Rooted Image Photography

se with the process. Emily’s attention to detail and organization were incredible — she was always on time, communicated clearly, and went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day. She even stepped in to help find the bustles on my dress when seeing myself and my mom getting all panicked. She didn’t have to do that, but chose to, and to me that shows how amazing of a person she is. The photos she took are absolutely breathtaking and help us to relive all the feelings and emotions from our wedding day.

talented, and, just as importantly, so kind and calming. She brought such a reassuring presence to the day, which was exactly what we needed. She guided us through every moment with ease, helping us feel natural and relaxed in front of the camera. What could have felt awkward turned into something fun and effortless, all thanks to her direction and positive energy. Everything ran so smoothly because of her, and we felt completely confident and taken care of throughout. One moment that stands out especially was when we weren’t sure if our videographer would make it — without hesitation, she stepped in to offer her support and went above and beyond to help us feel at ease. That kind of care meant the world to us. While we’re so excited to see the final photos, we’re even more grateful for the experience of having her as part of our day. She helped make it feel truly special, and we can’t thank her enough. We recommend her to absolutely everyone, and we hope our paths cross again someday!

as running behind, they quickly reworked our photo timeline so we could still get the photos we wanted and have our ceremony at the planned time. Their communication with us and each other was an all-around valuable asset. As far as photos go, my husband and I are a bit camera-shy, but Emily discussed this with us ahead of time and she gave us extra direction and encouragement which made it easy to just enjoy the day and each other. We were both shocked at how low stress it ended up being and how much fun we had. Thank you guys for documenting our big day! My friends and family are still messaging me about how amazing the photos are, and we had a great time working with you both.

ched—every photo she captured was stunning, authentic, and full of emotion. You can truly see the passion she has for her work in every single shot. But what made the experience even more special was Emily herself. She is not only professional, organized, and detail-oriented, but also one of the kindest and most genuine people we’ve ever met. By the end of the process, it didn’t just feel like we had hired a photographer—it felt like we had gained a friend. Choosing Emily was hands down one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. If you’re looking for someone who will beautifully capture your most important moments and make the experience enjoyable and stress-free, look no further than Rooted Image Photography. You won’t regret it!

felt completely at ease leading up to the big day. On our wedding day, she was not only professional but also such a calming and positive presence. She helped with everything from organizing photos to keeping us on schedule, while still making the entire experience feel fun and effortless. The photos themselves are absolutely stunning. She captured every little detail, every emotion, and all of the in-between moments that truly tell the story of our wedding day. Looking through them feels like reliving the day all over again, and we could not be more thankful for the memories she preserved for us. What impressed us most was how much she cared and how hard she worked the entire day. She kept going for the full ten hours, always staying focused and engaged. She worked with us through unexpected delays and off-schedule moments, still managing to get every photo we had hoped for. She even helped capture special and tricky shots, like getting our dog to sit perfectly for the sweetest photo with flowers surrounding her face. When we ran into challenges with the bustle, she adjusted seamlessly and never once let us feel rushed or stressed. Emily also made sure we were comfortable every step of the way, checking in often and asking for our feedback to be sure we were happy. She truly went beyond the role of a photographer and felt like a friend cheering us on throughout the day. We are so grateful we had Emily by our side. If you are looking for someone who is talented, kind, organized, and dedicated to delivering the most beautiful photos while making you feel completely cared for, she is truly the best choice. 

