2016, you were a beast.

In 2016, I photographed Brooklyn, Asheville, the Bahamas, the Smokies, Destin, Tampa, South Carolina, Nashville, Chattanooga, Knoxville, and Atlanta.

In 2016, I found more of my people. The ones who want me to document their weddings wholly- to show off the quirk & the joy & the emotion & the dance moves.

In 2016, I had a photo in the New York Times.

In 2016, I photographed weddings outdoors, indoors, in barns, in churches, in warehouses, on mountains, on a beach, and in the rain. I froze my ass off. I sweated my ass off. I photographed traditional weddings; I photographed couples who bucked tradition. A few of my couples peer pressured me into 10am whiskey shots.  I ate pie. I ate cake. I ate cookies. I cried a bit. I laughed a whole lot.

This entire post is dedicated to my incredible couples. Each & every one of you! You give me the opportunity to make art. You inspire me. You trust my crazy ideas & suggestions. We come together for one day & we make magic. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

Buckle up. This one is a doozy.

Molly & Dan are makers. Molly is an incredible calligrapher & Dan is a really talented woodworker. Together they form a creative power couple that crafted a spunky, personality-filled wedding. From dancing down the aisle to cramming their faces with Local Taco, Molly & Dan made the most of their wedding day. Molly, a woman after my own heart, even had her own personal container of Daisy sour cream for her tacos. I love that the photos from this Wren’s Nest wedding move from silly to heartfelt to energetic!

I’m super pumped to share their Wren’s Nest wedding photos. Located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, the Wren’s Nest is a secluded rustic barn venue just outside of Nashville. I adore the back-lit barn slats & the wooded property. It rained off & on all day, so the couple opted for the upstairs barn space instead of the outdoor ceremony spot. I think they made a great choice! Here are some of the other vendors who made this Wren’s Nest wedding so special: Officiant Shawn Thomas Smith, the Loving Pie Company, florals by Lauren Marie Atkinson,  hair & makeup by Leslie Ellis, Holes to Go, and the Shutter Bus. I hope you enjoy! Molly & Dan, thank you for having me document your joyful, charming wedding.

Shannon & Pedro came all the way from Huntsville, Alabama for their Bluff View Art District wedding. Their incredible Chattanooga elopement took place behind the Maclellan House & was officiated by Reverend James Ramsey. Flowers by Tami provided the beautiful florals. After their intimate ceremony, we wandered around the stunning art district for portraits. Shannon & Pedro had the perfect spring weather for their elopement. It was sunny & warm, with pops of cheerful, blooming trees.

Every time I receive an email about elopement photography, I get so excited. Elopements are one of my absolute favorite things to photograph.  The joy, the laid-back nature, the ample portrait time! It’s perfect for my style. I hope you enjoy Shannon & Pedro’s Bluff View Art District wedding photos. And if you are eloping in Chattanooga (or anywhere!), please get in touch. 

Big shout out to Shannon & Pedro for having me along for their joyful elopement!

Since I’m officially a Knoxville wedding photographer now, it’s about time to blog some Knoxville weddings!

When I think of Sam & Casey’s wedding day, I think of family. They were married in their family’s backyard, surrounded by kids and loved ones. Sam & Casey must be the proudest aunt & uncle around. Their joy-filled wedding was an honor to photograph. After every wedding, there’s always a moment that stays with me. Photographing Sam & Casey after the ceremony on the porch of their newly shared home was a beautiful experience. They overflowed with happiness from just being married! These little personalized details of this backyard wedding came together to create a very intimate day.

Knoxville Wedding Photographer

Sam & Casey’s backyard Knoxville wedding was so classically southern. Quilts, apple butter, banana pudding, church pews, fried okra, homegrown green-beans, fried chicken, & summer humidity. All things that I think many of us who grew up in East Tennessee instantly connect with. It delighted me to see that Sam even had tiny green tomatoes in her wedding bouquet! As a Knoxville wedding photographer, I love the different types of weddings I am able to photograph!

Huge thanks to Brittany of Eden Bliss Weddings for second shooting this event with me. A few of these photos were taken by her. The incredible florals were provided by Scott Morrel. Enjoy a glimpse into this beautiful day!

If you are looking for your own Knoxville wedding photographer, I’d love to chat!

Oh my, do I have sweet wedding for you today. I am so excited to share these RT Lodge wedding photos! If you’ve never been to RT Lodge, let me draw you a picture. Nestled in the foothills of the Smokies, RT Lodge is a stunner. Every piece of this property is beautiful & just oozing with Americana. From the drive to the property with the ivy-filled woods to the perfectly lit twinkle lights, you’ll be in awe. At least I am! Autumn & Jared were married on September Saturday with perfect weather. I assisted the wonderful Anna Hedges on this RT Lodge wedding. Thank you Anna for having me along!

RT Lodge Wedding Photos

If you are having an RT Lodge wedding & are looking for a wedding photographer, please do get in touch! I’ve got something special in mind for you. Despite shooting over a hundred weddings in the area, I’ve never shot as a primary photographer at RT Lodge & I am just dying for the opportunity! It’s definitely at the TOP of my wedding venue wishlist.

The english ivy surrounding the woods at RT Lodge adds such a dreaminess to the photos!

I am an absolute sucker for these two moments with Autumn’s parents. These moments!!

ALWAYS a huge fan of a wedding dip. Good job, Jared!

Autumn & Jared were so incredibly sweet together. I can’t get over these cute wedding recessional moments!

Jared’s parents looked on adoringly at their son & new daughter-in-law!

The classy hanging lights at RT Lodge show up in the photos so beautifully.

I always love it when a couple has fun with the cake cutting!

Wedding venue & catering by RT Lodge in Maryville, TN.

If you are looking for your very own RT Lodge wedding photos, I’d love to chat with you. Just get in touch!