Harsh light is something I used to be afraid of as a photographer. "OH crap, there is NO SHADE? WHAT AM I GOING TO DO?" Then I surprised myself time and time again with just how much I love harsh light. I'd honestly be lying if I didn't admit that it used to terrify me but...
Read MoreI don't even really know where to start with this post... I could probably type for DAYS but I'm going to try and keep it as simple as possible (no promises, haha!) Basically if you've followed me for awhile, you know that this week I was supposed to be here in California...
Read MoreWhen I decided to start my own business and take that business full time I thought that maintaining a nice work & life balance would be a breeze. I fantasized about waking up at the crack of dawn before the baby, sipping on espresso and answering emails...
Read MoreIt's no secret that I'm passionate about website design and standing out online and I've learned a thing (or ten) along the way! It's also no secret that having a website serves as a portal for so many opportunities. Many of those opportunities are missed...
Read MoreAs a photographer, website designer, and educator, I have several facets of my business that require time and organization. When I found Honeybook, I knew that my life and business would completely change for the better, I just didn't know how much just yet!
Read MoreOh burnout... I wish you didn't exist. But you do, so I think it's time to talk about it. I want to talk about it especially as yet another year is coming to an end (almost - we still have some time left!) 'Burnout' is a word we often hear in the creative community...
Read MoreI'm fired up about this post today, friends! I love talking about website design and lately I've found the extra drive to want to TALK about why it might be time to hire a website designer because I think this topic isn't discussed enough. At least not in the photography community.
Read MoreI couldn't think of a better time to write this post while everything is fresh in my mind on what I've learned venturing into the world of wedding photography. I want to share five things I have learned that helped me not only become a better photographer...
Read MoreIn this past week I've been asked over five times something that goes like this, "Emma! How do I start a blog? Can you help me? I love your blog!" In an effort to be more present with my daughter and clients, I started compiling a list of questions that I'm commonly...
Read MoreRecently, I've been in front of other peoples cameras quite a bit! From my first one day workshop in Seabrook, to my big two day workshop here in South Bend! It's been a blast and I honestly love any opportunity to get pictures of myself for my brand and business.
Read MoreIt's no secret or surprise that getting your pictures taken can sometimes be uncomfortable. I have been doing this long enough to know that even I can get a little flustered when I'm on the other side of the lens! However, I'm also learning that there are...
Read MoreThere has been this back and forth with myself on whether or not I will use my blog as a place to share personal pictures. I share personal "stuff" over on my business blog, but I haven't ever posted my own personal work with my photography.
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