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Hey friends! Welcome to my journal. I love having a space where I can share ideas and reflect on my work. Here you'll find collections of my recent sessions, as well as tips and suggestions for styling, session preparation, & more!
June 25, 2025
If you have ever been to my studio, then it is likely that you have passed Zabriskie Pond at one point or another. This park is so close to the studio that you can walk there in less than 5 minutes! I love doing family sessions at Zabriskie Pond. Luckily for me, I have had […]
June 12, 2025
There’s nothing quite like the anticipation of the arrival of your newest addition to your family. Whether it is for the first time, second, or so on, capturing the memories of this special waiting period is worth it. Having a NJ studio maternity session is the perfect way to cherish this moment in time. For […]
May 30, 2025
Is your senior graduating this year? Are you wondering where to take graduation portraits? When most people think of graduation portraits, they think of the standard cap & gown photo, but not in today’s day and age! I received so many requests recently for senior portrait sessions – both at home or a local park […]
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March 17, 2025
As a busy mom of four, most days I feel like there aren’t enough hours in them to get things done. I know it can be stressful to juggle your children, work, personal time, or all of the above. What to expect at Emily Photography is a relaxing, full-service experience. I understand the need for […]
January 11, 2025
I am not one to say that I love the winter season, but there is something so magical about a winter family session in NJ. Family photos are not just for those warm, sunny days. I love to capture families at every stage and season of life, so it is only fitting that I capture […]
January 6, 2025
I’m not sure about you, but I believe milestone sessions in Northern NJ are so special to do. Since my children were babies, I have taken photographs of their major life milestones at every age and stage. I want to preserve their childhood for them and me! Having these memories last a lifetime is important […]
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October 25, 2024
One of the sayings I was told (and still am) as my children were growing up was “the days are long, but the years are short,” and I can’t think of a better way to describe what life in motherhood is truly like. There is a profound complexity to motherhood – it is equally wonderful […]
October 3, 2024
There’s something so special about watching little ones just be themselves—playing, laughing, and getting lost in their own world. As a northern New Jersey family photographer, I love capturing those moments where your kids are simply being kids. It’s those sweet, candid moments that you’ll treasure the most, which is why I aim to focus […]
