I love a Tennessee River Place Wedding! This venue is so different from any other place in town. The views of the river and the gorge are amazing and the Spanish style house gives me all the european vibes I've been dreaming about! The patio has, hands down, the best lighting in all of Chattanooga. … Continue reading Tennessee River Place Wedding & Styled Shoot with Real Couples
Im so happy you are planning a wedding in Chattanooga! I was born and raised in the Chattanooga area and I love my city. I lived in Atlanta for 3 years, traveled around the world and I can honestly say I love living, loving, and working here. 90% of the weddings I have shot have… Continue reading Five Tips for Planning a Wedding in Chattanooga
I love it when brides pull in gems from their families past into their wedding. The idea of honoring who came before them on a day they honor their own love is so romantic. Laura wore her grandmother's necklace and rings during her ceremony. She also tied her dear grandfather's ring around her bouquet. I… Continue reading Bluff View Art District Wedding: Brian + Laura
Missy was nervous as she came up the stairs and saw the love of her life with his back turned. She started to cry as she approached him and paused. I encouraged her to go forward but reassured her to call his name whenever she was ready. As she moved forward Jim heard the crumpling… Continue reading Wedding at The Turnbull: Missy + Jim
Every contract I sign has a guarantee. I promise my clients they will see all their photos within 30 days AND have the ability to download them. You might have noticed the average turnaround time for wedding photographers is 4- 8 weeks, sometimes longer. How do I do this so quickly? Am I a wizard?… Continue reading How to Edit Quickly and Deliver Wedding Galleries in 30 days
Riley looked at Allie with intensity and tenderness. They were on the dance floor and as I followed them through my viewfinder I got chill bumps. There is no question he is the love of her life and she is the woman of his dreams. To watch them dance was fascinating and fun. Rarely do… Continue reading The Gray Dove: Riley + Allie
Kelsey took a deep breath. She looked out and saw her Dad, her hero, facing away from her and waiting to see her. This is her wedding day and she was simply glowing. Her Dad turned around and instantly tears welled up in his eyes. Kelsey looked into those tear filled eyes and through her… Continue reading Howe Farms Apple Barn: Cody + Kelsey
Through the crowd of wedding guests on the dance floor I caught a glimpse of Chase's face as he was dancing with his new bride. Kelsey was laughing with her sister as she danced with her new husband, but Chase was staring at her. Chase is a introverted guy and sometimes it is difficult to tell… Continue reading Walnut Hill Farms: Chase + Kelsey
It was hot. Matt was in a suit. I know he was sweating, but I also know he knew it was going to be worth it. He was about to lay on eyes on his bride. Finally, after what felt like an eternity, we heard "Matt, turn around". When he turned around he could clearly… Continue reading The Views at Sunset Ridge: Matt + Rachel
The officiant was speaking about love and unity as they were surrounded by all the people they love. A tear slowly ran down her cheek, then another, then another. Danny, who was smiling, suddenly realized there were tears rolling down her face. He then abruptly and gently reached across the unity table to grab her… Continue reading Tennessee River Place: Danny + Mandy
The crowd was silent. All the guests had rushed out of the rain and into the reception hall for the ceremony. The mood was reverent as everyone waited for the pastor to start speaking. The pastor looked up from his notes, gave a nod to the couple, looked out into the crowd and said "MAWAGE,… Continue reading Wedding @ The Venue: Charlie + Daryl
Tears of happiness mixed with tears of longing for missing loved ones were whirled together with lots of laughter and Tennessee pride at this amazingly beautiful wedding. I didn't have alot of time to get to know Stephanie and Chris but I can tell these two are a matched made in big orange heaven. These… Continue reading Rocky Top Wedding: Chris + Stephanie
Laughter. Giggles. Kisses. Crazy Faces. Those are all of the things that fill the lives of Chad and Haylei. When I met Haylei we had an instant connection. I don't know if it was the love of make-up or just the love of laughter and being silly, but we are sisters from other misters. I… Continue reading Chattanooga Engagement: Chad + Haylei
He was nervous. He was excited. He couldn’t wait to see her. She came through door, looking absolutely stunning with the biggest smile he had ever seen. He lost it. She made her way to her groom, escorted by her cheerful brother Will. Will was beaming almost as brightly as his sister. When they… Continue reading North Chattanooga Wedding: Lydia + Christian
The sun was peaking over the water in the early morning. The birds were beginning to chirp. He was waiting patiently and expectantly and she was beaming with excitement. In moments they would officially be husband and wife and neither of them could hardly wait. What a wonderful wedding day! Angela and Reed had a… Continue reading Chattanooga Sunrise: Angela + Reed
