03/17/2026
Hi Lovlies,
I want to take a moment to speak openly and honestly with all of my clients and followers.
Over the past few months, my communication has not been what it should have been, and for that, I sincerely apologize. As a business owner, it is my responsibility to keep my clients informed, and I take full accountability for the times I fall short.
Recently, I found out that I am unexpectedly expecting, which is an incredible blessing but it has come with a lot of added health issues on top of POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome) and other underlying illnesses I have been in and out of the doctor's office trying to diagnose. Along with severe pregnancy sickness, which has left me extremely ill for much of the last few months, I’ve been in a lot of pain, many days filled with vomiting, dizziness, and being bedridden. I had sporadic bleeding during this time and was extremely worried about miscarrying, and it greatly affected not only my physical health but my mental health as well.
While this explains the lack of communication, I want to be clear that it is not meant as an excuse. My clients always deserve better communication from me, and I am deeply sorry for the frustration that I may have caused by not being able to promptly respond in the manner my clients deserved. I have spoken or emailed you each directly, but I need to make a public statement as well.
I also want to address something directly because things are being said about me online not from clients but others: I am not a scam artist, nor would I ever not deliver a gallery. I am not someone who ever wants to mislead anyone, hurt anyone, or take advantage of anyone. I care deeply about my clients and my work. Chronic illness on a daily basis and pregnancy affect everybody differently, and unfortunately, this combination has taken a significant toll on me in ways I never expected, and I genuinely wish the circumstances were different.
Because of these recent events and the reality of what my body is able to handle right now, Moss and Elder Photography will be moving in a different direction for the time being. For the foreseeable future, I will not be taking on any more large weddings or events for this year. I am fully committed to the ones on my books for 2026, so this decision does not affect those weddings, as I’ve kept my workload light per month, knowing that I will need to make this shift into 2026. 2-3 Large weddings a month, and the editing that comes along with it requires a workload and level of physical and mental demand that I simply cannot commit to right now, especially during pregnancy and the postpartum period.
While we are excited for our new little one, this decision was not made lightly. In fact I am deeply saddened that I need to go this direction because I am struggling, but I would rather be honest about my current limitations than risk disappointing anyone with deliverables I may struggle to complete during this season of life.
The good news is that I am now in my second trimester, and I am finally starting to regain some strength and stability, getting back to my baseline. I am actively working on resolving any outstanding concerns and issues, catching up where I fell behind, and making things right wherever possible. I completely understand why delays and silence would be upsetting, and I truly appreciate your kindness and patience while I work through everything.
To those who have shown empathy and understanding during this time, thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your support means more to me than you know.
There will be more updates soon as I continue moving forward.
With Love,
Ali
