Some sessions are calm and quiet… and then there are sessions like the Petka family’s — full of movement, laughter, and boys who are always on the go. This one was pure chaos in the very best way. As someone who is very partial to photographing boys, this session felt right up my alley. These […]

There’s something extra special about families who show up with full hearts and positive attitudes — even after a long drive — and the Ranson family did exactly that. They drove several hours straight to meet me for an early morning session on the Foothills Parkway, and from the very start, it was clear this […]

The Smoky Mountains have a way of bringing families together, and the English family’s session was a perfect example of that. Visiting all the way from California, they chose the Smokies as the backdrop for their family memories, and I’m so glad they did. As a boy mom myself, I instantly connected with this session. […]

Some sessions just feel easy from the very beginning, and the Teckenbrock family’s session in Gatlinburg was exactly that. From the moment we met up, I knew this one was going to be special. This adorable crew had some of the best‑behaved, most positive kids I’ve worked with in a long time. They were up […]

There’s something so special about families who make it a priority to come together, especially when everyone is traveling in from different states. The Wray family did just that, gathering in the Smokies for a memorable family vacation — and I was honored to help capture it. This session took place at their rental cabin […]

Some sessions just stick with you—and the Oney Family’s was absolutely one of those. I loved every minute of this sweet morning together. Kate and Michael traveled all the way from Indiana with their two little ones, Avery and baby Joshua, to soak in some Smoky Mountain time. They are such a nature-loving family, 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 […]

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 […]

This summer I had the absolute joy of photographing the Volion family, who traveled all the way from Louisiana for a much-needed Smoky Mountain vacation. And let me tell you — they brought the southern charm, the fun, and the good vibes with them! Despite the summer heat (and let’s be real, it was hot), […]

There’s something extra special about photographing extended families — and the Long Family’s session was such a perfect reminder of that! This crew came to the Smoky Mountains for their first vacation all together, and I was honored to capture these memories for them. We met near one of my favorite spots, complete with a […]