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ready to get fancy + ranchy?

 

hey there, I'm lexi!

western lifstyle Photographer
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Hey! I’m Lexi, a Montana-based photographer capturing all things western lifestyle. My passion about telling your story through every season of life has lead me to photographing couples, seniors, livestock, families and now weddings/elopements. I’m incredibly grateful for each and every one of you who trusts me with your story. Every photo session or wedding feels like a chance to capture one of life’s biggest milestones, and being able to preserve those memories is something I truly cherish.


Each unique story calls for a unique way to tell it, and my goal is to capture your session day with ease, sincerely, and directly from the heart. It isn’t just about pretty pictures...it’s about having someone who knows how to catch the real stuff like the look on your partner’s face, your little ones running across the hay field, and those wild dance floor moments no one saw coming at your wedding. I’m not just snapping photos, I’m telling your story with intention, emotion and heart.


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my why

the reason I do what I do

 

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I am here because of the friends and family who have believed in my passion, pushed me to succeeded, and supported me throughout my journey. Just a few years ago, I was in college needing a break from the mental load of classes and picked up my dusted over camera to take some pictures of cows. A few pictures of cows turned into taking my friend's graduation portraits, ignighting my passion for story telling though a camera lens.


My family, boyfriend, pup, friends, mentors, past and future clients have continued to cheer me on as I pursue this journey in my business. I have always had a passion with connecting with people, but hearing your stories and telling them through my imagery is what really made me fall in love with photography. My goal is to authentically tell stories through my lens, and it wouldn't be possible without you all trusting me with your stories.


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get to know your
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photographer

  • I'm an animal lover at heart! Gimme alllllll the animals at your sessions
  • I graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelors in Animal Science and Management in 2024
  • Fun fact- I lived in a BARN the last two years of college! Yeah, you heard that right. During the last two years of college, I was part of the university's live-in residency program where I lived and worked at a fully functional cow/calf operation in trade for living expenses
  • I have a full time corporate cowgirl job outside of my photography business
  • I am originally from Eureka, California! My boyfriend and I moved to MT in the Spring of 2025 so he could finish up his bachelors degree
  • That being said, I travel back to Northern CA frequently, so let's connect for my next trip out!
  • I absolutely love to travel, I have been to Mexico almost 20 times!
  • I have a huge bucket list of travel destinations- reach out to see if your location is on that list for a special discount
  • Fun fact- I raised a few market hogs in high school
  • My boyfriend is a US Marine veteran and I am so proud of his service, please reach out if you are an active duty service member or veteran for a discount
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