Heart over everything. That’s what I live by, and what carries into every aspect of my work.

I’ve always been drawn to things that feel lived in. Old photo albums, scrapbooks, paintings, anything that holds memory and feeling in a way that isn’t forced. I’ve found that’s why I care so much about the way moments are documented, not just how they look, but how they’re remembered.

I’m someone who notices a lot. The in-between, the small shifts, the way people move toward each other without thinking about it. That’s what sticks with me, and it’s what naturally shapes the way I photograph.

I photographed my first wedding when I was 14 and never really looked back. I care deeply about the people I work with and the stories I’m trusted with. This isn’t something I take lightly, and I would be so pumped to celebrate you and the love of your life.

Outside of weddings, you can usually find me painting, rock climbing, finishing my degree in education, or singing along to a jazz record while cooking up something new. Midwest born and grown, I’m still exploring the corners of New England, usually with a matcha in hand.

Thank you for being here. I’d love to get in touch and hear all about your plans and your love.

-EMP