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Two children hug in the sunshine by the Tennessee River.

Here are my tips for preparing for your session so you can actually enjoy the time with your family.

How to Take the Stress Out of Family Photo Sessions

A young man sits in a dark breezeway for his high school senior portraits.

I always love the challenge of the teen who’s not really into photos. It probably won’t surprise you that this senior guy was really only here at his mom’s request.  Drew was a great sport, but he wasn’t very excited to have his senior portraits taken. He also didn’t love being at his high school […]

Drew’s High School Senior Portraits

Parents and two young children sit on a stone wall in the forest.

It’s always a special honor to see a family for another photo session. (There’s no greater gift to a photographer than having repeat clients!) It’s even better to witness the growth of the family. I was fortunate to work with the Gills a few years back when their oldest, Caroline, was just one year old. […]

The Gill Family at Ijams Nature Center

A woman is dressed in pink for her baby shower in Knoxville.

When I walked into the party room at the Transformation Church, I could tell this baby shower was for a couple who is very, very loved. Rekisha and James’s friends went all out for this shower and created a beautiful space to celebrate the new baby girl who will arrive soon. The room was full […]

Rhyan Baby Shower at Transformation Church

A mother and father hold their baby boy by a lake.

I photographed Verity and Hans’s wedding about five years ago. Now, they have a baby boy and wanted family photos to commemorate this new chapter in their lives.

Salmon-Goertz Family at Meads Quarry

A brother, sister, and their families stand together in the lush, green back yard.

Imagine having your family fly in from across the world. You don’t get to see each other often, the kids are growing like weeds, and you don’t know the next time you’ll have this opportunity. It’s no wonder Cathy wanted family photos to commemorate this reunion!

Olsen Families Reunited

A mother, father, and toddler stand in front of the Tennessee River.

I was delighted to capture annual family holiday photos for the Kolsear’s at their home. This time, it was multi-generational!

Kolesar Family Holiday Photos

A high school student stands under a tree for her senior portraits at Sequoyah Park.

Lena was an absolute champ during this session and a natural in front of the camera. I really loved hearing about her interests, hobbies, and aspirations as she wraps up her high school career.

Lena’s Senior Portraits at Sequoyah Park

Portrait of the bride and groom looking at each other at the altar.

Kerrie and Brad’s families surrounded them as they each got ready to walk down the aisle.

Faerber-Brown Wedding at the Foundry at the Fair Site

A young family stands in a sunflower field in the early morning..

This was such a lovely photo session in the TWRA sunflower fields! Ruby’s parents both got to show her lots of love, and we captured some really special moments.

Kelbly-Deutsch Family in the TWRA Sunflowers