Classic & Whimsical
Philadelphia, New Jersey, New York and New England
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Emily Wren
OWNER
AWARD WINNER (12X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
Using art and photojournalism as a foundation, Emily captures images that narrate your story and show your love for one another. The result is a simple and fresh aesthetic, rich in narrative images and telling details. Emily has been featured in Martha Stewart Magazine, The Knot Magazine and SMP.
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Destination Weddings
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Engagement
Photo & Video
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Wedding Albums
Photo & Video Styles
Artistic
Classic
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Getting Engaged
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Meet the team
Emily Wren
Owner
Photography is a part of who I am. Growing up my father, a passionate amateur photographer, was always taking photos. Idolizing my dad, I grew up looking through the lens of a camera and preserving what I saw. Since my earliest memories, I have been drawn to photos and the unique way in which they frame our world.
I was able to pursue my passion for image making at RISD. I’ve been a professional photographer since 2006. I have found a true sense of fulfillment in preserving some of the most important moments in people’s lives. This is the joy that drives me to be a wedding photographer.
Reviews
5.0
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Emily Wren Photography and team consistently receive rave reviews for their exceptional work, professionalism, and attention to detail in capturing wedding moments. Multiple reviewers highlight the ease of working with Emily and her team, praising their organization, communication, and ability to create a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Clients express high satisfaction with the quality of the photos and videos, noting the team's talent in capturing both candid and posed shots beautifully. The team's warm and caring approach, coupled with their ability to make clients feel at ease, results in stunning, timeless, and emotionally evocative wedding memories that exceed expectations.Review photos
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Syd f
5.0
11/19/2025
We are so blown away by our wedding photos. Emily and Nick captured each and every moment so perfectly. We have been grinning ear to ear non stop since opening the album. Not only is her work stunning, but the entire experience was effortless and organized. We couldn’t be happier with the process and final results. Book her you won't regret it!!
Alicia D
5.0
11/12/2025
June 21 2025: We are so happy we made the decision to book with Emily Wren! She was the epitome of calm, cool and collected on our wedding day and the photos we received absolutely lived up to expectations. We were specifically looking for a photographer who would be confident capturing a couple with different skin tones and she did not let us down! For our engagement shoot, we did half of the shoot in our apartment and the second half strolling the Princeton campus. Naturally, it’s such an intimate thing letting someone into your home to photograph so we were a bit nervous. That said, from the moment Emily came into our space, she made us feel so comfortable and the pictures reflect that. Our wedding day was no different as she (and Ryan) made us, our families, and guests feel completely at home. Simply put, Emily is the best. She’s the picture of professionalism, she’s absolutely a blast to work with, and the pictures you receive are genuinely magazine quality.
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SAMANTHA S
5.0
6/01/2025
One of the best things that made our wedding day PERFECT- was Emily Wren Photography and her team. We had a detailed itinerary of where and what we had to do, that was exactly what WE wanted to do as a couple. She made everything work out perfectly and was such a calming presence to have by my side. I put all my faith in Emily as I did not have to worry about missing anything. We were all able to be in the moment which let every single person in our wedding party be able to enjoy our day - instead of coordinating each bridesmaid's jobs to remember to check off throughout the night. I would recommend Emily to another bride or couple in a heartbeat as I know I will be doing for my 3 brothers who are next in line. Living in Florida while coordinating a Philadelphia wedding was almost do I say...too easy? Being able to jump on a call with her to talk through the things that we wanted was able to help alleviate any stress or details that might get lost through emails/texts. They were all so accommodating of our work schedules and nailed every detail that we discussed over ONLY texts, emails, and phone calls down perfectly - Having never met her in person! EMILY, you are the best!!!
Phyllis L
5.0
3/28/2025
We feel so incredibly lucky to have worked with Emily and her team on our wedding day. From our first call, to our last interactions, Emily was a pleasure to work with and is so detailed and organized. We would not have been able to put together our timeline for the day without her assistance. Her work speaks for itself and it's evident she takes pride in her work. Every shot perfectly captured the emotions we felt on our wedding day. We especially enjoyed how she captured creative shots, and candids of our families. Every picture looks like they could be published in a magazine. We will cherish these memories forever. We cannot recommend Emily and her team enough.
Laura C
5.0
1/02/2025
We are beyond thrilled with our experience with Emily Wren Photography and cannot recommend them enough! From the very first moment we met Sarah at our engagement session, we were completely smitten with her. Her energy and demeanor are so genuine and authentic—it was clear right away that we had made the perfect choice. She immediately made us feel at ease and created such a fun, relaxed atmosphere. We instantly fell in love with her and that feeling only grew stronger as our wedding day approached.
Emily was an absolute dream to work with in the lead-up to our big day. She was such a fantastic communicator, always responsive and thoughtful in her approach and has a keen eye for attention to detail. We felt so supported and informed throughout the entire planning process and she really helped us feel confident in the decisions we were making.
