Inspired Photography

Ryan & Katie 6.25.11

2011-07-20T02:50:00.003-04:00

Such a charming and beautifully styled wedding...I can't do it justice without including a taste of the many lovely details:)

Jason & Emily Jun 18, 2011

2011-07-14T03:13:00.005-04:00

Katy & Langdon June 4, 2011

2011-07-10T02:16:00.003-04:00

Joanna & Rhett Married! May 14 2011

2011-06-13T01:31:00.004-04:00

2011-06-09T15:17:00.004-04:00

I love this image because it has a lot to say. It has three different stories going on.

It is a real moment frozen in time.

I've found that as I've grown and matured in photography, I value real moments and images that testify to relationships and personalities more than any other.

I realize that every bride wants beautiful images from her wedding day that are planned and perfected. And most people appreciate shots that are set up so that they are looking in to the camera and looking their best. And so I aim to shoot all of these things.

But since today is my 10 year wedding anniversary, I'd like to share a thought, that is really just my opinion, but I'd venture to guess that others might feel this way too as time goes on. When I look back at pictures from my wedding day, those that are posed do not speak to my heart. They don't awaken the feeling or the memories of that day...not at all. It is the real moments (that in my case were caught on film by accident) that take me back in time and bring back how I was feeling on that day. That is the potential power that a good image can have for you years down the road.

Right now, you may idealize an image that makes you or your kids look their absolute best. But when 10, 20, 50 or 100 years have passed, you and your children or great-grandchildren may not connect with the images that find people posed like fashion models or forcing one more smile at the camera after an hour of shooting. But rather those that tell the real story...even after you are not here to tell it.

2011-06-03T22:33:00.008-04:00

I just got the great news from Ghana today that our adoption case will go before a judge very soon...on June 15th! We are so excited!

2011-05-30T19:11:00.004-04:00

Little Bit of Drama

2011-05-29T22:50:00.002-04:00

I love simple yet dramatic bridal portraits. As I edit my way through the 1400 images from Brittany & Josh's day, I may post a few more here as they jump out at me.

Josh & Brittany Married 4.30.11

2011-05-29T13:22:00.008-04:00

Josh and Brittany had a beautiful wedding celebration at St. John's Cathedral followed by a joyful reception at Cherokee Country Club. It was a fabulous day from beginning to end and we were honored to get to capture these memories for them!

Brittany & Josh Rehearsal

2011-05-28T20:48:00.005-04:00

Brittany and Josh had a beautiful rehearsal dinner out at Two Rivers Pavilion with family and close friends. It was a lovely Tennessee evening on the waterfront (makes me miss Tennessee so much!), and all the joy and excitement their guests shared with them was contagious!

Coming Soon: Josh & Brittany's wedding at the beautiful St. John's Cathedral.

Back to Blogging!

2011-05-28T19:29:00.005-04:00

Yes, I have been absent a while here! Trying to devote my time to working on wedding books and coffee table books and editing the two weddings I've shot in the past month. But it's time to start posting a little bit of this recent work, so several big wedding posts coming up soon...

Here's a few from an engagement shoot in Chattanooga on April 28th. This beautiful couple was just married on May 14 at Hunter Valley Farms and it was a gorgeous wedding celebration!

We met up at the Bluff View Art District, which was a fun and interesting place...I got there a little early and shot around for fun.

COMING SOON: Rhett & Joanna's Wedding!

Family

2011-04-18T14:53:00.003-04:00

Though I'm done shooting professionally (except to fulfill my wedding contracts for this year), I get the privilege of taking pictures just for fun! And this is some of my sweet family. I have two little nephews that just turned one, and we did some pictures this weekend...

Caleb and his family.

And Zephyr.

Thank You from Ghana

2011-04-02T11:27:00.005-04:00

We are back from Ghana and want to thank all of you from the bottom of our hearts for your prayers and support for this trip! On our last day, the director of the orphanage told us, "You have made a difference in our lives. You have made it better for these kids here." And so I want to pass on this report to all of you, and say that truly, you have made a difference in the lives of the children we were able to reach by your generous donations and your prayers! We were able to bring over eight suitcases full of supplies for two orphanages. We filled the water tank at Rebecca and Jeremiah's orphanage. We purchased food, a refrigerator, some matresses and medicine for the 48 kids living in one single family dwelling in Teshie, Ghana. We used what God provided through all of you to bless these people in the name of Jesus! Thank you so much for playing a part.

I put together a little video of the highlights of our trip. I hope you enjoy the beautiful faces of these precious orphans as much as we did. They are all so special and wonderful, and deserving of a loving family to call their own. We now wait (and our hearts are aching!) for the call to go back for our Rebecca and Jeremiah.

Devon & Will ~ 12.18.2010

2011-02-04T03:01:00.002-05:00

D & W Engagement

2010-11-20T22:07:00.003-05:00

K & L Engagement

2010-11-20T19:25:00.005-05:00

The P Family

2010-11-16T22:53:00.003-05:00

The "P" Family

2010-11-08T08:56:00.003-05:00

Here are a few of my favorite fun and casual shots from this family's fall session.

The "R" Family

2010-11-08T08:50:00.004-05:00

A beautiful family on a beautiful fall morning in the mountains!

This lovely spot is where R & T were married several years ago:)

Katie & Ryan

2010-10-31T15:09:00.009-04:00

I so enjoyed myself with this sweet and laid back couple. We started our shoot in downtown Maryville, and finished up at their beautiful family farm. I couldn't of asked for a more perfect fall evening. This weather we've been having is just fabulous!

Fall Fun!

