Emma McMahan

Emma McMahan

lifestyle + portrait photography

based in hamilton ohio

I love to tell stories. To me, each event I attend and capture, and every individual I have the honor to work with has a story to tell that is worth telling. These stories are better seen than heard, and oftentimes I find the magic moments that otherwise are too fleeting to remember. That is why I fell in love with photography in the beginning and still to this day is what brings me the most joy in my business. Memorializing stories in imagery to last decades.  

Welcome! I'm Emma!

Cincinnati Wedding Photographer and Lifestyle Portraits

Photographing Weddings and Lifestyle Portraits sessions are more than just a job for me! I love telling the stories of the couples, families, businesses and individuals that I work with. Traveling is an added perk, I love exploring new places! One of my favorite things about my business is how I have been able to turn a passion for art into a living where I continually am blessed to meet new faces, reconnect with familiar ones, and see love in news aways with every click of my camera. You will see through the sessions and events on this blog how love grows in unique ways. How people change for the best year after year. And also how I see the world around me. 

I started this journey when I was fresh out of high school. I didn't know how greatly my life would be impacted from capturing weddings and families. It has been such an honor to do so over the last decade. Being able to capture my hometown and surrounding areas has been such a treat for me! I LOVE Cincinnati and I am proud to claim the title of a Cincinnati Wedding Photographer. It is a tight but large community of creatives in this region. I am thrilled to work with the best of the best! You'll find some amazing wedding industry vendors linked in the weddings blogged here. Their work is so important to what I do, it isn't only photographs that matter at the end of the wedding day, although they may last the longest ;) 

weddings 

engagements

Senior portraits

Lifestyle family

Editorial

business branding

the mcmahans

The Clarks- Glendale Lyceum Wedding

Maggie and Alex had planned an wonderfully extravagant garden party wedding at Glendale Lyceum, a location that has a very special place in Maggie’s family’s heart.

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July 11, 2021

The Mannings- The Grand Hall Dayton

Sarah and Corey planned a roaring celebration to tie the knot!

July 10, 2021

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The Seilers- A Manor House Wedding

Meghan and Andrew had a beautiful Disney inspired wedding day! The sweetest details gave classic nods to romantic fairytale Disney movies that the couple loves. From their guest favors, to their first dance song; they had thought of everything to bring a bit of Walt’s magic to Cincinnati. I loved the gold accents through out […]

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July 3, 2021

The Gabbards

Alecia and Kenny celebrated with their family and friends at a beautiful winery on a gorgeous summer evening! Their wedding was long awaited, and after many years of planning and overcoming obstacles that stood in their way (like a pandemic!) they finally said their vows <3 Seven Mile Winery, just outside of Cincinnati and Dayton, […]

June 4, 2021

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Eden Park Engagement- Brandy & William

It was such a joy to capture how wonderfully happy William and Brandy are! They cant get enough of each other’s company- and isn’t that what a great love is all about? Sharing life with your very best friend, I don’t believe it gets any sweeter than that. I am looking forward to celebrating their […]

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May 19, 2021

The Kuhr Wedding

December 27, 2020

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Cliffside Acres

Workshop Hosts: @samanthajoyevents and @rootsfloraldesign   Event Planner/Designer: @samanthajoyeventsFloral Designer: @rootsfloraldesignInstallation: @paigemakesCake Designer: @iconcakecincinnatiMakeup Artist: @angiewarrenartistryHair Stylist: @denisehairbridalModel: @itsjoeyrosemodel  Model: @trey.abney  Stationer: @victoriafiarettiDress Designer: @annebarge Jewelry: @honeydesignsjewelryVenue: @cliffsideacresBackdrop: @meretterreatelierLinens: @bbjlinenTux: @theblacktuxSpecialty Rentals: @lostandfoundrentalsChairs: @aidenandgrace

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October 25, 2020

Meshewa House Editorial

Planning & Design @kmcweddings  Venue @themeshewahouse Floral Design @floralvdesigns  Table Rentals, Details & Bar @alloccasioneventrental  Vintage Furniture & Props @lostandfoundrentals  Stationery & Seating Chart @jchardesigns  Cake @rachelbakesandco  Cheers Sign & Table Numbers @foxweddingdesigns  Dresses & Accessories @bochicbridalboutique  Menswear @generationtuxMakeup @mariashteiwi  Hair @letsdomakeupandhair  Uplights @partypleasersservices

October 18, 2020

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Jake and Celeste

Venue: Peterloon EstateHost: Odessa James PhotographyDesigner: KMC WeddingsFlorist: Floral V DesignsVintage Furniture: Lost and Found RentalsTable Details: All Occasions RentalsCakes: Icon Cakes CincinnatiRings: Honey Designs JewelryHair: Beauty by Haley GarberMakeup: @thatarabiangirlDress: White Wisteria Bridal BoutiqueSuit: Generation Tux Invitations: @thehoneybeecreative

July 28, 2020

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