An Artistic Photography Experience

That Embraces the Tenderness OF Motherhood

Welcome

Welcome to Emmy Jo Photography, where the heartbeat of motherhood inspires every image. If you’re a mother, you’ve likely felt the bittersweet happiness of watching your children grow, all while realizing the heartbreak of how fast time is actually slipping away. I know what that feels like.

As a full-service photographer serving the North Carolina coast, I find beauty in the midst of what can feel like the chaos of raising babies. Let me help you preserve this time in your life by effortlessly capturing your natural moments.

Topsail Beach Maternity, Newborn & Family Photographer

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Meet Emily

So Glad You Are Here!

Hello there! I’m Emily, a mom of five who is also navigating the intricate dance of motherhood. To me, what it means to be a mother could be summed up in two words: beautiful chaos.

If, like me, you’ve found yourself juggling moments of overwhelming exhaustion followed by the sweet joy of your baby’s peaceful sleep, then I’m the perfect photographer for you.

I believe in an effortless photography experience where you walk away feeling a refreshed sense of appreciation for the family you’ve created, as well as a collection of beautiful images to hang on the walls of your home.

Let me help you relive the beauty in the chaos through the art of an image.

"This was by far my favorite session I’ve ever had with a photog! She was patient and attentive to my sweet girl as well as the needs of new parents! I couldn’t be more impressed with the images she captured! There is no doubt I’ll be using her again!!”

“Emily is the perfect family photographer as she understands what it is to be a mom (of 5)! She is great with kids, organized with the process from start to finish, communicative, extremely talented and has the artistic eye capturing priceless moments!”

“Emmy Jo Photography is, by far, the best around. She has been taking our family's photos for the past 4 years and I only trust her to do so. She is a dream to work with, she is wonderful with children (so patient, creative, pleasant, and calm), and she takes a lot of pride in what she does!”

“Did a first time maternity shoot with Emily and she is a DREAM to work with!!! Me and my husband are both camera shy but she made the process so easy for us and made it feel natural. Can’t wait to do our newborn shoot with her!”

“I did a newborn and maternity shoot with Emily and I could not recommend her enough! I was very hesitant about doing a maternity shoot, but so happy that I did, because Emily made me feel absolutely beautiful! I am so happy to have these to look back on as my son gets older!”

“Emily did such a great job and made the entire experience perfect! She sent helpful tips prior to each shoot to help along the way. For the newborn shoot she worked great with my toddler and kept her involved and was so great with my newborn. If I had any questions they were answered right away!”

Preserve your photos

Heirloom-Quality
Products & Prints

Before we even begin planning your session, we set intentions to preserve your images in print. I believe that the people you hold closest to your heart deserve to enjoy seeing these memories each day, and because I know that life can get hectic, I custom-design handcrafted albums and high-quality print products for every client.

Whether neatly organized in a box, elegantly displayed in an album, or proudly hanging on your wall, the act of printing your images preserves the emotions, connections, and love woven into each photograph.

Each photograph tells a story – let me preserve these memories in print.

A Truly Unique Experience

simple, natural, and filled with love

In the beautiful chaos of life with kids, we often overlook the subtle, tender moments that make it extraordinary. Moments like the gentle pull on their ear when tired, the snug fit of their little fingers around yours, or the funny face they make when shyness takes over.

Time moves swiftly, and it is easy to forget all these perfect details. This is what drives my art, preserving these moments in time – simple, natural, and filled with love.

As a full-service photographer, I take care of everything to ensure your experience is seamless and stress-free. From providing beautiful dresses to helping you coordinate outfits, and beyond – I’ve got it covered. So, from the moment our session starts, all you need to do is show up and soak up all the tender moments. Because one day, these photos will be all we have left to remember. I would be honored to work with you and to capture moments that will be treasured for generations to come.