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On WeddingWire since 2022

Intentional Storytelling That Captures Every Moment, No Matter How Small.

I’m going to make a bold statement here. Your wedding photography isn’t actually about your wedding day. It’s about immortalizing your memories so you can look back and re-experience every happy memory all over again when you come back to your gallery in a year, ten years, and fifty years.

  • You're dreaming about striking, powerful images that create a narrative in your gallery from start to finish.
  • You value the in-between moments just as much as the big moments.
  • You love your people fiercely and want photos that reflect that love.
  • You’re looking for an in-depth experience that results in photos that feel unique to you and your story.

My Mission? Make Your Photos More Than Just Photos.

Each portrait I take is a moment held in time that encapsulates every happy tear, every tight squeeze, and every in-between. I capture that spark between you and your loved ones in whatever form that takes - wildly-romantic-giddy love between you and your favorite person or deep-seated familial love with everyone important enough to be present on your wedding day.

Storytelling through photography is my passion and I firmly believe that everyone has a story that is meant to be shared and documented.

Services Offered

Emma Petersen Photography offers a variety of services for engagements, weddings, and elopements, and proposals. Before your special day, you can meet Emma for a consultation to discuss your options. Her goal is to capture what's truly important to you to create an extraordinary time capsule that you will treasure forever. Whatever your budget or individual style, she will find a way to showcase your romance in a heartfelt way. Emma is also willing to travel to serve destination weddings and out-of-town celebrations!

  • Woman-owned

Frequently asked questions

What is the starting price for your wedding photography services?

$3,750

Which of the following are included in the starting price?

High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Digital Files

What is the price of your most popular wedding package?

$4,750

Which of the following are included in the price of your most popular wedding package?

2nd Shooter
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
Digital Files

What primary photographic style do you identify with?

Natural
Photojournalism

What photography services do you offer?

Additional Hours
Destination / Travel
Engagement Shoot
High-Res Images
One Event / Day
Second Shooter
Wedding Portraits

What photography items do you offer?

Albums
Canvas
Digital Files
Prints
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Reviews of Emma Petersen Photography

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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
5.0 out of 5 rating
21 Reviews
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Emma Petersen is praised repeatedly for her exceptional photography skills and professionalism. Reviewers commend her for making them feel comfortable and capturing the essence of their love stories. Emma is described as a caring, energetic, and organized photographer who goes above and beyond for her clients. Whether it's an engagement shoot or capturing the special moments of a wedding day, Emma is highly recommended for her talent and ability to create beautiful memories.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Emma Petersen is praised repeatedly for her exceptional photography skills and professionalism. Reviewers commend her for making them feel comfortable and capturing the essence of their love stories. Emma is described as a caring, energetic, and organized photographer who goes above and beyond for her clients. Whether it's an engagement shoot or capturing the special moments of a wedding day, Emma is highly recommended for her talent and ability to create beautiful memories.

Darci
Darci Sent on 12/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Couldn’t be happier!

We knew the moment we met Emma for our intro call that she was going to be the best photographer for our wedding. The energy she brings to every interaction will leave you feeling both heard & seen, and instantly put you in a good mood. Wedding day can be hectic, but Emma & her team will be there for you through every moment and every emotion - capturing them all so perfectly!
If you're wondering if you could ever find a photographer that calms your wedding nerves and feels like a close friend, look no further; Emma Petersen will take care of you.
We couldn't be happier with how our photos came out and can’t wait to share them with all our loved ones!
Tracy
Tracy J. Sent on 12/30/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Engagement shoot

I would highly recommend Emma! My fiancé and I did an engagement shoot at a historic building in the Loop and the pictures turned out absolutely beautifully. He and I were both very nervous in front of the camera, but she has such a positive and calm demeanor that we were really put at ease. We can’t wait to send out the pictures with our invitations, and it will be so special for us to have them in the years to come.
K
Katie Sent on 03/18/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Emma is amazing!

Wow! We have had just such a lovely time working with Emma. We booked her because we’d heard she was great with making couples feel at ease in front of the camera and that was absolutely true. Our engagement photo shoot was fun and easy, and even better the photos turned out amazing. She makes sure to get the pictures parents will want and then makes sure there’s time for photos that really show our character. Prior to our wedding, she was helping to keep us on track with any tasks and she helped answer any questions we had along the way. Day of, she kept us calm and having fun with the photos. Emma is this great balance of buttoned up and professional and easy going so you never feel stressed. We got our first look gallery back just two days after our wedding and WOW. She has such a great eye and knows just what to do to get great shots. We will absolutely work with her again and would recommend her to anyone in a heart beat.
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WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
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Emma Petersen Photography frequently asked questions

Emma Petersen Photography includes the following photography services in the starting price:
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Digital Files
Emma Petersen Photography includes the following photography services in their most popular wedding package:
  • 2nd Shooter
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • Digital Files
Emma Petersen Photography offers the following photography styles:
  • Natural
  • Photojournalism
Emma Petersen Photography offers the following photography services for weddings:
  • Additional Hours
  • Destination / Travel
  • Engagement Shoot
  • High-Res Images
  • One Event / Day
  • Second Shooter
  • Wedding Portraits
Emma Petersen Photography offers the following photography materials for weddings:
  • Albums
  • Canvas
  • Digital Files
  • Prints
Emma Petersen Photography is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.

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