Behind The Lens
EMP Media Services is all about creating a time capsule for one of the biggest days in your whole life! Capturing all the moments, even the ones in between is what I strive for with every client. From grand ball weddings to backyard get togethers, I want to make sure you have a fantastic time and I’m capturing every minute of it.
Hi! My name is Jeremy Hannaford.
I am obsessed with holding onto memories. Ever since I was given a Canon Roll & Click at 10 years old, I knew I loved the idea of capturing moments in time, whether they were friends, animals or just the sunrise.
I never thought of making this love of mine a career until I became a journalist. While journalism wasn’t for me, I was always elated with how people responded to my photos. I strived for “in the moment” photos, from archer contests to RCMP officer doing tricks on a BMX bike.
Even when I started working in the film industry, thouse comments I got were always in the back of my mind. I never thought being a photographer was possible but I never truly shut the door on the idea. And good thing I didn’t!
When an old high school friend asked me to shoot their wedding, I leapt at the opportunity and I haven’t looked back. I’ve shot weddings in all kinds of weather. I’ve worked from Mexican Beaches to Quebec Shores. No matter where to whatever element we find ourselves in, I always make it fun.
Every experience has been an amazing one and I always look forward to the next opportunity. Life gave me a second chance to try something I feel passionate about, so I’m going to take that opportunity and run with it until my shoes fall off!
“The greatest thing you’ll ever learn is to love and be loved in return.” — Nat King Cole
Not afraid to have fun
Being comfortable in front of the camera is my #1 goal with all my clients. To get fantastic shots, I want you to enjoy the experience!
Cracking jokes, miming Austin Powers photo shoots or just being plain silly… I would like to submit Avocado Floaty as Exhibit A. I want to give you something you’ll cherish forever, and have a great time while making it.
Avocado Floaty – Exibit A
Blog Posts
GOLDEN HOUR: CREATING MAGIC DURING THE MAGIC HOUR
If your photographer suggests getting some golden hour photos on your wedding day, you need to take them up on it. Otherwise known as “magic hour” in cinema, this is one of the most opportune moments you can have on your day of days. This small 20-30 minute...
WHY ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS ARE IMPORTANT
GETTING TO KNOW YOU WHILE KNOWING YOURSELF! You’ve gotten engaged! Congratulations to you! This is a huge moment in your life! In many cases, you would want to document it right? That’s where a great photographer comes in! But an engagement session is so much more...
GETTING PAST FEELING AWKWARD IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA
MAKING YOU FEEL GREAT WHILE MAKING YOU LOOK GREAT! This is something I can relate to with all of my clients. Getting in front of the camera is not something everyone can easily do. I’ve been recording movie reviews on Youtube for almost a decade now, and I’m still...