A Calm Presence on Your Wedding Day
Your wedding day will pass more quickly than you ever imagined. The quiet anticipation before you walk down the aisle, the joyful embraces, the laughter shared with your favorite people, the fleeting glances that happen when no one else is watching—these are the moments that deserve to be remembered just as much as the grand celebrations.
For over 12 years, Emily Reynolds has had the privilege of documenting weddings with a calm, intentional approach that allows couples to be fully present while every meaningful moment is thoughtfully preserved. Her goal extends far beyond creating beautiful photographs. She strives to create an experience where you feel cared for, confident, and completely at ease from your very first conversation through the delivery of your gallery.
Known for her warm personality and thoughtful guidance, Emily gently directs when needed while allowing genuine moments to unfold naturally. By the time your wedding day arrives, she hopes you'll feel less like you're being photographed by a vendor and more like you're sharing the day with someone who truly knows your story and is genuinely invested in preserving it.
When she's not photographing weddings, you'll likely find Emily enjoying a homemade latte or an Olipop while dreaming up her next home project with her husband, Luke. They are also the proud parents of their daughter, Hazel, who has brought an even deeper appreciation for preserving life's fleeting moments. Whether it's a wedding day or an ordinary afternoon at home, Emily believes the most meaningful photographs are the ones that allow us to relive the seasons of life we never want to forget.
Above all, Emily believes your photographs should become more than beautiful images—they should become family heirlooms that transport you back to exactly how it felt to begin your marriage, not only today, but for generations to come.
The most meaningful photographs come from genuine moments—not stiff poses. I'll gently guide you every step of the way so you can feel comfortable, present, and fully enjoy your day while I capture the laughter, quiet moments, and everything in between.
Your wedding is filled with moments and details you'll never want to forget. It would be an honor to preserve them with timeless, heartfelt imagery you'll cherish for generations. I can't wait to hear your story and see if we're the perfect fit.
“I knew she was a great photographer from her portfolio (that’s why I chose her!) but I was amazed by her professionalism and the way she could put my husband and I at ease while taking our pictures.”
I’ve been in your shoes.
After planning my own wedding in 2022, I understand exactly what it’s like to be where you are as a bride. All of the decisions, the details, and the excitement as the day gets closer and closer. I truly feel that being on the other side has helped me learn how to come alongside my couples on their wedding day more than ever. I understand the importance of capturing every detail, the in-between moments, the tears, and the joy on a whole other level.
Video by Wiley Wedding Films
“The person who dances with you in the rain will most likely walk with you in the storm.”
I used this quote in my wedding vows on the rainiest day of 2022 in Pittsburgh, our wedding day. Are you worried about rain on your wedding day? I’m your girl. I can tell you with all of the confidence in the world that it could not possibly rain on your day more than it did on ours. And the best news? The rain didn’t ruin our day. Not even close. It did, however, make for some amazing memories, photos, laughs, and stories that we will never forget. My best advice for wedding day rain? Embrace it. Run in it. Dance in it. You won’t regret it. I promise.