There’s something about the Foothills Parkway that just feels like magic. The mountain views, the quiet pull-offs, the way the light hits the ridges… it’s already the perfect place for photos. But this time, it became the setting for something even more special. Cole had a plan. When we arrived, everything looked completely normal. I […]

Some sessions don’t go exactly as planned… and they end up being even better because of it. The Noble family visited the Smoky Mountains with Ashley’s sister, Alannah, ready for a fun evening capturing their time together. Ashley and Derrick brought along their adorable little boy, Jackson — and from the very beginning, I knew […]

Some sessions just mean a little more, and this one is definitely one of them 🤍 I’ve had the absolute joy of photographing this sweet family through so many of their biggest milestones—starting with their engagement, then their wedding, and now getting to capture the anticipation of their second baby. Watching families grow right in […]

When Julie first reached out about her family session, she knew exactly where she wanted to go — Cades Cove. And honestly, I can never argue with that choice! It’s one of the most iconic spots in the Smokies, and it always delivers the most beautiful backdrops. I’ll admit, I was a little nervous about […]

Andrea and Floyd chose the Smoky Mountains for their wedding weekend, and it could not have been a more perfect setting for such a meaningful day. Surrounded by their adorable family, they rented a gorgeous mountain cabin that gave them everything they needed — including the most beautiful, intimate spot for their ceremony. From the […]

Some sessions are calm and quiet… and then there are sessions like the Petka family’s — full of movement, laughter, and boys who are always on the go. This one was pure chaos in the very best way. As someone who is very partial to photographing boys, this session felt right up my alley. These […]

There’s something extra special about families who show up with full hearts and positive attitudes — even after a long drive — and the Ranson family did exactly that. They drove several hours straight to meet me for an early morning session on the Foothills Parkway, and from the very start, it was clear this […]

The Smoky Mountains have a way of bringing families together, and the English family’s session was a perfect example of that. Visiting all the way from California, they chose the Smokies as the backdrop for their family memories, and I’m so glad they did. As a boy mom myself, I instantly connected with this session. […]

Some sessions stay with you long after you pack up your camera — and Penny and Jimmy’s vow renewal was absolutely one of those days. Penny and Jimmy celebrated 50 years of marriage with a heartfelt vow renewal planned with so much love by their daughters. The original plan was to use their rental cabin […]

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 […]