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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! 

March 17, 2025

Restaurants Near NJ Photoshoot Locations

While I serve many Bergen County families here in NJ, I often get clients that are not as local to this area. I don’t know about you, but when I go to an unfamiliar place, I like to know my bearings and see what else I can find in the area – especially food! There […]

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

Senior Portait Sessions in NJ

As a photographer, I am all about capturing important milestones in moments in your life – at any age or stage. Senior portrait sessions in NJ are among the sessions I love to be a part of. It’s such a precious time of celebrating accomplishments as well as new beginnings for that special graduate in […]

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 11, 2025

Winter Family Session in NJ

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

Outdoor Sessions in Northern NJ

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 […]

November 15, 2024

Family Beach Session in NJ

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 7, 2024

Newborn Studio Session in Wyckoff NJ

I always look forward to newborn sessions in my Wyckoff NJ natural light studio. The Emily Photography studio is my happy place! Stocked with a variety of newborn photo session props from blankets and swaddles to clothing and bows – I’ve got you covered! I happily provide my clients with options to choose from so […]