For as long as I can remember, photography has been the way I process the world around me. I’ve always been drawn to contrast — evolving street scenes, landscapes that feel heavy with atmosphere, and the kind of people that can make even an ordinary second feel unique. My first 35mm SLR and discovering a love for developing film in a darkroom during 9th grade set everything in motion. It eventually led to years of traveling throughout the U.S, typically with a camera close by.

No matter where I went, Colorado always pulled me back. The mountains, the weather, the isolation, the mood — it all became part of how I see and photograph the world. My work focuses mostly on somber landscapes and street photography, with an emphasis on atmosphere and emotion over perfection. I’m less interested in overly polished images and more interested in capturing something that feels real. While I typically focus on the more artistic and unscripted side of the camera, I’ve also photographed weddings, headshots, commercial events, restaurant menus, and real estate. Amanda’s Cantina, The Cliffhouse at Pikes Peak, HockeyBuzz, Kroger, VSCO and REMAX are a few of the companies I’ve worked with.

An inspiration behind my lens is my late grandfather. He was an outdoorsman and photographer who loved Colorado deeply, and even though I lost him when I was a little kid, his connection to nature and photography has stayed with me my entire life. In a lot of ways, picking up a camera feels like a way of staying connected.

Outside of photography, I’m usually enjoying the game of hockey, listening to music, or having a beer with friends. Whether I’m out chasing weather, wandering city streets or standing somewhere quiet in the mountains, my goal is always the same — to create images that feel immersive, genuine and lasting

— Alex