is past June 2025 and we are so thrilled & grateful that we were able to work with Rooted Image Photography for so many reasons. To begin with the experience itself: Emily and Joe were everything we needed - organized, experienced, efficient, professional, and expert in terms of photography. Beyond the photography/pictures, they were *so much fun* - they were so full of joy, flexible and communicative, with a great sense of humor and so much positivity. They had every picture (with each family member who they knew by name, each pose etc) planned out ahead of time, knew all of our family by name, and worked hard to keep us on our schedule which was truly what made the day so smooth. I appreciated specifically how well Emily communicated with me throughout the whole day (letting me know where we were at, and asking if we wanted to make any changes or adjustments to the schedule as we went etc). She truly knew what she was doing and her advice with each matter was incredibly helpful. My husband and I are not what you would call natural posers and have not been photographed on many occasions so we weren't sure what to expect - Emily and Joe made it so easy and fun not just for us but also for our families and our 18 person bridal party. Emily and Joe knew exactly how to place each person and did so quickly - we were able to get every photo we wanted without sacrificing time away from our wedding & we made it to cocktail hour as we hoped (we didn't do a first look)! We loved that we didn't feel like we spent our entire wedding just posing for pictures. I have been in a few weddings before with multiple friends/bridesmaids and all of us agreed that Emily was our favorite - she was so lovely and added so much happiness to the day but never overstepped. In regards to the photos - they could not have done a better job!!!!!!!! The quality of the photos themselves are fantastic, but as it is with photography it is truly the eye behind the camera that matters. Emily and Joe captured such important & candid moments (even when we had no idea they were happening!) that genuinely tell the story and emotions of the day. Our day was perfect and magical and to look at the pictures is reliving it exactly as it was. The day went by so quickly but having the photos that hold everything in time is so cool. One thing that I really wanted to avoid was focusing on the look of my wedding/pictures over the meaning & purpose behind it - Emily and Joe made this possible and it is very evident in the photos how authentic the experience was because of them. We plan on never having another wedding but would absolutely work with Rooted Image Photography again and again and again. They are absolutely the best and we cannot recommend them enough <3

he’s also so personable and easy to work with. It felt like we had a friend by our side all day. Our wedding ended up being a bit chaotic because it rained all morning and we weren’t sure if the weather would clear in time. The ceremony even started late in response to the rain, shifting our entire timeline, but Emily handled everything with so much grace and calm amongst the chaos. She was completely on top of it, adjusting to the changes while still making sure to capture every moment we wanted without ever making us feel rushed or stressed. Our entire wedding party, our families, and even our guests kept telling us how much they loved her. I would 100% recommend her to anyone looking for not just a photographer, but someone who truly cares about your day and will go above and beyond to make sure it’s beautifully captured. Thank you Emily for being such an important part of our big day. We will cherish the incredible moments you captured forever!!!

riends commented on how great Emily and her team at Rooted Images were - they were there to capture all the big moments like both our grandpas on the dancefloor or when I was dancing with my waffle fries - and she fit right in. Emily made sure we had enough time to do everything we wanted on the day of (for family photos and made it to cocktail hour). She also made sure we captured all of the photos we wanted. The process was so easy and we absolutely love going through our engagement and wedding photos. The hardest decision we have is which ones to hang up!

ine presence—exactly the kind of energy you want around you on your wedding day. She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera and captured every special moment so beautifully and effortlessly. Her eye for detail is unmatched, and every photo we received felt like it was pulled straight from a magazine. She managed to capture not only the big moments but also the in-between glances, laughter, and tears that made our day so meaningful. Looking through our gallery felt like reliving the day all over again. Emily is professional, responsive, organized, and truly passionate about her craft. You can tell she pours her heart into her work, and it absolutely shows. If you’re looking for someone who will document your day in the most authentic and stunning way—**Rooted Image Photography is it.** We are beyond grateful to have had Emily as part of our wedding, and we will treasure these photos forever. 💛

as very particular with her work.. a quality you want your photographer to have!! My wedding day was a long day.. going to three different locations.. and at each location, both Emily(s) were ready to go! They were friendly and very personable! Even more of a surprise, we got our wedding photos back early! I was very happy with this as I wanted to gift our moms the pictures for Mother’s Day and I had ample time to get the wedding photos printed and ready to go for Mother’s Day! They really captured a lot of awesome photos through out the whole day.. love seeing the pictures of the things I didn’t really take in that day and also the photos of the groomsmen and other photos that I was not physically there for. Overall would 10/10 recommend.. you would be foolish to not chose Rooted Image 🤍

r entire wedding planning process. She took our engagement photos (in addition to photographing our wedding) and always made us feel comfortable in front of the camera, and was always above and beyond responsive with any general planning questions as well. On top of all of this, her photos are BEAUTIFUL. They’re crystal clear, highlight natural colors, and capture “us” as a couple. The day-of, Emily was our ultimate advocate and a large part of helping make our day so smooth and easy. And finally, after the wedding, she went above and beyond to help design our wedding photo album - she expedited her design process in order to help us beat an order deadline so we could save some money on an album promotion. The album is a work of ART. All of this to say… choose Rooted Image Photography and Emily for your wedding day - she is by your side from start to finish, looking out for your best interests, and the photos themselves are PHENOMENAL. Thank you, Emily!

