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An Anakeesta Proposal and a Walk in the Woods
For the past four years, Joe and Hannah have loved visiting the Smoky Mountains together. Anakeesta is Hannah’s favorite place to go, and Joe knew the popular tourist attraction in Gatlinburg was the perfect spot to propose. So, Joe told Hannah they were going to Anakeesta and that he had added on Anakeesta’s new personal…
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A Sunrise Proposal in Cades Cove
Dylan said he knew Meghan was “the one” when he couldn’t picture life without her and wanted to wake up everyday by her side. So, on a beautiful morning in April while on vacation in Gatlinburg, TN, he woke up, drove her to Cades Cove for a sunrise photoshoot, and surprised her by dropping to…
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Beth and Stephanie Celebrate Being Just Married!
Meet Beth and Stephanie. They got married and decided to take “Just Married” photos during their Smoky Mountain honeymoon. Let this be your cue to schedule your Just Married photos this fall when you visit the Smoky Mountains. As a Gatlinburg area photographer, I love when the mountains live up to their name! Stephanie and…
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A Spring Foothills Parkway Engagement
Sylas met Shelby 10 years ago at her high school track meet. He said he knew she was the one because she is everything a guy could ask for – beautiful, hard working and very caring about others. I couldn’t agree more! Sylas chose to propose on Foothills Parkway for it’s stunning mountain views, which…
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A Smoky Mountain Vacation Highlight
Meet the Erikson family. They were visiting the Smoky Mountains from Chicago and decided to not just make memories but also preserve memories with a family photoshoot on Foothills Parkway. As I was about to give them my “posing 101” tutorial that I begin each session with, they let me know that despite being married…
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Tips for Smoky Mountain Photoshoots in Summer
If you’re visiting Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge, or Townsend for a Smoky Mountain vacation or wedding, a family photoshoot or couples session is one of the best ways to remember your trip. Seeing the portfolio and highlight photos photographers share definitely makes it all look glamorous — flowing dresses in mountain fields, couples laughing by the…
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Diverse Photography Services
Some stories begin on a mountaintop at sunrise.Some unfold on a football field in orange and white.Some are quiet and sacred, hands resting on a growing belly.Some are bold, professional, and ready for the next chapter of business. I photograph them all. Smoky Mountain Weddings & Proposals The Great Smoky Mountains have a way of…
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Styling Your Look
Style Your Look to Look Your Best and Feel Your Best When people ask me what to wear, they’re usually hoping for a magic formula. There isn’t one. But there are a few simple guidelines that make a big difference in how your photos feel and how beautifully they translate on camera. 1. Stay in…
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Stunning Locations in the Smokies
The Great Smoky Mountains Offers Stunning Unique Locations You’ve booked the trip. Let’s make a plan to capture unforgettable moments. The Smokies are not just mountains. They are mood. They are mist performing slow ballet at sunrise. They are golden hour pouring honey over ridgelines. If you are dreaming of elopement photos, engagement portraits, a…