HOW DO YOU FEEL?
We’re a team of wedding photographers and videographers based in La Crosse, WI, Denver, and Minneapolis — telling stories through images that are emotional, intentional, and a little bit wild. Whether you’re whispering vows in a quiet valley or dancing like no one’s watching under market lights, we’re there to capture the heart of it all.
At Boxcar, we don’t shoot for trends. We shoot for the way it felt.
OUR CLIENTS...
Dont Dip their toes in…
THEY CANNON BALL
Don’t just dance…
THEY OWN THE FLOOR
don’t chase perfection…
CHERISH THE IMPERFECTIONS.
YOU'VE PROBABLY HEARD IT....
the cake gets eaten, the dress ends up in a closet — and what’s left are the memories.
But not just memories. The way you felt.
Marriage is a threshold. A wild, beautiful turning point. And every flower you choose, every person you invite — it all means something. That’s why your photos should, too.
We’re not here to create Pinterest-perfect. We’re here to capture what’s real:
The unplanned tear. The burst of laughter. The tiny details you didn’t think anyone noticed — but we did.
Because years from now, when you look back, we want you to feel it all again.
If that resonates with you, we’d be honored to tell your story.
Elegant, Timeless, Documentation. What does that mean?
Elegant
Yes, we’ll give you those frame-worthy portraits. The kind with clean lines, great light, and just the right amount of polish. We’ll help adjust your dress, move you into soft window light, and find the angles that make you feel confident and beautiful. It’s not forced — just intentional.
Timeless
We don’t change trends — we chase moments. The kind you’ll want to revisit a decade from now. That’s why we keep our edits honest: natural color, clean black and white, and a style that feels true to the day, not to a passing fad.
Because while trends fade, real moments never do.
Documentation
We photograph moments as they happen — not manufactured, not staged. Our job is to stay present, give just enough direction to help you feel at ease, and then let the day unfold.
Because the photos you’ll love most? They won’t be from a Pinterest board.
They’ll be the ones you didn’t know you needed — a hand squeeze before the ceremony, your dad tearing up mid-speech, or that moment you stopped for smoothies and the woman behind the counter spoke the kindest words.
Those aren’t just pictures.
They’re stories.
And they’re what we’re here to preserve.
Benjamin
Owner • Lead Photographer and Videographer
Ben is in an endless pursuit of understanding himself and the people he photographs. It is the kind of journey that shapes how he sees the world and how he approaches every wedding. Ambitious, steady, wanderlust with a good amount of balance. All of it shows up in the way he works. Driven, curious, grounded, and always chasing something meaningful.
He does not enjoy surface level conversation. He likes getting into the why. The story behind the story. The thing that makes people who they are. That curiosity is what lets him capture moments that feel alive rather than staged. He listens closely, watches deeply, and builds trust without forcing it.
He is an avid traveler, always chasing new landscapes and new light. Mountains, oceans, unfamiliar cities. Anything that pushes him to grow or see differently. That same instinct shows up in his creative work. He experiments, refines, pushes himself, and never settles for the easy approach.
Ben also loves the mentorship side of the industry. Helping new photographers figure out their voice. Talking about craft, grit, storytelling, and the deeper purpose behind making images. He has built Boxcar to be a team driven by intention and authenticity, not ego.
At weddings, Ben shows up as the calm anchor who brings humor, grounded confidence, and a sense of ease. He is there to make sure your moments feel real and your experience feels supported, not staged. He works with heart and shoots with intention. Every frame, every decision, every story has weight.
Benjamin splits his time between Denver, CO and La Crosse, WI.
Kuba and Alyson
Photo + Video Duo
Kuba and Alyson are the kind of duo that feels perfectly balanced. They show up calm, steady, and ready for anything, but each brings a different spark that makes their work stand out.
Kuba
Kuba is the tech mind of the two. Analytical, sharp, and quietly hilarious in that blink-and-you-miss-it way. He’s the guy who will solve a problem before anyone else even notices it was on the horizon. His brain works like a clean blueprint, always building stable solutions, always refining. And then, out of nowhere, he’ll crack a joke that hits perfectly and lightens the entire room.
He brings structure, clarity, and that grounded presence you want on a wedding day.
Alyson
Alyson is the artist of the duo. Soft-spoken, thoughtful, and the emotional compass behind their storytelling. She has this instinctive ability to find the heartbeat of a moment and turn it into a clip that hits you right in the chest. When the highlight reel needs soul, she’s the one shaping it.
She brings warmth, softness, and that intangible artistic touch that makes their films feel alive.
Together
They’re cat parents, campers, and partners in all the best creative ways. When they work together, it feels seamless. Kuba brings the architecture. Alyson brings the emotion. Both bring the craft. And whether they’re shooting photo or video, they create work that feels honest, intentional, and beautifully human.
Kuba and Alyson live in Minneapolis, MN.
Brad
Photographer, Videographer, Father
Brad is the quiet type, but don’t let that fool you. He’s the calm presence in the room who suddenly drops a wise-crack joke that lands perfectly, usually tied to whatever is blowing up on social media that week. It’s subtle, but always dead on. Classic enneagram 9 energy in the best way. Steady, thoughtful, and tuned in.
He’s calculated in how he approaches his work. Brad is always massaging ideas in the background, refining them, shaping them, letting them simmer until they’re sharp. When he shoots, that shows up as a patient eye and a knack for catching the genuine moments without ever forcing anything.
