Emma Smallbone is the backbone of the barebonecrew. As the principal photographer, she is the innovator of the barebonestyle and offers years of experiencing at artfully recording life’s most important moments.

barebonephoto has received recognition from highly respected guilds and judging panels, including the Artistic Guild of the Wedding Photo Journalist Association and the People’s Choice Award for Wedding Vendor of the Year in 2007. It’s incredible to be awarded for doing what you love.

We invite you to read more about us and our style, as well as view our work throughout our site and blog.

EMMA

I’m Emma. The backbone of barebonephoto.

Some things about me:

1. I just became a first time mum to an incredibly gorgeous boy named Henry.

2. I have 2 dogs – Sophie and Olive.

3. Bill and I built our house from the ground up… we even cleared the lot by hand.

4. I love teaching and opening people’s eyes to the possibilities.

5. Photography is quite possibly the best job in the world and I do it every day.

6. That last one better be true because I’ve been doing this for 18 years!

JENNIFER

I’m Jennifer, the Studio Manager here at barebonephoto.

A few things about me…

1. My two boys, Oliver and Jackson, have taught me more about life and love than I ever thought possible.

2. Iced coffee is my vice.

3. If something comes packaged in a pretty set, I have to buy it. It’s a problem.

4. I love The Killers.

5. My family is large and loud, and I love it.

6. My favorite projects in life combine creativity and organization.

7. The best things for my soul are a talk over coffee with a best friend, true love, good music, and prayer.