Ali Cushing Photography

Weddings  -  Couples

. Based in Sleepy Hollow, NY .

Serving New York City, Hudson Valley, USA and Beyond

Lifestyle  -  Branding

Honoring and Capturing what’s real, in all its glory

My name is Ali; I’m a Sleepy Hollow and NYC-based photographer working in a blended documentary and editorial approach, emphasized with a cinematic method, and a personalized, true to life editing style. I am honored to be entrusted with depicting genuine love, authentic character, and immortalizing precious memories. I see beauty in the subtle details as much as the wide, epic scene, while I’m drawn to the glory of the mundane, in-between moments as much as the heart thudding highs.

Everyone, of all genders and orientations, any ethnicity, culture, or faith, all shapes, ages, and abilities, are welcome and I’d be delighted to work with you.

Taking Pride in being Niche-less

I offer a variety of sessions filling different purposes, and pursue my own creative work; all done with the same commitment to authenticity and quality, and created with artistic drive. 

A little more about me:

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Working in both Documentary and Editorial Styles

Specializing in Narrative driven Weddings, Elopements, and Couples Photography

  • I Provide a Luxury Quality experience without pretension or presumptions; taking an approach that slows down, takes a breath, and flows at a comfortable pace.

  • Going beyond the ordinary; Artistry and Experience forward. I find inspiration in light and surroundings, and what makes you you. Creating visual poetry that captures the beauty of the sweet subtleties as much as the epic sublime.

  • Packages designed specifically to give you Freedom; and not feel confined to a conventional timeline or session. This lets there be time to craft unique imagery and for you to indulge in the in between moments and craft deep and meaningful memories, not just a checklist of must have highlights and shots.

    • Half-day, Full-day or Weekend Wedding and Elopement packages. All of which prioritizes your experience; no cramming as much into a photographer’s duration as you possibly can, so you can enjoy yourself and make the photos about the day, not the day about the photos.

    • Short and Narrative form Couples and Elopement/Microwedding sessions, so you can choose to have a session that’s simple and sweet, or thorough and nuanced.

    • Customized Lifestyle Portrait and Branding Sessions

  • Your Gallery Curated and Edited by hand with a Personalized style that honors the feeling the experience, in that space, weather, and lighting, and glorifies your vibe and aesthetic. Not using a preset to make every gallery look the same.

  • Providing full-on Human Communication, Consultation, and Support throughout the planning process; advising on every element you have questions about, and guidance on things you didn’t even consider.

Offering Lifestyle Portraits Session for Family, Maternity/Newborn, and Small Business Branding, or just because, in a storytelling approach.

No matter the session type, I bring…

Honest Authenticity

In a age where artificial replication is becoming the norm, I strive to capture genuine character, treasured memories, and soulful, irreplaceable experiences.

Intentional Art

You’re part of the process. We keep communication open and decisions shared—no black boxes or surprises.

Relaxed Thoughtfulness

A pace and a vibe that' let’s you breathe, release the tension, and get into a state of mind that feels more like play.

  • "I am forever grateful for her help on such an emotional day. As a photographer, she worked with the lighting in ways I would have never known were possible... she made two camera shy people like ourselves effortlessly take pictures that we will cherish for a lifetime."

    Emily and Jake

  • "Ali is incredible! She was communicative and so easy to work with. Most of all she helped capture the love, joy and passion that we felt on our big day!..."

    Allie and Cam

  • "she was like a fly on the wall on our wedding day, capturing all the special moments we didn't even realize were happening. The quality of her work was seamless, with a documentary style that beautifully documented every aspect of our day.."

    Elizabeth and Jared

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