On our wedding day, Sarah was like spending time with a best friend. She fit right in and was one of us. Her kindness, fun-loving spirit and conscientious attention to detail made the whole experience so easy and enjoyable. She was mindful of every moment, capturing all the beautiful shots without us even noticing and made sure we felt comfortable every step of the way. Sarah knew the special relationship Laura (the bride) had with her late grandfather and the mutual love they shared for the moon. As a surprise, Sarah captured the moon on our wedding night and that’s a photo Laura holds so close to her heart. Caroline was a perfect complement to Sarah, bringing her own warmth and energy to the day. She was just as present and comfortable to be with, making the entire photography experience seamless. The two of them together were a dream team and we couldn't have asked for a better duo to capture our special day.
We truly felt so lucky to have Sarah, Caroline and Emily by our side. Their professionalism, care and enthusiasm made the photography aspect of our wedding day so easy and stress-free. We honestly want to shout our love and gratitude for them from the rooftops. They captured our day beautifully and we will forever cherish the memories they helped us create.
Sara T
5.0
8/26/2024
Emily Wren and her husband Gregg (Wren Films) are the ultimate power couple that you NEED capturing your wedding. We have been laughing and crying looking over the photos and videos in the very best way. It was an honor to have such a fun loving and energetic team capturing our special day. We had Emily, Gregg, Gabby, Nick, and Stan on photo/video for our wedding weekend, and the entire team are true professionals. The attention to detail is simply unparalleled. From adjusting the train of my dress to the perfect position, to micing my husband up for our private vows so we could record them but then physically giving us more space so the vows could feel private... Emily and her team know the precise moments when it's best that they disappear into the periphery versus when to get up close and personal with us to inject some humor into a moment with us. This sensitivity and awareness is key when photographing a wedding day and the team could not have executed their jobs more flawlessly. Stan did an incredible job with our film shots, Gabby was an absolute joy to work with at our rehearsal dinner, and Nick, clad with a miniature speaker on his belt loop, was on the money all day capturing the groomsmen and assisting as second shooter for the rest of the day. Emily, Gregg, and the team are not only true artists and professionals, but they are genuinely the most high quality humans and the exact type of people you want to surround you on the most important day of your life. We truly feel they are apart of our village now! It is a special privilege to share your wedding day with a couple who obviously loves each other so much because it uplifts the whole vibe of your day- trust me, hire them both!! Our only regret about hiring Emily Wren photography and Wren Films is that we don't have another event coming up in the near future. We're chomping at the bit for our next excuse to hire them again!
Alyssa M
5.0
6/07/2024
Working with Emily and Gregg was an absolute dream and one of the best decisions we made in our planning process! Their talent and kindness is immeasurable and hard to put into words. We knew we wanted to use both Emily and Gregg as soon as we saw their work and had preliminary conversations with them. They worked hard to ensure we (two brides) and our families were comfortable throughout our entire wedding planning process and especially on the wedding day. Not only were Emily and Gregg wonderful, but their entire photo and video team that day was also filled with immense talent and professionalism. The photos and videos they've delivered have been incredible and we can't wait to have another reason to use them for photo and video.
Katelyn B
5.0
6/06/2024
Getting the chance to work with Emily and her team was one of the highlights of our wedding planning experience. After checking out her work I knew I had to act quickly and was thrilled to be able to work with her!
From the start Emily makes this special time in your life feel that much more important - she was so kind and sent a sweet gift that included vow books we ended up using on our wedding day. The prep pre-wedding is also very efficient and helped guide other timelines for the big day.
Sarah on her team shot our engagement photos and our wedding day, along with her second shooter Stan. The photos are stunning and Sarah was great about keeping us on schedule and handling a very large bridal party with ease while also making taking tons of photos fun! Stan was a great addition and it was wonderful to have a second shooter - we knew everything was covered.
I will sound like a broken record to repeat after other reviewers but Emily’s style and editing is truly timeless. I can’t stop looking at the pictures and smiling at the moments that were captured. They are light, refreshing, beautiful and most importantly feel like us. Not overly produced like some wedding photos can be. This set of photos is something we will treasure and appreciate always, especially so many beautiful photos of us as a couple but also the people who love and support us. I recommend Emily and team without hesitation!
Karly J
5.0
6/03/2024
I simply cannot find the words to express how amazing Emily, Gregg, Nick, and Sam were. Hiring Emily for photography and her husband, Gregg, for videography was undoubtedly the best decision we made. From start to finish, Emily made the entire process effortless. She was exceptionally responsive and organized during the wedding planning phase. On the wedding day, I was absolutely blown away! Emily was on top of everything. We hadn’t met Gregg before our wedding day, but he instantly put us at ease with his warm and friendly demeanor. His kindness and professionalism shone through in every interaction. Nick was absolutely fantastic, bringing infectious energy and making the experience so much fun for the groomsmen. Sam was equally professional, kind, and attentive.
Overall, the entire team worked seamlessly together, and they were so enjoyable to be around throughout the day. We recently received our sneak peek, and Emily left my husband and me speechless. The photos are even better than we could have imagined, bringing us to tears. From the smallest moments to the biggest, she captured them all with incredible talent. It truly was the best day of our lives, and we couldn’t have asked for a better photography and videography team.
