About Emily | Emily Novella

From chemistry formulas to camera manuals.

I actually started my college career at Ball State University planning to become a veterinarian. I had wanted that my entire life! However, after a few brutal chemistry classes, I had a realization... this was not it.

When my advisor asked what I loved doing in my free time, I didn’t even hesitate: photography and creative writing. Journalism felt like the perfect middle ground. The moment I walked into the Arts and Journalism building, it just felt right.

The Photojournalistic Soul

A degree in Photojournalism trains you to handle absolutely anything. Bad lighting? Fast action? Emotional chaos? Bring it on.

In journalism, we weren’t allowed to heavily edit or stage photos. If it didn’t happen naturally, we didn’t shoot it—otherwise, that’s lying! That strict training taught me to nail my manual settings in-camera and wait for real moments instead of manufacturing them.

I can absolutely guide and pose when needed. But my true superpower? Catching the honest, blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments that feel completely alive.

"Whether it’s a veil catching the wind or hair flying behind a galloping horse, I am always chasing the 'WOW' moment."

— Emily Novella

Mastering the organized chaos.

People always ask how I handle the chaos of a massive wedding party. My secret? Seven animals. One house. All with opinions—and some of them loud (looking at you, Rosalie).

If I can keep track of Jasper, Kali, Rosalie the German Shepherd, Minerva, Arwen, Haleth, and Aredhel at the same time, I can absolutely handle a wedding party of 14. Having a mini zoo has trained me to multitask, anticipate trouble before it starts, and confidently command a room when I need to.

Beyond the Lens

The Quiet Mirror Moment

My favorite micro-moment on a wedding day is after hours of hair and makeup, when she's finally in the dress. There’s this stillness when she looks in the mirror and it hits her. It’s vulnerable, powerful, and my favorite thing to witness.

I Hate Being Photographed

Here is a secret: I hate being in front of the camera, so I totally understand feeling like a fish out of water! We will chat, joke, and let things breathe. Once you start laughing for real, that's when the true magic happens.

The Fantasy Nerd

If you love Fourth Wing or ACOTAR, we are instantly friends. Nothing makes clients relax faster than debating plot twists from The Vampire Diaries instead of wondering "what do I do with my hands?"