In the spring of 2021, I was lucky enough to take my cousin's family pictures with my grandma and granddad about a month before he went to be with Jesus. That session was the match that lit the fire in my desire to be a photographer.

A little less than a year later, in March of 2022, I launched Emily Person Photography. Since then, I have found a love for wedding, family, and newborn photography!

I have prioritized continuing education courses and shooting a wide variety of sessions. I am indebted to photographers like Katelyn James, Erin Thompson, and Payton Herring who have helped build my style, understanding of photography, and overall business.

My sisters have also played huge rolls in my business. Hope, my younger sister is my constant side kick, errand runner, and idea suggester. Sarah has spent countless hours on the phone, helping with website edits, and constructive criticism to help me become a better photographer.

Claire Stanley, my trusty second photographer, works most weddings with me and has become the best addition to EPP on wedding days!

Of course, my parents and mother-in-law are crucial as they are my childcare when Ronnie is unavailable. Their support has also been tremendous throughout the whole process, as well as so many other family and friends.

Last, but not least, my husband has cheered me on every step of the way. He encouraged me to make the investment in education as well as equipment. He has supported me in all of my crazy ideas, has helped proofread a lot of content, and picked up the slack when there are late nights of working or editing.

Being a photographer takes a village and I am so thankful to have a village of people helping me become the best I can be.