If you’re planning your wedding and want photos that feel both timeless and beautifully natural, Emily Montay is the photographer to know. Based in London but originally from New York, Emily is an award-winning international photographer who specialises in capturing couples in love with a dreamy, cinematic, and luxurious style. Her background in psychology gives her a unique ability to understand and tell your personal love story through her images.
Emily’s work has been featured in top publications like Vogue and Tatler, reflecting her commitment to fine-art wedding photography. She works unobtrusively throughout your day, capturing genuine moments and emotions so your photos truly reflect the romance and joy of your celebration. Couples often praise her calm, warm approach, which helps them feel relaxed and confident in front of the camera.
Every couple’s story is one-of-a-kind, and Emily believes your wedding photos should be too. She takes the time to get to know you and understand your vision, ensuring the images she creates feel authentic and personal. Whether you’re planning a grand city wedding or an intimate elopement, Emily tailors her approach to suit your style and needs, capturing the happiness and magic you’ll want to relive for years to come.
Emily offers bespoke wedding photography packages designed to fit your unique day. While each package can be customised, here’s what you can typically expect:
Though based in London, Emily is happy to travel for weddings across the UK and internationally. She frequently photographs weddings in:
As an experienced destination wedding photographer, Emily is ready to capture your special day wherever it takes place.
My first one! It will always be burned in my brain because I was nervous! But it turned out beautifully and was the kick start to my career that has lead me here today.
Cinematic, Emotive, Intimate, Atmospheric, Magical
Setting it up during the pandemic right after college and being more successful than I ever expected!
Make sure you find a photographer that fits your style as a couple. I know picking a photographer can be overwhelming because there are so many of us! Make it simple for yourself, and go with the photos that take your breath away.
An ice sculpture of the couple's bull dog
I encourage all potential clients to get in touch with me if they are interested. So please feel free to reach out and ask me questions if you are unsure about anything. I then like to schedule a complimentary 20-30 minute zoom call with the couple so that I can learn more about who they are and what they are hoping for from their wedding photographer! I also use this time to customize my packages so that the couple is getting everything they want within their budget.
I love the 'exiting the church/venue, just married, confetti being thrown, everyone cheering' photo. It's so special and fun.
I recently did a wedding with a really creative and artistic bride. We placed this velvet chair in the middle of the English countryside and did a super dramatic mini glamour shoot with the wind blowing her veil out to the side. It's currently the cover of my website so go take a look!
Just go with it! Umbrellas make super cute props, and there's nothing more romantic than rain.
When I think back to the first time I discovered my passion for photography, I used to attribute it to a trip to Paris when I was a teenager. But when looking through old family photos, it's evident that my love for photography is much more innate than I originally remembered. My parents recently showed me pictures they found when clearing out the attic. As early as 2 I was taking selfies in the mirror, and as old as 6 I was photographing all family gatherings such as Christmas and Thanksgiving. What I find even more interesting is that in these childhood photos, I am almost always taking photos of people.
My earliest photography related memory is sitting on my dad's lap watching him use Photoshop on his computer. I must have been only 3 at the time. It's safe to say that photographing real people and providing them with beautifully edited photographs is something that has been completely ingrained in me since I was small.