Aimee and Zach’s couple session was the perfect blend of mountain views, easy conversation, and genuine connection. Recently engaged and visiting from Pittsburgh, these two chose to spend their time exploring one of their favorite places—the Smoky Mountains. We met along the Foothills Parkway and took our time moving between overlooks, letting the scenery and […]

One of my favorite parts of being a photographer here in the Smoky Mountains is meeting families who return to this place year after year. The Lindsey family traveled in from Alabama for their visit, and this trip held a lot of meaning for them—it was a wish from their grandma, great-grandma, Nana. Sabre shared […]

Sometimes the weather doesn’t cooperate, and sometimes it gives you magic. Yesterday, Rachel and Devin proved that a little rain can’t stop true love—or an adventurous couple! This sweet couple recently got engaged and are planning their wedding for next year. When we planned their session, the forecast looked… well, soggy. Rain had been falling […]

Linda and Jim recently returned to the Great Smoky Mountains to celebrate a very special milestone—their 10-year wedding anniversary! While they were in town, they also joined in the fun of Jeep Invasion, making it a weekend full of adventure and memories. Despite a rainy weekend, we were treated to a beautiful morning for their […]

This past week, I had the pleasure of photographing the Ayris family, who traveled all the way from Michigan to enjoy a Smoky Mountain vacation. From the moment we met, it was clear that this session was going to be full of laughter, joy, and memorable moments. Emberly and Berkley immediately stole the show! While […]

The Smoky Mountains have a way of keeping me on my toes, especially when it comes to weather. I’ve been battling rain all week, and the Lemons Family session was no exception. The day looked promising until about an hour before our start time, when the drizzle and fog rolled in. Still, I had a […]

Some sessions touch my heart in a way that’s hard to put into words—this was one of them. When Michelle called me to schedule an engagement session with her fiancé, Ralph (aka Coach Kidd), I couldn’t have been more excited. These two are so special to me, not only because of their love story, but […]

Some photo sessions are pure sunshine, and some come with a little adventure—like the Wright family’s session in the Smoky Mountains. I arrived a little early that evening, hoping to beat the rain. For a few minutes, I thought we just might make it, but sure enough, the drops began to fall. You would think […]

One of my favorite parts of being a photographer in the Smoky Mountains is meeting families from all over who travel here to enjoy the beauty of this area. The Winter Family came all the way from Kansas for their summer vacation, and I was so excited to capture some special memories for them during […]

Some photo sessions come with unexpected twists, and this one is a perfect example of how going with the flow can lead to something beautiful. The Penry family had originally planned their session at another location, but we found out—on the very same day—that construction had started there. So, with a quick pivot and a […]