
Mallory & Jack’s engagement session at Reynolda Gardens was relaxed and genuinely fun. They were up for anything and spent their session laughing and playing around with each other! My Hybrid Workflow I photographed their session using both digital and medium-format film. I still shoot mostly digital, but I’m most intentional when I shoot film. […]
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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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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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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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Maggie’s spring senior session was stunning! Maggie is graduating from UNC Charlotte this year. She was a member of the UNC Charlotte Equestrian Team, so we did her senior portraits at the barn! Of course, her horse had to be a part of the photos! I always love when my seniors want to incorporate something […]
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Spring senior portraits at Reynolda Gardens in Winston Salem are my absolute favorite! Reynolda is my favorite spot for both senior portraits and engagement sessions because there are so many beautiful and diverse spots within walking distance of one another. The lighting in the gardens on a spring evening is perfect! I always start 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.