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                                and I’m so glad you’re here.

 

 

 

I’m a Colorado Springs-based photographer, fueled by iced coffee, golden hour light, and the belief that the best moments in life deserve to be remembered exactly as they are. I live here with my incredible husband, Jacob, and our beloved fur babies—and if I’m not behind the camera, you can probably find me chasing a post-storm sunset, halfway through a new book, or blasting Noah Kahan or Bleachers on repeat.

I’ve been obsessed with photography since I could hold a camera (shoutout to my dad’s old Polaroid, which I ran out of film every single time I got my hands on it). But in the last few years, this work has taken on a deeper meaning.

In 2021, I lost one of the most amazing women I’ve ever known—my Grandma Sandy. When I went searching for photos of her from before she got sick, there weren’t many. And even the ones I found were blurry, cropped weird, or just didn’t really look like her. For someone with over 100,000 photos in her iCloud, it hit hard. I would give anything for just one more photo of her laughing. One more photo where she’s healthy, glowing, herself.

That moment changed everything for me.

Now, capturing your loved ones—your wild toddlers, your messy love, your quiet in-betweens—isn’t just about pretty pictures. It’s about making sure you have those memories. The ones that feel like your people. The ones you can hold onto long after the moment’s gone.

But don’t worry, it’s not all heavy around here.

My sessions are full of movement, laughter, and the occasional dance break (yes, even from me). I’ll be chasing your kids around barefoot, cracking jokes with your partner, and catching those little glances you don’t even realize you're giving each other. I want you to feel totally at ease—because when you're comfortable, the real magic shows up.

By the time we’ve adventured together, cried over vows or loss, and danced until our feet hurt—I hope we’re not just photographer and client anymore. I hope we’re friends.

Let’s make something beautiful. Let’s make it yours.

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Some Very Ally things...

  • I read 113 books in 2024 (and I'm aiming for 200 this year—wish me luck!).

  • If I could adopt every dog that needs a home, I absolutely would—no hesitation.

  • I’m a true crafter at heart. In my free time, you’ll find me scrapbooking, crocheting, sewing, or starting five new projects at once.

  • Favorite snack? It’s a tie between Cheetos and dark chocolate—don’t make me choose.

Kind Words
from the best people

Ally was AMAZING. She was so helpful in planning everything. I don't think our elopement could have gone smoother. She even grabbed my husband shoes that we accidentally left in town like two hours away. 10/10. Plus just look at how well these pictures turned out, we will be enjoying them for the rest of our lives.
Briana & Christian --Elopement in Breckenridge

Ally truly made my wedding so memorable! She was a FANTASTIC vendor and continues to be. She did our engagement photos, wedding, and a little self-empowerment shoot for me a few months later. Each time, I’ve had so much fun with her and the photos have come out GORGEOUS!!! She got them all back to me quickly, even with 3000 wedding photos (literally) even with super weird lighting she captured my wedding day perfectly and really captured all the fun we had. Her pricing is super fair and she is extremely flexible. I work in the wedding industry as well, and I would recommend Ally 10000 times over. The photos speak for themselves!!!!
Sydney & Mykai --Wedding in Denver, CO.

Ally did our wedding & the photos are absolutely stunning! she made sure to meet with us before the big day & she captured every moment, even the little ones that others wouldn’t have even thought about so beautifully! i couldn’t be happier! my husband even commented about how great she was & he was so happy to have had her there (which says a lot because he HATES pictures!) highly recommend using her, you wont be disappointed!
Kendra & Cody --Wedding in Topsail, NC.

 

Somehow I was lucky enough to find Ally in the deep dark web search I had when looking for a wedding photographer. We just recently had our engagement photos done and she did SUCH a good job!! I cannot wait to keep working with her and see how the wedding photos turn out. I definitely recommend using her for your wedding or any photography needs! She is so sweet and does such a good job!!
Brooke & Ben --Wedding in Littleton, CO.

Words truly cannot describe the talent that this amazing women holds. Ally was our wedding photographer this January, and we could not be happier with our decision to put our memories in her hands. In the midst of wedding chaos, Ally managed to capture every little moment that we will cherish forever. It's so easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle, and the photos that she beautifully shoots and edits help you relive the best day of your life. We are forever grateful for the this hardworking superwomen! We have been using her as a photographer for over 4 years and now I can't wait for the future events she will photograph for us. 
Kelly & Kyle --Wedding in Golden, CO.

 

I cannot tell y’all enough how absolutely amazing Ally is! We have had the pleasure of working with her twice before as I wanted my now husband to practice before our wedding. And let me tell you, third time was the CHARM! With Ally’s amazing direction and even more beautiful images we are so happy we had the opportunity to work with her again for our wedding.
Shelby & Kris --Micro-Wedding in Golden, CO. 

Ally!!! 

First and foremost, I want to send a HUGE thank you to you for capturing our special day! You made us feel completely comfortable the entire day. The pictures turned out absolutely BEAUTIFUL. I have looked over the photos at least 100 times and continue finding myself crying while looking at them. You have no idea how special you captivating these moments mean to us. These pictures absolutely blew our expectations out of the water. And to think that I found your contact information by looking at your comment on someone's post.... I will forever be grateful. You are a gem! Thank you soooo much! 

Morgan & Frank --Mirco-Wedding in Dillion

Ready to Make Some Magic?

Whether you're planning a rooftop wedding with a neon sign, a giggle-filled family session, or something beautifully in-between—I’d love to hear your story. Reaching out is the first step in creating something real, meaningful, and totally you.

No pressure, no perfect posing—just an open inbox, a camera ready for adventure, and someone (hi, it’s me!) who’s wildly passionate about capturing the good stuff before it becomes a memory.

Let’s laugh, maybe cry a little, and create the kind of photos you’ll feel every time you look at them.

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Ally Sturges Photography    2024

Colorado Springs, CO

 (720)-431-2960

hello@allysturgesphotography.com

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