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Welcome! I'm a wedding photographer, wife, and mom to a sweet baby boy we call John-John.

I started this business because I believe that every couple deserves not only gorgeous images from their wedding day, but an experience that allows them to be fully present and feel absolutely incredible!

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While brainstorming for Jessica’s brand shoot, we knew that DC needed to be a strong component in one set of images. Jessica has lived in many places during her life of adventure, but in the past few years she has found her home here in Washington, DC.

Brand Shoot: Jessica Part II Monuments

U.S. Capitol Engagement | LeaAnne + Daniel

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Washington DC Family Session | Bliss Family

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This weekend, the temperature dropped here in DC. When Jade texted me earlier in the week, I was expecting her to want to reschedule due to the freezing temps. Instead, I opened the message to read, “It’s gonna be cold. I can’t contain my excitement!”

Washington, DC Monuments Engagement: Jade + Justin

Lincoln Memorial Anniversary: Carla + Max

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- kathleen

"Emily made us feel (and look!) like true supermodels! With her humor, guidance, and enthusiasm our wedding photos are more than we could have hoped for."

- catherine

"She made us feel comfortable and like our best selves throughout. We couldn't have asked for anything more! Emily is poised, professional, super friendly, and you'll probably be best friends by the time the shoot is over. "

- alexis

"Her style is the perfect mix between documentary and fine art: she captured the real candid moments while also directing us into picture-perfect poses with an eye for the details. Plus, she is so sweet!"

- jessica M.

"She clearly has an intuitive talent that is rare in any field. Nothing compares to the professionalism, warmth, care, and instinct that Emily possesses. Her photos are gorgeous no matter what!"

- jessica S.

"She captured our happiness and gave us priceless memories from a day where we have so few! She is creative, super fun, and a joy to work with."

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If you're looking for photography that is so much more than just gorgeous images, it's an experience that allows you to be fully present with the ones you love, you're in the right place.

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