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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!
November 16, 2025
There’s something so dreamy about a maternity session outside, specifically at the Ramapo Reservation in Mahwah, NJ. This location is one of my favorite spots for all types of sessions! Why? Because it has so many different areas to shoot! The natural backdrops at this county park are endless and it allows me and my […]
September 12, 2025
Over the years, I have been so lucky to have consistent clients coming to me for their newborn and family sessions. It’s an absolute joy seeing so many families expand year after year. It’s also so rewarding to see how much your children have grown since the newborn stage. Working together through the years as […]
August 3, 2025
The Emily Photography studio is always ready for capturing your family memories. I provide everything from props and accessories, to diapers and refreshments! There’s not much you need to worry about when you have a session with me, but here are some reminders & tips in preparing for a studio newborn session! Visit Prior to […]
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 14, 2025
Are you always trying to decide what to wear to a session? Don’t know what to dress your family in either? Planning your outfits can be a daunting task – I get it. I am here to help! I love a good styled family session, where you do not have to do any of the […]
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 […]
May 8, 2025
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 30, 2025
Have you been accumulating tons of photos of your kids, but just never got around to creating anything with them? Whether you lack the time or motivation to get creative, or you are simply stuck on what to do with your family photos, I see you. At times, I have BEEN you! As parents, life […]
