My family and I have been vacationing at Emerald Isle, NC for the last 3 summers. This year I wanted to have family pictures taken on the beach that we love so much. I had no idea where to start. A local friend recommended Ellen LeRoy Photography. I am so happy that we chose Ellen! She was easy to contact and work with prior to our session! I loved and appreciated her flexibility during the week. She helped us pick the best evening on the beach. She considered lighting, wind, weather. She even bumped our session up to avoid some weather/rain that was entering the area. I have 4 children and somehow Ellen worked her magic and got them all to smile (actual good smiles) and look at the camera at the same time. And they actually had fun! Now that's A-mazing! Our images turned out great! My goal was to have a couple of really good ones, well they were ALL really good! I couldn't pick so we purchased them all! Thank you Ellen again! read more

Ellen LeRoy is a true professional and master of her craft! My son decided to get married on just 2 weeks notice in the middle of COVID-19 mask and social distancing requirements! I reached out to Ellen and not only was she available she directed all the photographs, found the best lighting and made our memories of this special day more perfect that I could have ever imagined! Ellen was early to the location, mindful of COVID-19 social distancing requirements and had our entire album of photographs to us in record time! We are absolutely amazed by her professionalism. The process to sign contracts was digital and payment was quick and easy. If you choose Ellen LeRoy as your photographer, you will be making a FANTASTIC decision and I'm certain you will be as happy with your results as we are with ours! Thanks a million, Ellen! read more

We selected Ellen to take family photos during our beach vacation. She recommended the best time of day and suggested we select several days so the shoot could happen on the day with best weather conditions. This was very wise as our first date was a rain out. She was familiar with our rental house location and knew the beach area would work well. Our multi-generational family of 11 had such a fun time and Ellen captured beautiful photos of all our family groupings as well as fun candid moments in gorgeous dusk light. Ellen was especially skilled at engaging both of our 2-year old granddaughters for delightful shots together, with us, and with their parents. Her system for archiving, viewing and ordering photos is easy. I would highly recommend this professional photographer. read more

If you are looking for someone to capture magical moments of your family you have found the right person. Ellen is amazing with kids and always manages to get my boys to look at her and genuinely smile. Any parent knows this is no easy task! She has captured beautiful family photos/ we're expecting photos in downtown Swansboro. Gorgeous maternity photos on the beach of Emerald Isle. Newborn photos in Hammocks Beach state park and before my husband deployed we took family photos at an old church in the woods! Everytime we took photos I could tell Ellen what I was looking for and she would suggest a spot or spots. She has a vast knowledge of the area and what would give you the look you are going for even if that isn't beach photos! Highly recommend!!!!! read more

Ellen is amazing. She knows the area so well not to mention the weather and the tide which makes such a huge difference in getting the best beach photos. Within 45 minutes, Ellen took the most beautiful photos of our family in 4 different locations near our condo. She knows just how to engage children and get the "perfect" photo whether it is a family or an individual. We were beyond thrilled at how the pictures turned out. I couldn't believe how accessible Ellen was prior to our shoot. She answered all our questions in a very prompt manner. We highly recommend her. You won't be disappointed. We look forward to seeing her next summer for another amazing experience. read more

Ellen was our amazing photographer for our 50th wedding anniversary. We were scheduled for earlier in the week while we were vacationing on the beach and due to the windy weather Ellen suggested to reschedule for two days later. It was the best suggestion she gave, she knows what she is talking about, because it was a perfect night. Ellen was wonderful with our big group and little kids from ages 4-14. She was so patient, professional, friendly, accommodating, wonderful. Thank you Ellen for making our night magical! Cathy and Mark Sportelli read more

We came from out of town for a family memorial reunion, and our group was a large (over 50) one. Not being from the area, we relied on recommendations of people we were working with, and Ellen's name was at the top of the list. We were NOT disappointed. Ellen is great to work with and the kids (and adults) really liked her style and friendliness. If you may be looking for a highly professional photographer for your event, you will NOT go wrong by choosing Ellen. read more

Ellen was very concerned with capturing photographs that met what I needed. When I had a sitting with her last September 2019, I gave her an unusual request and she was flawless. Again in June 2020, she knew just how to capture my son and I and everything we are and everything we have been through. I did not hesitate to come from 1200 miles away to have her take our picture and capture this moment in time in our lives. Thank you, Ellen. I will be back. read more

Ellen LeRoy was simply wonderful to work with, professional, and was always looking to get the best setting and pictures for us. We decided to have family pictures taken while on vacation in North Carolina. Ellen worked with us long distance to get everything set up. She worked around unexpected weather and made the experience so much fun creating memories to last a lifetime. We would use her as a photographer all over again. read more

Ellen LeRoy Photography comes highly recommended by us! Ellen did our individual and group shots for my dental office marketing last Fall. Not only is Ellen's photography exceptional, she has a talent for making the experience fun and it showed in our expressions. She knows how to capture what you want! We are booking our next round of photos with Ellen in the Spring! You should too! read more

Ellen is amazing to work with. She is funny and patient and worth every penny. She will do her best to capture every special moment and fulfill all your requests. She has photogpraphed my wedding and a family shoot. She is the best around and I would highly reccomend her. She works well with everyone, all ages. Photo quality is top notch, she's talented for sure!! read more

Ellen never disappoints and truly amazes me every time she captures our family. From our engagement and wedding photos to documenting our growing family, every time she delivers. I can never pick just a few to print so I have to get them all. Thank you Ellen for giving me these memories to have forever!! read more

Wonderful experience with Ellen during our family picture photo shoot. She captured the very essence we wanted on beautiful dune and beach settings. Not an easy task with two toddlers! Highly recommend! You will not be disappointed with Ellen's commitment to quality pictures and her customer satisfaction. read more

Ellen has done four shoots for our family and each one has turned out amazing. I will never go with another photographer. Her eye is remarkable and her patience for children and dogs borders on whisperer quality. Thanks Ellen, and we can't wait for our next shoot. read more

I have never been so thrilled with professional pictures before! Ellen made my parents feel relaxed for their 50th Wedding Anniversary pictures and she got the most AMAZING shots! My family will use her from here on out whenever we want pictures!! read more

Ellen has chronicled our daughter's wedding, pregnancy announcement, holidays, grandson's baptism, Grandson's first visit with Santa, Christmas cards, Vacation in the Keys and more. I wouldn't use any other photographer to tell our story !! read more

Ellen was great to work with for our family pictures. She met with me beforehand to figure out the best areas at our beach home to take the pictures. She is very personable and made the experience enjoyable! read more

Ellen and her staff did an amazing job capturing our family beach pictures. Absolutely love them!!! Was also very helpful selecting the perfect pictures for our gallery wall. You will not be disappointed!! read more

Ellen worked a family reunion for us. She was great with the little ones...always had them smiling. The pictures were great and we are able to share and access / download the photos for years to come. read more