Nervous about your first professional photoshoot? Learn what to expect, how to prepare, and how to feel confident in front of the camera with EmmiClaire Photography.

Celebrate the love and joy of the Rhoton wedding at St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church with vibrant fall colors and timeless traditions captured beautifully by EmmiClaire Photography.

Discover the celebration of the Smith’s wedding at Amber Grove in Virginia. EmmiClaire Photography captured the beautiful wedding day!

Prepare for a beach photoshoot with tips from EmmiClaire Photography. Learn about wardrobe choices, location ideas, and how to feel comfortable in front of the camera for your beach session.

Planning a wedding is an exciting journey, but it can also come with a hefty price tag. Let’s explore some helpful tips and advice for navigating a wedding budget and planning a memorable day without breaking the bank. 1. Establish a Realistic Budget: Before diving into wedding planning, sit down with your partner and determine […]

Dive into our wedding planning guide, covering everything from setting a budget to selecting a venue. Start your journey to your dream wedding today!

Katy and Will’s wedding day unfolded like a fairy tale amidst the stunning fall foliage of Smith Mountain Lake. EmmiClaire Photography had the pleasure of capturing every magical moment, from the heartfelt ceremony to the lakeside bliss that followed. A Celebration of Love and Fall Colors In the heart of fall, Katy and Will celebrated […]

Create memories with our guide to the best engagement photoshoot poses in Richmond, VA, and Jacksonville, FL.

Planning a wedding can be both exciting and overwhelming, but creating a well-organized timeline will ensure that your day runs smoothly and provides ample time for capturing stunning photographs.

Explore the best photography locations in Richmond, Virginia with EmmiClaire Photography’s guide. Discover stunning spots and expert tips to capture amazing images.

Experience a fun and unforgettable senior portrait session with friends at the University of Richmond. Capture the essence of your college years with EmmiClaire Photography!

At EmmiClaire Photography, we have had the pleasure of capturing countless weddings over the years. However, Lynne and Trip’s wedding was one for the books.

Back in July, I had the privilege of photographing Christavia and Dillon’s mellow studio Maternity Session in Richmond VA. I’m always thrilled when a couple chooses EmmiClaire Photography to capture such an exciting moment in their journey together.

I can safely say that one of the very best things about being a photographer with a background in multiple fields is this: growing with my clients, especially those who are growing families. It is more common than you might guess for me to photograph an engagement session, a wedding, a maternity session, a newborn session, and family portraits… all for the same client!

I was over the moon when Justin contacted me about photographing his proposal at Libby Hill Park in Richmond, VA.

thief, friends. Never moreso than this year. If pregnancy flies by as fast as it has over the past six months for me, I can only imagine how quickly time will pass when baby arrives. This simple recognition – the passage of time – has inspired me to take an inordinate amount of pleasure in photographing families.

When I think of boss babes who exude confidence and personality, I think of Jade Bianca. Her confidence and bubbly persona is 100% appropriate and necessary for her business. As a dating coach, matchmaker, and founder of Dating After Divorce, her confidence and personality are key ingredients to running a successful business.

The dog days of summer a melting away into what I can only hope will be a crisp autumn full of crunching leaves, apple cider, pumpkin patches and cozy sweaters. Another thing that brings me joy in this upcoming season? FALL MINI SESSIONS!

It’s hard to believe that the dog days of summer will soon give way to crisp autumn days, crunchy leaves, all things pumpkin, and back to school season. But for now, I’m reveling in all things summer, including an abundance of opportunities to photograph family portrait sessions. This Holyers family portrait session is particularly dear to my heart. They had their hearts set on gathering their extended family together to enjoy a memorable afternoon in front of my camera.

“I hate my arms.” “I have a double chin.” “Can you edit my acne/rosacea/scar out of the photo?” I hear these kinds of comments all the time from my clients. The truth is that the most beautiful people on earth are plagued with insecurities too. We all struggle with it at one point or another […]