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 […]

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 […]

Valentine’s Day is a day for love, surprises, and unforgettable moments—and for Brock and Kimberly, this year’s celebration was one they will never forget. Brock’s proposal to Kimberly was nothing short of perfect, full of romance, excitement, and a little bit of adventure. One of the most impressive things about Brock’s proposal was how well […]

It’s not every day that you get to capture such beautiful family moments, but when Lauren and Jillian reached out about booking a family session during their recent vacation from Texas, I knew it would be something special. This trip was more than just a getaway—it was a celebration of family, fun, and making memories […]

Sometimes, the best memories come from the unexpected moments, and the Junior family’s photo session in the Smokies was certainly one of those. They were visiting from Alabama, and we had been planning their family photos for a while. The weekend had been a mix of anticipation and uncertainty, thanks to a rare snowstorm that […]

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 […]