"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


A brides ring and shoe detail photograph at the Aster Cafe in Minneapolis, Minnesota

"capturing editorial

style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


A newly married couple kissing with the sunset behind them at Lofted View Events in Bronson, Iowa.

"capturing editorial

style weddings"

midwest & destination photo + video for weddings

"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"capturing editorial style weddings"

MIDWEST & DESTINATION PHOTO + VIDEO FOR WEDDINGS


"the dedication given to our wedding day was simply remarkable. Alexis made us feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera. we couldn't of completed our wedding without her creativity and patience. we are incredibly blessed to have met her!"

See + John

The Club of Lac La Belle, Wisconsin

A little about the artist

As a visual storyteller, I perceive the world in ways that often go unnoticed. I witness how light dances on a person’s spirit and feel the emotions that connect two souls. I hear the heartfelt "I love you," and watch as a little girl takes her father's hand one last time. I see the tear in a mother’s eye as she lets her son go, and I can feel the intimacy of a whispered secret or that first kiss.


What enriches my perspective is that I’ve walked in many of these shoes—the mom, the daughter, the wife, the best friend, the sister. Life’s journey is a tapestry of highs and lows, joys and sorrows, yet we always have the power to choose new paths filled with smiles, laughter, and love. My hope is to be there to capture those fleeting moments, preserving them for a lifetime.


Alexis West is a midwest wedding and destination photographer and videographer

Alexis West

photographer & videographer

Alexis has an incredible ability to blend into the background, yet she never missed a thing. It felt like she was everywhere, capturing every important moment and her photos fully tell our story. Our Day was full of emotion and spontaneous moments that only someone with her talent and eye for detail can capture.“

liz + Skyler
Wilson Creek vineyard, california

I can't say enough about how amazing Alexis was on our wedding day! From the moment she arrived, she made us feel so at ease and truly took the time to understand our vision prior to the wedding day. What impressed me most was how thoughtful and attentive she was to every tiny detail, beautiful details that I didn’t even notice at the time.“

Sophie + Mark
rewind hotel, Iowa

Working with Alexis as a wedding photographer was an absolute joy! her laid-back yet professional attitude made everyone feel comfortable and at ease, resulting in natural, beautiful shots.“

Danae + joshua
iowa

 

destination and travel Photography


travel enriches and evolves people - especially for weddings!

 

Colorado Elopement photo of a bride and groom at Lioncrest Manor in Colorado

Travel has a tendency to take us out of our comfort zone and inspire us to see and try new things. If you desire to take a journey to another country or even in the U.S.A for your wedding day we have packages that accommodate multi-day weddings and events. We can also provide recommendations for all-inclusive destination wedding resorts. We would love to partner with you and help you capture your adventures in saying "I DO".

"light, composition, & emotion are the guiding principles that shape my creative vision."

I view light as the essence of photography. It shapes the mood, highlights details, and creates depth.  I harness natural light to enhance people and evoke specific feelings.

I approach composition with intentionality, using techniques such as the rule of thirds, leading lines, and framing to guide the viewer’s eye.

Ultimately, my style is driven by the desire to connect with couples on an emotional level. I seek to capture genuine moments that resonate, whether it's joy, solitude, or nostalgia.

See My style in a couple of my favorite galleries

Newlyweds kissing by the lake in Saux Rapids, Minnesota at The Clearing wedding venue

wedding Photography

Editorial in

saux rapids, Minnesota

A couple laughing in front of a haybale during their engagement session at their family's farmland in Northwest Iowa.

engagement Photography

historical farm land, iowa


“the purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls”