It’s not a happy story. It’s a hope story. It’s a drama, with light at the end. Grab your favorite drink friend, while I get real.

haven : a place of safety : REFUGE

Here it is. My why.

Babe, I’ve been through some things, haven’t we all? I’ve always used art as an outlet to express the pain I feel, and as a way to speak when I can’t find the words. The photo shown here is a composite image I captured to describe what depression felt like. Even though I created this image many years ago now, I’m still so proud of the emotion it evokes and what it communicates.

Domestic Violence
When I was dating in college, I wasn’t aware of the different forms abuse could take, like a shapeshifter in a sci-fi show it squeezes its way into your life. So, I found myself in a relationship with a man who was increasingly abusive. I knew something was very wrong in the relationship, but I couldn’t figure out what it was until I turned to google. Once everything clicked, it felt like my world was crashing down, and I had no control, no way out.

But I did make it out of that situation. And now I have the strongest passion for empowering ladies and uplifting women through timeless images. My job is to capture your story, sensuality, and spirit, and I can’t think of a better way to spend my day.

If you’re ready to show your strength, fire, and beauty, I’d love nothing more than to be the one to walk you through it. If you think I could be a good fit for your session, please contact me below!

Domestic violence is more prevalent than you can imagine. That’s why with each session I book, I am giving 20% of the session cost to a non-profit helping women get out of these situations for good. I want to make an impact, even if it’s just a dent, to help other women find freedom. Even helping in a small way, means the world to me.

-Emily

CORE BELIEFS

  • You are beautiful as you are, and I CANNOT WAIT to show you!

  • Everyone has a story to tell, a different reason to step in front of my camera and embrace their authentic selves, and I am there for you.

  • I am your hype-girl, your cheerleader, and will probably fan-girl over your beauty mid-session. (99.9% likely)

Why “Haven” Boudoir?
At some point in your life, you probably needed a haven. Now when you book a session with me, your empowerment portraits or boudoir session in turn helps support the women who need a haven right now. Women supporting women. <3