Emily went above and beyond to make sure every photo and photo combination could be accomplished. From their organization, professionalism, and positive energy- you can not go wrong with choosing Rooted Image Photography!

free as possible. She was very organized, enthusiastic, and dedicated. I'll be recommending Rooted Image again, and again, and again. I can't wait to look at my wedding photos over and over again. Thank you Emily for being so kind, accommodating, responsive, and funny!

r do our engagement photos as well, and her images are so beautiful! She doesn't edit the photos with a lot of filters, so you're able to appreciate the natural beauty of her images. I've been in multiple weddings where the photographers are pushy and aggressive, but Emily and Joe were so easy to work with and made us feel comfortable and easy-going throughout the day, while also making sure we got all the photos that we wanted! I would recommend them to anyone getting married if you want great photos and a great experience! They truly felt like a part of our wedding experience, not just a vendor!

big day. Their friendly demeanor and professional approach helped us relax and enjoy the experience. Throughout the event, they captured every precious moment beautifully, and the candid shots truly reflect the joy and love of the day. We received a stunning collection of photos that we will cherish forever. If you’re looking for a photographer who not only delivers exceptional work but also makes you feel comfortable and confident, look no further! Highly recommend!

hing come wedding day. Her services not only went above and beyond but her ability to capture each intimate and special moment throughout the day was second to none! Additionally, her ability to make you feel present and in the moment throughout the entire day made it all the more memorable for us. We would recommend Emily to anyone looking for a photographer that’s going to capture their day perfectly and be able to look back with immense joy every year after.

n amazing day. Very easy and fun to work with

heir wedding photographer. From the start, Emily's professionalism was evident, making the wedding planning process feel seamless and stress-free. Her bubbly and enthusiastic personality added a special touch to our day, creating a joyful and relaxed atmosphere that really enhanced our experience. Emily and Joe captured every moment beautifully, and their attention to detail was remarkable. Their work exceeded our expectations and contributed greatly to making our wedding day unforgettable. We couldn’t have asked for a better team to document our special day!

rked with her for our engagement photos as well as the photos for our big day. We booked an 8 hour package and she made everything run so smoothly. During the wedding photos she was great at making us feel at ease and getting great natural looking photos. We usually are very awkward and photos and she made us look great. She had wonderful ideas for poses and worked with us when we wanted quite a few family pictures in limited time. She added so much fun and energy to our wedding day. Our photos turned out amazing and we had SO many to choose from. She captured every part of our day that we wanted and more! We highly recommend her for your wedding day, you will not be disappointed.

say about Emily and her photography. I got married in June, and the experience is still fresh in my mind. I am not the most photogenic person. I am not great at taking directions from photographers. I do not understand angles or lighting at all. Emily’s style made me feel comfortable to try all of her suggestions. Emily had asked what kinds of pictures/poses were important to me. She made sure to get to everything. She had the day organized down to the minute. She has paperwork for you to complete prior to your wedding day that helps her to sort out the details, and it took all the decision-making out of the wedding day so we could just run on autopilot. It made for such an stress-free flow to the day. Emily was honest too about poses or settings that were not working the way she wanted them to. She wanted to make sure we got pictures that would translate well as prints. Her knowledge and expertise guided the day, and we have so many amazing moments captured in pictures. Emily is very personable. She is super easy to talk to. She is kind and professional. Her attitude made us so comfortable around her, and like I said, we are not good picture people lol. Even after the day was over, she checked in with me. Throughout the wedding day, she was making sure we were getting the pictures we wanted as well. Not to mention, I received my pictures a week after our wedding! One week!! Her style tells a story. I find myself reliving not just the moments but the emotions of the day with each picture I see. I hope you choose Rooted Image Photography. I hope take this review to heart. I want everyone to be as happy with their wedding/event pictures as I am. 💗

e entire process of working with Emily was so smooth and easy. Our wedding day ran so well and I never felt like we were behind on time or rushed at all. Emily works so efficiently, even our family photos were super quick & smooth (despite the amount of people and type of people lol). Emily and her second shooter (also Emily) were such a joy to spend our wedding day with! I will never recommend any other photographer except for Rooted Image. The proof is truly in her beautiful work. There’s not a single photo we got back that I wasn’t in awe over! I am so grateful to have our special day captured in such a way that for years we will be able to look back and relive all these moments from start to finish. Emily’s expertise, professionalism, and kind & outgoing personality make her the perfect choice for anything you need a photographer for, but especially for your wedding day!

