You're always the one
taking the picture.

Can I tell you something I've noticed?

parents and toddlers laughing on the beach at sunset, Wrightsville Beach family photography

Hi. I'm Emily DeLuke

Full permission to just slow down and be with your people.

This is your pause button.

A family, newborn & maternity photographer in Wilmington, NC.
I don't do perfectly posed, I do
this season, exactly as it is:
busy, messy, real.

You've got a thousand photos of your kids.
How many do you have of you, actually with them?

happen.

No decisions before you see your photos.

Instead of choosing a package before you've even seen your photographs, you'll reserve your date with a Creative Fee. Once your gallery is complete, you'll view every hand-edited image and choose the collection that feels right for your family.

I love this approach because it lets you make your decision with confidence, not guesswork. No wondering if you picked the "right" package months in advance. No paying for images you don't need. Just the freedom to choose the photographs that mean the most to you.

I do things a bit differently...

From Bump through Baby's 1st Year

For families who want to document the whole season - maternity, newborn, and everything in between. Multiple sessions, curated galleries, and a keepsake album at the end, so nothing about this chapter gets lost.

The Legacy Collection

My Signature Offering

Work With Me

Let's make things

Somewhere along the way, family photos became another thing for moms to manage. I don't think it should be that way. From the moment you inquire, my goal is to take as much off your plate as possible, so when your session arrives, you can simply be present with the people you love most.

The Experience

season.

The Emily DeLuke Photography Experience

Not a rushed hour. Not a cookie cutter session. I limit how many families I work with so each one gets the time and attention it deserves.

This is your

Family Photo session at Wrightsville Beach, NC. Dad holding baby and snuggling with mom

Maternity beach photo session, couple snuggling in close, Wrightsville Beach NC

Someday you'll look back at these - not just to see how everyone looked, but to feel it again. That's what I'm really after: a little time capsule of exactly who you were.

These are the images you'll still be looking at in thirty years. They should feel like you.

"She's phenomonally talented..."

"By far one of the most intentional, prepared and personable photographers we have worked with."

Toni Johnson, Wilmington NC

"Emily’s personality is so warm and bright, it takes no time to get comfortable with her and into the fun."

Erika Loesch, Wrightsville Beach

Family standing close to eachother during a photo session at Fort Fisher, NC at golden hour. The mom is borrowing a dress from my client closet.

"She's someone you meet for the first time yet feel like you've known your whole life while also managing to make you feel like you've been behind her camera a thousand times before.

Amber Vencill, Wrightsville Beach

Mother and daughter cuddling close at Airlie Gardens in Wilmington NC during a photo session with Emily DeLuke Photography

I know it's a lot to coordinate. That's kind of my whole job.

I promise you won't regret this decision

Busy schedules, cranky kids, a husband who needs to be told what "coastal neutral" means - I plan around all of it. Even the outfits are handled, down to a style guide simple enough that he just has to show up.

Tide to go pen!

Blanket for games

Wipes for sandy hands

Claw clip for windy hair!

in my camera bag, to make your life easier.

A few things I always have

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Branding Photo Session in Wilmington, NC for Emily DeLuke Photography. Woman standing smiling and laughing at the camera.

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This is your pause button.

A family, newborn & maternity photographer in Wilmington, NC. I don't do perfectly posed, I do this season, exactly as it is: busy, messy, real.

I respond to all messages within 24 hours! If you do not hear from me, please send a message directly to emilydelukephoto@gmail.com

I've done the scrolling so you don't have to. Inside you'll find beautifully coordinated outfit ideas, color palettes, and direct shopping links to make planning your next family photos (or vacation!) so much easier.

A family, newborn & maternity photographer in Wilmington, NC.
I don't do perfectly posed, I do
this season, exactly as it is:
busy, messy, real.