I distinctly remember taking my first photograph with a used Nikkormat some 15 years ago. From that moment the camera became a natural extension in which I was able to share the unique way I saw the world. While earning my BFA in Graphic Design, I became even more focused on developing my photographic talent, eventually leading to an 11+ year career as an award-winning Art Director. I draw a great deal of inspiration from the many leading artists, photographers and designers I’ve been fortunate enough to work alongside and art direct. I truly feel this path has crafted the photographer that I am today.
KIND WORDS
“Mandi forwarded me the pics you sent — I have done absolutely nothing but look at them over and over since the email arrived! They are unbelievable. First I cried… then studied each and every photo… and cried again. I just don’t know how to describe them. You truly captured so many real emotions in these photographs. It’s like you gave them a soul and made them real.”
- Dolli Etheridge
“I have been admiring Ali’s photography for a long, long time… and my favorite thing about it is the way she can capture a feeling, a whole story in just one picture.”
- Mandi Etheridge
“Ali has an amazing ability to capture moments that I never knew existed. It’s those in-between shots where we were just being ourselves that she catches us. I think she uses magic.”
- Patrick Aguilar
“It is an understatement to say that Ali’s heart goes into all that she photographs. The subjects of her photography — whether they are alive or simply an object — are infused with her passion for finding beauty and depth in everything that she sees. What a gift.”
- Dawn Gahan
“My children’s unique personalities have been captured so beautifully in Ali’s photos. It is amazing how she can find still moments in the running, jumping and yelling! When I look back at photos from years ago that she took, it still takes my breath away.”
- Kristin Harper