What better way to start a new chapter in life than with a surprise proposal, the breathtaking beauty of the outdoors, and a love story that has been blossoming for nearly five years? Chase had been planning this perfect moment for months—carefully crafting a surprise proposal for his longtime love, Lexy, during a New Year’s […]

I had the absolute pleasure of working with the Kurtz family during their vacation in the Smoky Mountains. Hailing from Maryland, they were ready to make some unforgettable memories while visiting one of the most scenic spots in the Smokies. When Renee reached out to me about their family photo session, we were all set […]

There are proposals, and then there are proposals that involve not only a heartwarming “yes” but also a celebration of love with family by your side. That’s exactly what happened when Corbin proposed to MaKyla. What made this moment even more special was that MaKyla’s mom reached out to me to capture this incredible day. […]

There are moments in life that leave you speechless, and Korbin’s surprise proposal to Ali was one of those moments. What made it even more special? He chose their 7-year anniversary to pop the question! Korbin and Ali have been inseparable since high school. Korbin was a sophomore, and Ali was a freshman when they […]

There’s something truly special about getting to photograph a family you’ve known for years. I first met Rita long before I began my photography career. We worked together for quite a while, and to see her and her wonderful family now, asking me to capture their memories, was an absolute honor. When Rita and her […]

When I received the request for the Wilkinson family photo session, I knew it was going to be a memorable one. With 24 family members—14 of them being energetic kids—it promised to be both a fun challenge and an opportunity to capture some incredible moments. The Wilkinson family definitely kept me on my toes, but […]

When I first received the booking for the Marcum family’s photo session, I didn’t anticipate how adventurous it would become! It was one of those chilly, windy days in the Smoky Mountains where the weather couldn’t quite decide if it was going to snow or not. The temperatures were low, and the wind was fierce, […]

There are moments in life that take us completely by surprise, and for Ciara, one of those moments came when Mickie proposed to her at The Christmas Inn in Pigeon Forge. It was a proposal filled with thoughtfulness, love, and a little bit of holiday magic—a perfect reflection of Mickie’s careful planning and the couple’s […]

Sometimes, a love story begins in the most unexpected ways, and for Brad and Tara, their connection was instant. Though they’ve only been together for 2.5 months, their bond is already strong, built on shared moments of kindness, laughter, and understanding. As a couple with a bit of anxiety, Brad and Tara’s journey together has […]

The Smoky Mountains are the perfect backdrop for creating lasting memories, and the Reibling family made the most of their Thanksgiving getaway with a family photo session that was as warm and heartwarming as it was picturesque. Traveling all the way from Alabama to celebrate the holiday together, this beautiful family embraced the chilly mountain […]