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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!! Can I be honest.. black and white photos are some of my all time FAVORITES — and Ashley & Mike look AMAZING in this classic look!! These two met in the Navy – so it was only fitting we did their engagements in Norfolk… Freemason district is stunning and of course we had […]

associate session: ashley + mike engagement | norfolk, virginia

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amanda + sean — we are so incredibly happy for you two! we may have only been there for a ‘short’ amount of time BUT it was certainly PACKED with so much love, laughter, tears AND FUN!! we love you two!!! <3 associate photog | Emily second shooter | Sandy shooting assistant | Katie venue | Celebrations at […]

associate wedding: amanda + sean celebrations at the reservoir wedding | moseley, virginia

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danny + leanne — you two bring the heat AND the laughs!!! i love it and loved my time with y’all!!! the wedding will be here before we know it!!! CANT WAIT!!!  HAIR | Anywhere Beauty by Shae MAKEUP | Your Best Face by Susanne

leanne + danny windsor castle park engagement session | smithfield, virginia

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family

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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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personal

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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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love sessions

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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 photographers

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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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headshots

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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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