icated with us, worked to create a schedule that fit all of our "must-have" moments, and reworked the schedule day-of as needed for our timeline. We appreciated that Emily and Melissa checked in with us throughout our wedding day, went everywhere and anywhere we asked on our venue, and went above and beyond!

hroughout the whole process. Emily spent a significant amount of time helping to plan all of the shots we wanted and to come up with a timeline to make it all happen. Then day of, Emily and Zarah were so kind, bubbly, and fun while also helping to keep us on track with our schedule. They made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and guided us on how to pose. The photos are timeless and classic but still creative and artistic. They also did a great job incorporating our dog into the photos! I can’t recommend Rooted Image photography enough!

ith her and she made my day so special.

erfect fit for our wedding day. Both Emily & Melissa were so fun, personable and made everyone feel comfortable while taking pictures. We couldn’t be happier with our photos!!! Highly recommend :)

with Emily and Rooted Image! From the first time I meet Emily at a bridal show to the time I said goodbye to her that night, she truly felt like a friend and was a huge component to what I considered a pretty stress-less planning process. Emily turned around the day of timeline with ease and kept us on track throughout the day. Her and her second shooter Brian felt like a part of the bridal party for the day. Brian made sure the groomsman looked put together by fixing their pocket squares and even helped my sister bustle my dress so it could get done quickly. Their presence truly had an impact on our day, which is something I don’t you’ll find with every photographer. Now for the pictures. We are blown away with how great the pictures came out and how good she made us look. As two people who aren’t big picture people we were convinced we looked awkward while taking the pictures but the end result was anything but! The pictures sincerely captured the beauty of scenery, the happiness we felt, and fun that was had by all. And how quickly she turned around our gallery, was a huge and unexpected bonus. You will not be disappointed if you choose Emily and Rooted Image Photography as your wedding photographer!

res. Professionalism, attention to detail, and proactive thinking make them the ideal choice. If you’re still looking for the right for photographer for your special event look no further. I highly recommend Rooted Image for anyone seeking outstanding photography.

instantly clicked with our personalities and the style that she captures. The month leading up to the wedding was super stressful. Emily took the time to call me, ask a few questions, and started working on our day of timeline for the wedding. Having this information helped create more organization for the day and gave me a better idea of what to expect. The week of the wedding, I noticed rain and cold weather on the forecast. I always envisioned my ceremony being outside. Emily called me because she could tell I was stressed. She took the time to talk to me as a friend and let me know that no matter what happens, everything is going to be OK. If it rained - she has plans for that. If it didn’t rain, wonderful - we can still stick to the normal schedule. It was a breath of fresh air that I needed with words of encouragement right before the big day. It meant so much to me! <3 She also highly encouraged me that if it was not raining, to still have the ceremony outside because that is MY dream. I took Emily's advice, and the day of the wedding the rain held out and we had the ceremony outside. Although it was cold, it made for the BEST pictures! The day of the wedding Emily and Laikyn (her assistant) were absolutely amazing to work with! She kept all of us on schedule, knew the best angles for the photos, and was keen on the details. She would tell me where to put my hand or adjust my veil, hair, etc. My family and friends all had so many amazing compliments to say about Emily during and after the wedding. They LOVED working with her just as much as I did. Emily truly felt like part of the family on our wedding day and I will always consider her a close friend! <3 Our wedding day was truly a dream come true in every way possible! Now we get to relive the best day of our lives through the STUNNING photos that Rooted Image Photography captured <3 She delivered 900 stunning photos, truly capturing every second of our day. I'm speechless, grateful, and filled with so much joy and love! Rooted Image Photography is a MUST to book.

