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A Lake George Summer Engagement Session Those clients that know they want me to photograph their special day from day 1. The ones that can’t imagine anyone else capturing their special day. The ones who reach out AS SOON AS THEY GET ENGAGED. Those are my people. AKA – MacKenzie & Jordan. I’ll be honest, […]

MacKenzie + Jordan | Engaged

May 15, 2025

Engagements

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A Lake Champlain Wedding Celebration at the Historic Valcour Inn & Boathouse How fun it’s been to revisit all of these amazing celebrations and couples I’ve had the privilege of photographing over the years. I still have so many more couples to highlight on here so we’re continuing on! Introducing Mr. + Mrs. Worthington! Venue: […]

Jill + Eric | Married

May 14, 2025

Weddings

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A summer micro wedding at the North Hero House Operation “Catch up the EMP blog” continues with Amanda and Bryan! I remember this being the start of my love for micro weddings which became super popular after Covid reared it’s ugly head at the world. If you aren’t familiar, micro weddings are basically just full […]

Amanda + Bryan | Married

May 14, 2025

Weddings

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A Glowy Summer Golf Course Wedding This is me, trying to catch up on the seemingly impossible task of catching my blog up on all of the amazing sessions and weddings I’ve had the honor of photographing over the past 3 years. The truth is, my business took off and blogging fell to the wayside. […]

Savanna-Lin + Ben | Married

May 14, 2025

Weddings

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An extended celebration on the shores of Lake Champlain What’s better than photographing a beautiful couple once? Getting to do it twice 😉 Claire and Matt were one of my “Covid Couples” meaning, they still went ahead with their planned celebration (just on a smaller scale) and held off on their larger celebration until a […]

Claire + Matt Wedding 2.0

May 14, 2025

Weddings

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A baby cousin studio mini session As a gift for their momma, my bestie Hannah and her sister Rachael decided to book a cousin photoshoot for their sweet baby girls and boy oh boy was it CUTE. We decided to keep it simple with the statement pieces being their adorable outfits while adding in some […]

Kenna + Nora Studio Mini

February 6, 2025

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A Wildflower Themed Lakeside Wedding It’s not often that I listen to speeches from the parents or bridal party and think “Man I wish these speeches would last a little longer.” But this was actually the case with Cynthia and Kyle. I had the honor of not only being able to listen to the wedding […]

Weddings

January 10, 2024

Cynthia + Kyle | Married

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This has been a long time coming…5 years to be exact! While the website might not look new, I assure you, it will! The official launch date is still TBD but it will be sometime in January so literally just a few weeks away and I. CAN’T. WAIT! Not only will my website have a […]

Business

December 29, 2023

Introducing The All New EMP!

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The ups, downs, and in-between moments that make up the beautiful everyday memories I never understood the phrase, “it’s the hardest job you’ll ever love” in regards to being a parent, specifically a mother. The title of “Mom” is the most beautiful title I’ve ever had, but it’s not giggles and amazing core memories all […]

Personal

December 29, 2023

Learning How To Be a Healthy, Loving, and Present Mom

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A classic black-tie soiree in Coxsackie, NY One of the hottest wedding days I’ve ever photographed to date, but also one of the most beautiful 😍 It was such a joy to capture this chapter of Alexa and Chandler’s love story. From start to finish, everything was perfectly executed and not a detail went unnoticed. […]

Weddings

December 29, 2023

Alexa + Chandler | Married

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June 27, 2023

Protected: How To Install Your New EMP Mobile Presets!

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Where Rustic Charm Meets a Modern Vibe If you have been envisioning a barn venue with original wood touches paired with updated amenities for your wedding or event, let me introduce you to The Barn at Pine Stone. Located just 12 miles northeast from Lake Placid, New York, this venue is sure to check off […]

For the Bride / Groom

June 21, 2023

The Barn at Pine Stone | Wilmington, NY

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And my “why” for doing so… I know you’re no stranger to the prompts. “Want free shipping? Enter your email address here!” “Want 15% off your first purchase? Enter your email address here!” “Want to know what makes you special? Take this quiz then enter your email address to get your results!” To be honest, […]

Personal

June 19, 2023

I Started a Newsletter!

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It’s hard to believe this little peanut is already over 1 year old…I know everyone says this when it comes to their kids but time really has flown by and it truly feels like I just gave birth only a few weeks ago. The fact that I hadn’t published this blog post yet was causing […]

Personal

June 6, 2023

Introducing Caroline Mae Engelhardt | Caroline’s Birth Story

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When Jessica & Jack suggested we meet over in the Burlington, VT area, I couldn’t say yes fast enough! I’ve always loved Burlington and it’s only a short ferry ride away which makes it super easy to access. We met up at the beautiful Oakledge Park and I was in photographer heaven! It reminded me […]

Engagements

June 6, 2023

Jessica + Jack Engaged

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A Classic Glowy Harmony Golf Club Wedding When I think of Harmony golf course, I think of these two. Taylor and Cody held an absolutely gorgeous celebration on the rolling hills of the golf course surrounded by pristine mountain views accompanied by their loved ones and the most perfect summer sunset. If you’ve been following […]

Weddings

June 6, 2023

Taylor + Cody | Married

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