It was Mother’s Day morning. I arrived with my son at the Green’s home along a beautiful creek. Waylon’s baptism unfolded as a cherished family affair. I was so blessed to be asked by Waylon’s mother to capture this special moment in their lives. The role of a photographer in such intimate moments extends far beyond […]

Last weekend, I had the pleasure of being invited to document a truly special event—a dual celebration marking the milestones of Khloe and Brooklyn. Khloe, adorable and curious, was celebrating her first birthday, while Brooklyn was graduating from high school. The blend of these two life events made for a day filled with joy, laughter, […]

Meet the Smith Family! I got the pleasure of taking family photos of this adorable family. I have known Leigha since we were kids, but I haven’t seen her in many years. She saw a shoot I did for her sister-in-law. I just love watching my clientele grow. During this shoot they also graciously allowed […]

Do you worry about what to wear to your family photo session? Really it boils down to whatever makes you happy and what you feel comfortable in, but here are some tips I tell my clients to help them narrow it down. A family photo session is a great reason to dress up and get […]

April Showers Bring May Flowers! Flowers are starting to appear in the Smokies but full blooms are not quite here. I thought I would take the opportunity to celebrate the April Showers portion of the old saying. I’d had the idea for an umbrella and galoshes session about six months ago, so I had to […]

I love to have full sessions with families and really get to know them, but I also like to offer monthly themed mini sessions. These events give local families the opportunity to have more photos taken without spending the money allocated for more in depth and personal lengthyshoots. The sessions are shorter (10-15 minutes) and […]

I get asked all the time about posing, natural looks. “What do I do with my hands?” Every family has those scrapbooks filled with the same smiles over and over, grinning teeth, pursed lips. Why does Aunt Debra always look a little drunk whether she’s at the dinner table or at the beach? Why does […]