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Emma Petersen Photography

Emma Petersen Photography

Chicago, IL
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    Darci Sent on 12/30/2023
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    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!
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    Tracy J. Sent on 12/30/2023
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    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.
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    Katie Sent on 03/18/2024
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    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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    Maria I. Sent on 12/30/2023
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    Perfect Day!

    Emma did an amazing job capturing the most perfect day! Everyone will tell you how fast the day goes, you won’t even remember it. That statement is so true! But through Emma’s photos you can look back on your perfect day and remember even the finest of details! She is so professional but so fun at the same time and takes all the stress of the day away! Thank you Emma for doing such an amazing job! It was so much fun to work with you!!
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    Well done Emma!

    Emma was very professional to begin with. Her work ethic and energy was amazing. But besides all of that, the quality of her work is outstanding. We’ve both decided that in every memorable events that comes, Emma should be there to capture them all.
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    Darci L. Sent on 01/03/2023
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    Wonderful to work with!

    We’re still in the early days of wedding planning, but working with Emma has been one of the easiest parts so far. She’s a pro at making us feel comfortable & capturing the perfect moments that we cherish so much.
    We were overjoyed at the quality of our engagement photos and are really looking forward to having her there for our big day!
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    Lauren H. Sent on 11/01/2023
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    Hiring Emma is the best decision we made!

    There are so many amazing words I can say about Emma! She is a true talent as well as being an amazing human being. One of the best choices we made for our wedding was working with Emma. She went above and beyond in every way - from our engagement photos and making sure we got to go back to the spot where we got engaged, to pre-picking spots in the forest preserve for the perfect fall photos on our wedding day, to even steaming my wedding dress on the trolley to the Church. On top of all of that, she also takes AMAZING photographs. We are in love with every image & she is incredibly gifted. Please do yourself a favor and book Emma to capture your special event! These are images we will cherish forever.
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    Lauren B. Sent on 10/25/2023
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    Unmatched Photographer.

    Emma is truly a gifted photographer, but she will prove to be so much more than that. She will be your friend, support system, and time-keeper. She'll make you comfortable, she'll keep the excitement going, and she will follow you ANYWHERE to ensure you get your spotlight done right. She creates the magic within the memories. She will not disappoint!!!
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    Lisa W. Sent on 10/14/2023
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    Emma Petersen is 10/10

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    Emma’s talent is undeniable and her work speaks for itself. If you’ve made it here, you’ve likely already marveled at the magic she has captured and candidly, my words won’t do her justice there but I’ve shared a few of my faves to speak for themselves.
    Emma was both our engagement and wedding photographer and while this wound up being the hardest vendor search, once we found Emma, we knew.
    Yes, her work is undeniable but when you hire Emma you get more than beautiful photos to last a lifetime. You’re hiring your hype woman. Your therapist. Your pre-reception DJ. Your confidante. Your friend. Emma is a chameleon. Whatever you need her to be, she seamlessly morphs into, even without you asking or even realizing it yourself.
    After our first meeting with Emma I told my husband that she’s “golden retriever energy” and I 1000% stand by that statement. She was the last photographer we spoke with before we selected. We simply knew it had to be Emma once Emma became an option. Just like I couldn’t imagine my wedding without my now husband, I almost equally couldn’t imagine it without Emma. By the time it came for her to leave, I was genuinely sad. Not because I felt like we missed any shots but because her energy was that palpable, I couldn’t picture the celebration without her.
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    Sara E. Sent on 08/02/2023
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    Highly recommend for your wedding!

    Emma was amazing at our wedding this summer! We felt like we were in good hands throughout the whole planning process, and her communication & collaboration is great. She made us feel so grounded & supported on our wedding day - including during an hour worth of downpouring rain during our couples photos post-ceremony! She was quick on her feet & had clear umbrellas, which made for some beautiful shots. She also delivered about 20 great previews less than 24 hours post event. Highly recommend!
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    Adrienne D. Sent on 12/29/2022
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    Emma is amazing!