Lauren S
5.0
5/20/2024
Emily did our engagement and wedding photos, and I could not be more happy with how they turned out and also the entire process! She was so organized, friendly, easy to work with and talented! She helped lay out the day and had great suggestions. Her work is timeless and beautiful, I could not recommend her more!
Allie R
5.0
4/17/2024
Emily Wren was incredible to work with! She was very organized and helped us to stay on schedule, and our wedding photos are GORGEOUS. She has great attention to detail and helped us to feel comfortable posing as well as capturing lots of great candids. We used her husband, Gregg, as our videographer, and he was also fantastic! We were so happy with our experience!
Sonia F
5.0
4/03/2024
Emily Wren is by far the most talented photographer ever! I am always amazed how beautiful her photos are. She truly is exceptional!! If I could give her a million stars, I would! After all these years, Emily is an absolute dream to work with from start to finish. I first reached out to Emily Wren in 2016. Emily Wren has been there for every milestone in our journey, serving as our engagement, wedding, maternity, newborn, and family session photographer. Each time, she has surpassed our expectations with her incredible talent and dedication.
Her ability to capture the most precious moments of our wedding day and family gatherings was nothing short of remarkable. Each photograph tells a story, evoking emotions that transport us back to those beautiful moments every time we look at them.
Not only is Emily Wren incredibly talented behind the lens, but her warm personality and genuine enthusiasm made the entire experience enjoyable and stress-free. She effortlessly put everyone at ease, resulting in natural, authentic images that truly reflect the love and joy shared on our special days. The attention to detail and creativity displayed in her work is unparalleled. From candid shots bursting with emotion to stunning portraits that showcase the essence of our family, every image is a masterpiece.
Her photographs are not just pictures to us. They are cherished memories that we will treasure for a lifetime. We cannot recommend her highly enough. Thank you for your exceptional talent and dedication, Emily!!
Tess P
5.0
3/30/2024
It is impossible for me to sum up how fabulous Emily was as our wedding photographer. Between having our child and having to capture a 1 year old on such a chaos day, she got some photos that captured the beauty of our family perfectly. She was professional and kind, she had amazing ideas and she loved our party energy. She captured every moment of joy and happiness. The beauty of the pictures speak for themselves, we never had to worry about one thing she had everyone ready to go and made sure we got all our family photos and important people. She is beyond talented with her work and her team is AMAZING. Being one of the most important people on our wedding day, she exceeded every expectation. Our wedding photos are the best - they make me so filled with happiness and I can feel the pure celebration in every photo. Thank you Emily and Antony for making our day flawless.
Brittany W
5.0
1/26/2024
Emily Wren has now captured maternity, newborn, and first year of life photos for both of my sons (in addition to our engagement and wedding photos). Emily is so warm and caring and is able to put everyone at ease in front of the camera no matter the circumstances. She is phenomenal with kids and makes each session feel effortless. Not to mention the photos she delivers are beautiful and feel authentic and timeless. We 100% recommend her services and will continue to be repeat customers!
Kathy R
5.0
1/14/2024
10/10 experience working with this team! I worked directly with Emily leading up to and after the wedding day and we had Sarah as our lead photographer for the day of. This team is extremely organized, easy to communicate with, and their work is beautiful. The photos are absolutely stunning - the editing style is incredible from the daytime shots to the nighttime ones under the lights in the tent. They're timeless and modern at the same time and the team captured all the best moments of the day. I couldn't be happier with my choice to work with Emily & her team!
Olivia A
5.0
1/02/2024
Emily and her team are such a critical part of weddings in our family. Before booking Emily I knew how fabulous her work was from my brothers wedding. Having her capture everlasting memories for my own day really put into perspective how amazing she truly is. Not only are Emily and her team so kind and caring during the day but the photos truly speak to the day we had.
Most importantly she made it so relaxing and fun-we even finished ahead of schedule!!! Emily made our wedding day so incredible, we couldn’t have asked for anything more!
Elizabeth L
5.0
12/24/2023
Finding and choosing Emily Wren is the best decision we made for our wedding. Not only was Emily one of the kindest and easiest people to work with, but she also captured memories of our wedding that will last long beyond the day itself. Emily and her team were such a fun presence the entire day of our wedding -- We received so many compliments on our photographer/videographer team from our guests and other vendors. Emily and Gregg were the perfect blend of professional and creating a personalized experience that made us feel like old friends. Nick, our second shooter, was cracking us (and our guests) up all night long, and we were honored to have a beautiful married couple share our day with us. If you would like pictures that truly capture the love you have for your partner, look no further. All of our photos came out better than we could have ever imagined and the emotion that Emily, Gregg and her team were able to capture is absolutely breath taking. 11/10 experience and final products.
Allie B
5.0
12/22/2023
Emily and her team were the first and best thing we chose for our wedding this past October.
Starting with the basics, their quality of photos was exactly what you want (clean, elegant, timeless were the things I was hoping for and she massively delivered). The sheer amount of moments her team captured, even ones we missed day-of, were amazing and her process to contract, schedule for the day and deliver pictures were all very seamless.
