Photos by Emilly
This month we are so excited to be shining our photographer spotlight on Emilly of Photos by Emilly. Emilly serves families in the Chester County and Berks County areas of Pennsylvania. She provides exceptional photography services to families and couples. With the ability to freeze and capture emotions and moments, Emilly has been able to provide clients with a lasting memory of this time in their lives.
How would you describe your photography? I aim to capture and guide all of my clients on natural interactions, smiles, and tears. Those are the moments to enjoy and those are the moments we need to remember. I have a love of greenery, playing, and cuddling and that shows in my images.
What made you want to join The Gold Hope Project as a volunteer? I always truly enjoyed taking pictures. After some time, the joy slowly began to wear off as photography became more of a job. I wanted to find ways to use my joy and my ability to freeze time as a way of giving back. The strength of children is truly amazing. I needed a “why” for my work and these amazing, and strong children, helped me realize it.
What is your favorite thing about being a Gold Hope photographer? I have enjoyed meeting strong families and bonding with the children! Seeing families come together and breathing in the moment together has been truly amazing. Plus, being able to provide the ability to help not only to capture but to create moments for those who truly needed them has been the most rewarding and beautiful experience.
Has working with children with cancer changed anything in your life? It has led me to seek out volunteer opportunities where I can use my “photography powers” for good and has helped me to see and appreciate the smaller things.
What is one thing you hope the families you photograph for the project can take away from this experience? It is my hope that they continue to breathe in the little moments… the cuddles, the tears (yes!), the kisses, and the hand holding. Treasure and cherish those.
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A big thank you to Emilly for choosing to give back with us. Want to follow her lead? Apply to be a volunteer photographer here.