You’re getting married in Upstate NY, you say?
You deserve a photographer who sees the soul behind your wedding day.
Surrounded by deep emerald forests, rolling hills that are blanketed in lush greenery, wild and mesmerizing waterfalls, and glistening Finger Lakes that catch the ever-changing sky, a wedding in Upstate NY is the epitome of timeless and rich with natural beauty and a quiet type of grandeur.
I’m here to honor both, and to help tell the story you’ll always come back to.
You are curating a wedding that is fun, fancy, and deeply personal to you—but since
your tribe is so important to you, you are designing a wedding experience that is also laid
back, fosters a deep sense of community, and is aimed at being a revitalizing retreat for
you and your guests—one that lives on far beyond your actual wedding day.
The key to honoring this legacy?
Imagery that tells a story.
This day is all about you—but
I know it’s also about your people.
Meet Your Upstate NY Wedding Photographer:
Hi, I’m Emilee!
Hi, I’m Emilee! I’m a wedding photographer based in the Finger Lakes region who has been photographing weddings for 10+ years! I’m so passionate about wedding photography because connecting with my couples to create high-impact, artful imagery is baaaaasically my bread and butter! I’m a bright-eyed and bushy-tailed kind of gal who loves building a friendship with you and using it as our foundation for creating relaxed, authentic imagery! I genuinely care about each of my couples and feel honored to celebrate marriage through storytelling!
FUN FACTS:
I’m a Mama to 3 wild little boys
I love being outside, including running, and actually just ran my first half marathon!
My hubs and I are huge DIY home remodelers, and have been renovating our house since… well, what feels like forever!
Let’s go Mets! #Lindor4Life
I love baking and know our chocolate chip cookie recipe by heart (if that tells you anything)
Settlers of Catan? Literally, don’t mess.
The Photographer Who Feels Like Part Of The Crew…
Vibing with wedding squads since 2019 — parents, bridal parties, and wildcard relatives, too!
I believe your wedding should feel easy, joyful, and completely you — and that means surrounding yourself with people who just get you. I naturally blend in with your people, whether it’s joking with your wedding party, calming pre-ceremony nerves, or jumping in to help with whatever’s needed. You won’t have to worry about posing, directing, or keeping everyone in line — I'll be right there to read the room, make the whole day run smoother, and create timeless imagery that will last a lifetime!
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I believe that love is so much more than a feeling.
I can hear the soundtrack of your wedding – the soft sobs during your first look, your hushed voice whispering, “I do,” and your band lowkey dropping those beats – but all of these fleeting moments will quickly pass without a photographer who sees you, vibes with you, and cultivates a down-to-earth environment for making art!
When emotions are soaring, the dance floor is pulsing, and your grandpa is absolutely shredding the dance floor, you need a photographer who will not only create images that feel like magic, but will make both you and your family remember the nostalgia of your wedding.
You need a hype girl to get you in the right headspace, a wedding coach to guide you into the absolute best photos, and a friend that will move you to cherish absolutely every second of your day.
Why my faith is the heartbeat of my approach to wedding photography…
I genuinely love wedding photography and celebrating marriage, and that’s largely inspired by my faith!! I believe that love is so much more than a feeling and that marriage actually points to something cosmic, something eternal – that is, the deep love of Jesus Christ! Designed by God to be a picture of the Gospel, marriage is an echo of His sacrificial love and redemption plan for all humanity!
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“She brings a genuine depth of thought, care, and passion to her clients, and we always felt like we were in the best of hands.”
Emilee was wonderful to work with as our wedding photographer. She gets to know her clients and what they are looking for, makes the right calls and recommendations, and builds fantastic trust. As for the product and service - well, it’s unmatched. The images she delivered are just GORGEOUS. We knew we wanted to work with her the first time we browsed her work on her website because she captures the mood and aesthetic we were looking for so naturally, and she delivered on that in both our engagement and wedding photos. We can’t wait for the album to get here, and would absolutely recommend and work with her again for any Finger Lakes photography needs.
— Anna and Matt
If you've ever said...
If you've ever said...
“I feel uncomfortable in front of the camera,”
Then you’ve found the right photographer! Goodbye, stiff poses!
My philosophy for wedding and engagement photography comes alive through a laid-back, down-to-earth approach! I’m a big fan of making you feel relaxed and at ease so that your photoshoot translates to warm, joyful, and fun images! Let’s ditch the fake, rigid poses and lean into all the thoughtful prompts, helpful coaching (think of me more as a movie director on-set!) and allllll the encouragement (cause let’s be real, I tend to get a little giddy behind the camera)!
It is my goal (and low key, secret sauce) to get your feeling relaxed and yourself in front of the camera!
I know this can be intimidating— but trust me when I say that a rich friendship, paired with interactive prompts, a little bit of music, and some encouragement will get you in the zone!
MY PHILOSOPHY
FRIENDSHIP
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The thing about my approach to wedding photography is that I truly care about you! It’s not just about showing up with a camera—it’s about showing up with my heart in hand. It’s my desire to get to know you, tell your love story in a way that feels honest and meaningful, and celebrate your marriage through joyful, artful, emotion-rich imagery. That kind of storytelling only happens when there’s a real connection between us, one in which we feel comfortable with each other! Helping you feel relaxed, present, and completely yourself? That’s kinda my speciality, and when you’re having fun? The magic unfolds naturally, allowing us to create authentic, personality-driven imagery!
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This foundation of friendship translates not just into your imagery, but into your entire wedding experience. Think of me as an honorary member of your inner circle—camera in hand, fully tuned in. I’m not just there to take photos. I’m there to make your day easier, lighter, and more relaxed. I bring a comfortability to your day that enables me to instantly click with your bridal parties, charm your parents and grandparents, and yes—even deal with Aunt Karen and her strong opinions about the seating chart. From hyping up your crew to stepping in when something needs a quick fix, I ease into the rhythm of the day and help keep things flowing naturally. You get to be fully present, and camera in hand, I’ll handle the rest!
TIMELESSNESS
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To me, wedding photography is so much more than documenting pretty details or perfect poses—it’s about honoring the soul of your day and the very essence of your marriage. The way your grandmother clasps your hands with quiet pride, the glances between your parents when they think no one’s looking, how your best friend tears up during your vows. These are the unscripted, in-between moments that are full of history, heart, and meaning, and allow me to craft a living, breathing narrative of your day that feels timeless. I see your wedding not just as an event, but as a story unfolding, and I photograph it with the reverence and intention it deserves. Because years from now, when you look back, I want you to feel it all again.
“She brings a genuine depth of thought, care, and passion to her clients, and we always felt like we were in the best of hands.”
Emilee was wonderful to work with as our wedding photographer. She gets to know her clients and what they are looking for, makes the right calls and recommendations, and builds fantastic trust. As for the product and service - well, it’s unmatched. The images she delivered are just GORGEOUS. We knew we wanted to work with her the first time we browsed her work on her website because she captures the mood and aesthetic we were looking for so naturally, and she delivered on that in both our engagement and wedding photos. We can’t wait for the album to get here, and would absolutely recommend and work with her again for any Finger Lakes photography needs.
— Anna and Matt
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This is the bottom line:
The memories of your wedding will come and go more quickly than the dessert buffet (cause let’s be honest, that goes pretty quick…)
Your images will last a lifetime.
I want to spoil you with a wedding day experience that not only feels magical, but yields timeless imagery to treasure for generations.
Together, we can tell your love story in a laid-back, authentic, and meaningful way.