Beyond these basics that every bride hopes for from their photographer, she and her team helped keep us on schedule for the entirety of the day so we didn’t run late and miss anything important, brought great energy to help calm nerves, and made the day feel so special and uniquely ours (even though they had shot our venue many times before).
If you are planning your wedding now and trying to decide whether or not to splurge on a photographer like Emily and her team, I would 100% recommend it!
Lara S
5.0
11/02/2023
I was immediately obsessed with Emily's photography style from the second I saw it on instagram. Once we booked with Emily, she immediately began getting us organized with amazing detail - including things I would have never thought of on my own (e.g., what time the flowers needed to be delivered to my room and loose blooms for invitation shots). She additionally helped to build out a complete timeline for our wedding day that flowed PERFECTLY, and as a bride who loves organization, Emily made me feel so at ease and taken care of.
Our experience on wedding day was also just perfect. We worked with Sarah and Michael, as well as video with Gregg - all 3 were hyping me up and making me feel so absolutely special on our special day, as well as capturing the love and joy of me and my husband as well as everyone around us. I can't say enough great things about Emily, Sarah, Michael and Gregg, I HIGHLY recommend them :)
Kaityn R
5.0
10/02/2023
Emily Wren & Associates were absolutely amazing to work with. As a September 2023 bride, I booked Emily Wren Photography immediately after getting engaged. With a light and airy editing style, I knew the photos of my wedding day would be gorgeous. Sarah McKay was our lead photographer for both our engagement shoot (included in our wedding day photographer package) and our wedding day. She was creative, direct and an absolute pleasure to be around. Both Sarah and Emily worked with us throughout the year leading up to the wedding to create a timeline that made sense based on our preferences (first look, family photos prior to ceremony, etc) and their years of event photography experience. After about 2 weeks or so, we just received our Sneak Peek album. Seeing these photos was like falling in love all over again. We cannot recommend Emily Wren Photography & Associates enough.
Anna G
5.0
8/10/2023
We recently received our pictures back from our wedding and WOW!! They are so beautiful. I felt like I was reliving the day all over again as I was going through them. Emily was such a pleasure to work with throughout this whole experience. She was very responsive about any questions that we had. We had Sarah as our lead photographer and Nick on our wedding day. They were so fun to work with and really ensured we stayed on our timeline. Sarah made sure that I got every shot that I wanted and did such an amazing job capturing the entire day. Sarah also did my engagement shoot and she was so flexible throughout the process. We had bad weather on the day of our shoot and she went out of her way to push the engagement shoot up to an earlier time to avoid the rain. It was such a pleasure working with Emily's entire team. I cannot recommend enough!
Brianna D
5.0
7/30/2023
We had a great experience working with Emily and her team. Emily was so communicative and helpful throughout the whole process. Sarah was our lead photographer with Caroline as the second shooter. They were efficient, professional and incredible to work with! We had some rain on our wedding day and Sarah was able to navigate the challenge with ease, all while managing a 16 person bridal party and all of our immediate family to get every shot! They treated us like friends through the whole day, and really put a lot of care into our wedding. We could not imagine the day without the Emily Wren team. You will not regret working with Emily, the team will be the easiest and most professional vendor you work with for your wedding!
Julianne K
5.0
7/26/2023
Having the opportunity to work with Emily & Nick to photograph our wedding was the most incredible experience and completely exceeded my expectations. Emily is incredibly organized, communicative, thorough, and an overall expert at her craft. She is a pleasure to work with from start to finish.
And Nick?! What. A. Gem. Emily and Nick are highly professional, kind, and the absolute best duo to be hanging with before /during your wedding.
Emily adds such beautiful details & surprises to her work. I couldn’t believe my eyes when she sent me all of the edited photos (in about a month nonetheless!). She & Nick captured so much love and joy. The photos are light, airy, romantic, and look completely authentic / candid.
While planning the wedding, a dear friend and newborn photographer herself, emphasized the importance of prioritizing your photographer when researching/budgeting for vendors. Best. Advice. Ever. We will cherish these photos forever! đź’ž
Christina K
5.0
7/26/2023
Hiring Emily was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding day, and we're eternally grateful for the beautiful and emotional photos she captured of us and our guests. Our friends and family can't stop raving about how kind, organized, and caring she and her team were; she made everyone feel comfortable (not posed or rushed) in front of the camera and kept the day moving with ease.
Not to mention, leading up to the wedding, Emily organized multiple meetings to iron out all the details, ensuring our timeline was custom to how we wanted the day to flow. When we had rain on our wedding day, she quickly pivoted and offered new solutions and locations to shoot, all while sticking to the timeline and limiting any stress. Save yourself some time and hire Emily as soon as you possibly can. She's a true artist whose caring nature exudes from her work.
Amanda D
5.0
3/20/2023
From the moment we got engaged (honestly, even before then), I knew I wanted Emily to photograph our wedding. I had followed her on instagram for a while by then, and her ability to capture pure, authentic joy and love is, in my opinion, second to none. We met with Emily as soon as we picked our date and connected with her right away. She is kind, warm, and so supportive. Even when our wedding planning became a disaster, and we changed venues to an entirely different state, her enthusiasm for us and her commitment to our day never wavered. On our wedding day, she and her husband Gregg radiated the same joy and enthusiasm as us. We felt so comfortable with them capturing our day, like our best friends were behind the cameras. Our photos came out perfect, even more than I thought possible. She never felt intrusive in moments, blending into the background, but ensuring every photo we wanted was captured. Her editing style is timeless and authentic, which was important to us both as an interracial couple (usually, filters tend to flatter one of us more than the other).
