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Hey, I'm Emily

Lifestyle & Wedding Photographer

She/Her | Enneagram 5


Capturing light, feelings &  moments and all the things in between people and life.


Hi, and welcome! I was born+raised right here in portland, oregon. I'm a wife, a mom, an introvert, and a self-proclaimed foodie. Some of my favorite things include lattes, true crime podcasts, traveling, charcuterie, long walks, a well-researched article, Trader Joe's, and Ben & Jerry's ice cream. When I'm not behind the camera, you can find me at home with my husband Zac, our kids Ezra and Margot, and our cat Felix.


I have loved taking photos for as long as I can remember. As a teenager, I'd never leave the house without my point&shoot in hand. I loved taking photos of anything and everything, but my favorite was (and still is) capturing people in candid moments.


In 2021, I decided to turn my hobby into something more - a job that I love.


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My Approach to photography

Winter engagement session in urban setting with industrial architecture.
Grassy field with blurred figures walking in the distance during sunset.
Artistic black and white portrait session in moody natural lighting.
Guests celebrating at a dimly lit party with decorative cobwebs and Halloween decor hanging from the ceiling.
Close-up shot of long wavy brown hair with soft bokeh lights in the background.
Person with long hair resting against a bouquet of flowers with eyes closed.

I value authentic moments


I want you to be yourself! Not only do I not mind if you forget that I'm there - I encourage it! That's the beauty of lifestyle photography. There's nothing better than those candid, true to life moments that feel like YOU. If you're looking for super posed and traditional photos, I may not be the right photographer for you - and that's okay! I hope that if you're coming to me for photos, you're looking for an experience that goes beyond posing for a smiling-at-the-camera photo.

I Notice the small details


Those little moments that often go unnoticed - your partner's reaction to your joke, how your eyes meet for a quick glance in the in-between moments, the way your hands intertwine - these are some of my favorite captures that help add depth to your session. Think of it like your photos are telling a story.

My goal is to tell a story


Speaking of telling a story, my hope is that you look back at your photos for years to come and really FEEL the same feelings that you initially experienced over and over again. If your photos feel like they came straight from a movie, even better!

How do I accomplish this? Well, it's a team effort! in addition to documenting authentic moments and little details, I encourage lots of movement and conversation during my sessions. So, be prepared to move around! I may ask you to run, spin, dance, jump, tell me a story, etc.!

Real Life Photos of me doing the things i love with the people I love - just for fun!
Tandem paragliding adventure over dramatic mountain landscape with cloudy skies.
Close-up selfie series showing happy expressions in outdoor sunlight.
Person in orange jacket exploring and playing on a vast sandy beach during low tide.
Tender moments captured in vintage-style dress while holding an infant indoors.
Family taking a sunset selfie together at the beach wearing sunglasses.
A couple poses in front of the colorful cliffside village of Cinque Terre, Italy with the Mediterranean Sea below.
Fun pool selfies showing joyful moments in bright blue water.
Follow me style photo on white stone steps in Santorini with traditional white buildings and sea views.
A beautiful Ragdoll cat with blue eyes poses with someone in a cream sweater.
Intimate family moments shared on a gray couch with framed photos visible in background.
Sweet moment captured between parent and child outdoors in natural sunlight.
A couple embraces on a sunny day along an Amsterdam canal with boats and historic buildings in the background.
Group taking selfies and having fun on a cloudy beach.
Person enjoying scenic cityscape view from elevated viewpoint during daytime.
Couple sharing an intimate moment at sunset with palm trees in the background.
Couple taking selfie in front of white wall with vibrant pink bougainvillea flowers.
List of inspiring things including nature, vintage stores and travel in brown minimalist design.
Simple black and white preference chart showing personality and lifestyle choices.

Testimonials

Testimonials

“Emily is incredibly talented, that's an understatement! She took the vision I wanted for my photos and brought them to life in a way that was authentic, raw, and empowering! I'll be coming back time and time again!”

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@emilypiercephoto