Get to know the gal behind the camera…

Hi, I’m Emma Bailey, the heart behind Golden Iris Photography! Based in beautiful Bardstown, Kentucky, I capture life’s golden moments with warmth and authenticity — and I’m always up for traveling to tell your story. Photography has been my passion since high school, and as I work toward my Associate’s in the Arts, I continue to pour that same creativity and heart into every session. Golden Iris is built on connection, community, and kindness — even offering free sessions in exchange for donated items to help local families. If you’re looking for photos that feel genuine, cozy, and full of life, let’s create something golden together!

Galleries

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Senior Portraits - Hunter Bailey

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Wedding Photography - Miranda & Joseph

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Family Sessions - Amber & Son