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Timeless Moments,

Candidly Captured.

A wedding photography team based in St. Petersburg, FL, serving the Tampa Bay area and beyond.

Meet the Team

A Team of Experts Ready

to Capture your Love Story

Our team of wedding professionals is thoughtfully selected to reflect our signature style — candid, true to tone, and timeless. We guide you with warmth and effortless direction so you feel comfortable, confident, and fully yourself on your wedding day.

Alexis Bedenbaugh

Founder & Owner

Emily

Photographer

Jess

Photographer

Meghan

Photographer

Troy Bedenbaugh

Co-founder & Operations Manager

Meet the Team

A Team of Experts Ready to Capture your Love Story

Our team of wedding professionals is thoughtfully selected to reflect our signature style — candid, true to tone, and timeless. We guide you with warmth and effortless direction so you feel comfortable, confident, and fully yourself on your wedding day.

Alexis Bedenbaugh

Founder & Owner

Emily

Photographer

Jess

Photographer

Meghan

Photographer

Troy Bedenbaugh

Co-founder & Operations Manager

Meet the Team

A Team of Experts Ready

to Capture your Love Story

Our team of wedding professionals is thoughtfully selected to reflect our signature style — candid, true to tone, and timeless. We guide you with warmth and effortless direction so you feel comfortable, confident, and fully yourself on your wedding day.

Alexis Bedenbaugh

Founder & Photographer

Emily

Photographer

Jess

Photographer

Meghan

Photographer

Troy Bedenbaugh

Co-founder & Operations Manager

How it Works

A guided process so you can

relax and enjoy what matters most.

relax and enjoy what matters most.

relax and enjoy what matters most.

We map the photo timeline, coordinate with your planner, and keep family formals quick so your day runs smoothly and your photos stay timeless.

STEP 1

Check Availability

Send a quick inquiry and book a call. We’ll share details and make sure your date is available.

STEP 2

Plan With Ease

Together, we’ll map out every detail so you can trust your story will be captured with care.

STEP 3

Celebrate and Relive

Be fully present on your wedding day while we capture every moment — so you can relive the joy forever.

Testimonials

What Past Couples Say

In Their Own Words.

In Their Own Words.

In Their Own Words.

We’re endlessly thankful for the love that we get to document. These reviews share the moments our couples treasure and what it felt like working with Alera.

"From the very beginning, they came prepared with a detailed timeline for the day, which helped everything run so smoothly. We never felt rushed, and yet they captured every important moment beautifully."

User

Emily Nilsen

"Hiring Alera Weddings was the best decision we made for our wedding. They made not only us, but our families and wedding party SO comfortable the entire day, which allowed everyone to relax, be themselves, and enjoy the day to the fullest extent."

User

Jordan Scoggins

"Getting my husband to be comfortable in front of a camera is no simple task but I am in awe over every picture of him from our wedding! The quality of work is outstanding. The Photos are perfect and I'm so thankful!"

User

Ally Pollich

"I am by no means an influencer or anyone important on socials, but by golly, I could be one using my wedding photos by Alexis and her team. Do yourself a favor and book with her, but hurry, she books up quick!"

User

Rachel Barrish

"My husband and I can’t stop looking at all the pictures and moments captured. Looking through each picture had me falling in love with my wedding day all over again."

User

Megan Price

"From our engagement photos to our (hundreds!) of wedding photos. I cannot recommend Alera more to any future brides and wish I could have a wedding part 2 to work with them further! "

User

Alison Holbrook

Pricing

Invest in memories

that last a lifetime.

From wedding coverage to engagement sessions, everything is crafted with a consistent, refined approach, paired with thoughtful guidance to keep the experience seamless from start to finish.

Wedding Photography

From $3,799 - $6,499

Capture every beautiful moment of your wedding with a photography experience designed to preserve your story for a lifetime.

Natalie O'Heir

Alera Bride

"Book them! You will not regret it."

Customize Your Experience:

Up to 10 hours of coverage

Fast sneak peeks

Full gallery in 6 weeks

Custom photo timeline

Engagement session

Print options available

Flexible add-ons

Engagement Sessions

From $499

Celebrate your love with a photography session designed to capture the genuine connection and joy you share as a couple.

Anisa Chick

Alera Bride

"We felt so comfortable on camera."

Customize Your Experience:

Up to 2 hour session

Up to multiple locations

Up to multiple outfits

Full gallery in 4 weeks

Fast sneak peeks

Unlimited support

Print options available

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know.

What do we need to do to secure our booking?

To officially book, we require a signed contract and a 50% deposit. Once that’s done, your date is locked in and we’re all yours.

What’s your editing style?

We don’t follow every editing trend. Our style is timeless, true to color, and designed to look just as beautiful decades from now as it does today.

What if we need to cancel or reschedule our wedding?

If you need to reschedule, we’ll do everything we can to accommodate your new date. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable.

How far in advance should we book?

Most couples book 12–18 months in advance.

Do you help with timeline planning?

Absolutely. We craft a custom photography timeline with you so no moment is missed and everything flows smoothly.

Do you travel?

Absolutely! For events outside our local area, a travel fee may apply — just reach out and we’ll provide all the details.

