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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! 

August 3, 2025

Home Newborn & Family Session

There is nothing more sentimental than bringing your new baby home. The place where they will learn and grow through each milestone deserves to be encapsulated in time. I think it’s so special to capture your baby in their space so you can remember them in your home exactly as they are. This is why […]

June 12, 2025

NJ Studio Maternity Session

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 8, 2025

Newborn Lifestyle Session in NJ

The tender, emotion-filled moment of coming home for the very first time with your baby is something you will always remember. It almost feels more official than the date you actually gave birth! It’s the start of your new journey of parenthood in your happy place. This stage of your life is so special and […]

March 17, 2025

What to Expect at Emily Photography

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 […]

February 23, 2025

Best Time to Book Maternity Sessions in NJ

I love capturing the essence of motherhood at every stage, including pregnancy. It is such a magical time of wondering who that little being inside of you is going to be. Capturing the beauty of pregnancy and what a woman’s body can create is magic in itself. The best time to book maternity sessions is […]

February 12, 2025

Studio & Outdoor Combination Session

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 19, 2025

Celebration of Motherhood

Being a mom of four and a photographer of so many families year after year has been such a blessing!!! Because my own journey of motherhood has been my driving force, and because I am passionate about getting moms in front of the camera with their kids, I enjoy hosting a Celebration of Motherhood event […]