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Kam’s Smoky Mountain Surprise Proposal || Knoxville, TN

I love a good surprise, and this one was so good. Kam and I had been talking for about a month planning his Smoky Mountain surprise proposal. He was anxiously planning this big moment. He wanted it to be perfect for his girlfriend, now fiance, Alisha. If you know me, you know I love going to visit the Smoky Mountains, so I was all in on this surprise proposal. The Proposal Kam and their friends planned a hiking trip out here, and traveled from Houston, Texas. They planned their last stop for the proposal to be at Clingmans Dome .  Kam planned their Smoky Mountain surprise proposal with both his parents and hers. Such a fun way to get the

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Karli and Brandon || Fall Smoky Mountain Elopement || Gatlinburg, TN

Karli and Brandon’s fall Smoky Mountain elopement was beautiful and so much fun! They traveled from Mississippi for their dream outdoor elopement and it was just a perfect day.  Karli looked stunning in her wedding dress and was so happy and full of joy. Going to the Smoky Mountains for their elopement was a dream and the perfect location for their big day. Smoky Mountain National Park is one of my favorites to hike and explore, so I was extremely excited to be able to be there on their big day. Karli’s vision for her wedding was timeless and classic with a touch of outdoor fun. Their Smoky Mountain elopement was just that. First, I stole Karli and Brandon away

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Chris And Michelle Stephens || Knoxville Family Session || Knoxville, TN

I believe there are two important things you would do for the next generation. Teach them about Jesus and show up in their daily lives. Both take daily commitment and mindfulness, but what an amazing legacy to leave! My pastors, Chris and Michelle Stephens are doing just that for their six grandchildren. They are also showing up IN PHOTOS and not just behind the camera. They are making their first annual Knoxville family session a priority. I love that they are making these memories together. Memories that will one day be placed in tiny silver picture frames on fireplace mantles! Family Session Michelle’s been wanting a professional Christmas session for years. She wanted herself, pastor Chris Stephens, the dog, her

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The Barn At Chestnut Springs || Summer Smoky Mountain Wedding || Jesse and Lauren

  The Barn At Chestnut Springs The Barn At Chestnut Springs describes their venue beautiful. “Situated just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, The Barn at Chestnut Springs is an ideal countryside location to celebrate your wedding day.  This gray weathered wood barn has been beautifully renovated to serve as a premier wedding venue.  The large main room features vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and is appointed with elegant chandeliers and wall sconces.  A wooded cove awaits guests just outside the back doors, providing lovely views year-round and great outdoor space.” I would also like to add that Melanie and the staff are pretty awesome as well! The combination of the Smoky Mountains, a pretty venue, awesome people and you

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Rebecca and Brandon || Summer Wedding Near Chattanooga TN || Chattanooga Wedding Photographers

Summer Wedding Chattanooga TN Guys, we made it!! COVID didn’t stop us this time! This couple’s wedding was moved from April and COVID has thrown so many things their way. We were all so excited that their wedding finally happened!! This summer wedding Chattanooga TN was amazing! Getting Ready Let’s first start with the Italian Villa they rented to get ready it! Um, it was so pretty they could have gotten married there! Just think lakefront views with a Tuscany charm! I wanted to move in! They got ready, did first look photos, and had a family dinner. I had never shot a wedding where the couple did a family dinner before the wedding, but I loved the thought. It

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Glacier National Park Engagement Session || Eric and Paige || West Glacier, Montana

Glacier National Park Engagement Session  This Glacier National Park engagement session is not on my list of things to do while traveling. A few weeks ago I planned a last-minute trip to Glacier National Park (personal post link). One thing you may not know is that I am known for being the queen of last-minute trip planning! I haven’t traveled much this year and I was getting to the point where I couldn’t stay at home anymore. One night I was sitting at home editing a wedding and I got the urge to travel. A friend had gone to Glacier and her photos intrigued me. Glacier National Park had been on my bucket list to travel to, but I hadn’t planned

