Who Am I?

Hi, I’m Lisa — the heart behind the lens at Emergence Photography.

I’m here for the real moments — the deep breaths, stolen glances, and quiet tears.
The ones that rush by in an instant, but deserve to be remembered forever.

Why I Do This

Because moments matter.

I didn’t pick up a camera to stage perfection. I picked it up to preserve connection.
The kind that happens in a father’s trembling hands as he gives away his daughter.
Or the soft joy on a bride’s face as she walks toward the person who feels like home.

Photography became more than an art form — it became a responsibility. A way to honor love, legacy, and all the beautiful, imperfect spaces in between.

I I know how fast your day will move. That’s why I approach each wedding with a calming presence, deep attention to emotion, and a photographer’s eye trained not just on what’s happening — but what it means.

Whether I’m fluffing your dress, wiping away my own tears during your vows, or quietly capturing your grandparents' hands during the ceremony — I’m fully invested in telling your story with care and intention

Your calm in the chaos. Your hype woman. Your quiet observer.

More Than a Photographer

What I Believe

  • The best photos aren’t posed — they’re felt.

  • Your story is worth telling exactly as it is.

  • Legacy is built in the quiet, in-between moments.

  • This work is deeply human — and I never take it for granted.

  • Established 2016

  • Registered in Ohio

  • 1 million in liability coverage

What Client’s are saying

We can’t thank you enough for these pictures, they are everything and more I hoped of having captured on my wedding day. You guys did amazing and I am beyond words in love with these photos.

Thanks again for everything!

Julia