ng Emily and her husband we did not want to meet another photography team. Between their amazing personalities and pictures we knew they were the ones. Emily did our engagement photos & wedding. We had an absolute blast with her! She made the whole process so easy and relaxing (since this was our first ever professional photos together). Emily is so organized and was beyond helpful!! She was just a text or phone call away at any point to help us through the wedding planning journey. Emily felt like part of our family, esp. during our wedding day. Her and her team blended right into the family event. Everyone loved them!! Thank you Emily, Brian and Joe for everything!

er craft and about those she works with. Short Review: If you want to feel like you are working with a good friend while receiving high-quality photos then you have to go with Rooted Image. Consultative: I've never been involved in this process before and Emily's experience and willingness to share was incredibly helpful. She always made sure to understand our vision and then utilized her experience to make it reality while also offering her suggestions. Candid Moments: We were initially drawn to Rooted Image because of the candid moments & authentic feel of their portfolio and I'm just so impressed with our final gallery. Emily captures more than just the standard photos. Whether it's a moment with a parent, a personal moment between the couple, or even just a quick look or facial expression, those easy to miss moments are all captured. Creativity: Emily goes far beyond the standard wedding photos. They utilized our venue very well when capturing the bride (e.g. mirror reflections), the groom, or our reception (e.g. utilizing higher view points). They also had cool ideas for capturing our guests by table and doing our wedding party shots. Technical: I don't know anything about photography so all I can do is judge based on my personal feelings and Rooted Image far exceeded my high expectations! We are beyond thrilled with our final gallery as it captured everything we had hoped in stunning quality. Organization & Planning: Throughout the entire process I always knew where we stood with Emily. If we owed her an answer, I knew my deadlines and she followed up if needed. If she was working on something she was super clear on timelines and kept us updated. Her wedding day packet was great to help us think through what needed to happen with photography the day-of, ensured we stayed on track, & received all the photos we wanted. Personal: Comfortable. That is the best way I can describe how I feel working with Emily. She is absolutely wonderful and truly cares about her clients on a personal level. She is friendly, genuine, and everything you could hope for not just in your wedding photographer but what I would want in a friend.

oses, photo angles and equipment. The quality of the photos we received were clear, crisp, and beautiful. Emily and Tim perfectly captured the emotion of our special day. They did not miss one moment of our wedding. Not only did they capture all of our ‘wanted’ moments, but they were also able to capture extra, surprise moments too. The day after the wedding, our guests commented about how warm and outgoing Emily & Tim were. They seamlessly fit into our special day. Throughout the entire wedding planning process, Emily was responsive, helpful, and reassuring. She took our engagement photos, which were equally as beautiful as our wedding photos. My husband and I would love to use Rooted Image Photography in our future, to capture more milestone moments. We highly recommend Emily, Tim, and the Rooted Image Photography team.

eel rushed while still capturing a ton of beautiful pictures. We got our photos back way sooner than expected and they were nothing short of amazing. Her photos are bright and crisp, which is exactly the style we were looking for. I laughed, cried and relived the day all over again which is what I've been saying I want to do since the wedding. She truly told the story of the day through her photography and I'm so, so grateful!

prior to ours. We could not have been more thrilled with both our engagement and wedding photos! Emily is so easy to reach, detail oriented, and your biggest cheerleader on such a high stakes day. Her timeline helped to build the timeline for other vendors and helped our day to run smoothly. She made sure to take into account all of the places and moments we wanted captured and helped us to feel comfortable in everything we were doing. She was so quick to turn around hundreds of photos and they were GORGEOUS. I’m so pleased to have all of our beautiful memories perfectly captured forever.

l, organized, creative and always reachable….just to name a few. It unfortunately rained on our wedding day, but you could not tell from the pictures. Her and her second shooter Tim had no issues with working with the space we had and suggesting poses. Our pictures are flawless!She truly cares about her couples and helping to achieve their perfect day. Her detailed timeline helped me to feel 100% less stressed in the month leading up to our wedding. We even got our gallery back early! We can’t thank Emily enough for capturing our love.