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Kam’s Smoky Mountain Surprise Proposal || Knoxville, TN

I love a good surprise, and this one was so good. Kam and I had been talking for about a month planning his Smoky Mountain surprise proposal. He was anxiously planning this big moment. He wanted it to be perfect for his girlfriend, now fiance, Alisha. If you know me, you know I love going to visit the Smoky Mountains, so I was all in on this surprise proposal. The Proposal Kam and their friends planned a hiking trip out here, and traveled from Houston, Texas. They planned their last stop for the proposal to be at Clingmans Dome .  Kam planned their Smoky Mountain surprise proposal with both his parents and hers. Such a fun way to get the

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Karli and Brandon || Fall Smoky Mountain Elopement || Gatlinburg, TN

Karli and Brandon’s fall Smoky Mountain elopement was beautiful and so much fun! They traveled from Mississippi for their dream outdoor elopement and it was just a perfect day.  Karli looked stunning in her wedding dress and was so happy and full of joy. Going to the Smoky Mountains for their elopement was a dream and the perfect location for their big day. Smoky Mountain National Park is one of my favorites to hike and explore, so I was extremely excited to be able to be there on their big day. Karli’s vision for her wedding was timeless and classic with a touch of outdoor fun. Their Smoky Mountain elopement was just that. First, I stole Karli and Brandon away

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Chris And Michelle Stephens || Knoxville Family Session || Knoxville, TN

I believe there are two important things you would do for the next generation. Teach them about Jesus and show up in their daily lives. Both take daily commitment and mindfulness, but what an amazing legacy to leave! My pastors, Chris and Michelle Stephens are doing just that for their six grandchildren. They are also showing up IN PHOTOS and not just behind the camera. They are making their first annual Knoxville family session a priority. I love that they are making these memories together. Memories that will one day be placed in tiny silver picture frames on fireplace mantles! Family Session Michelle’s been wanting a professional Christmas session for years. She wanted herself, pastor Chris Stephens, the dog, her

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The Barn At Chestnut Springs || Summer Smoky Mountain Wedding || Jesse and Lauren

  The Barn At Chestnut Springs The Barn At Chestnut Springs describes their venue beautiful. “Situated just outside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, The Barn at Chestnut Springs is an ideal countryside location to celebrate your wedding day.  This gray weathered wood barn has been beautifully renovated to serve as a premier wedding venue.  The large main room features vaulted ceilings with exposed beams and is appointed with elegant chandeliers and wall sconces.  A wooded cove awaits guests just outside the back doors, providing lovely views year-round and great outdoor space.” I would also like to add that Melanie and the staff are pretty awesome as well! The combination of the Smoky Mountains, a pretty venue, awesome people and you

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Rebecca and Brandon || Summer Wedding Near Chattanooga TN || Chattanooga Wedding Photographers

Summer Wedding Chattanooga TN Guys, we made it!! COVID didn’t stop us this time! This couple’s wedding was moved from April and COVID has thrown so many things their way. We were all so excited that their wedding finally happened!! This summer wedding Chattanooga TN was amazing! Getting Ready Let’s first start with the Italian Villa they rented to get ready it! Um, it was so pretty they could have gotten married there! Just think lakefront views with a Tuscany charm! I wanted to move in! They got ready, did first look photos, and had a family dinner. I had never shot a wedding where the couple did a family dinner before the wedding, but I loved the thought. It

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Glacier National Park Engagement Session || Eric and Paige || West Glacier, Montana

Glacier National Park Engagement Session  This Glacier National Park engagement session is not on my list of things to do while traveling. A few weeks ago I planned a last-minute trip to Glacier National Park (personal post link). One thing you may not know is that I am known for being the queen of last-minute trip planning! I haven’t traveled much this year and I was getting to the point where I couldn’t stay at home anymore. One night I was sitting at home editing a wedding and I got the urge to travel. A friend had gone to Glacier and her photos intrigued me. Glacier National Park had been on my bucket list to travel to, but I hadn’t planned

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