Gregg was our videographer, too, and he needs as much of a loving shout out as Emily. We hadn’t met Gregg prior to our wedding day, but we knew having a husband & wife team would result in magic. We were right! Every time I watch our video back, I cry like a baby. Gregg caught the most beautiful moments of our day, even moments I missed myself. Paired with our photos, our day really comes alive again. Watching Emily and Gregg bounce ideas off each other, too, was such a fun experience. The best advice I have for brides is: (1) do not skip videography, and (2) if you book Emily, you have to book Gregg, too!
If it isn’t obvious enough already, from the bottom of my heart I cannot say enough good things about Emily, Gregg, and their teams. If we could do it all again with them, I would in a heartbeat. For us, we knew photos and video would be the most important investment so the memories of our day never leave us. I couldn’t be any happier with the memories we will have for the rest of our lives, and can’t wait to share them with our children one day.
Jenna B
5.0
1/19/2023
Our family has been working with Emily Wren since 2016. She first captured our engagement photos followed by our Wedding Day. Shorty after we welcomed our first child and she was by our side to document the first year (a newborn session, a 6 month session and a 1 year session). Now, here we are one year after welcoming our second child and we just finished up documenting the first year with Emily again. To say it’s an absolute pleasure to work with Emily is an understatement. Not only does she capture the most beautiful natural photographs but she’s so incredibly kind and professional and makes everyone, including very energetic toddlers and exhausted parents comfortable and at ease! She’s flexible and accommodating and always catches those most special and perfect moments in her photographs. We’ve worked together in every kind of setting over the last nearly 7 years, from the city to the suburbs to the beach to woodsy parks and across all 4 of the seasons! Our home is filled with her beautiful work. We receive so many compliments on all of the photos she’s taken over the years. Our extended family still raves about the work she did for our wedding back in 2016! We highly recommend Emily Wren Photography whether you’re newly engaged, expanding your family or simply looking to capture a moment in time with your family. We know you will be just as delighted as we are with her truly gorgeous work!
Lauren V
5.0
1/05/2023
Our wedding day was captured brilliantly by Emily's team. Sarah and Talya were consummate professionals from start to finish. They ensured we got every shot we wanted, and were happy to take our feedback to avoid shots we did not want. The two of them knew when to take charge and corral large groups of people, as well as fade to the background to capture intimate moments. We were so excited to get our hands on both the Sneak Peek and full set of photos, and we couldn't be happier with the look and quality of the photos. We would absolutely recommend Emily, Sarah, and Talya to anyone getting married in the Philly area.
Christina M
5.0
12/31/2022
Emily Wren was the first vendor we booked after the venue and it was one of the best decisions, we made during the entire wedding process! Photography is so important to us and we knew Emily and her team were the best through reviews and following her on social media for a few years prior to getting engaged. Not only is her editing beautiful but also, she has an eye for capturing the perfect moment and capturing the light in such a way that makes her photos stand out. After first inquiring, Emily sent over a beautiful and professional package with her story, photo packages and pricing. We decided to book the package that allowed us to include an engagement shoot and I definitely recommend! It was a great way to get to know Emily a bit before the wedding and her shooting style. During the entire process everything was a breeze. She responded right away, gave us an easy way to schedule any meeting with her and a very detailed timeline for the wedding day! She even hopped on a call with our planner to make sure everyone was on the same page. During the day of the wedding Emily and her associate photographer Caroline were wonderful to work with. Together they were able to capture all the moments we wanted to remember and all the ones we weren't there to see. They knew exactly when and where to make suggestions and when and where to capture those impromptu moments. Ken especially appreciated Caroline keeping him and the groomsmen organized but light hearted before the ceremony. We are forever grateful for Emily Wren and her team capturing our day. The photos are stunning, beautifully captured and something we will cherish for the rest of our lives! We cannot wait to see how the wedding album turns out next and excited to continue to work with Emily for a couple months more. Her professionalism and wonderful personality made this whole process a pleasure for us. We could not recommend Emily and her team enough and hope to continue to have Emily capture more of our most important life moments in the future.
torey b
5.0
12/31/2022
It was a pleasure working with Emily and her team. We couldn't have asked for better engagement and wedding pictures. She was able to capture our special day and exceeded our expectations. We are always getting asked about who out photographer was for our wedding. We could not recommend her enough.