What’s your shooting style?

Our approach is documentary in nature — we focus on real, candid moments. That said, we offer gentle guidance when it helps create something beautiful and true to you.

How many images can we expect?

You can expect anywhere from 800 to 1,200 images, depending on how long we’re with you.

Do you bring backup gear?

Yes! Our team always brings backup gear to every wedding to ensure we're fully prepared for any unexpected situations.

How long does it take to get our full gallery?

We deliver sneak peeks within 7 days of your wedding day and your full gallery within six weeks

Do you help with posing?

Absolutely. While our style is relaxed and documentary-inspired, we gently guide and pose you when needed to help you look and feel your best without ever feeling stiff or awkward.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know.

What do we need to do to secure our booking?

To officially book, we require a signed contract and a 50% deposit. Once that’s done, your date is locked in and we’re all yours.

What’s your editing style?

We don’t follow every editing trend. Our style is timeless, true to color, and designed to look just as beautiful decades from now as it does today.

What if we need to cancel or reschedule our wedding?

If you need to reschedule, we’ll do everything we can to accommodate your new date. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable.

How far in advance should we book?

Most couples book 12–18 months in advance.

Do you help with timeline planning?

Absolutely. We craft a custom photography timeline with you so no moment is missed and everything flows smoothly.

Do you travel?

Absolutely! For events outside our local area, a travel fee may apply — just reach out and we’ll provide all the details.

What’s your shooting style?

Our approach is documentary in nature — we focus on real, candid moments. That said, we offer gentle guidance when it helps create something beautiful and true to you.

How many images can we expect?

You can expect anywhere from 800 to 1,200 images, depending on how long we’re with you.

Do you bring backup gear?

Yes! Our team always brings backup gear to every wedding to ensure we're fully prepared for any unexpected situations.

How long does it take to get our full gallery?

We deliver sneak peeks within 7 days of your wedding day and your full gallery within six weeks

Do you help with posing?

Absolutely. While our style is relaxed and documentary-inspired, we gently guide and pose you when needed to help you look and feel your best without ever feeling stiff or awkward.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know.

What do we need to do to secure our booking?

To officially book, we require a signed contract and a 50% deposit. Once that’s done, your date is locked in and we’re all yours.

What’s your editing style?

We don’t follow every editing trend. Our style is timeless, true to color, and designed to look just as beautiful decades from now as it does today.

What if we need to cancel or reschedule our wedding?

If you need to reschedule, we’ll do everything we can to accommodate your new date. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable.

How far in advance should we book?

Most couples book 12–18 months in advance.

Do you help with timeline planning?

Absolutely. We craft a custom photography timeline with you so no moment is missed and everything flows smoothly.

Do you travel?

Absolutely! For events outside our local area, a travel fee may apply — just reach out and we’ll provide all the details.

What’s your shooting style?

Our approach is documentary in nature — we focus on real, candid moments. That said, we offer gentle guidance when it helps create something beautiful and true to you.

How many images can we expect?

You can expect anywhere from 800 to 1,200 images, depending on how long we’re with you.

Do you bring backup gear?

Yes! Our team always brings backup gear to every wedding to ensure we're fully prepared for any unexpected situations.

How long does it take to get our full gallery?

We deliver sneak peeks within 7 days of your wedding day and your full gallery within six weeks

Do you help with posing?

Absolutely. While our style is relaxed and documentary-inspired, we gently guide and pose you when needed to help you look and feel your best without ever feeling stiff or awkward.

Benefits

Why Couples

Choose Alera

We’ve refined every part of the process to keep things simple and stress free, so you can stay present and enjoy every moment, knowing your love story is being captured beautifully.

Emotional Storytelling

Photos that feel — not just show — what the day was like.

A Team You Can Trust

So you’re always covered and never left scrambling.

Consistent, Refined Style

Natural, timeless editing guided by a cohesive creative vision.

Fast, Reliable Turnaround

Sneak peeks within days and a full gallery delivered within weeks.

Benefits

Why Couples

Choose Alera

We’ve refined every part of the process to keep things simple and stress free, so you can stay present and enjoy every moment, knowing your love story is being captured beautifully.

Emotional Storytelling

Photos that feel — not just show — what the day was like.

A Team You Can Trust

So you’re always covered and never left scrambling.

Consistent, Refined Style

Natural, timeless editing guided by a cohesive creative vision.

Fast, Reliable Turnaround

Sneak peeks within days and a full gallery delivered within weeks.

Benefits

Why Couples

Choose Alera

We’ve refined every part of the process to keep things simple and stress free, so you can stay present and enjoy every moment, knowing your love story is being captured beautifully.

Emotional Storytelling

Photos that feel — not just show — what the day was like.

A Team You Can Trust

So you’re always covered and never left scrambling.

Consistent, Refined Style

Natural, timeless editing guided by a cohesive creative vision.

Fast, Reliable Turnaround

Sneak peeks within days and a full gallery delivered within weeks.

Contact

Check Availability & Book a Call

Check Availability
& Book a Call

A wedding photography team based in St. Petersburg, FL, serving the Tampa Bay area and beyond.

Timeless Moments,

Candidly Captured.

Trusted by 100+ Couples