Emily Avila Photography

Hi! I'm Emily! Mom to 3 kids, two rats named Frodo and Sam and a bearded dragon. I like my couples like I like my pets - just slightly unconventional. Dress fluffer, timeline-keeper, family wrangler, prone to squealing over a perfect ray of sunshine- I'll dance with your grandma, cry during your vows, and make you laugh at inappropriate moments. You're a badass and deserve the space to express yourself and your love EXACTLY as you are, no holds barred. Say goodbye to not knowing what to do with your hands, fake smiles in photos, and stiff posing that *just doesn't feel like you*. LGBTQIA+ and looking for a safe vendor? I gotchu!

I'm here for the couples who- +Might describe themselves as awkward in front of the camera +Want to walk away from a session saying to yourselves "Wow, that was more fun than I expected!" +Don't take themselves too seriously and live just a little bit outside the box +Have an affinity for sarcasm ++ If that sounds like you- trust me to be your wedding day bff! From getting ready through reception cocktails on the dance floor, I'm right there capturing both big and small moments with an eye for emotion, connection, and juuuust a bit of flair for the dramatic.