Elizabeth L
5.0
12/21/2022
Emily was the the first vendor I booked after choosing our venue. Photography and videography were incredibly important to me so I did a LOT of research and sent out a ton of inquiries. From the beginning, Emily was the perfect mix of professional, personable, and skillful. She sent over a beautiful and straight forward price guide, made it easy to schedule appointments, and answered all of my questions without hesitation. Emily was flexible with our engagement shoot date due to inclement weather, was the first of our vendors to send over a day-of schedule (and boy was it detailed - my type A planner heart was absolutely giddy), and completely put us at ease during our shoots (we are definitely not naturals). On our wedding day, Emily and her associate Nick were an absolute blast and pleasure to work with and be around. They did incredible work all while blending into the crowd and letting us enjoy our day to the fullest. The best thing a vendor can do for you is put your hearts and minds at ease and that is exactly what Emily did. Highly recommend!!!
Michelle L
5.0
12/21/2022
We loved working with Emily and her team for our wedding, they were spectacular!! From the beginning they sent us a lovely gift to congratulate us on our engagement, to being professional/making it feel natural during our engagement shoot and to being timely, professional, and fun throughout our wedding day. They really made it easy and not stressful, especially as a bride who doesn’t like her photo taken ;) We booked Sarah as our lead photographer and she was AMAZING!! She kept everyone moving and made the day effortless, we were on time for everything! We couldn’t have asked for a better capture of our special day and highly recommend Emily and her team, they are all truly special :)
Breanna L
5.0
10/11/2022
Plainly and directly spoken, having chosen Emily Wren Photography was one of the best decisions we made in planning our wedding. Emily did our engagement photos months earlier, and from that initial experience, we knew we had hired a kind, capable photographer to capture Us the way we envisioned. Come the day of our wedding, Emily, along with her teammate Nick, took it one step further, deftly capturing not just all of our most important moments, but all of the seemingly little details that made our day special.
Their ability to help organize our time made sure we didn’t stress when organizing all our different group shots to get all the combinations of photos we wanted, and their guidance and flexibility ensured no little moment or detail was missed. They organically worked with us, and they felt like integral parts of our event… we still have guests who give us compliments on how impressed they were with our photography crew, and a few couples asked us for details for their own events ahead!!
We can’t thank Emily and her team enough and are so happy with their work. Wholeheartedly recommend Emily Wren photography for any couple looking to capture their wedding in its best light!
Jenna S
5.0
9/27/2022
From her responsiveness, honesty, kind demeanor, and beautiful work, Emily is the best of the best! She is so extremely talented and we couldn’t be happier with how our wedding photos turned out. Despite not doing an engagement shoot, Emily was able to get to know us prior to our wedding and suggest all of the best poses for my husband and I on the day of. Her calm yet fun personality was a perfect match for me and my girls while we were getting ready and during bridal party photos. Her associate Nick (our second shooter) is a breath of fresh air and brought the energy to keep the nerves at bay. We were also very lucky to have had Nick capture a special small backyard “wedding” last year with my 95 year old grandfather. These pictures from Emily and Nick are ones we will truly cherish forever and we couldn’t be more grateful for the role they played in our wedding(s)!
Carolina A
5.0
9/11/2022
Getting Emily and her husband, Gregg, to capture our wedding was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our whole wedding. From the first phone call, Emily was so warm and easy to work with and made us feel like were in great hands - she understood exactly what we wanted and assuaged all of our fears. We had the same experience when we later decided to add on videography and had a phone call with her husband, Gregg. On the day of, Emily and Gregg made my husband and me, who are both pretty awkward in front of the camera, feel completely at ease. They were not at all intrusive but made sure to grab us for shots and gave us just enough direction, capturing the most natural shots of us and the vibe of the whole wedding. They were such a delight to have around and went above and beyond their duties as photographer/videographer, even helping me with my bustle! The entire day we were feeling so thankful that we had the opportunity to work with them. After the day, Emily was very communicative about when we’d be getting everything and flexible about deadlines. We are absolutely thrilled with the end product and will forever be grateful to have gotten them as a team to capture our special day! Truly couldn’t recommend Emily and Gregg more highly.
Chloe D
5.0
8/30/2022
Emily Wren is THE most incredible wedding photographer! She held meetings with us before the wedding to work out all the details and timelines, was on time and ready to go the day of, and took the most beautiful, natural, candid pictures with her second photographer Nick. My husband and I were worried we would look awkward because we didn't have an engagement photoshoot and we didn't practice our angles, but we were shocked how beautiful and natural we looked in every single photo. We also asked her to try to take photos of each of our guests to send in thank you cards, and our guests were obsessed with the pictures they got because they looked so great in them!
One other thing to note is Emily's editing skills. I've seen wedding pictures where photographers edit the pictures into oblivion and faces look washed out and almost mannequin-like. Emily's photos truly just made us look like the best versions of ourselves, and the way we look in our photos reflects how happy and beautiful we felt on our wedding day. Wedding photos will be the one tangible thing you will have after your wedding, so go for the best, and the best is Emily Wren!
Marissa M
5.0
8/05/2022
We reserved our date with Emily within days of booking our venue because photography was such a high priority for us (and I had been secretly stalking her Instagram account for months before we even got engaged because I loved her photography style). Throughout our whole planning process, including our engagement shoot to our wedding day, Emily was incredibly sweet, professional, and also displayed such passion for her art. She was so easy to work with and made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera despite both my husband and I feeling nervous to be in the spotlight at first. The photos we have received are more beautiful than we could have imagined, and she captured all the genuine emotions we felt during our day. We keep looking back through our photos to relive the day and we are so happy that we were able to work with Emily and her second photographer, Angela! We cannot recommend Emily and her team enough if you want timeless, beautiful photos of your wedding day!
