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Emily Dean Photography

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Hi there! My name is Emily. View my website at emdeanphotography.com! I'm a portrait photographer based out of San Diego, California. I love the beach and do many of my photoshoots there. I work with individuals, couples and families. I love photographing small backyard weddings & parties, engagements and elopements. I love photographing love in all its forms. My speciality is documentary-style photography, as I studied photojournalism in college, which means I’m less focused on perfectly posing you and more focused on guiding your movements to capture in-between moments that others might miss. During events I lean heavily into a candid style of photography, but I’m always sure to get the posed shots you want as well. Because outdoor portrait sessions are a specialty of mine, I love working in natural light. I pride myself in making people feel comfortable and confident in front of me and my camera, because I believe that each person holds an indescribable amount of beauty and light that deserves to be captured, preserved and remembered.. we're all the most beautiful when we're just being ourselves. Think of me for elopements, small weddings, engagement photos, graduation pictures,maternity photos, family photos, self love sessions, or ANY scenario when you're looking for artistic, timeless photos! NOTE: I do not offer newborn or cake smash sessions.
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Hired 59 times

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1 employee

8 years in business

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2022

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2021

Services offered
Photoshoot location

Outdoors

Home

Hotel

Photo formats

Digital or online download

Physical proofs and prints

Work location

My customers travel to me

I travel to my customers

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Projects and media
Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Hannah O.

Jun 27, 2022

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We hired Emily for our wedding reception and we couldn’t be happier with her work! She is incredibly personable and she made it fun and enjoyable. Even our guests loved her. We definitely will reach out to her with any photography needs!!

Details: Wedding • 50 - 99 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download

Emily Dean Photography's reply
Thank you so much Hannah! I had a great time photographing you and your friends and family. It was a beautiful night :)
Wedding and Event Photography
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Donnel L.

May 8, 2021

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Emily was really nice and the pictures came out incredible. I was a bit nervous at first but she made it a really fun and comfortable experience!

Details: Acting / modeling headshot • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • High fashion (highlights style) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • At the pro’s location

Emily Dean Photography's reply
Thank you Donnel! I had a great time working with you :)
Portrait Photography
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Patty L.

Dec 1, 2021

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We couldn't love our photos more! She did an amazing job capturing the sweetest family photos, even though we had a very cranky 2-year-old and an uncooperative 6 month old. Everyone looks great and I love the special moments she captured. She also returned the photos promptly and within the promised timeframe. I can't wait to share these photos with our friends and family. 100% recommend!

Details: Family or children's portrait • Traditional / classic (looking directly at the camera) • Candid (captured in the moment) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Outdoors • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc.

Emily Dean Photography's reply
Thank you so much for your kind words, Patty! I am so happy you love your photos :)
Portrait Photography
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Bulbul H.

Aug 26, 2022

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Emily is a dream! Our session was so smooth right from planning to the final output. She puts in that extra mile for her clients, you feel like you are hanging with a friend. There is never a sense of rush. I LOVED my pictures and have gotten so many complements. I think I have found my person for all my future shoots. Love you, Em.

Details: Solo portrait • Artistic (focus on composition, lighting) • Natural / environmental (photographed in an outdoor setting) • Home • Digital or online download • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

Emily Dean Photography's reply
:’) thank you so much Bulbul! It was a joy getting to know you and photograph you. Sending you so much love and can’t wait until we work together again! ❤️
Portrait Photography
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Kaitlyn G.

Apr 23, 2021

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Details: Graduation • Fewer than 25 guests • Outdoors • Digital or online download • Flash drive

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Wedding and Event Photography
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