“Joining in 2018, Emma has elevated the profile of the Archive and our commitment to conservation both within Getty Images and on an international stage. Seeking innovation in her practice and a collaborative approach, the Archive has adopted measures of preventative conservation which will enable access and utilisation of our collections for many decades to come. As a colleague, her engagement and compassion contribute greatly to our everyday; always with an open door, she has created an inclusive space for dialogue, where conservation can be discussed and explored no matter your role. Emma brings care to both her vital work and in the many relationships she has nurtured across the last seven years.

In a unique position, Emma has the challenge of safeguarding one of the world’s largest photographic collections with one pair of hands, implementing heritage standards in a commercial space. Meeting this challenge with resourcefulness and imagination, her expertise is highly respected within the conservation field, while her energy and generosity in sharing that knowledge, inspires. From the many archive tours Emma unfailingly presents on, clients and students alike come away amazed by the skill and dedication on display, converts to the cause. Despite the sheer volume of materials in her care, Emma still makes time for the frequent requests from those looking to follow her into conservation, motivated by her joy and accomplishments.
An advocate not just for her craft, the Archive and its collections, Emma consistently looks to bring value to the wider Getty Images; offering guidance to our global archive sites, supporting the digitization of our assets, introducing new clients to our services, and building relationships with esteemed institutions. In caring for our collections today, she is putting the customer at the heart of what we do – resurrecting damaged materials or else ensuring their future survival.

The work of a conservator is not just in caring for our physical materials, it is in taking accountability for our past, securing documentary evidence that we can learn from and shape into legacy. It is some of the most meaningful work we can do, as professionals and as a community. Emma’s drive, diligence, integrity, and outreach has strengthened the Archive’s position amongst the heritage.”