Toni Nicole M
5.0
7/14/2022
What a journey it has been with Emily and what an incredible job she has done at capturing every special moment along the way! From our first engagement shoot in Summer 2019, to our covid elopement and "Mini-mony" in a backyard on our original wedding date in May 2020, to our (many times rescheduled) wedding celebration in May 2022, Emily was along for the ride at every turn. No matter the circumstances (including less-than-ideal weather conditions on all 3 of these dates) Emily was there to support us while taking the most beautiful photos. Her talent is undeniable, but she is also extremely communicative and organized--you can tell how much she genuinely cares! We are so grateful that she was such an important part of these special moments in our lives and look forward to having her capture more of them in the years to come. Hiring her is one of the best wedding planning decisions you can possibly make!
Monica B
5.0
7/13/2022
Wow, we truly can't say enough good things about working with Emily Wren. As soon as we saw her portfolios online, we knew we wanted to work with her and her team, and we are SO glad we had the opportunity to do so. Emily made the process stress-free and easy for us from the beginning and we knew immediately we were in the best and most capable hands. Emily and her awesome associate photographer Nick Antony shot our wedding day. Because of their obvious expertise, efficiency and warmth, we were able to stay truly present and fully enjoy our wedding day like we'd always dreamed. In the end, we have STUNNING photos that capture the true feeling of the day and a photographic story that allows us to joyfully relive it over and over. We are forever grateful to Emily and Nick and we highly highly recommend booking them for your wedding!
Shane M
5.0
6/25/2022
Absolutely awesome photography and videography! We couldn't be happier. Super nice, organized, and professional!
Kristen K
5.0
6/20/2022
One of the most valuable things you will need on your wedding day, is an absolutely amazing photographer to truly capture not just the moments of the day, but the essence of it. If you're looking for that - hire Emily and her team today! There aren't enough nice things I can say about Emily and her team. Not only is Emily professional, responsive, organized, flexible and a joy to work with, she is absolutely amazing at what she does. Our guests were so impressed with our engagement photos, they keep asking when we will receive pictures because they equally cannot wait to see what was captured on our special day!
One of the things we loved about Emily and her team most was their willingness to be flexible on our wedding day. Sadly Mother Nature didn't fully align with our plans and our day started out with rain, then cleared up in time for our ceremony. While most photographers could have chosen to cut down time on capturing certain shots, Emily and her team were creative in finding new locations to capture images, were constantly checking radar and the weather to sneak us outside when possible, and simply made the most of every opportunity in the day to ensure she captured everything we asked for and more.
If you're looking for someone to help you relive every moment of your special day, and fall in love all over again every time you look through your wedding album, Emily is hands down the photographer to hire and one of the best investments you will ever make on your wedding day!
Diana D
5.0
6/06/2022
Everything you read about Emily Wren Photography is true. The team is so professional, a pleasure to work with, and so talented.
For our May 2022 wedding we worked with Emily and Nick for photography and Gregg and David for video.
From the first call Emily made us feel comfortable and confident in her abilities. We did our engagement shoot with her in Old City, and it was a great way to get to know her, understand her style, and get more comfortable in front of the camera before the wedding day. I would definitely recommend doing your engagement pictures with her too.
On the day of the wedding the team was all over it — they knew where they needed to be when, and kept us on schedule. The most impressive thing was that they did it in such a casual, comfortable way. It really kept the day feeling light and fun. Multiple people even commented on how well they blended into the day while still capturing all the moments, big and small.
I absolutely recommend working with Emily Wren Photography.
Crystal A
5.0
1/12/2022
Short Story - Book Emily, you won't regret it! Long Story - We planned our wedding for June 2020 but of course had many, many date changes due to Covid. Emily and team were so professional, responsive, understanding, and helpful with every question, update, and request thrown at them and we know we weren't the only ones doing this! In 2019, we had a beautiful engagement session with our photographer Ashley who made us feel so comfortable and captured us perfectly. We were both a little nervous since we're not photographed often, but Ashley threw out some cues that made it all feel so natural. 18 months (and 3 date changes) later, our wedding day team of Ashley and Gabby continued the amazing work and captured everything we wanted from the perfect fall day! Gabby even gathered up some leaves to toss in the air for Ashley to capture as they fell around us! They worked well together to capture all the color and whimsical essence of everything. The final gallery that Emily shared with us was everything we could have wanted to have to remember our long awaited celebration! You will love working with Emily and team every step of the way!
Catherine B
5.0
1/07/2022
I don't write reviews unless they are absolutely warranted, and I truly believe Emily deserves this one! She was an absolute dream to work with. Emily was extremely responsive, helpful, and so incredibly sweet. I never thought that a photographer could contribute so much to ease my nerves on my wedding day, but she really was a key player! Emily made me feel so relaxed, and she truly made the process so much fun :) I could not thank or recommend her enough for her skilled and professional work!
