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The Young Family came all the way from Arkansas to vacation in the Smokies, and I was lucky enough to spend an evening with them capturing some memories! We met up in Greenbrier, one of my favorite river spots, and it ended up being the perfect location for their session. With the summer heat in […]

East Tennessee, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Greenbriar, Vacation Photos

August 21, 2025

Young Family | Smoky Mountain Family Session in Greenbrier

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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 […]

Couple Photos, East Tennessee, Engagement, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Proposal, Surprise Proposal

August 18, 2025

A Love Story in the Mountains: Brandon’s Surprise Proposal to Summer

Surprise Spring Proposal at Gatlinburg Overlook
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There’s just something extra special about extended families vacationing together—and the Regan family brought all the fun, love, and energy for their session in the Smokies! We met up on a very hot summer day, but you wouldn’t know it by looking at their smiles. This whole crew embraced the heat, the wind, and the […]

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

August 14, 2025

Regan Family | Smoky Mountain Vacation Session📍 Great Smoky Mountains

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I didn’t quite make it in time to officially offer mini sessions in the lavender fields this year, but I couldn’t let the season slip by without capturing a few dreamy moments among the blooms. So I gathered a few of my favorite models and headed out to one of the most beautiful spots around […]

East Tennessee, Family Photos, Flowers, Great Smoky Mountains, Kids, Mini Session

July 31, 2025

Lavender Field Magic | Smoky Mountains Photography

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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 […]

Anakeesta, Couple Photos, Covered Bridge, East Tennessee, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains

July 28, 2025

A Beautiful Surprise: Steve and Wendy’s Couple Session in Pittman Center TN

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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 […]

Couple Photos, East Tennessee, Engagement, Foothills Parkway, Great Smoky Mountains, Proposal, Surprise Proposal, Townsend TN

July 21, 2025

A Love to Remember: Mark’s Surprise Proposal to Madison

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I had the absolute pleasure of capturing some sweet moments for the Gonzalez family during their visit from Iowa to the stunning Smoky Mountains. We met up in Wears Valley, and let me just say – this family is as adorable as they come! It was the perfect location to create memories in the midst […]

East Tennessee, Family, Family Photos, Great Smoky Mountains, Kids, Smoky Mountains, Wears Valley

July 14, 2025

Gonzalez Family Photo Session: A Heartwarming Day in Wears Valley

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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 […]

Couple Photos, East Tennessee, Engagement, Great Smoky Mountains, Proposal, Smoky Mountains, Surprise Proposal

July 7, 2025

Nick’s Surprise Proposal to Gabriela: A Beautiful Moment by the River

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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 […]

Couple Photos, East Tennessee, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Proposal, Smoky Mountains, Surprise Proposal

June 30, 2025

Jake’s Beautiful Proposal to Jessica: A Private Moment in Gatlinburg

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Sometimes, the most unexpected moments lead to the most memorable experiences—and that’s exactly what happened during Anthony and Paige’s February couple session. From the moment we met, I could tell that they were the sweetest couple, so full of love and adventure. They were visiting from Iowa, and Anthony had the most thoughtful surprise planned […]

Couple Photos, East Tennessee, Gatlinburg, Great Smoky Mountains, Smoky Mountains

June 23, 2025

Anthony and Paige’s Sweet February Couple Session in Gatlinburg

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