The Studio

Picture the Good is a space (both physical and mental) inspired by creativity and kinship, and dedicated to making the world a brighter place – one person, picture and project at a time. We officially opened during a pandemic -- so fitting for a place that believes in looking ahead, that believes that everyday to-do lists are meant to be interrupted by joyful diversions, and that believes in supporting those who need help most by giving back to the community.

In addition to photo sessions, we offer creative + empowering workshops for all ages both onsite (outdoors for now) and virtually through Zoom, as well as periodic Makers’ Markets featuring work by local artisans. We proudly donate 10% of all profits to a different charity each month.

We are delighted to be your local source for new inspiration each month at Picture the Good: Studio + Workshop. We hope you'll join "the good!" 

About Emily:

Photographer + Owner/Founder

Simply stated, Emily is a professional storyteller. (She's also a dreamer, a cancer survivor, a novice surfer, a mama's girl, and also a proud mom and wife herself). She is passionate about sincerity - telling true and beautiful stories of everyday people through both prints and prose. Based in Crofton, Emily has been a favorite D.C.- area photographer since 2012, creating art out of connection for families and couples; and helping small business owners, political candidates and artists reach new audiences through dynamic images. In 2019, she was named one of Washington, D.C.’s Top 10 Family Photographers by Peerspace. 

In 2018, Emily completed her Masters in Nonfiction Writing at Johns Hopkins University - something that took her 10 years, three children and one cancer victory to accomplish. Her words and pictures have appeared in magazines and the Smithsonian Institution's ongoing blog, and she has been hired to craft speeches and articles for clients ranging from the U.S. Secret Service to various private sector corporations. (As a certified editor, she's also a total word nerd).

Emily started Picture the Good: Studio + Workshop as a way to look forward after a personal tragedy and breast cancer in 2015, and to encourage others as well. Emily always knew that if she found a commercial space in Crofton, she wanted it to be more than only a studio for her own photography, but also a creative hub where the community could be inspired by new passions; where families could share in workshops alongside their neighbors and friends; where local artisans could be showcased, and where nonprofits could be supported through each experience. It sounds like a lofty goal, but we've already achieved each of these things in the months since we opened our doors in 2020 - during a pandemic, no less! But we're just getting started...