Business Details
19 Years
experience
Stress-Free Documentary Wedding & Portrait Photography in Madison, WI
AJ Photo Company was founded in 2007 when Alison Fait began capturing moments to preserve memories for her own family. What started as a personal passion quickly evolved into a professional commitment to documentary-style photography. With over 100 weddings documented across Wisconsin and destinations like Utah, Florida, and the Dominican Republic, we specialize in creating authentic, timeless imagery that reflects genuine emotions. Our approach prioritizes comfort and connection, ensuring clients feel at ease while we document their unique stories. We graduated with a degree in Photography from Madison College in 2020, further solidifying our technical expertise and creative vision. Our services extend beyond weddings to include engagement sessions, senior portraits, and commercial photography, all delivered with the same dedication to authenticity.We believe in transparency, offering complimentary engagement sessions and travel within Wisconsin with every wedding collection. Our clients consistently praise our ability to blend into the background while capturing every meaningful detail, from the grand to the subtle. With a focus on documentary storytelling, we prioritize candid moments over posed shots, ensuring your gallery reflects the true essence of your celebration. Our experience working with diverse couples and families has shaped our inclusive, client-centered philosophy, which values personal connection above all else.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Senior Portraits
Portrait Photography
Documentary Style
Travel Coverage
Online Gallery
Print Release
Complimentary Consultation
Family Photography
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We've documented over 100 weddings across multiple states and countries
- All collections include complimentary travel within Wisconsin
- Specialize in making clients feel comfortable and natural during sessions
- Offer complimentary engagement sessions with every wedding collection
- Maintain transparent communication throughout the planning process
What people say
Super easy to work with
Absolutely in love with photos
Made us comfortable
Great communication
Highly recommend
Services
Wedding Photography
Documentary-style wedding photography capturing authentic moments throughout your celebration. Our approach focuses on natural storytelling, preserving emotional connections and candid interactions without intrusive direction. Services include full-day coverage, professional editing, and delivery of high-resolution digital images through an online gallery.
Engagement Sessions
Complimentary engagement photography sessions included with all wedding collections. These sessions help couples build comfort with the camera while creating beautiful imagery that reflects their relationship. Sessions typically last 1-2 hours and include professional editing and digital delivery.
Senior Portraits
Personalized senior portrait sessions capturing the unique personality of graduates. Sessions include location scouting, styling guidance, and professional editing. Clients receive both digital files and print-ready images to commemorate this milestone achievement.
Portrait Photography
Documentary-style portrait sessions for individuals and families. Sessions focus on natural interactions and authentic expressions, with options for location-based or studio settings. Includes professional editing and delivery of high-resolution images through an online gallery.
Documentary Style
Unobtrusive documentary photography capturing genuine moments as they unfold. This style prioritizes natural light and spontaneous interactions over posed shots, creating authentic visual narratives for weddings, engagements, and family sessions.
People
Alison Fait
Owner/Wedding and Portrait Photographer
Documentary wedding photographer with 15+ years experience capturing authentic moments. Graduated from Madison College with Photography degree in 2020. Specializes in making clients comfortable while documenting over 100 weddings across multiple states and countries.
Questions
What sets your documentary wedding photography apart?
Our documentary approach focuses on capturing authentic moments without posed shots. We prioritize natural interactions and emotional connections, creating timeless visual narratives that reflect your unique celebration.
What's included in your wedding photography packages?
All collections include full-day coverage, professional editing, online gallery access, print release, and complimentary travel within Wisconsin. Engagement sessions are included with every wedding collection.
Do you offer destination wedding photography?
Yes, we've photographed weddings in Utah, Florida, California, Montana, and the Dominican Republic. Travel expenses are additional for locations outside Wisconsin.
How does the booking process work?
Contact us for a free consultation to discuss your vision. We'll review your timeline, answer questions, and help select the perfect collection. A deposit reserves your date with the remaining balance due 30 days before the event.
What's your pricing structure?
Five-hour wedding collections start at $2,450. Pricing varies based on coverage duration and additional services. Detailed pricing information is available upon request during your free consultation.