2010-10-29T00:06:00.002-04:00

Sweet Family

2010-10-26T19:44:00.002-04:00

Zack & Christal Married! 10.10.10

2010-10-26T01:47:00.003-04:00

This sweet couple had a beautiful wedding in Pigeon Forge on 10.10.10 at 10:10am! What fun! It was a gorgeous day through and through.

Amy & Brian are Married! 9.25.10

2010-10-23T16:47:00.004-04:00

This was such a beautiful wedding. Sigh. Beautiful people...beautiful Bleak House...all the details came together perfectly. But what I remember most from their day was that Brian and Amy were so delighted to be getting married above anything else. I remember Amy saying, "I don't care, I just can't wait to be married to Brian!" And immediately following the ceremony I remember Brian saying, "I can't believe it! This is Mrs. White!"

It was such an honor to be involved in this sweet, sweet wedding day!

A Couple Faves

2010-10-17T21:40:00.001-04:00

Here's a few black and white favorites from this weekend's shoots...

K has a new baby sister!

2010-10-17T12:14:00.003-04:00

I'm privileged to meet up with this sweet family each fall for portraits. This year they have a new little addition! Miss "M" is just precious!

And her handsome big brother...

G & J

2010-10-16T01:05:00.002-04:00

Really enjoyed my shoot tonight with this beautiful family! Enjoy your sneak peek!

I love this moment...

Coffe Table Book- Engagements

2010-10-11T22:47:00.007-04:00

This post is for all my couples having their engagement sessions this fall. These are product snapshots of the Coffee Table Book that comes with your engagement session. I've had requests to see a full book design, and this may help you decide what images to pick for your book.

This is Zack & Christal's engagement book (who just tied the knot on Sunday, 10.10.10 - congrats!!)

And here's a couple of Brian & Amy's...

For everyone else, sorry for such a long post!

The "B" Family

2010-10-10T22:32:00.004-04:00

The "M" Family

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The "S" Family

2010-10-05T00:33:00.003-04:00

Faces

2010-10-02T22:11:00.003-04:00

I get to marvel at a lot of wonderful faces this time of year...God is so creative! Each one of these beautiful kids displays the artistry of an amazing Creator.

Wedding Teaser

2010-09-29T11:56:00.003-04:00

From this weekend at the beautiful Bleak House. Coming Soon!

All Boys!

2010-09-20T16:58:00.003-04:00

I enjoyed my shoot with this beautiful family and their three blue-eyed boys!

The "A" Girls

2010-09-14T02:08:00.006-04:00

This was a fun little shoot with a familiar family. There's never a dull moment with big "S":) I love the personality! While little "S" was extremely laid back the whole time. Such BEAUTIFUL sisters!

The walk says it all...so much personality...I love it!

I love her little profile:)

And this was our attempt at a shot together... Ha!

Jenny & Ryand August 28, 2010

2010-09-11T00:36:00.003-04:00

Jenny and Ryand had a beautiful garden wedding and reception at the charming Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum. Enjoy your sneak peek!

Jenny was, of course, GORGEOUS!

Tidbits

2010-09-10T10:31:00.006-04:00

I can't seem to find time to keep my blog current lately! So here's just a few from sessions I've been working on, weddings I've been finishing up...and weddings I'm just starting.

Oh, and I have to give a word of THANKS to several anonymous good samaritans at this wedding who got out of their seats and held umbrellas over me so that I could continue to capture this beautiful and unique ceremony in the pouring rain without ruining my gear! I was so appreciative when I felt an umbrella appear over my shoulder the first time, that I never even had the chance to flinch from the rain or even look away from the viewfinder. Plenty of people sat dressed up in the rain without umbrellas...no one saw it coming...yet SEVERAL people sacrificed by getting soaked to keep my gear dry and allow me to continue taking pictures. Thank you! And I was able to capture this terrific series of shots as Mary Lou and Chase recessed because Joe Pinkerton jumped out of his seat to help as I struggled with my umbrella, two cameras and moving to compose the shots. Thanks Joe!

Amy & Brian Engagement

2010-08-30T01:26:00.003-04:00

For Amy & Brian's engagement session, we started off at the park where they got engaged, and finished up where they both attended college together, Maryville College. Such a sweet couple! I really enjoyed my time with you tonight!

A Quickie

2010-08-25T21:32:00.000-04:00

Miss "O" at 6 Months

2010-08-25T21:07:00.004-04:00

What a doll!

Hannah

2010-08-03T00:42:00.004-04:00

Well, Hannah went back to school last week kicking off her senior year. And I finally finished editing her senior portraits, so I thought I'd share a few more here. I am so blessed to have this girl in my life! And so are all of you who get to have your faces so beautifully lit up in your pictures thanks to her:) Thanks sweet Hannah!

see more and more.

Lani & Ian July 10,2010

2010-08-01T06:58:00.006-04:00

Lani & Ian had a perfect day. Joined by their sweet families and so many friends from out of town- it was a huge celebration! Thank you for letting me play a part!

Ceremony: Immaculate Conception Catholic Church

Reception: The Foundry

Cake: Rosa's Bakery

Videography: Midnight Magic Studios

DJ: Music in Motion

Mary Lou & Chase July 9, 2010

2010-07-29T01:27:00.003-04:00

This was such an amazing day. Mary Lou & Chase were surrounded by so many people who just love and adore them! The smiles and the laughter were contagious. The summer rain shower during the ceremony was charming. It was truly a celebration and a time of worship, and I was honored to get to be there!

Z & C Engagement

2010-07-22T07:05:00.002-04:00

C was celebrating her 21st birthday.

Z & C Teaser

2010-07-09T00:37:00.003-04:00

I've been neglecting my blog lately because I've been so busy with weddings, and I'm dying to share a full sneak peek from this e-session! But not until after this big wedding weekend, so here's a little teaser in the meantime...