The Genuine Folk
Alex Donaldson
Photographer & Videographer
Based in Missoula , Montana traveling wherever your story leads—capturing moments that are worth reliving.
Brands & Businesses
Why I love working with brands…
Your brand is more than what you offer — it’s the story behind it.
I love partnering with brands and businesses to create intentional visual content that highlights your personality, values, products, and services in a way that feels genuine and memorable.
Working one-on-one with you allows me to step into a creative role where we can bring your vision to life while creating imagery that helps your brand stand out.
From thoughtful details to the bigger story, I focus on creating content that feels aligned with your identity and connects with the people you want to reach.
Creative direction • Brand photography • Lifestyle Imagery • Product Storytelling • Video Content
“Alex took branding photos for my small business and I was blown away by the way she captured the process and the attention to detail in each photo and video. She was able to fully emulate the feeling that I want to embody with my brand, and I’m so excited to incorporate the images into my branding going forward!!”
— Taylor Crews, Owner of Taylor Makes LLC
“Our small flower farm did a more extensive shoot with Alex and I only have wonderful things to say about the experience. Alex took the time to get to know the story of our business and put that into capture authentic branding photos that felt like us. Alex makes the space comfortable and became a quick friend we wanted to share our space with.”
— Caitlyn, Owner of Blue Mountain Flower Farm
Portraits
Capturing the moments you’ll return to
Before the photos, there's always a story.
Whether you're turning the page to a new chapter, celebrating how far you've come, or pausing to honor the person you are today, every season carries a story worth preserving.
The photographs that mean the most aren't always the perfectly posed ones—they're the ones that take you back. Back to the feeling, the laughter, the connection, and the little details that time has a way of softening.
When we work together, my goal is about so much more than creating beautiful images. I want to create a space where you can simply be yourself. The genuine smiles, the quiet moments, the confidence, the emotion—those are the moments that become the photographs you'll return to for years to come.
As your portrait photographer, I approach every session with care and intention, capturing your story in a way that feels authentic, timeless, and true to you. Together, we'll create imagery that doesn't just show what this season looked like—it brings you back to exactly how it felt.
“I did a branding shoot with Alex and it was fantastic!! I had so much fun giggling and frolicking; she made me feel way more at ease in front of a camera. And the photos turned out incredible!!! Highly recommend.”
— Justice, Owner of Zenith Metal Works
My Approach
More than creating beautiful images — creating something meaningful.
Connection is at the heart of everything I do.
I believe the best photographs come from creating space for real moments to unfold. The quiet interactions, the genuine emotions, and the details that tell your story.
Every project begins with understanding you — your vision, your values, and what makes your story worth sharing.
Together, we create something that feels effortless, intentional, and uniquely yours.
Let’s Create Something Genuine
Whether you’re building a brand, growing a business, or preserving a season of life, I’d love to help you tell your story.
Let’s create imagery that feels like you — and moments you’ll want to relive for years to come.
The Genuine Folk
Photography + Videography
