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Intentional. Probably my favorite word and truly the way I try to live and work. I believe in living in the moment, being yourselves and not making perfectly posed “fake” moments. That’s part of the documentary style.
While I don’t leave you high and dry, standing awkwardly in front of the camera. I curate intentional moments with prompts rather than poses.
During your wedding day, most moments play out naturally and I will be there to capture it all. From the happy tears to the belly laughs to Uncle Bob breaking it down on the dance floor and all your favorite people in one place celebrating you. Or coffee with your lover the morning of your elopement, getting ready together so you don’t miss a thing, those soft hugs as you walk down the street.
Those are the feelings and memories I will document for you.
BASED IN NORTH CAROLINA, FOLLOWING YOU WHERE YOUR LOVE STORY TAKES YOU
WELCOME TO EMMY KIENAST PHOTOGRAPHY
world traveleR, Lover of sunsets, MORNING COFFEE AND long walks on the beach
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Inspired by mountain ranges, true love, 90s rom coms, ocean waves, sunlight, epic playlists, road trips, city streets and seashells.
Capturing perfectly imperfect moments is what drove me to first pick up a camera, but human connection is what has kept me inspired all these years. I believe I was put on this Earth to notice and document those moments that tell your story.
If you’re a fellow fan of the romantic, sincere, nostalgic, dreamy, soulful and emotional
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01/03
CAPTURE THE FLEETING PAUSES, THE SPONTANEOUS GESTURES, AND THE QUIET EXCHANGES THAT REVEAL THE TRUE ESSENCE OF YOUR STORY. NOT JUST HOW THEY LOOKED, BUT HOW THEY FELT.
02/03
I do the work to get to know you both, understand your priorities, and capture your relationship in the most authentic, truthful way I know how. Through timeless and intimate photographs.
03/03
wabi sabi - which roughly translates to an aesthetic of appreciating beauty that is imperfect and impermanent in nature.
"Emmy creates true works of art. We hired her to shoot our wedding and could not have imagined anything better! From the moment she showed up she was kind, efficient, and calm; creating the perfect wedding atmosphere! Her compassion and true enthusiasm for the day is exactly what we needed to kick off the best day of our lives. She helped direct everyone in our bridal party to create magic, including the typical posed shots. Our first photos as husband and wife are literal perfection. She shot every moment so intentionally and I cried seeing how true to our love every shot felt. I can't wait to cherish these photos for the rest of our lives. Emmy's talent shines through in every photo. She is so incredible and I would give her one million stars if I could!!!"
- MARLI AND BLAKE
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"I cannot express enough gratitude for Emmy's phenomenal work as our wedding photographer. Her infectious charm and prompt communication made the entire experience a breeze, and she made sure there was no stress, which seems impossible for someone’s wedding. Emmy's guidance seamlessly orchestrated the flow of our day, ensuring everything ran smoothly. Her comments during both our engagement session and wedding day made us feel completely at ease in front of the camera. She made sure we felt comfortable and confident, which is no easy task. Her artistry truly shines in every photo, capturing the essence of our special day. They honestly look like stills from some dreamy movie. Without a doubt, I wholeheartedly recommend Emmy to everyone; her photos are undeniable works of art and worth every penny.
To Emmy: Thank you doesn't suffice. From our first conversation to receiving the gallery, you've not just been a photographer but a friend. I aspire to be as incredible as you, Emmy— you are a true goddess and an inspiration!"
- RACHEL AND EDDY
"Emmy was absolutely incredible to work with. From start to finish, she made us feel completely comfortable in front of the camera, and nothing ever felt forced. She and her husband Justin went above and beyond to make sure every moment was captured. They were both so easy to work with and made the entire process seamless. Her photography style is beautiful, unique, and timeless. Looking back at our photos genuinely feels like we’re reliving our fairytale wedding all over again. We’ve also had so many guests tell us how much they loved the photos and how amazing everything turned out. We cannot recommend her enough. We would continue to book Emmy over and over again."
- JULIA AND PIERCE
A CURATED SELECTION OF MY FAVORITE LOVE STORIES I CAPTURES