ely tremendous for us. We got married this past may (May of 2023), but Emily consistently checked in on us from when we met and signed on with her over the 2 year period we gradually planned our wedding. That's her and her team's magic. They care about you, doing everything in their power to make your day special, and that comfort and rapport you develop with her and her team translates into the photos they will take of you and your partner. Emily was extremely reachable. We had multiple scheduled phone calls, exchanged texts all the time and even shared instagram photos and reels that inspired us with her. Emily is resourceful, a great problem solver, and committed to doing everything in her and her team's power to capture and show what makes you and your partner so happy. I definitely want to highlight the timeline Emily will make alongside you as it gets closer to your wedding. She is very thorough, and makes a detailed timeline of what events she will photograph during your day and will give your wedding structure. Her affability allows the timeline to be flexible, yet instills confidence in you and your partner knowing that everything you want will be photographed and relieve a lot of pressure for you. Rather than worrying about all the moments, you will get to revel in all of those moments with so much more confidence and joy, which will be seen in your photos. All in all, Emily and her team are an absolute dream. They had a profound impact that really helped everyone involved with our wedding. We're actually going to our friends' wedding this weekend that Emily is photographing, and we're very excited to see her. You will be so happy you picked them.

ield of photography. Emily was always available to chat throughout the wedding planning process and would always respond quickly! She was also helpful with assisting with a timeline for my wedding day to make sure everything went smoothly! On the day of the wedding, she did an excellent job working us, our bridal party, and families to get the best photos. Emily also worked well with her assistant, Zarah to make sure all of our special moments were captured. Emily got our wedding photos back to us within two weeks! The quality of our photos came out AMAZING! We are so happy! I am forever grateful I chose Emily to capture my wedding. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a photographer to capture their special day!

. We truly cannot say enough great things about her and how she runs her business. From the moment we first spoke we totally knew she was the perfect match for us for our wedding day. She takes the time to understand what is most important to you for your wedding day to ensure she covers that stuff, plus so much more! She is so organized and was always available for any questions or suggestions we needed. On our wedding day she made sure everything ran so smoothly by keeping us on track with our timeline. Her and her second shooter, Zarah, captured our day perfectly and we honestly cannot thank them enough. The quality of our photos is incredible. They are timeless, extremely high resolution and not super edited, which is the exact style we wanted! We are so incredibly thankful to have had Emily capture our day, and I truly cannot recommend her enough!!! 🤍🤍

as captured by Emily and her staff. The love and raw emotion that we know and feel was made public through the eyes of her lens. We couldn't be happier! John and Sheila Walker

ay and after, Emily was always available and ready to chat whenever needed. Emily and her co-photographer, John, were so organized, made us feel so comfortable taking photos, and captured our day better than we could have imagined. Not only are Emily and her team extremely nice and easy to work with, they are SO TALENTED! Let their creativity flow and you will be blown away by what they can do. I am in love with our photos and so grateful we chose Rooted Image to give us the best memories of our day.

oes not like his picture taken. Her and Laikyn were great about suggesting poses or beautiful spots on the properties to take photos. Emily was great about listening to what we wanted and needed and delivered PERFECTLY. Our pictures came out so, so well and we couldn't be happier with our experience with Rooted Image Photography.

ok amazing photos of the wedding and reception, but they did so in a professional and fun way. Unlike so many wedding photographers we’ve seen that impassionately treat the wedding as another day on the job, Emily and Emily brought enthusiasm and flair, and it was clear they were excited about being part of our big day. They made the wedding party feel relaxed and comfortable while keeping things tightly on schedule. Their guidance during the shoot was gentle and encouraging, and their overwhelmingly positive attitude was absolutely infectious! They adeptly captured a wide range of photos, from beautifully posed scenes to fleeting moments that would otherwise be lost to time. We cannot recommend them enough!

she brought Zarah as her second photographer and the two of them worked so well together! Not only did our pictures turn out great but even during the busiest wedding season I got my 500+ wedding photos EARLY! Definitely recommend Emily and Rooted Image Photography

only complaint is that I wish we would have gotten more photos!

re our wedding day. We had our engagement session with Emily who was fantastic and made us feel so comfortable. Throughout the whole process, we has zero worries about the photography for our wedding because Emily is so organized and kept in contact. On the day of our wedding, Emily and Joe made sure we followed the timeline so everything ran smoothly. We loved the banter back and forth between them, which made the photos even more fun. Lastly, the quality of the pictures is absolutely beautiful. Their style is very natural and not super edited, which is exactly what we were looking for. We are so happy we were able to work with them to capture our day!