How can you really make sure that you have the best Gatlinburg wedding day? After seeing hundreds of weddings as a Gatlinburg photographer, here are a few tips that I would share with my own friends for a successful wedding. 

When you have a young family, getting quality family photos is so important. But sometimes preparing our children for Gatlinburg family photos can be stressful, or just avoided all together. As your Gatlinburg photographer let me share some great tips for prepping your children for family pictures.

One of the best parts of wedding photography are the bridals we take! As your Gatlinburg photographer, here’s my #1 tip for having beautiful bridals: prepare ahead of time! 

Do you ever wonder about the “best” poses for senior portraits? We know that a variety of poses can be the “best,” depending on the style of the shoot, body type, etc.! But, secretly, I think all Gatlinburg photographers have their favorite poses, the ones that look great on everybody. So I’m confessing: here are my favorite senior picture poses!

Fall family pictures are here!! We are back with pumpkin spice, sweaters, and the fall colors of the Smokies! As a Gatlinburg photographer, I know one of the biggest stressors can be deciding how to match everybody. Let me give you some peace of mind as we explore what works for fall family picture outfits!

As a Gatlinburg photographer I am loving this cabin-in-the-woods vibe. And if you are thinking the same thing, check out The Lodge at Brother’s Cove. Close to Gatlinburg, stunning mountain views and an intimate location.

You deserve your elopement to be the greatest day of your life. And with that, a lot of couples want to invite friends and family to tag along! As a Gatlinburg photographer I have seen the difference guests make at a wedding. So if you decide that you do want to invite your favorite people to your elopement, then here is the best way to form your elopement guest list.

As the school year begins and the weather cools, you may just get the itch to take fall senior pictures. And there is no better place than in the Smoky Mountains! Especially with the stunning backdrops that the Foothills Parkway has to offer!

Jack and Abby booked a session with me for some couple photos in the Smokies. The location was right, the poses were so sweet and we were having a great time, but Jack was holding on to a secret! As we passed a garden, he pulled out a tiny piece of jewelry… little did Abby know, this was actually a Smoky Mountain Proposal.

If you’ve got a big extended family, you may feel a little apprehensive about taking extended family photos. Here’s a few tips I can share with you from my experience photographing big families as a Gatlinburg photographer.

As a Gatlinburg photographer I know this area inside and out! Not only for the perfect spot to tie the knot and have your dream wedding pictures. But, I also have so many recommendation for your honeymoon, anniversary trip or really any other visit. Here is my favorite of all the honeymoon cabins in Gatlinburg TN!

Newly engaged? Engagement photos are some of the most beautiful of all of the sessions I do as a Gatlinburg photographer—and they need to be! These are the photos that are sent out on wedding invitations to literally everyone you know! Today I’m going to share with you my best advice for engagement photo poses that are sure to stand out on those invites!

The years go by so quickly as a parent, you just have to capture every wonderful stage as your children grow. But why does it seem like the packet portfolio sent home on school picture day doesn’t have one picture with your kid’s actual smile? I’m here to tell you that the pictures you really hope for, ones that showcase personality and stage of life, can be made a reality! Here’s a Gatlinburg photographers’ guide to posing kids.

If you’re willing to take a little drive west of Gatlinburg, your perfect summer engagement photos are waiting for you in the Smoky Mountains! We went on a journey out in the wilds of Cades Cove with Marley and Dylan for their romantic Gatlinburg summer engagements photos. It was a little bit country and a ton of fun!

Are you loving summer as much as I am? With the bright greenery and warm hues of the sun, summer bookings are so much fun for photographers in Gatlinburg!  Let me share some great inspo shots, and along the way I’ll give you some tips on how you can also achieve this look with your own summer family photo outfits! 

As a Gatlinburg photographer some of my favorite images come from the chance to photograph a Gatlinburg anniversary photoshoot! You relationship has had time to mature and as a result you photos hold such deep meaning.

As a Gatlinburg wedding photographer I have noticed that getting ready photos have gained popularity over the years and rightfully so! Capturing the essence of the wedding day in photos is a really great way to create lasting memories.

Senior photo ideas can seem tricky when you’re coming up on a graduation. There’s just so much to plan for this once in a lifetime event! As a Gatlinburg photographer I seriously love the creativity that can go into senior photos. So let me give you all the senior photo ideas and advice for high school and college seniors alike. 

Is A First Look For You? In short, yes! First looks are something that I truly believe every couple can enjoy. Even my couples who are eloping to Gatlinburg! Here are a few things to consider when deciding on a first look.

As spring blooms and summer approaches, I see more bookings come through for family photos. Are you looking for family photos in Gatlinburg? Let me share with you some types of family photos you should look for in your next session.