Nestled in the heart of the Great Smoky Mountains, amidst the lush greenery and towering trees, love found its perfect moment as Brandi and Daniel exchanged vows in a heartfelt elopement ceremony. This wasn’t just a union of two souls; it was a celebration of their blended family, marked by touching moments and the serene […]

Imagine a luxurious cabin nestled in the serene Wears Valley of the Great Smoky Mountains, where laughter echoes through the woods and generations come together to celebrate love and family. This was the setting for Gary and June’s 40th wedding anniversary, a milestone that deserved to be commemorated with a timeless family photo session. From […]

Gather ’round, because we’ve got a heartwarming story to tell. Imagine a sprawling family from all corners of the country—Texas, Florida, and beyond—coming together in the scenic beauty of East Tennessee. This isn’t just any family; it’s a beautifully blended one, overflowing with love, laughter, and a few rowdy kids thrown in for good measure. […]

Recently, I had the pleasure of being invited to photograph Anne and Harry’s intimate wedding ceremony at their picturesque lake home. What started as a simple request from Anne turned into a heartwarming journey filled with love, laughter, and new beginnings. When Anne first approached me, she knew I wasn’t a traditional wedding photographer. However, […]

Imagine this: you’re in the serene beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains, surrounded by mist and the quiet whispers of nature. It’s a scene straight out of a postcard, and for Tony and Rachel from Minnesota, it became the backdrop for a momentous occasion – their engagement. Tony had reached out to me, looking for […]

In the serene embrace of the Great Smoky Mountains, where nature’s beauty whispers through every tree and stream, I had the pleasure of documenting a truly heartwarming family gathering. It all began with a heartfelt Christmas wish from Grandfather Lucky—an adventure with his loved ones. Little did he know, his daughter Wendi would orchestrate a […]

Should I only shoot proms from now on? This session turned out absolutely STUNNING. It definitely helped that I had such gorgeous (and handsome) subjects.  Hannah’s mom reached out a few weeks before prom to ask if I do prom photos. I let her know that, full disclosure, I had never done prom photos, but […]

Meet the Smith Family! I got the pleasure of taking family photos of this adorable family. I have known Leigha since we were kids, but I haven’t seen her in many years. She saw a shoot I did for her sister-in-law. I just love watching my clientele grow. During this shoot they also graciously allowed […]

When I’m not taking photos of families, I love to take photos of the local area. I couple this with location scouting for new places to have family photo sessions. One of my family’s favorite places to visit in the Smokies is Cades Cove. This is a popular spot for EVERYONE that visits the Smokies, […]

I just love this time of year in the Smokies! That feeling you get of pure joy the first time it is warm enough to drive with your windows down. The sunshine on your face and the wind in your hair. We all hunker down through the winter months through cold temperatures and dark evenings. […]