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This is where stories come to life — through heartfelt conversations on the Breaking Joy podcast and the incredible moments I’ve captured with my amazing clients. From the connections that inspire us to the work that fuels my heart, this space is all about celebrating life’s raw beauty and genuine joy. Grab your favorite cozy spot, and let’s dive into the magic!

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emy here! i have been able to capture this sweet family and all their precious moments for going on four years or so – i am so thankful i am able to grow with my people <3 i just love them SO MUCH – i hope you all are having a blast out in California!!

associate session: raines family | smithfield, virginia

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I think one of the most popular ‘business’ questions I get asked is…. ‘how do I go full time..’ It’s scary… to want to pursue a dream.. especially when that dream means changing your life around in order to achieve it. Trust me… I know. Not only is leaving a job hard… but leaving a […]

how i went full time in photography

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when your hometown peoples make the drive to the OBX for a date night… your heart is happy!!! love y’all so much — thank y’all so much for making the drive and spending time with me it still blows my mind that way back in the day i photographed lizzy’s senior portraits and now she’s […]

lizzy + jacob date night session | nags head, nc

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for those of you who are running a small business or have a dream to — there are a couple things you’re going to have to work through in order to build a solid foundation that will help support the duration of your business… without a solid foundation, the risk of your business crumbling is […]

building the foundation for your business

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Associate Emy met up with Shana + Chris in Surry, VA for their maternity session and Emy said it was like they were old friends!! These two were SOOOO sweet to each other.. with all their little smirks and giggles!! Sweet baby girl is SO loved!! Shana + Chris we are very happy for you […]

associate session: shana + chris maternity session | surry, va

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If you ask anyone that knows me – they’ll likely all tell you the same thing… that I love learning and understanding both myself and others… Understanding emotions — thoughts — actions and uncovering what our own unique gifts are. All of these things help make up our story and define our ‘voice’. I believe […]

5 ways to help you define your gifts

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ohhhhh lindsay of Cut Curl Or Dye!!! she’s a freaking knockout!!! always love my time with this beautiful and sweet lady!!! HAIR + MAKEUP | Markia Nicole – MUA / Hair Stylist

lindsay beauty session | smithfield, virginia

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10 things your wedding photographer wished you knew 1) your wedding photographer doesn’t need a ‘traditional’ shot list that includes: first kiss, walk down the aisle, etc etc. i would venture to say that if anyone is charging to photograph your wedding, they SHOULD already know the aspects of a wedding that need to be […]

10 things wedding photographers wished you knew

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emy here! i got the chance to photograph this sweet family back in october.. and y’all they just melt my heart just by being in their presence! there is SO much love between them.. you can just feel the presence of God with them <3 i actually grew up with sarai playing softball with my […]

associate session: the meador family | franklin, virginia

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the longer i’m in business – the more in awe i am of how amazing it is we get to play a small role in someone’s wedding day… it’s such a gift and that is never lost on me… our couples are SO kind and sweet — they’re more focused on their marriage than they […]

a look at last year…..

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