Kelley B
5.0
12/28/2021
We found Emily on Instagram & instantly LOVED her work! All of her photos were so timeless, gorgeous & natural. There was something about her style that matched our vision & felt it would capture our day wonderfully. After touring our wedding venue, one of the many questions they asked was if we had a photographer in mind, my now husband & I looked at each other & both shared that Emily Wren was our top choice. Our point of contact for the venue replied, “if she is available book her! She is the best & a dream to work with.” That was all that we needed to hear to solidify things. She then replied that photography & videography are both such an important aspect of your day that you will have forever. She shared with us regrets she had for her own wedding day & not spending quality money for someone who could be the best storyteller.
From our first meeting, Emily not only made us feel relaxed & comfortable, she was just so genuine. It was clear she is an expert in her craft & absolutely adores her job. We got to know Emily during our engagement photo session. She continued to made us feel like an enhanced version of ourselves & captured our love even more beautifully than we could have ever imagined. Emily, her husband, Gregg, who was also our videographer & the rest of the team were simply the best!! We were lucky to have had Nick & James capture our day too— my gosh are they awesome! They truly kept things lighthearted & fun throughout the day. Not only are they all beyond talented, they are all such great human beings too. One example of their kind hearts & souls - I have a sister with special needs & absolutely despises the cold, without thinking, Gregg took off his jacket & gave it to her to stay warm in between photos. This simple action speaks volumes of how above & beyond everyone was willing to go for us & without question.
Emily, Gregg & the entire team had such a beautiful vision for our day. When weather & time were not fully on our side, Emily was our sense of calm. She was quick to think & made sure to have a back out plan. Together, they made everything even more perfect than we could have ever dreamed of. Our sneak peek alone is just phenomenal. We cannot wait to see the rest! Words cannot express our gratitude. Highly recommend Emily & her team capturing your wedding day or whatever it may be — you won’t regret it!
Juliana H
5.0
12/23/2021
I originally hired Emily Wren and later rescheduled with her associates due to our COVID-delayed wedding. Though I was initially disappointed, her associates truly delivered. Gabby lead the team with her professional manner and ensured every shot I asked for was accounted for in a beautifully artistic way. Nick, the second shooter, was a burst of energy who kept the day light and fun. Later, Emily worked to edit all photos to feel consistent with her brand's light and airy style. Emily and her associates are top professionals in their field. They work closely with you through several meetings, questionnaires, and advice to deliver photography that meets your vision. I could not recommend Emily Wren & her associates more. Thank you for giving us the wedding photos of our dreams.
Abigail L
5.0
12/23/2021
Emily was absolutely fantastic to work with from the engagement shoot to our wedding, and everything in between. She is professional, warm, responsive, and her quality of work is worth every penny. I hope to hire Emily to photograph future life events and I can't wait to be able to work with her again.
Alice S
5.0
12/17/2021
We do not have enough wonderful things to say about working with Emily Wren Photography! Emily was such a pleasure to work with - she was timely with her responses and organized throughout the whole process. From our engagement photos to our wedding photos, we could not stop looking at them. Sarah and Anthony were able to capture so many unforgettable moments in such an authentic way at our wedding. In addition to their artistic talents, they were both professional and so fun to work with. We are forever grateful to have had our special day so effortlessly captured. We would absolutely recommend Emily Wren Photography. From the bottom of our hearts, thank you Emily, Sarah, and Anthony.
Jennifer H
5.0
12/14/2021
Not only did we have the pleasure of working with Emily and her awesome team once, but we were lucky enough to have her photograph both our micro-wedding in 2020, and our larger celebration in 2021. She was incredibly fantastic to work with through the uncertainty of COVID and always made decisions based on safety, which we really appreciated. Our photos are stunning, and we are so glad we chose Emily to capture the true mood of each one of our events. To top it off, we used Emily's husband, Gregg, for videography. Our first video was gorgeous, and we are excitedly waiting to see what video-magic he made for our celebration! My husband and I have already been talking about using Emily for our family photos for years to come.
Dani D
5.0
12/09/2021
Hands down the most AMAZING wedding photographer!! My husband and I can't stop looking at all of the photos taken from our wedding day, one is simply more beautiful than the next. She captured everyone and everything perfectly that evening. I was also a covid bride, originally scheduled to be married on October 3, 2020 - but we unfortunately had to postpone to October 9, 2021. Emily and her entire team made the transition so effortless and easy for us. It also gave me another year to get to know Emily, and I am so happy to not only call her my wedding vendor, but a good friend. Without hesitation, I would book her over and over again. The light and airy photos are exactly what I wanted and now my best friends are getting engaged and looking into her as well for their weddings! Wish I could do the whole day over again, I wouldn't change one thing!
Noelle M
5.0
11/13/2021
Whatever you do you, you HAVE to hire Emily Wren Photography for your wedding! Emily and her entire team were a dream to work with! They were so professional but also so fun and made everyone feel so comfortable! The pictures are truly to die for and we can’t stop looking at them. Thank you x 100000 Emily, Gregg, Nick, and Stan!
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