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The beauty of the Smoky Mountains in the fall is hard to beat — the crisp air, the vibrant foliage, and the scenic views all make it a perfect backdrop for family photos. But what truly made the Nelson family’s fall session special was not just the stunning scenery, but the joy, laughter, and love […]

East Tennessee, Fall, Family, Family Photos, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains

January 13, 2025

Fall Family Fun in the Smokies: The Nelson Family’s Adventure

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I had the absolute pleasure of photographing the most beautiful family recently—Chelsea, Tristan, and their sweet daughter, Ensley. They traveled all the way from Ohio to the Smoky Mountains for their photo session, and I can honestly say, it was one of those days where everything just fell perfectly into place. The timing couldn’t have […]

East Tennessee, Engagement, Fall, Family, Family Photos, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Kids, Proposal, Roaring Fork Motor Nature Trail, Smoky Mountains, Surprise Proposal

December 23, 2024

A Beautiful Fall Day, a Family Photo Session, and a Surprise Proposal in the Smoky Mountains

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When Sangeeta reached out to me about her pre-wedding photoshoot, I knew it was going to be something special. This amazing couple traveled all the way from Texas to capture their love in the fall beauty of the southeast. They were hoping for vibrant, golden hues and rich reds as the backdrop to their photos, […]

Engagement, Fall, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains

December 16, 2024

Chasing Fall Colors: Sumit & Sangeeta’s Pre-Wedding Photoshoot

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This fall, we had the absolute pleasure of photographing the Goffinet Family during their visit from Indiana. Organized by the lovely Janis, the matriarch of the family, the session was filled with laughter, love, and a few unexpected surprises. As we gathered at Mynatt Park in Gatlinburg, the crisp autumn air was perfect for capturing […]

East Tennessee, Fall, Family, Family Photos, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Kids, Smoky Mountains

December 9, 2024

Capturing Autumn Memories: The Goffinet Family Fall Session

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This past weekend, I had the absolute pleasure of photographing Liz and Ryan during their couple session on the beautiful Gatlinburg Walking Trail. They were in town for the Smoky Mountain Truck Fest, and while I usually have a love-hate relationship with the loud, revving trucks, I decided to set my feelings aside for this […]

East Tennessee, Gatlinburg

October 28, 2024

Capturing Love in Nature: Liz and Ryan’s Couple Session on the Gatlinburg Walking Trail

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There’s something truly special about watching your friends’ families grow, and for me, that’s exactly what the Medford family represents. Amanda and Danny are two of the most wonderful people I know, and I’m lucky to call Amanda one of my best friends. Their boys? Well, they certainly keep me on my toes—but I wouldn’t […]

Family Photos, Foothills Parkway, Gatlinburg

October 21, 2024

Medford Family Photo Session

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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 […]

East Tennessee, Family, Gatlinburg, Sevierville TN, Wedding

September 16, 2024

Daniel and Brandi’s Smoky Mountain Wedding

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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 […]

East Tennessee, Family, Gatlinburg, Kids, Sevierville TN, Townsend TN, Wears Valley

September 9, 2024

Bagnall Family Session

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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 […]

East Tennessee, Engagement, Foothills Parkway, Gatlinburg, Proposal, Surprise Proposal, Townsend TN

August 19, 2024

Tony’s Smoky Mountain Proposal

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As the Little League season comes to a close, I find myself reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve had with our kids on the field. This year was my son’s first time playing organized baseball in several years, and despite the scoreboards not always being in our favor, the memories we’ve made are priceless. One […]

Baseball, Gatlinburg, Kids, Kids Sports, Spring

August 5, 2024

Highlanders Minor Baseball Spring 2024

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