He’s also a dad, and it comes through every time he picks up his camera. If there are kids at a wedding, Brad is already crouched down at their level, catching the laughs, the chaos, the sweetness. And when he’s not shooting weddings, he’s either on the golf course, gaming, or finding something new to get quietly competitive about.
Brad brings calm, humor, and a sense of realness that rounds out the team beautifully.
Brad is located in the Midwest in La Crosse, WI.
Troy
Photographer, Videographer
Troy walks into a wedding day with an almost unreal sense of calm. Cool, steady, collected. The kind of presence that instantly makes everyone else feel a little more grounded. He’s focused, driven, and quietly competitive in all the best ways, but he carries it with a softness that puts people at ease.
He’s a father, a singer, a pianist, and a pickleball player, which might sound like an unexpected mix, but it all blends into who he is. Music gives him rhythm and intuition. Fatherhood gives him patience and depth. Pickleball keeps him playful and sharp. Together, it creates someone who can read a room instantly and move with intention.
When Troy shoots, he pays attention to the subtle energy of a moment. The quiet breath before someone tears up. The soft exchange between parents. The rhythm of a day as it naturally unfolds. He never overwhelms the space. He supports it.
Troy brings ease, quiet confidence, and a steady creative hand to every wedding he’s part of.
Troy is based in Denver, CO.
Nick
Photographer and Videographer
Nick shows up with energy. He’s the hype man, the momentum builder, the guy who can pull anyone out of their shell with a joke or a spark of encouragement. But the thing that grounds all that charisma is how real he is. Authenticity isn’t something he tries to do. It’s the way he operates. If it doesn’t feel organic, he won’t force it.
He comes from the world of TV production, and it shows in how he shoots. He thinks in scenes, pacing, rhythm, story arcs. He anticipates moments and builds space for them to unfold naturally. His work has that mix of intention and spontaneity that feels alive.
Nick lives in Dallas now, carrying Nashville roots with him. Southern hospitality, big heart, big energy. He’s a father of twins, and you can see how much he loves it. Being a dad reshaped his whole sense of purpose. Family moments hit him deeper, and he captures them with a kind of reverence that only comes from living it.
Sundays are church, rest, and time with the people he loves. His wife is a nurse and his partner in both life and business, and together they’ve created something built on care, faith, and community.
Off the clock, he’s probably trying a new restaurant, planning his next trip, or diving into something fun with full enthusiasm. Foodie, explorer, natural connector.
Nick brings warmth, hype, and heart to every wedding, making the entire experience feel energized and genuine.
Nick splits his time between Dallas, TX and Nashville, TN.
Olivia
Photographer, Videographer, Content Creator
Olivia is the quiet one in the room right up until she hits you with a perfectly timed zinger that makes everyone stop and laugh. That’s her magic. She feels like a sleeper at first glance, but behind those calm eyes is someone who locks onto the deeper story and doesn’t let go until she pulls out something honest and real.
She’s got that relentless streak too. Whether she’s chasing a new pole-vaulting record, grinding through gymnastics, or aiming toward her long-term dream of becoming a nurse, she pours herself into whatever she decides matters. She’s adventurous, curious, and drawn to anything fresh and new. Travel is her fuel.
When she shoots, she notices the small, quiet truths. The tiny hand squeeze, the breath before a kiss, the moment nobody else saw. She’s steady, understated, and low key brilliant at pulling emotion out of stillness.
Olivia is in the Midwest
Emma Lee
Photographer, Videographer, Content Creator
Emma Lee is the front woman. The one who can walk into a room and instantly bring everyone together. She’s talkative, warm, and naturally magnetic. People feel understood around her, and she brings that same energy into every shoot.
She’s got two fires burning at once: the future nurse who wants to take care of people, and the creative who loves hair and makeup and turning a look into something that feels like someone’s best self. On top of that, she already grinds like someone twice her age. She stepped into management early, adapts fast, and doesn’t hesitate to take charge when the moment needs it.
She’s a girls girl, a hype-woman, and a teammate who makes everyone feel like they belong. When she shoots, she lifts the room, sharpens the vibe, and makes the whole experience feel easier.
Emma Lee is in the Midwest
WHO ARE WE
We’re a collective of photographers and filmmakers brought together by a shared love for honest storytelling and human connection.
They say, “If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together.” We took that to heart.
What began as individual journeys has grown into a team — one built on trust, respect, and the kind of creative energy that pushes each of us further. We show up for each couple like it’s our own story on the line. Whether you’re exchanging vows on a windy mountaintop or slow dancing under market lights in your grandparents’ backyard — we’re there.
We’re not here to stage perfect photos. We’re here to help you feel your day again — every time you look back.
We’re all hybrid shooters — meaning we document your wedding day in both photo and video, seamlessly. From intimate elopements to multi-day celebrations, bar mitzvahs to backyard dinners — we’ve done it all. And no matter what your day looks like, we’re here to document it with clarity, care, and creativity.
OUR GOAL
It’s simple: we want to make you feel something.
We chase those “wow” moments — not because they’re over-the-top, but because they’re real. The kind you frame. The kind that hit you in the chest when you’re brushing your teeth a decade from now and glance at that photo on the wall and think, “Damn, I love my partner.”
We’re all in — and we work best with couples who are too
From Ben
I’ve been photographing weddings for over 15 years — and I still tear up during vows.
My job isn’t just to document your day. It’s to feel it with you — then preserve that feeling forever.
I created this collective to make sure you get more than a gallery. You get a team that gives a damn.