Vulnerability, intention, lack of bias, humor, composition, trust, timing, light.

I really value couples who let me be human.

A recent couple, in place of categorizing us as “Vendors”, listed us as “Wedding Day Buddies” on their timeline, and it really warmed my heart. Those are my people. The bride also fed me bred during dinner while I shot.My 30th birthday party had 6 past brides in attendance. I am an introvert, to put it mildly (more like reclusive homebody) and most of my weddings are not local, so there is never any pressure to become the best of friends. But a lot of my clients do become my friends. I believe it’s important for us to feel comfortable talking with each other person to person, instead of Vendor to Client. I like to joke. I like to throw any possible business persona out the window because that isn’t who I am. Am I organized, prepared for mishaps, and an expert in my field? Absolutely. But I can be myself, and still do my job.

You’re talking to Aly, owner and lead photographer.

However, Aly Hansen Photo encompasses a teamwork making the dream work. We are comprised of 4 photographers, and 2 assistants. I believe in excellence when it comes to my craft. Excellence takes teamwork, and I’m so grateful for my team.

Together we ensure your day runs as smoothly as possible. There will never be more than 3 of us present on your wedding day, though.

A lot.

I’m a big believer in the medium being irrelevant. But in the spirit of transparency, I am a film first photographer. This means film leads the way for me; my digital camera following where needed to fill in the gaps film misses. Each medium has its own strength, and I believe in embracing the appropriate medium for each scene.

Sometimes your wedding day story can be told in 10 rolls of film. Sometimes it’s told in 25 rolls of film. There are so many factors that go into how much film ends up being used at your wedding, but it’s front of mind for me and how I prefer to shoot and work.

Engagement sessions are returned to you within 5 weeks of our session.

Weddings are delivered no later than 10 weeks from your wedding date but I am often delivering around the 6-7 week mark.

Weddings receive a small preview gallery 72 hours after the wedding day and another round of (film) previews 3 weeks from the wedding day.

Typically my couples secure their date with me 8-12 months out from their wedding.

Yes. Please inquire for more details.

Yes, you can hire me to shoot your wedding day entirely on film. This package starts at $10,000.

On a case by case basis. To best honor my documentary approach and ensure none of us feel rushed to make photos happen, a full day of wedding coverage is encouraged and prioritized. Let’s talk about it and go from there.

I’m based in New York City and Richmond, Virginia (splitting my time between the two) but most of my work involves travel, yes, especially along the East Coast and down south like Alabama, Tennessee, and Georgia.