The Pixels Team

OWNER & LEAD PHOTOGRAPHER

Meet Emily, specializing in fine art portraits and personalized heirloom products, she creates custom experiences for clients. With a philosophy of quality over quantity, Emily focuses on building lasting relationships with families, capturing their evolution over time.

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STUDIO MANAGER

Meet Staci, a passionate artist and organizer, plus, a dedicated family person. Raised in Rantoul and now living in Champaign with her husband and two sons, she's been with Pixels since 2014, going full-time in 2023. Graduating from Harrington College of Design, her main passion was photography but her journey started in childcare before finding her home at Pixels. She enjoys volunteering, family time, the outdoors, cruise vacations, and cooking for her picky eaters. As Pixels' studio manager, she thrives in the creative atmosphere and family-like environment, relishing the diverse challenges each day brings.

MARKETING DIRECTOR

Meet Jennifer, who thrives on creativity and innovation. She constantly seeks new ideas and techniques to enhance the Pixels brand. Her passion stems from her love for her family, driving her to help others capture cherished memories.

STUDIO ASSISTANT & PHOTOGRAPHER IN TRAINING

Meet Taylor, an aspiring newborn photographer thrilled to be part of the Pixels By Emily team. She dove into the world of photography at Parkland, taking every studio class she could get her hands on. When she's not on the job, you'll find her chilling at home with her fiancé, pup, and a good read. She loves getting creative with painting and ceramics, often sparked by hours of scrolling through Pinterest. She eagerly anticipates the exciting journey ahead in her photography career.