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!

It is a common discussion between Gatlinburg photographers, what do you do when a family member brings their camera? I will say, I have zero problems with a family member bringing a camera! I love that they want to document your big day and celebrate. But, there are a few things that should be noted.

Family photos are a beautiful opportunity to photograph what really matters. To capture memories, relationships and candid moments. These in home family photos in Maryville TN turned out so beautifully, that not only do I need to highlight them in a blog. BUT! I also want to encourage you to consider in home family photos.

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.

One of my favorite things as a Gatlinburg photographer is that the Smokies don’t know bad weather! I have captured engagements and elopements in sunshine, rain, clouds, wind, you name it! And every time the images turn out stunning. It is unreal how beautiful this part of the country is.

I have been to a lot of different cabins in Gatlinburg for events and weddings through the years. And as a Gatlinburg photographer there are a few features that I appreciate when it comes to a Gatlinburg Wedding Airbnb. Kindred Spirits Cabin checks all the boxes! Making it the perfect cabin for an elopement.

Your wedding ceremony will only happen once. How can you get the perfect Gatlinburg wedding ceremony pictures? Here are my tips and tricks for your Gatlinburg wedding in the Smokies!

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.

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!