Lauren and Matt are one of my favorite couples ever! They both have a dry sense of humor that keeps laughing and I'm blessed to call them family! This wedding was full of beautiful and adorable details! I especially loved the use of pink roses and beautiful floral designs along with splashes of sparkle. It was… Continue reading The Barn at BeechTree Farm: Lauren & Matt
I had the incredible honor of being a part of the union of Mike and Maria. This couple is nothing short of extraordinary. Maria is one of the most genuine people I've ever met. Her sweet nature is only matched by her husband, Mike. Maria and Mike share a love that is full of life… Continue reading Island Cove Marina: Mike + Maria
I had the wonderful opportunity to photograph this lovely couple and fur-family in the great state of Alabama! Birmingham, AL is a beautiful city with a rich history and unique architecture. Allie & Riley have a ton of style and a mutual love of the most amazing pastry that the Good Lord graced the planet… Continue reading Birmingham Engagement: Allie + Riley
Right away I could tell Mandy and Danny were a fun couple who knew how to make each other laugh. This engagement session was full of laughter and shenanigans. We started on top of scenic lookout mountain for some sweeping views and a picnic. Later we headed down the mountain for a romantic canoe ride… Continue reading Mountain River Engagement: Mandy + Danny
This is engagement session was all romance and style. The chemistry between Reed and Angela is nearly startling and the honoring of photographing this season of their life was a true honor. I had to stop in the middle of the session and really appreciate my job. I simply love seeing two people who are… Continue reading Chattanooga Choo Choo Engagement
It is a rare and beautiful thing to truly feel and see the love between two other people. As a wedding photographer I’m lucky, I see it more often than most. However I have rarely seen it at the intensity I saw it this past weekend. The amount love that comes pouring out of the… Continue reading Abby + Joey
I met Seth & Anna Grace at my day job, a local hospital. They started out as friends, but soon everyone could see an undeniable spark between them. The are both amazing people and some of the best nurses I have had the pleasure of working with. They are sharp, kind, compassionate, and a really… Continue reading The Church on Main: Seth + Anna Grace
I have had the pleasure of getting to know Ashley and Jacob over the last several months and they have become so special to me. It was such a joy to see them finally get married! The ceremony was beautiful and all the details came together perfectly. Some of my favorite parts of the day… Continue reading Tennessee Church Wedding: Ashley + Jacob
You can tell a lot about a couple based on their bridal party. Some parties are frankly, a big party. Other bridal parties are there, but not super in tune with the gravity of the day. Justin & Julianne's friends and family were some of the kindest, warmest, and friendliest I've had the pleasure of… Continue reading The Views at Sunset Ridge: Justin + Julianne
For 12 years, every single decision I made I considered how it effected my baby Max. Everything from "Should I date this man?"(my now husband) to "Ill get a 4 count chicken strip so Max can have one". Yes, I am that level of crazy. Max was high maintenance, expressive, bossy and sweet. You could… Continue reading Max’s Last Day
Joey & Rebecca’s wedding at Kensington Cove in Chickamauga was elegant, sweet, spiritual, and beautiful. I could tell Joey was so excited to see his bride as she pulled up in an awesome vintage Mercedes. When she stepped out of the car and moved toward him you could see the emotion of the moment on… Continue reading Wedding at Kensington Cove: Joey + Rebecca
Aaron called me weeks before the big day, excited and nervous. He was making big plans for his girlfriend Kaitlin. He wanted to pop the question on their trip to Chattanooga and was thinking about Rock City. I walked him through all the possible spots and we had a great plan. I was receiving texts… Continue reading Chattanooga Proposal at Rock City
If you are a bride looking for a unique take on the Boho trend you have come to the right place. I was so honored to have been asked to be the photographer of this amazing event. All of the designers and vendors involved truly created a live work of art. This shoot was an… Continue reading The Vineyard at Howe Farms: Boho Wedding Inspiration
Max Patch Engagement Photos might be my favorite thing in the world. Max Patch is a mountain bald, seemingly in the middle of nowhere, on the North Carolina - Tennessee state line. You have to travel 30 min down a gravel road, believe you are lost, and then you will arrive at the parking lot. … Continue reading Max Patch Engagement Photos: Adam + Frances
Chattanooga is called the scenic city for a reason. We have tons of great locations in Chattanooga to take photos. We have rivers, mountains, open fields, cool urban settings, and pretty much everything in between. My favorite sessions are engagements so I have scouted the best places in town for engagement photos. I have listed… Continue reading Best Places for Engagement Photos in Chattanooga
The way Aaron looks at Lauren is infectious. Every time she moves he moves with her as a support and comfort. We had a great time walking around, laughing, and dancing during their engagement session in downtown Chattanooga. In fact, one of my favorite moments was when Aaron and Lauren were walking together and a… Continue reading Chattanooga Engagement: Aaron + Lauren
