I’m Emma, but you can call me Em! Before I get to know you, here’s a little bit about me...
I’m wife to Ben and Mummy to Evie. Our puppies - Hercules and Bentley (my two editing companions) complete our family.
I’m an optimist, glass half full kinda gal. When I’m not out shooting, or in full Mum mode, you’ll find me at my laptop, coffee in hand, sporting some oversized earrings for sparkle, with the trusty puppies by my side. I’m a Canon shooter on the job, prefer film for funsies and use my trusty iPhone for everyday life. Whenever possible, as a family, we love to shoot off for a weekend of camping, anywhere there is open space and fresh air in good supply.
Taking photos thrills my heart space! Be it weddings, family portraits, newborn babies or anything people related. I love getting caught up in the details and believe it adds depth to my work as a story teller. I notice the small things: what the weather’s doing, what’s on the mantelpiece, the way your love looks at you, how they hold your hand, swing your little one round or snuggle your new tiny baby. At your wedding I’ll be able to tell you which friend laughed the loudest, hugged the hardest, or wiped a hidden tear. I won’t interrupt but will capture the quiet minute you take to read a special handwritten note from Grandma or that quick peck on the cheek before you walk down the aisle. These small moments help me capture your story and create a powerful collection of images that represent you at this time in your life.
My aim is to evoke feelings that punch you in the heart, over and over, time and time again.
Put simply, I love photos! I get so much joy from sifting back through the albums and boxes of photos that my own grandparents and parents have kept. Speaking of albums, before I was a photographer I was a graphic designer so albums are my jam. No one will take more care and precision choosing and laying out those images than me! I get excited by the quality of paper stock and the craft that goes into the construction of your album. Then celebrating when I can deliver something tangible for you to hold, treasure and share with your family in all the years to come.
Well that’s me and my approach. Now I’d love to get to know you! Tell me your story and I can document it for you. We’ll go on a photography adventure, chase the light, make some portraits, laugh, hug and high five. The result will be a collection of kick ass memories!
PHOTO CREDS TO MY AWESOMELY TALENTED FRIENDS
Top row: #1 Todd Hunter McGaw // #2 Yours Truly // #3 Stories by Ash // #4 Nicola Poole does Photography // #5 Nirav Patel
Middle row: #1 Nirav Patel // #2 Stories by Ash // #3 Todd Hunter McGaw // #5 Nirav Patel
Bottom row: #1 Jo Bartholomew // #2 Jo Bartholomew // #3 Nirav Patel // #4 Jo Bartholomew // #5 Nirav Patel