SAN LUIS OBISPO PHOTOGRAPHER

WEDDING | NEWBORN | FAMILY | BRANDING

Hey there new friend! I'm Emily, a newborn, family & wedding photographer serving San Luis Obispo, CA and beyond. I hope you enjoy viewing my recent work, passion projects and adventures, along with some great resources for finding a photographer and making the most of your session!  

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Every time I have a new client, someone I’ve never met in real life, let alone photographed, I get a little nervous. I’m an introvert naturally, and I always want to not only to deliver great images for my clients, but also so make sure the experience is enjoyable! My goal for every session is […]

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This Atascadero maternity photography session was my first official post-COVID session. What a world we live in now. I’m so grateful for clients who trust me to capture these special moments in their lives, even with everything going on around us. The golden hills and rolling oak trees were the perfect backdrop for this summertime Atascadero […]

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This sun-filled San Luis Obispo Motherhood photography session was the perfect opportunity to celebrate the memories we create with our children.

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This Santa Margarita fall family photography session features an iconic downtown and breathtaking views from local Cuesta Ridge.

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I hear it all the time… “My kids are wild, there is no way we can get photos done” or “I don’t think my kids will sit still long enough for you to get a good shot, is it still worth it?” Mama, you are not alone! If there is one thing you learn real […]

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As a Central Coast senior photographer, there is never a shortage of beautiful locations to choose from. But one of my favorite spots is Hearst Memorial Beach. Every time we visit I fall more in love. So I was even more excited when my cousin wanted to come down for the weekend and do her […]

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I can’t believe I have never used glitter during a session before… it was SO much fun!!! What girl doesn’t like glitter?? Carrie is a local Lularoe retailer and she wanted to do a session with her daughter Cadence and her daughter’s best friend, Audrey. Despite a grey day here on the central coast, we […]

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Photographing babies is seriously the best. It is challenging and rewarding and so full of expressions. They are curious little creatures and I just love watching how they learn. Everything is new and beautiful. We had to contend with icy winds, lack of a good nap and a wild thing big brother but that just […]

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I love when sessions are full of laughter and families playing together. Even when it’s January and it’s freezing outside. I had a lot of fun hanging out with this sweet family. Jessica and Kyle are high school sweethearts and their son Casler is too cute for words. This blog post is ginormous and I’m […]

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Having friends who also trust you to capture precious and fleeting moments of their family together is such an honor. These guys are near and dear to my heart and I am so thankful for them!! This blog post may be one of my biggest and I can’t really say I mind!! Charlie, Jen and Riley […]

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