Running a small business is no easy task. It’s thousands of tasks all wrapped into one entity – am I right?!With a growing to-do list, it’s important to utilize your energy and resources wisely. Find yourself asking questions like…If I invest revenue into paid advertising, will I see the return? Is it totally necessary to spend more time doing cold outreach to potential clients or should I take that time and invest it into generating more content that would appeal to potential clients?These ques
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
I have a big obsession right now: brand photos in front of a clean backdrop with a few simple items.Yes, it seems silly but here you are just as curious as to why this works so well. Like look at these three photos, you're intrigued right?!But hi, it's me. Nothing is just simple and straight forward. Here's where I challenge myself to keep this post super simple and explain why these photos work so well and how you can try this method yourself.1. Why Do These Images Work So Well?We consume SO MU
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Your dream client lands on your website – what do they see that reflects you? Brand photography is important to increase your brand's value through building trust, communicating your message, and improving a connection with your audience. Emily Marcella for Creative brands is a Northern Virginia brand photographer that helps creative small business owners strategically create on-brand images to market their businesses intentionally.
Running a small business is no easy task. It’s thousands of tasks all wrapped into one entity – am I right?!With a growing to-do list, it’s important to utilize your energy and resources wisely. Find yourself asking questions like…If I invest revenue into paid advertising, will I see the return? Is it totally necessary to spend more time doing cold outreach to potential clients or should I take that time and invest it into generating more content that would appeal to potential clients?These ques
I had the absolute honor of getting to capture such a special collaboration between Riley Sheehey and Sue Sartor. I had been following Riley's work since 2013 and have always loved seeing her Washington DC prints since she's such a talented artist that's practically in my backyard!
Just as Andrea works magic for her couples & clients, I have loved watching Andrea uplevel her own branding and website with her versatile brand images.
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
I was excited about Kyleigh’s brand shoot the moment her inquiry landed in my inbox! Kyleigh is a super talented food blogger and food photographer based in Northern Virginia.
Just as Andrea works magic for her couples & clients, I have loved watching Andrea uplevel her own branding and website with her versatile brand images.
I’m excited to introduce you to May – the owner of MW Creations – on the blog today! May’s sweet daughter, Schyler, messaged me about scheduling a brand shoot for her mom, and I’m so glad I had the opportunity to photograph these for her. May creates custom, handmade wood signs for all occasions.
A tidal wave of nostalgia washed over me as I drove up the long winding gravel driveway. The same driveway I've driven up countless times before. But this time it was a first.Let me start by saying that I am a sentimental person. It's a blessing and a curse for sure. Feeling strong emotions about an experience in the past can be a weird thing. Like, let it go already!So why does a gravel driveway evoke strong emotions? No, no, I'm not losing my mind, it's not the driveway but rather what was at
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
You know when someone comes into your life and at first you don't think much of it but when you look back you realize the major impact they've made?That's this girl right here! Jorden, the founder of Choose Joy Creative, is a catalyst for so much joy and positivity. Jorden came across my Instagram profile while searching for a brand photographer in Northern Virginia. She reached out to share that she was starting a business offering marketing services to small businesses and needed brand photogr
There's nothing natural about hearing 'act natural' when you're in front of the camera. In this blog post, you'll learn three tips to boost your confidence before your next photo session. Emily Marcella Photography is a Northern Virginia Brand Photographer serving local small businesses to create intentional marketing images.
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Personal brand photography is a new phenomena for the photography world and has been evolving rapidly over the last few years. Is it headshots? Is it commercial photography? Everyone has their own idea of what to expect for personal brand photos and, quite frankly, there's no right answer or formula. As a photographer, my goal is to develop an experience that makes brand photography attainable for all creative small businesses and personal brands. So if you're considering brand photography, then
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Tale as old as time...well, as old as the internet and Google.You're in the market for a service and are vetting someone to hire. Google helps you find a handful of companies that have decent reviews so you dig a little deeper into their websites.One website looks like it's from the 90's...oh hey, the visitor counter says you're #33,598 - they're out of the running. Second website has great reviews but it's all stock photos and you can't really tell who you'd be working with. And then... you fin
Just as Andrea works magic for her couples & clients, I have loved watching Andrea uplevel her own branding and website with her versatile brand images.
I’m featuring Dawn’s fabulous brand shoot on the blog today! Dawn is an avatar expert helping women entrepreneurs create and define their client avatars.
Timing has a funny way of working out! Brittany and I connected at a time when I needed a reminder just how wonderful real estate agents can be. My husband and I were in the the middle of working with an out-of-state agent who was missing the mark time after time. He and I figured that maybe we were the problem - setting unrealistic expectations for our agent. Enter the lovely Brittany Hunt. Our initial interactions were over the phone and during those brief phone calls she was so quick to show
Where to start?! It's incredible to be able to meet fellow entrepreneurs after being a fan of and following along with their work for so long online! I got to take one of Shannon's Sip & Script calligraphy a few months ago and had the BEST time.
Yes, it all started with a late cup of coffee. I challenged myself to take personal brand photos at home. These images needed to represent my brand and be curated in a way that would mimic a brand photography session.
There's nothing natural about hearing 'act natural' when you're in front of the camera. In this blog post, you'll learn three tips to boost your confidence before your next photo session. Emily Marcella Photography is a Northern Virginia Brand Photographer serving local small businesses to create intentional marketing images.
Just as Andrea works magic for her couples & clients, I have loved watching Andrea uplevel her own branding and website with her versatile brand images.
Home with Ellie B is a new business providing homemaking coaching services to women. These personal brand photos illustrate Ellie's offering in an elevated way. Personal Brand Photography allows you to market your business with intention.
Yes, it all started with a late cup of coffee. I was craving two things - caffeine and creativity. What ended up being my daily cup of coffee and taking a few photos during naptime turned in to the start of my journey into brand photography.Behind the scenes I had a looming idea that there was something more I should be doing in my brand. Specifically, I knew I needed three things in my business: 1. To finally post photos of myself on my social channels [it had been SIX months since the last tim
Back in February my friend Jontell of Jontell Vanessa Photography had a film made about her brand! Since she was up in Alexandria for the shoot, I decided to come take some BTS brand pictures for her!
I was excited about Kyleigh’s brand shoot the moment her inquiry landed in my inbox! Kyleigh is a super talented food blogger and food photographer based in Northern Virginia.
I was excited about Kyleigh’s brand shoot the moment her inquiry landed in my inbox! Kyleigh is a super talented food blogger and food photographer based in Northern Virginia.
I had the absolute honor of getting to capture such a special collaboration between Riley Sheehey and Sue Sartor. I had been following Riley's work since 2013 and have always loved seeing her Washington DC prints since she's such a talented artist that's practically in my backyard!
Where to start?! It's incredible to be able to meet fellow entrepreneurs after being a fan of and following along with their work for so long online! I got to take one of Shannon's Sip & Script calligraphy a few months ago and had the BEST time.
I was excited about Kyleigh’s brand shoot the moment her inquiry landed in my inbox! Kyleigh is a super talented food blogger and food photographer based in Northern Virginia.
Just as Andrea works magic for her couples & clients, I have loved watching Andrea uplevel her own branding and website with her versatile brand images.
