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Nashville, Tennessee : Music City Admit it – when you think of ‘country’ one of the first things that comes to mind is Nashville, Tennessee.  As a Nashville wedding photographer its the first thing I hear from most people exploring the area. Everyone wants a memorable elopement, wedding or photoshoot, and Nashville has a lot […]

Wedding Planning

Jul 20, 2022

All About Nashville, from a Nashville Wedding Photographer

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Nature is calling you — in the most beautiful way possible.  Whether you are planning a picture-perfect photoshoot, or your whole wedding day to be on location, the world renowned Great Smoky Mountains National Park should absolutely be on the list of considerations for your big day!  Being a Smoky Mountain Photographer has given me […]

Wedding Planning

Jul 13, 2022

The Mountains are Calling, from a Smoky Mountain Photographer

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Part 1 : This or That? Unlike a birthday party, anniversary, or family celebration, there is a LOT more work involved in planning a wedding.  Although there are many similar things to organise, unlike birthday parties, you only plan to go through a wedding ONCE. Make your top wedding decisions with some expert advice! Traditionally, […]

Wedding Photography

Jun 8, 2022

Top Wedding Decisions Every Couple Makes

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There was so much laughter that my face legit hurt after we were done. Which is funny because the both said they were super awkward. They were worried about how the images would turn out. Ayrean and Christian CRUSHED it! Every couple that thinks they’re awkward ends up creating the BEST images.

Couple Photography

May 12, 2022

Ayrean + Christian | Engagement Session | Harlinsdale Farm | Franklin, TN

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Throughout my time as a Smoky Mountain elopement photographer, I have worked with some incredible couples, just like these two! Rebekah and Oluwayemisi (Yemisi or Yemi)’s African wedding traditions found throughout their Smoky Mountain wedding was one of the most unique and special events I’ve been to. There were moments of laughter, fun, and emotionally […]

Wedding Photography

Feb 9, 2022

Rebekah + Yemisi | African Wedding Traditions in the Smokys | Gatlinburg, TN

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The best feeling is being outdoors when the weather is just right, being a Smoky Mountain elopement photographer, I love taking time to explore the beauty of those mountains! There are so many things you can do in the Smoky Mountains during the spring. You can go for a water adventure, hiking up to summits […]

Couple Photography

Jan 12, 2022

Smoky Mountain Photo Locations and Thrilling Spring Activities

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Eily and Joshua’s tombstone wedding at Legacy Farms was a Knoxville wedding photographer’s dream. The couple had incredible details throughout their rustic chic wedding day that made it that much more unique and sentimental. Throughout their tombstone wedding at Legacy Farms the couple showed off family heirlooms, while keeping the guests minimal, with only close […]

Wedding Photography

Nov 16, 2021

Eily + Joshua | Tombstone Wedding at Legacy Farms | Lebanon, TN

tombstone wedding at legacy farms wedding ceremony

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Living in Tennessee has been so much fun as a wedding photographer, I’ve been able to meet such incredible people and explore beautiful locations. The Smoky Mountains are nothing short of incredible, the sights are breathtaking and never get old. If you’re considering an adventure elopement, one in Smoky Mountain matched with Smoky Mountain Photography […]

Wedding Planning

Oct 26, 2021

Smoky Mountain Elopement Guide

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The Island in Pigeon Forge was the perfect spot for this surprise proposal. Matt and Bailey live in Florida and drove up the day of the proposal for the surprise. I had been talking to Matt planning for a little while, and I was just as excited as he was for the big moment! It […]

Couple Photography

Sep 18, 2021

Bailey + Matt | The Island | Pigeon Forge, TN

newly engaged couple kissing celebrating

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One of my all time favorite things to see at a wedding, is the wedding tradition of something old, new borrowed and blue. It’s something that is usually incredibly sentimental, while bringing family together. I’ve had so many brides incorporate family heirlooms to their event. Even though this tradition can come from wives tales and […]

Wedding Photography

Sep 9, 2021

Wedding Tradition Must Haves | Old, New, Borrowed + Blue

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