The Simple
$850The sacramental heart of your day.
Your Nuptial Mass or ceremony plus formal portraits.
capturing the light of God
Now booking a limited number of 2026 & 2027 weddings
Lumen Dei · Light of God
The Meaning
“Lumen Dei” is Latin for the Light of God.
It’s the whole reason I pick up the camera — to document life’s meaningful moments with joy and intentionality, and to reveal the light He has already placed in every person, and every season.
Meet your photographer
Hi, I’m Emily.
I’m a Connecticut-based Catholic portrait and wedding photographer, dedicated to capturing the joy, beauty, and dignity God places within every person and relationship. Lumen Dei serves couples, families, seniors, and individuals across Connecticut and New England, with images that feel warm, natural, and rooted in authentic connection.
Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, documenting your family’s season of life, or preparing for a Catholic engagement or wedding, I’m here to honor your story and reflect the love of Christ.
What guides every season
Three things hold steady in every session, the heart of how I work.
Joy
Joy is at the heart of why memories matter: celebrating the big milestones and the quiet in-between. By keeping every session relaxed and unhurried, genuine emotion and connection get to shine through.
Intention
Every moment deserves to be seen with care. Intentionality guides how I prepare, how I notice the small details, and the way I hold space for the in-between moments most cameras miss.
Faith
Faith shapes everything I do. It reminds me to see each moment as a blessing, and to approach every wedding and session with gratitude for being entrusted with something so meaningful.
The reach
The divine, made human.
Every love is a reflection of the One who reached for us first. That’s the moment I’m always looking for: the spark between two people, lit from somewhere higher.
Selected work
A few seasons, a few stories. Drag the reel below to wander through the frames.
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“Life is a gift, and every moment is filled with God’s presence.”
Saint John Paul II
The Investment
Timeless wedding, portrait, and event photography, rooted in faith and welcoming to all. Every package is customizable; reach out and we’ll shape it to your day.
Weddings
The Signature
$1,350Your story, ceremony through celebration.
Ceremony, formal portraits, and the key moments of your reception.
The Heirloom
$1,750Every moment, getting ready to the last dance.
Eight hours of full-day coverage, start to finish.
Portraits for couples, seniors & families
Package 01
Perfect if you’re looking for a short and simple session.
- 30 minutes of documenting
- 1 outfit
- 1 location
- 45+ edited photos
Starting from$165
Package 02
Perfect if you’re looking for variety.
- 60 minutes of documenting
- 2 outfits
- 2 locations
- 75+ edited photos
Starting from$225
Package 03
Perfect if you’re looking for all the angles and in between.
- 90 minutes of documenting
- 3 outfits
- 3 locations
- 125+ edited photos
Starting from$285
Events · from $100 / hour
Baptisms, confirmations, concerts, galas, and parish events, captured with the same reverence and intention.
Testimonials
Kind words
“It was a blessing to have Emily photograph our wedding. She was professional, thorough, and joyful all day, and delivered the gallery promptly. We highly recommend her.”
Review 1 of 3, from Ethan + Julie
Good to know
A few things couples and families often ask before reaching out.
Not at all. My work is inspired by my faith and a reverent, intentional approach, but I joyfully serve couples and families of every background. Everyone is welcome here.
I’m based in Connecticut and serve all of New England, and I’m glad to travel wherever your story takes us.
Galleries are delivered promptly and with care. Communication stays clear from the first inquiry to the final gallery, so every step feels simple and stress-free.
Weddings, engagements, couples, families, seniors and graduates, and meaningful events, from Nuptial Masses to milestone portraits and parish gatherings.
Let’s capture your season.
Whether you’re planning a wedding or simply want a season of life remembered, I’m here to serve you.
Check your dateTell me about your day
I know it’s a few questions. They help me understand you and your needs, and keep booking quick with less back-and-forth. Share whatever you can; the rest we’ll figure out together.
Emily reads every message personally, and usually replies within a day.