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Hey! I'm Emily. I've always had equal passions for people and art, so much so that I received certifications in photography and degrees in social work. Capturing family memories is the best of both worlds! I'd love to be a part of your story.
February 12, 2025
As a family photographer, it is important for me to be flexible because let’s be real – life doesn’t always go as planned. Sometimes we need to adjust accordingly. That is why I love having the best of both worlds as my backdrop – my studio and the great outdoors. Sometimes the weather doesn’t cooperate […]
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 11, 2025
I am a photographer of all things natural and organic, which is why I am THE biggest fan of outdoor sessions in Northern NJ. I can’t think of anything more natural than nature itself! Being outdoors allows me to capture real moments of families interacting with one another. This brings so much more life to […]
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November 15, 2024
There is nothing like the smell of salty air and warm sand between your toes. A family beach session in NJ is exactly my cup of tea! Between watching the foamy waves hitting the shoreline and the gorgeously glowing sunsets, the beach is one of my favorite places to be! Not only do I love […]
November 4, 2024
There is nothing more rejuvenating than starting to feel that crisp cool air and seeing the changing colors of the leaves. A fall family session in Bergen County NJ is one of my favorites because of the beautiful canvas nature provides. The foliage is gorgeous in photographs and makes the perfect backdrop for any kind […]
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 […]
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October 3, 2024
There’s nothing quite like capturing the real, raw moments of childhood. Those playful, unposed moments where your family is just being themselves—happy, carefree, and full of love. That’s exactly what I aim for during every Bergen County NJ Park family session, because I believe the best photos are the ones that show your family as […]
October 3, 2024
One of the biggest questions I get from clients before their session is: “What should we wear?” and I get it—deciding on outfits for a photo session can be stressful. That’s why I’m excited to offer a full studio wardrobe of dresses in a variety of sizes for mamas, and a handful of options for […]
