A quiet elopement in the Smoky Mountains is peak romance, and I was happy to serve as the Gatlinburg elopement photographer for this beautiful couple. Lush forests, misty peaks, and golden sunlight were the trademark for Sam and Amanda, and I can’t help but share these gorgeous photos with you.

Working as a Gatlinburg photographer for years. As a result, I have been able to visit and photograph at dozens of venues. Learning the inside scoop on amenities, overall service, and ease of planning with the venues. Here are my top six Gatlinburg venues that are really worth the hype!

As a Gatlinburg photographer I was to share everything you will need to legally be married in Gatlinburg and to easily elope in the Smoky Mountains.

Here in our lovely Smoky Mountains, a waterfall elopement is waiting for you and your loved one! Elopements are always a wonderful experience for me as a Gatlinburg wedding photographer. Read on to find out why a waterfall elopement is the next big trend—and check out these beautiful pics of Heaven and Bryan along the way.  

One of the biggest misconceptions about eloping is the lack of planning it takes. It isn’t as simple as showing up and getting married. You still have planning to do, even if it is significantly less than a traditional wedding. I get asked a lot as a Gatlinburg photographer for an elopement checklist, and today I am going to deliver! Here are the basics to planning your elopement!

As a Gatlinburg elopement photographer, I have met with hundreds of couples over my career, and honestly, I can just tell when a couple would be happier eloping. So, put yourself to the test! Here are five signs you should definitely elope to Gatlinburg. 

The Foothills Parkway through the year is stunning and one of my all-time favorite backdrops for wedding photos in the mountains. And if you don’t believe me just take a look at the Foothills in every season!

In my time capturing couples who elope to Gatlinburg, I have found that there are a lot of misconceptions about eloping. And while truth is spread through rumors, some of these assumptions are just not true. Let’s debunk 6 myths about eloping.

We’re so lucky here in Gatlinburg to have such beautiful vistas so close by. Mountain Mist Farms and its beautiful scenery are just up the mountain in Pigeon Forge. The venue itself is just 15 minutes from us in downtown Gatlinburg!

This past winter was a warmer winter for Tennessee, so there wasn’t any snow, but it was still beautiful. And the warmer temperatures made it perfect weather for exploring during a bridal session. As a Gatlinburg photographer, I am so excited to share the highlights of this session with you. 

A micro wedding is all the goodness of a full wedding, but condensed into a fun-sized, easy-on-the-wallet party! Gatlinburg photographers are loving this trend, and we’re loving even more that we can spotlight local venues.

Picture this: a homey chapel with intricate stained glass, a rushing river, and the most romantic ceremony. I’m telling you, photographers in Gatlinburg, TN have the best job ever!

So you have decided that eloping in Gatlinburg is the move for you and your sweetheart! Congratulations🎉 I So instead of just handing you a list and wishing you the best of luck, I am going to walk you through some of the best spots to elope in Gatlinburg.

As a Gatlinburg wedding photographer, I’m going to let you in on a secret that I don’t feel like enough people know about: you can have two different backdrops for your wedding photos. Getting variety in your photos locations is the key to loving your wedding gallery.

Need Gatlinburg wedding packages for two? I’ve got you!! Capturing love stories in the Smoky Mountains is such an honor. And as a Gatlinburg photographer I understand that every wedding is different. Today we are going to focus on what each of my packages looks like for a true two person elopement.

If there is one thing us Gatlinburg photographers know how to handle, it is a rainy day wedding. And I’ll be honest, it is one of my favorite types of weddings! But, if you are unsure about a rainy day, here is what happens if it rains on your Gatlinburg wedding.

I really get to do it all as a Gatlinburg photographer. But this, this was a first even for me! An Anakeesta Wedding was something that I never imagined I would get to capture, but I am so glad I did. And I wish more couples would celebrate their elopement with such an exciting adventure!

It is no secret that the Smoky Mountains have more locations for wedding photos than you can get to in a single session. From outlooks that give you endless mountain views, to wooded groves with babbling brooks. We seriously have it all!

Whenever I find an Airbnb perfect for an elopement, you know I just have to share! Because let’s face it, even when eloping a lot of couples want some sort of venue. And an Airbnb elopement does just that! Let me share why I loved this Airbnb as a Gatlinburg photographer.

Have you heard of the wedding tradition and saying, “something old, something new, something borrowed and something blue”? Even if you are eloping with an intimate Gatlinburg ceremony, this is a fun tradition that most brides enjoy.