kind! I felt so confident moving forward with her and her team! I felt incredibly comfortable throughout the entire photo session. Alyssa’s associate was so kind, personable, and genuinely friendly—it felt like spending time with someone I already knew. Their calm energy and thoughtful direction made everything feel natural and easy. I never once felt awkward or overly posed. It was clear they had a vision but also really listened to what I wanted.”

— SUMER & ALLEY, 2025 ENGAGEMENT PARTY EVENT COUPLE

“Alyssa made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera from the very beginning! Neither of us are used to being photographed, but she gave clear direction and helped guide us with poses that felt natural and flattering. Her energy was calm and reassuring, which really helped us relax and enjoy the moment. It honestly felt more like spending time with a friend than a formal photo shoot. Not to mention, Patrick broke his hand just days before our wedding and she helped pose us so it wasn't as noticeable. I had total confidence that Alyssa would be able to handle this slight inconvenience with the broken hand and you can't even tell in any of the photos! What we love most about Alyssa’s photography style is how bright and vibrant the images are, while still staying true to real-life colors—it felt like the photos truly reflected how the day looked and felt. She has such a gift for capturing genuine, candid moments, and looking through our gallery felt like reliving the day from beginning to end. The attention to detail was incredible too—nothing was missed, from the big emotional moments to the little in-between ones that made the day so special.

Her communication and preparation were incredible from start to finish. She is always so organized, responsive, and thoughtful in every interaction, which gave us so much peace of mind leading up to the day. She asked all the right questions and made sure every detail was covered ahead of time, so we felt totally prepared. It really stood out how much care and intention was put into planning—it made us feel like we were in the best hands.

She kept us on track with the timeline without ever making us feel rushed, and worked seamlessly with our other vendors to make sure everything flowed effortlessly. We had total trust in her expertise—especially when it came to photo locations and lighting—and that made such a difference. Because of her, we didn’t have to stress about a single thing. It honestly felt like everything just fell into place, and we were able to fully enjoy every moment.”

— NATALIE & PATRICK, 2025 WEDDING COUPLE

“Alyssa made the wedding experience incredible. She was extremely organized and knew the timeline so well that we never had to worry about time or missing important pictures. We felt the meeting to discuss timeline and expectations was extremely beneficial to making the day run smoothly and feel more personal since you got to know us a little better as a couple. We also loved the option to do the flat lay before the wedding day so it was able to relieve some stress in remembering components of those photos for the wedding day. Her communication was definitely one of the best things about working with Alyssa. She was extremely thorough in making sure we knew exactly what to expect out of the experience and what we needed to make the day run smoothly. We loved that she was also so easy to contact and so eager to understand what was important to making our day so special.

Alyssa made us feel extremely comfortable and confident in front of the camera even though we both are a bit shy when it comes to these type of photos. We loved her ability to capture such incredible moments while making it still comfortable for us as a couple. We had never done any professional pictures together before our engagement photos and you were able to capture our relationship so perfectly in photos while only meeting us that day in person. Her direction made it feel like we were just hanging out with a friend that happened to also be taking our picture. We also loved her eye for lighting and background/landscape. The lighting and vibrancy of your photos was something we loved most about her photography as well.”

— JULIA & GARRETT, 2025 WEDDING COUPLE

“We chose AES Photography because of how personable Alyssa is. She is sweet, kind, caring knowledgeable and very professional. She is so easy to talk to and her personality can light up an entire room! The quality of her work is impeccable. She has captured the most beautiful moments of our lives thus far. She is the best in the business and we would choose her again and again!!

We loved how authentic, intentional and romantic Alyssa's style is! Every photo that she took has the perfect lighting and angle. Every time we look at our photos it immediately takes us back to the feelings and emotions of that day. We are obsessed with every single photo and are constantly looking at them. We received so many compliments on our photos from friends and family too!!

Alyssa made the process of working together very easy and it felt like a true collaboration. She was as invested as we were in creating our timeline, ensuring we had time for the photos we wanted, and understanding our wedding photography priorities. She also made us feel heard, seen, and loved! She is so attentive and extremely organized. I cannot say enough amazing things about Alyssa! Any time that I had a question she would answer within the hour. She ensures that you feel heard! Alyssa would end every email outlining the exact steps that would happen next, so we were never left wondering what was going on. It made us feel that we were being guided by a true professional through a process they were a master at! My husband and I have never really gotten professional photos done before. Her down-to-earth personality immediately put us at ease. She truly is a professional and knew exactly how to pose us and made us feel confident and empowered! Alyssa is an absolute dream to work with. We had two engagement sessions with her and she photographed our entire wedding day from start to finish! She truly outdoes herself every single time. The photos speak for themselves and we could not be happier with her!!

Without Alyssa, our wedding day wouldn't have been as perfect as it was! She took the time to curate the absolute best timeline. She had us fill out a very detailed questionnaire about our wedding day. We also had a timeline call that went over everything before the big day. She truly went above and beyond for us. The timeline she created was the exact one sent to all of our vendors, the day of coordinator, and our family. She took the time and made us feel so heard throughout the entire process. Both of our families and friends were raving about her throughout the entire day. She kept us on time and organized throughout the entire wedding. We felt so loved on our wedding day!!”

— RACHEL & RYAN, 2024 WEDDING COUPLE

“We chose AES Photography because we were immediately drawn to Alyssa's beautiful, true-to-color, and airy photography style. Beyond her impressive portfolio, it was Alyssa's genuine warmth, engaging personality, and evident passion for her craft that truly set her apart. From our first Zoom meeting, we felt instantly comfortable and confident that she was the perfect choice to capture our wedding day.

Throughout the entire planning process, Alyssa made us feel relaxed and reassured. Her incredible organizational skills, clear communication, and genuine kindness alleviated stress and allowed us to fully enjoy each step leading up to our wedding. What stood out most was Alyssa's exceptional communication and thoughtful preparation. Her timely responses, detailed planning, and clear guidelines provided reassurance and ensured that we always knew what to expect. Her professionalism truly set the standard for the planning process. She significantly enhanced our wedding day experience by being highly organized, punctual, and attentive to detail. Her calm and positive presence contributed greatly to the smooth flow of the day, making the experience stress-free and more personal for us.

Working with Alyssa during both our engagement session and wedding day was effortless and genuinely enjoyable. She created a comfortable atmosphere, allowing us to be ourselves and feel completely at ease in front of the camera. Her guidance was supportive and natural, helping us feel confident throughout each shoot.”

— RIALDA & NICK, 2025 WEDDING COUPLE