Hey, I’m Alex!

Your Wedding, Portrait and Special Events Photographer proudly based in Vancouver, Canada

THIS IS MY REVOLUTION

I don’t just make photos—I bear witness.

To love.

To history.

To the fleeting seconds that shape forever. If my work moves you, know this—I’m already invested.

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Thank you for visiting my space today—I'm genuinely delighted you're here.

Your time means a lot, and I appreciate you sharing it with me.

I was born in England, but many years ago, started a new chapter by immigrating to Canada. With a Filipino mother and a British father, my photography tells the story of my multicultural roots and the fascinating blend of traditions and experiences that have shaped my perspective. My beautiful wife, Michelle, has been my partner in this adventure, and we recently welcomed our precious daughter, Amaia, into the world.

Each click of my camera is a snapshot of my journey, a visual tale of life's beautiful tapestry.

I aspire to go beyond capturing just poses or moments on your special day. My focus is on encapsulating the profound emotions that define those moments. I want to make galleries that take viewers right to the heart of your story. 

I am dedicated to seizing authentic moments, embracing organic encounters, and crafting dynamic narratives.

Photography, for me, is a journey into the art of slowing down to savour life's grand events and subtle nuances. The camera has evolved into my instrument for understanding diverse human experiences.

At my core, I am a guardian of memories and personal history. I have the privilege of participating in sacred moments and sharing them in my own honest, organic way.

I would be honoured to capture your day, as the stories within the story unravel, and priceless moments for generations to cherish are immortalized.

my process

Alex Townsend Photography, Vancouver wedding photographer, crafts intimate storytelling - Through candid, authentic, compelling, cinematic, editorial, emotional and documentary moments
Best documentary wedding photographer in Vancouver

An anthology of my charming idiosyncrasies


  • I’m not weird; I’m a limited edition ;)

  • I’ll spend 30 minutes picking a movie, then fall asleep in the first 10 minutes.

  • Michelle and I are the ultimate travel duo. She’s the planner, I’m the dreamer, and together we’ve turned getting lost into an art form. Our arguments over map directions are basically a love language.

  • Amaia is our tiny, chaotic masterpiece. Equal parts adorable, hilariously silly, and deeply committed to making sure I never sit down for too long. We’re raising a tiny adventurer curious about everything and everyone, and honestly, we couldn’t be prouder.

  • My family photos are a mix of chaos and love. Michelle’s always mid-laugh, Amaia’s usually making a silly face, and I’m just there trying to capture it all before the moment slips away.

  • I’ve learned that the best souvenirs are the stories. That time we got caught in a rainstorm in Australia? The night we danced until sunrise in Samoa? Those are the memories I treasure most.

  • At the end of the day, I’m just a curious soul with a big heart and a suitcase full of dreams. Whether I’m exploring a new city, dancing at a concert, or laughing with my family, I’m always chasing the magic of connection—and finding it in the most unexpected places.

  • My brain is 80% creative genius, 20% “Where are my keys?”

  • I’m the Marie Kondo of vintage treasures, except instead of sparking joy, I spark chaos with my ever-growing collection of film cameras, vinyl records, rare design books, vintage art prints, or quirky trinkets, I can find beauty in anything and everything.

  • My travel bucket list is longer than a grocery store receipt, and I’ve somehow managed to turn every trip into a scavenger hunt for the quirkiest local thrift stores. My suitcase is 50% clothes, 50% “I swear this vintage lamp will look amazing in our living room.

  • I’m not addicted to coffee; we’re just in a committed relationship.

  • I’m obsessed with the way people live their lives. From the way a grandmother in Italy rolls pasta dough to the way a fisherman in Thailand mends his nets, I’m endlessly fascinated by the small, beautiful details of everyday life.

  • I’ll drop everything for a sunset, a good playlist, or free snacks.

  • If there’s a shortcut to happiness, I’m definitely taking it—just not the one everyone else takes.

  • I’m excellent at keeping my plants alive... mostly by accident.

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