second + Associate shooting

Hi, I’M Alaina

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Hi, I’m Alaina - a Wedding, Couples and Family Photographer based out of the Metro-Detroit area. I received my Bachelor of Arts in Film Production during Spring of 2021. Since graduating, I have continued my education by working freelance as an Assistant Camera in the Film/TV and Commercial industry.

My first experience in the Wedding industry was in mid-2021. I was the solo videographer at a Wedding and had an amazing time doing it!

I shifted my focus back to Photography in early-2023 and have been assisting Lead Photographers at Weddings since the 2024 wedding season. Working in Film Production has trained me to always be of the most assistance to the Leads as I possibly can. Need me to run and grab some water for you or find the Mother of the Bride for a photo? I’ve got you!!

Weddings and Elopements are so special to me because it’s impossible to not be happy to witness two people shouting their love for each other for the world to hear.

If you'd like to hire me to second or associate shoot for you, please fill out the form below or email me at alaina@alainamillerphoto.com to connect! I look forward to working with you!

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who i’ve

worked with

  • Eli Green Photography (x5)

  • Alexis Mast Brown (x2)

  • Hayley Jane Photography (x2)

  • Incandescent Glow Photo

  • Photography with Natalie (x2)

  • Allessa Maria Photo (x2)

  • 222 Photo.graphy (Kali Steenbergh)

  • Samii Jo Photography

  • Stintography (Taylor Stinson)

Interested in working together?

Let's Get in Touch
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Equipment

  • A bride in a white wedding gown and veil standing on grass, holding her dress while looking down, with a lush green outdoor scene in the background.

    Cameras

    Digital (Mirrorless, Dual Slot)

    • Lumix S5

    • Lumix S5ii

    Film Cameras

    • Polaroid One-Step

    • Minolta XG-1 (35mm)

    • Yashica-A (Medium Format)

  • A bride and groom kissing inside a church in front of wooden doors after their wedding.

    Lenses

    Sigma 35mm f/1.4

    Sigma 85mm f/1.4

    Sigma 70-200mm f/2.8

    Minolta 45mm 2.8

    Minolta 28mm 2.8

    Minolta 70-210mm f/3.5 macro

  • A bride in a lace wedding dress holding a bouquet of mixed flowers and greenery outdoors.

    Lighting

    Godox V-1 Flash

    Minolta Flash

    Aputure MC

  • Wedding invitation, perfume, jewelry, shoes, watch, and accessories on a black checkered surface.

    Accessories

    Star Filters (67mm - 4,6,8 point)

    Variable ND Filter (x2)

    Black Pro-Mist Filter 1/4th

    Flat Lay Styling Elements

    Emergency Bridal Kit

wedding videography

Equipment in Addition to Above:

  • Tripod

  • Gimbal

  • Rode On-Camera Mic

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Let’s work together

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