Alison Lea Photography

09/08/2026

Lake Elmo golden hour hit different for this session! 🌅🏄‍♂️

When Brayden and Parker said they wanted to incorporate wakeboarding and jet skiing into their senior photos, I knew we were in for a fun session! There is nothing better than using Minnesota's lakes as the ultimate backdrop to tell a story.

Twin sessions have their own fun— of banter, competition, and laughs included.

As another unforgettable Minnesota summer wraps up and the crisp air of fall settles in, these two are officially ready to take on senior year. Excited for everything ahead for the Class of 2027!

Drop some love in the comments for Brayden & Parker! 👇

08/29/2026

Meet Sienna, Class of 2026! ✨

Having Sienna on our Ireland & Scotland trip was non-stop joy! She is high-energy, completely real, delightfully silly, and carries a sense of faith and wonder that lights up every room she steps into.

Plus, her signature style is always on point (fantastic hat included! 🎩). Mom, you should definitely be taking full credit for those wardrobe choices! 😉

Drop some senior year love and your favorite emoji for Sienna in the comments below! 👇❤️

08/28/2026

08/27/2026

"The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page." 🌿

Exploring Ireland and Scotland for Brenna's senior session was unforgettable, but it was the quiet moments that captured her story best. Finding a cozy bookstore where the sunlight hit just right felt like stepping straight into her world—a deep thinker, a lover of culture, and someone who carries a quiet confidence wherever she goes.

Brenna, getting to be behind the lens for this chapter of your life is such a gift. You are pure grace and beauty inside and out, and I couldn't be prouder. Wishing you the most incredible senior year! Class of 2027 🤍

📚 To all the fellow book lovers & travelers: What is one book or destination that has completely captured your heart? Drop your recommendations below to help Brenna build her reading & travel bucket list for senior year! 👇

08/26/2026

I'm still swooning over Luke and Olivia's proposal.

08/25/2026

Abby, what do I even say, sweet girl?

You’ve been a light and joy in our lives for 8 years and we all adore you. Thank you for living life with curiosity, energy, and a deep acceptance and love for people just as they are. You make those around you feel so important because you are genuinely excited to see them, and your honesty and vulnerability help others do the same.

I could go on and on! These photos are the first of a few posts, I’m sure, but I chose them because the sunshine and playfulness truly reflect who you were made to be.

You are loved beyond measure, Abby.
(And thank you for being the absolute best friend to my daughter.)

08/23/2026

The Larson family joined us, as well.
What a joy to get to know this crew and spend time seeing them care for one another and the rest of our travelers.

08/22/2026

If you’ve been wondering where I’ve been lately, take a look at these mini-sessions right outside Trim Castle in Ireland! 🇮🇪✨

When I’m not behind the camera capturing your beautiful faces, I’m in the classroom teaching K–8 Art and High School Digital Photography. This summer, I had the absolute joy of co-leading an incredible student tour through Ireland and Scotland alongside some of my favorite colleagues and friends. It was an unforgettable trip!

A massive shoutout to Michelle and Tawnee, two of my amazing co-leaders—I truly couldn’t ask for a better team. ❤️

Drop a heart in the comments below if Michelle or Tawnee have made a positive impact on your life! 👇💬

08/21/2026

Quiet confidence, a heart for what mattes most, and a soul wise beyond his years.

Spending the afternoon with Tony in St. Paul, near CHS field—a spot filled with favorite memories—was such an honor. Loved by manyand supported by the best crew, he is more than ready for this next chapter.

Leave some love, advice, or well wishes for Tony as he starts Class of 2027 below! 🌟

08/20/2026

“I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.” — Louisa May Alcott, Little Women

Having watched Claire grow up since her elementary school days, seeing the thoughtful, grounded young woman she has become is nothing short of a joy.

Claire carries a quiet, contemplative grace—the kind of person who listens deeply, finds wisdom between the pages of a good book, and stays true to herself. What moves me most about her is how she has taken life’s challenges and used them as light to direct her path forward. As Alcott wrote, “There are many kinds of bravery in this world.” Claire’s bravery is steady, soft, and entirely her own.

Drop a message of congratulations for Claire in the comments below, or share a favorite book recommendation for her next read! 📚✨👇

Claire | Class of 2027 🤍