Your senior portraits don’t have to feel overwhelming. With a little planning and preparation, your senior session will be easy and fun! Stella’s senior portrait session on campus at Wake Forest University is a great example. Here are a few tips to help you do the same… 1. Bring Friends Having a friend or two […]

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This past April, I photographed Kendall’s senior portraits at Reynolda Gardens in Winston Salem, NC. Her session took place right when the azaleas were blooming and it was perfect! Perfect for Every Season Reynolda Gardens is beautiful year-round, which makes it my favorite go-to spot. In spring, summer, and fall, there’s always something blooming that […]

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Why Raelyn reached out to me for your senior portraits at Reynolda Gardens in Winston Salem, she chose sunrise and it couldn’t have been more perfect! Here’s a few reasons why I love sunrise senior sessions… 1. Peace & Quiet. At sunrise, we have Reynolda Gardens all to ourselves. No crowds and no other photogrpahers! […]

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After months of thoughtful work behind the scenes, I’m so excited to officially welcome you to the new Emma Jo Marsh Photography. This rebrand has been in the works for quite some time. I’ve carefully prayed, dreamed, and crafted this with my whole heart. I wanted every detail to reflect the heart of EJMP… Timeless, […]

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Another stunning senior session on the blog today! Claire’s senior portraits are one of my favorites I’ve had the honor to photograph. Claire is an absolute natural in front of the camera AND she picked stunning outfits and the best location around – Reynolda Gardens. Claire and her mom drove all the way from Raleigh […]

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Abby’s spring senior photos at Reynolda Gardens were an absolute dream. When Abby asked if she could incorporate her dog into her session, I was so excited! I’m a dog mom and I love when seniors bring their pups along. We made sure to get plenty of photos of her and Finn! Check out my […]

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This senior portrait session is extra special to me! Kinslee is one of my closest friends. She graduated this past spring from North Greenville University. We met working at a local summer camp and we’ve been besties ever since. Kinslee is a missionary and loves the Lord. She is going to serve the Lord in […]

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My first time photographing a senior at Wake Forest University was THE BEST! Wake Forest was such a fun campus to shoot at because Winston Salem is where I live and the campus has so many stunning and iconic spots. Graduation Photos at Wake Forest University One of my favorite things about Reese’s session was […]

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Spring is here and I could not be more excited for all the florals and warm weather! Spring senior sessions are my absolute favorite and they are even better when there is perfect weather and the tulips are blooming! Jordan is graduating from Davie County High School in June and she is attending UNC Chapel […]

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We’re engaged!!! I am so excited and so thankful to be loved by this wonderful man!  Max & I got engaged on November 25, 2023 at Reynolda Gardens in Winston Salem. He knows that Reynolda is one of my favorite places to photograph couples. In addition to that, it is also the spot where my […]

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I’m Emma Jo, a Wedding & Portrait Photographer based in Winston Salem, NC, creating timeless imagery on both film and digital that feels intentional and true to you. 

This journal is where I share my favorite stories, the people I’ve had the joy of photographing over the years, and take a deeper look into the heart behind my work. 

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