For The Way It Felt
The stillness before everything begins. The familiar comfort of hands finding each other. Laughter carried on warm air. The weight of the moment settling in. Light shifting, voices breaking. The way a wedding day feels is fleeting — and worth remembering.
the Experience
I believe the most meaningful photographs come from moments that are felt, not staged. When you’re fully present — connected to each other, grounded in the day — your story unfolds with an ease that can’t be directed. That’s why I take the time to truly know my couples before the wedding day: your rhythm, your values, the way you move through the world together. Trust creates space for honesty, and honesty is where the most enduring images live.
Presence Over Performance
My philosophy
I document weddings with care and restraint, creating timeless, personal imagery.
I approach photography as a way of preserving what is truly meaningful. I work with couples who value intention over performance, whose wedding day is grounded in their story rather than spectacle. Through an artful, observant eye and respect for personal nuance, I document celebrations with care and consistency—creating images that feel deeply lived.
I take an observant, unobtrusive approach, letting your day unfold naturally. I focus on the moments that tell your story—quiet glances, genuine laughter, and the small details that make your celebration uniquely yours. The result is a visual record that feels thoughtful, authentic, and true to your day.
My approach
the Collections
Starting at $5,500
From your first conversation to the final farewell, our Full Planning & Design experience offers complete, end-to-end support. We guide you through every decision with clarity and intention — shaping your overall vision, curating your vendor team, building timelines, designing every aesthetic detail, and managing every moment of your wedding weekend.
About
Starting at $3,500
This service is best for couples who have secured their venue and a few key vendors, and are looking for a 6–9 month partnership to complete their vision with professional support.
who's it for
For couples who have begun planning but want a trusted expert to refine the details and bring everything together, Partial Planning offers the perfect balance of guidance and flexibility. We step in to elevate your design direction, strengthen your vendor team, organize logistics, and ensure your plans feel cohesive and seamless.
About
Starting at $550
Perfect for couples who feel confident in their planning but want the peace of mind that comes with expert oversight and day-of management — allowing you to be fully present, knowing everything is handled with care.
who's it for
Month-Of Coordination is for couples who have planned the key elements of their wedding and want a professional team to step in during the final stretch. Over the last 6–8 weeks, we finalize timelines, confirm vendors, organize logistics, and ensure every detail is aligned for a seamless celebration.
About
Natalie & Ryan
Charlottesville, Virginia — 2025
“She prioritized us enjoying the day and being in the moment while still capturing all of the necessary shots and photos. [Emily] really does make the photos feel like an added bonus to an amazing day without taking anything away from enjoying the moment. It’s just like hanging out with a friend who owns a camera and then you get the finished product and they exceed expectations!!"
Bekah & Jaime
Charlottesville, virginia — 2025
“Emily is incredible!!! From our engagement session to our wedding day, she made us feel confident and natural. She was a breeze to work with and captured all the photos we could ever want while staying ahead of schedule. Above all, Emily is a genuine person with a radiant personality which is just the energy you need on your big day."
Shannon & Ben
Charlottesville, Virginia — 2025
“Emily is a great photographer and will capture your day with expertise and ease. She will fit in and you won’t even know she’s there till you get the photos back. The photos really tell the perfect story of our day, sunny, a lil rain and finally a sunset and dancing to wrap things up! Emily was so calm and collected throughout the day and captured our day perfectly!"
Shenandoah National Park, Virginia
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Charlottesville, virginia
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Let's create timeless photographs that you'll treasure as much as the moments themselves.
Every love story deserves to be preserved beautifully.
