Emily W.

Owner and Principal Photographer @Stardust Photography

CA

As the owner and principal photographer at Stardust Photography, a Winnipeg-based wedding photography business, my focus has always been to capture the unique love stories of each couple with creativity, personality, and authentic emotion. My work is characterized by a deep commitment to quality and the ability to consistently deliver visually captivating narratives.Key Achievements:Award-winning member of the Fearless Photographers Collective (20••••23), a testament to being part of the top 2% of global submissions.Consistently ranked in the Professional Wedding Photographers of Canada\'s Top 15••••••23) for excellence in the field.Named one of Winnipeg\'s Top Three Professional Wedding Photographers by ThreeBestRated.ca (20••••23).Prestigiously accepted into the International Society of Professional Wedding Photographers (ISPWP), the highest standing one can receive in the industry; two-time recipient of the coveted ISPWP awards.Served as a national judge for the Professional Wedding Photographers of Canada in 2019 and 2020.Professional Experience:Successfully lead and manage a team of up to five assistant photographers and two videographers, depending on project requirements.My work has gained national recognition, being published across Canada for major retail campaigns as well as in various industry-specific and general interest magazines.Developed and implemented effective marketing strategies, including targeted SEO, Google Ads, Facebook and Instagram advertising, and traditional print media.Community Involvement:In 2020, I spearheaded the #MyBusinessIsNotAHobby movement, which played a crucial role in expanding the Manitoba Bridge Grant program. This initiative ensured the inclusion of small business owners without a physical retail space who were unable to operate during the COVID-19 pandemic.Website: https://stardustphotography.caFacebook: https://facebook.com/stardustphoto1Instagram: https://instagram.com/stardustphotography.ca