The Loyet family traveled from Missouri to spend time together in the Great Smoky Mountains, and I’m so glad they chose to document their trip with a family photo session. From the moment we started, this session was filled with genuine joy, laughter, and kids being exactly who they are. This truly felt like twin […]

Some sessions just feel easy from the very beginning, and the Teckenbrock family’s session in Gatlinburg was exactly that. From the moment we met up, I knew this one was going to be special. This adorable crew had some of the best‑behaved, most positive kids I’ve worked with in a long time. They were up […]

Some sessions feel extra special, and Shaye and Dawson’s senior session in Cades Cove was definitely one of those. From the location to the timing to their easygoing personalities, everything came together in the best way possible. Shaye had her heart set on a Cades Cove senior photo session from the very beginning. The wide […]

There is something so special about mother–daughter sessions, and Leah and Zoe’s time together in the Smokies was truly a joy to photograph. Leah was visiting her mom from Texas and thought it would be fun to plan a quick photo session during their trip — and I’m so glad they did. From the moment […]

Some sessions just start your day off right — and the Craven family’s sunrise session in Gatlinburg was absolutely one of those. We met just after sunrise, when the mountains were still quiet and the light was soft and golden. It was one of those peaceful Smoky Mountain mornings that feels calm and still… at […]

There’s something so special about families who make it a priority to come together, especially when everyone is traveling in from different states. The Wray family did just that, gathering in the Smokies for a memorable family vacation — and I was honored to help capture it. This session took place at their rental cabin […]

There’s something so special about photographing families while they’re on vacation — everyone is a little more relaxed, present, and ready to soak in the moment. The Jennings Family traveled all the way from Missouri to spend time together in the Great Smoky Mountains, and I loved getting to be a small part of their […]

One thing I’ve learned as a photographer in the Smokies is that flexibility is everything. The Garrett Family’s session was the perfect reminder that even when plans change at the last minute, something really special can still unfold. We originally had a different location planned, but after heavy rain the day before, a landslide on […]

Sometimes the best moments in photography are the ones that surprise you—and this session was exactly that! Adrian reached out to book a couples session, which is always exciting. It’s not every day that the guy sets up a session, so I had a hunch there might be a special occasion. When we met, I […]

Kendra and Jake visited the Great Smoky Mountains to celebrate their first wedding anniversary, and I was so excited to capture this special milestone for them. The day started with nonstop rain, and the area had even experienced some major flooding just hours before our session. I’ll admit, we almost canceled—but sometimes the best moments […]