I’m Alyssa, a Des Moines-based photographer with nearly 15 years of professional experience documenting intimate weddings and elopements for creative, intentional couples who want to be present on their wedding day. My approach is built on trust and connection, shaped by an artful yet honest, documentary-style perspective. I’m deeply inspired by art, nature, and architecture, and I loovveeee when weddings are held at botanical gardens, museums and galleries, historic homes, or greenhouses—for me, these places are wellsprings of creative thought.

I know how important it is to be fully present with the people who’ve gathered to celebrate with you. I always set aside time for couples who want creative, artistic portraits with an editorial feel—but overall, my approach is candid, intuitive, and non-intrusive. You don’t need to know a thing about posing. Forget about what to do with your hands, and focus on what you’re doing with your people. My goal is to create photographs that reflect the way your wedding truly felt, images that feel like memories instead of performance.