I had the absolute joy of photographing Lauren & Nick’s engagement session while they were visiting the Smokies all the way from New Jersey! Their story is so sweet—Nick had originally planned to propose on this very trip, but he just couldn’t wait and popped the question early. 🥰 Now that wedding planning is in […]

Some sessions touch my heart in a way that’s hard to put into words—this was one of them. When Michelle called me to schedule an engagement session with her fiancé, Ralph (aka Coach Kidd), I couldn’t have been more excited. These two are so special to me, not only because of their love story, but […]

Some sessions just feel like magic—and this was one of them. Hunter and Jae’Lynn were married about a month ago, but during their visit to the Smoky Mountains, they decided to put their wedding attire back on and capture a few more portraits in a location that feels timeless. I absolutely love when couples take […]

Prom night is always special, but there’s something even sweeter when you get to spend it with your closest friends. Peyton and his group were absolutely amazing to work with — full of energy, laughter, and the kind of excitement that makes you smile behind the camera. 📸✨ Peyton and Emily, who live just across […]

Some love stories feel like they’re written by the mountains themselves — full of adventure, joy, and quiet, breathtaking moments. Brandon and Summer’s story is exactly that. From high school sweethearts to best friends and now, fiancés, their journey has been nothing short of magical. Brandon and Summer first met in high school, quickly becoming […]

Some moments feel like they’re straight out of a movie—and Kyle’s proposal to Jillian was exactly that. It was a hot, humid day here in the Smokies, and the river was buzzing with people trying to cool off. But with a little luck and some strategic timing, we managed to find a quiet little spot […]

When Steve reached out to me about surprising Wendy with a couple photo session during their visit to the beautiful Smoky Mountains, I knew this would be something special. Their story, full of love and adventure, was about to take another memorable chapter in one of the most scenic spots in the area—Pittman Center. A […]

When Mark reached out to me to photograph his proposal to Madison, I knew it was going to be a moment to remember. Mark had planned every detail of the surprise proposal with such care and thoughtfulness that it was clear this wasn’t just any proposal – this was a moment that would forever be […]

When Nick contacted me about planning a proposal to Gabriela during their trip from Florida, he knew exactly what he wanted. The plan was to propose while enjoying the stunning mountain views from a pull-off on the Foothills Parkway, a spot that offered breathtaking scenery. However, as is often the case when it comes to […]

When Jake reached out about planning a proposal for Jessica, he was clear on one thing—he wanted it to be private, intimate, and surrounded by natural beauty. After discussing a few ideas, we decided on the perfect spot: the beautiful bridge on the Gatlinburg Walking Trail. This location is picturesque, tucked away from the busy […]