about your sacramento Photographer

About your photographer

Alisha Cole

I create candid and captivating imagery that captures the true YOU!

Your story deserves to be captured in golden, glowing moments that reflect your unique personality– the kind you'll want to frame, flaunt, and fill your walls with!

As a mom of four boys,
I know what it means when you say

your kid is your world!

I see you out there giving it everything you've got, and I'm here to make this experience fun, memorable, and effortless for you!

Hey Gorgeous

Meet Alisha

The sunset chaser

I will hunt down the perfect location — even if it means hopping on a plane to Italy! Seriously, my passport is always ready!

With over a decade of experience and 2,000+ sessions under my belt, I've never lost my passion for capturing moments that truly tell your story and stand out from the crowd.


I’m the photographer who listens to your vision, understands your goals, and brings your dream session to life.

Bold, vibrant, and always original — I create images that will be cherished and shared for generations.

My photography journey began in college, where I was originally a graphic design major at SDSU. But everything changed the moment I took my first photography class — I was instantly hooked! I dove headfirst into learning and creating. Soon after, I started my family, and my passion for capturing moments with my boys blossomed into a career I truly love. I still get butterflies every time I pick up my camera, and I’m endlessly grateful for this incredible journey.

Time for some fun!

How Alike Are We? Let’s Find Out!

Pick your side and let the battle begin!
Click away and let’s find out if we’re kindred spirits or just a delightful mismatch!

Coffee

or

Tea

Caffeine sisters, unite! Let’s conquer the world, one cup at a time!
Hmm… not my cup of tea, but do you sip it with biscuits?!
Yessss! Rompers don’t have snack pouches. I mean, priorities!
Overalls are my jam—rompers are just pocketless jumpsuits, am I right?
You’re my sunshine buddy! Warmth, light, and endless ice cream, please!
Sweaters, pumpkins, leaves… all great, but I’d still rather be on a beach with a margarita!
Flip Yes!!
Birks? Not my vibe… just gimme my flip-flops and let's call it a day!
Sunsets… obviously. That’s when the magic happens!
Who are you?! There’s not enough coffee in the world to wake me up that early!
Beach, please! Toes in the water, sand in my soul, paradise found!
Pretty, yes… but where’s the ocean? I need sand between my toes!
Netflix & chill is great, but sometimes I crave that $100 popcorn bucket experience!
$100 for popcorn? Worth it. You can’t beat the movie magic!
Country roots, ice-cold brew… nothing better! Cheers!
Swirling and sniffing? Nah, pass me a cold one, please!
Chocolate, caramel, cupcakes… yes, yes, and more yes!
A little heat never hurt anybody… or did it?! Can I have both?!
Pizza’s great, but tacos? They’re basically perfection in a shell!
Let’s taco ‘bout it… tacos are the ultimate food champions!

A few things

I answer to

Photographer

For over a decade, my passion has been photography. Capturing beautiful moments for my clients never gets old.

Educator

Aside from photography, my other love is mentoring photographers and helping them level up their business and portfolio.

CEO

Proud CEO of a woman-owned business with 10+ years of experience in storytelling and capturing life's milestones.

Mama

What my four handsome boys call me,
and my most cherished title.

Babe

It’s weird when my hubby calls me by name—I feel like I am in trouble hahaha I am just babe!


How this all played out

2012

The year I began my photography business

I had no idea what it would become!

2014

Landed my first magazine cover photo

Turned out to be the fist of many!

2016

Traveled to Mexico for my first destination session

passport in hand!

2018

Nominated and placed top ten photographer in the Sacramento Area

ummm, pinch me!

2020

I was nationally published!

and business was running great!

2023

Launched my education platform Colehearted Collective and traveled to Utah, Hawaii, Tahoe, and New York for unforgettable photography experiences.

2024

Photographed over 2000 sessions and counting! And absolutely love seeing all of your beautiful faces in front of my lens!

let's do this!!

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