    Emma is incredibly talented and takes stunning photos- we received over 500 photos from our engagement shoot and could hardly choose favorites because they were all just beautiful! Moreover, she is a true joy to work with. She is a ray of sunshine and has a way of making you feel so special during your shoot and beyond! Communication with her is a breeze, and it's clear that she genuinely cares to get to know her clients so she can capture them in a unique, personal way. We absolutely cannot wait for her to shoot our wedding in May!
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    Kaitlyn H. Sent on 12/31/2022
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    Over the Top Excellent 🌟

    Emma rocks 10/10 photographer!
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    Chris Sent on 12/31/2022
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    10/10 wedding photographer

    Can’t recommend Emma enough for your big day.
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    Amy H. Sent on 12/29/2022
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    Emma is the best!

    Emma was truly amazing to work with! I cannot thank her enough for how smooth she made our wedding day go. Emma had control of every situation - she made sure we stuck to our timeline, had a back up plan in case of rain, reassured me ahead of time we would get good photos rain or shine and just made sure we didn't have to worry about any of those details on our day. My husband and I just had to focus on having fun and being happy. Emma was really fun to work with - throughout the day she was cool, calm, patient and kind with everyone and in every situation. We can't thank her enough for all the prep work that went into making our day perfect and also the positivity she brought to our day of. Last but not least, the photos she took were beautiful! She captured all the joy & love we had that day and all the special moments. We already have them printed off and ready to hang in our home. She didn't miss a single special moment or special shot. I cannot recommend her enough!
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    Phoebe M. Sent on 12/29/2022
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    The BEST Wedding Photographer!

    Emma was such a delight to work with! She went above and beyond for our wedding weekend, and we could not be more grateful. Every little detail was captured so perfectly, and she truly listened to what was important to us on our special day. On top of that, our friends and family could not stop talking about how wonderful she was! We absolutely love our gallery, and would book with Emma again in a heartbeat!
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    Joseph C. Sent on 12/31/2022
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    No brainer

    Emma was fantastic! Could not recommend her enough. She was fun, energetic, and put us at ease the entire time. From the initial consultation to the final product of receiving our prints and photos, Emma Peterson photography exceeded our expectations. We were lucky enough for Emma to capture both our proposal and our wedding. Thank you for the memories we will cherish our entire lives
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    Justyna S. Sent on 12/31/2022
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    "emma went above and beyond literally every aspect of our wedding day!"

    From being our hype woman, to helping us relax in our element as a married couple during the photo sessions, and to truly enjoy our special day! She worked so well with our family, friends, bridal party, and vendors. Her talent, creativity, storytelling, and expertise shows in not only her incredible photography, but also kind-hearted professionalism, and speedy delivery! Her photos captured all of the love and joy of our wedding day. Emma is truly a rockstar!"
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    Captured with love and care

    Emma is an amazing human! She is caring and attentive and captures all the moments. You enjoy the process, she’s got music (which makes it feel like background music, like in the movies). I can’t wait to have her capture more moments of our life and would highly recommend her for an easygoing, fun, photo session!
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    Rache K. Sent on 12/29/2022
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    Emma is a must for your wedding day!

    Emma was truly amazing!! From the first phone call she was an energetic breath of fresh air. She was so organized and helped with planning and timeline which I was clueless about. We met her for our engagement photos and felt comfortable with her immediately.It was a bitter cold windy day and my hair was absolutely wild, our eyes were tearing up, and my toes were turning purple I did not think it was possible that she could have gotten a single shot. But every single photo was amazing!! I was blown away and knew I’d have absolutely nothing to worry about on the big day! The wedding day she captured the most amazing photos, helped everything run smoothly and even had a few sneak peaks to us by the next morning!! I would more then recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer for their big day you will not regret it!!
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    Rachel E. Sent on 12/30/2023
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    We love Emma!

    Emma is an amazing photographer. She made us feel so comfortable and during the engagement session, and really captured our love story.
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    Meredith B. Sent on 12/29/2023
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    Cinematic Engagement Photos and A Joy to Work With

    If you are looking for a photographer who can give you the cinematic, rich, romantic photos of your dreams, book with Emma now! Our engagement session is straight out of a movie. We are truly so thrilled and in love with our photos! The entire experience was great! Emma was easy to work with and answered all our questions, helped us plan, and worked with us to capture our vision. The session itself was so much fun, and Emma’s expertise made the whole process comfortable, simple, and efficient. She will guide you through the whole thing and think of all the little details. Our gallery is stunning start to finish and delivered early!! The images are polished and perfectly timeless. We cannot recommend Emma enough!
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