I’m a destination wedding photographer living between San Diego, California, Whitefish, Montana, and the Washington, D.C. area, traveling for nearly 75% of my weddings each year. I document weddings in a way that’s honest and true to the couple — capturing how the day actually feels, from the big, emotional moments to the quiet in-between moments.
My work isn’t defined by a single style. Every couple is different, and I believe your photos should reflect that. I don’t take a one-size-fits-all approach; instead, I adapt to your needs, your energy, and your vision. Using a mix of digital and film photography, I maintain a consistent, timeless look while leaving room for creativity, individuality, and real connection.
To ensure each couple receives the attention they deserve, I limit the number of weddings I photograph per year. This allows me to be fully present — from planning and communication to the wedding day itself. Above all, I care deeply about my clients and the experience I provide, documenting every moment thoughtfully and with intention.
Lexi Truesdale Photos has been photographing weddings since 2019 and has been featured in The Friend Club, Rocky Mountain Bride, and The Washingtonian, and was honored as Best Washington, D.C. Wedding Photographer.
Since the very beginning, my Pappy was my person. While my parents worked, he was the one who raised me — already retired, fully present, and so intentional with his time. He poured everything he had into my sister and me. I can still picture him pulling up in his little red car, jazz playing softly through the speakers, the air filled with the smell of his favorite mints. Being with him just felt safe. It felt like home.
My grandparents’ love story is one of my favorites. My southern Pappy and my northern Grandma both ended up in Washington, D.C., and met at Reagan National Airport. My Pappy’s sister was friends with my Grandma and basically had to convince her to go on “just one date.” After that, they were inseparable — for 60 years. Sixty. Years.
For six decades, they showed us what it really looks like to grow old together. Not just the highlight reel, but the steady, everyday choosing of one another.
Now that they’ve both passed, what I have left — besides the memories in my mind.. are old boxes of photographs. I go through them more than I probably admit. They bring this overwhelming sense of comfort and closeness, like I can step back into those moments for a second. Their photos feel like home to me.
That’s why I care so deeply about what I do. Because at the end of it all, photographs are what we hold onto. They’re what tell the story. And one day, they’re what we leave behind.
One of my favorite things in the world is seeing new places, meeting new people, trying new foods, and fully immersing myself in different cultures. It never goes unnoticed how lucky I am to have a career that allows me to follow both of my passions hand in hand: travel and documenting meaningful moments.
My love for travel began in 2017 when I volunteered in Tanzania for a summer, followed by studying abroad in South Africa for a semester during college. Since then, this work has taken me all over the world — from Peru and Bali to Italy, Ireland, Croatia, Spain, Switzerland, and Austria — with so much more still ahead.
[ July ]
California
DMV (DC, MD, VA)
Scotland
[August ]
Montana
[ September ]
California
Montana
[ October ]
New York / New Jersey
California
[ November ]
New York / New Jersey
California
[ December ]
California
For July 2026, all travel fees are waived for weddings and sessions anywhere in Europe.
For 2026 and beyond, no travel fees apply for San Diego, California; Washington, D.C. and Montana.
*All travels are subject to change*
Montana
California
[ February ]
Montana
DMV (DC, MD, VA)
California
[ March ]
Tahoe
Montana
[ April ]
DMV (DC, MD, VA)
montana
Arizona
[ May ]
California
North Carolina
[ June ]
California
DMV (DC, MD, VA)
"Lexi was absolutely incredible to work with and we could not be happier that she photographed our wedding in the Italian countryside. From the very beginning, she brought such a calm, positive energy that made the entire experience feel effortless and natural. On the day of the wedding, Lexi handled everything seamlessly.
Weddings can be hectic and emotional, but she managed the flow of photos in a way that never felt intrusive or stressful. She kept us on schedule while still allowing us to fully enjoy the day, and she was always in the right place at the right time to capture the moments that mattered most.
What truly set Lexi apart was how naturally she integrated with our friends and family. Within minutes, it felt like she was just another guest celebrating with us—except she happened to be capturing the most incredible photos at the same time.Her ability to blend in allowed her to capture genuine reactions, real laughter, and the emotions of the day in such an authentic way.
If you are looking for a photographer who is talented, professional, and able to capture the true emotion of your wedding day while making everyone feel comfortable, Lexi is the absolute best. We are so grateful she was part of such an important moment in our lives."
"She is everywhere.
That's the first thing to know. She will manage to capture The Wonderful Thing Happening Right Here, even when you think she's off photographing The Other Moment of Joy Happening All The Way Over There. She bends spacetime, finding a way to do both.
The second thing: She is a world-class hang. You will no longer fear the camera. Your friends will beg her to do tequila shots at the afterparty. Your relatives will call her "charming" and "luminous," despite the fact that she runs the family-photo line with the ruthlessness of an army drill sergeant. (It will be wrapped in twenty minutes or less, which will feel like a miracle.)
The last thing: She is a prophet, and if you let her follow her visions, she will produce photos beyond imagination. She will capture your love in new and unexpected ways. She will exceed all expectations, even when you provide no reference material or shot list.
Getting married is like getting kicked in the head by a mule: You will almost certainly experience amnesia, blacking out three-quarters of your wedding day. The photos matter. It's a big responsibility, worth the investment, and there's nobody I'd trust more than Lexi Truesdale."
"It’s undeniable that the quality of Lexi’s work speaks for itself, but the pleasure of working with Lexi is something that can only be experienced.Having had the opportunity to work with her for our DC wedding, I am here to say that experience is something you cannot put a price on. Our wedding day was more memorable, intentional, and enjoyable with Lexi there as our photographer. Lexi is completely committed to her clients and she shows up not just for herself to produce a great product, but more importantly — for you.
She has this amazing gift of making you feel so beautiful, so energized, and so in the moment that you’re never worried about how the photos will turn out. I’ve been part of weddings where the photographers are on auto pilot, simply going through the motions and giving you exactly what they give everyone else and that is not how Lexi operates. She works with you well before the wedding day to understand what’s most important to you and she integrates herself seamlessly to capture the moments that matter most.
I am constantly looking back at our wedding day photos and am in awe every single time. They turned out stunning, better than I ever could have imagined.
Beyond the photos,Lexi brought so much pure joy and lightness to our day and I’m so grateful that we had the opportunity to work with Lexi and to get to know her.
She’s an incredible human inside and out and my husband and I truly cherish the memories from our wedding day with our friends and family, and of course, with Lexi. TBH — we did not have the luxury of have a huge wedding budget, but we made the choice to invest in photography and Lexi was worth every single penny and then some. Best decision ever. Thank you for everything Lexi, it was truly an honor to work with you."
