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Choosing a date sounds simple at first… and then it really isn’t. Somewhere between venue tours and Pinterest boards, it turns into this quiet back-and-forth,  spring or fall, warm or cool, what if it rains, what if it’s too hot, what if you choose wrong? And when you’re feeling that, you’re not overthinking it. You’re […]

Step-by-Step Guide: How to Choose Your Perfect Tennessee Wedding Date

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Most wedding venues are chosen for how they look first. The architecture. The light. The way the space photographs. But as a wedding photographer in Knoxville, I’ve seen how, at some point in the planning process, something else starts to matter more, how the day will actually feel. Not the details themselves, you might already […]

Why Choosing the Right Wedding Venue Changes How Your Day Actually Feels (From a Wedding Photographer in Knoxville)

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Stepping into the luminous world of the Nichols Heir Glass House is like walking into a dream. The modern lines, sweeping glass walls, and sweeping mountain views all come together to create an unforgettable setting for your wedding day. Whether you’re imagining refined elegance or warm luxury, this treasured East Tennessee venue delivers. As a Knoxville wedding […]

Nichols Heir Glass House Wedding

The bride and groom gaze at each other lovingly while standing on a stone terrace, surrounded by natural mountain scenery at Nichols Heir Glass House, captured by a Knoxville wedding photographer

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Your engagement is a magical time filled with love, excitement, and, of course, amazing photo opportunities! An engagement session is your chance to capture this special chapter in a fun and memorable way. Want to make sure your session is picture-perfect? Follow these fun and easy tips: Find Your Dream Photographer Choosing the right photographer […]

How to Plan the Perfect Engagement Session

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5 ways to elevate your wedding client experience Knoxville, TN & Tampa, FL There are so many amazingly talented wedding photographers out there today! How do you set yourself a part from the rest and find couples meant for you? Here are few tips and tricks to elevate your wedding client experience. Communication I have […]

Elevating the Wedding Client Experience: Tips and Tricks

Elevate Client Experience tips and tricks

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Maddy & Jared’s vision involved a romantic session at Max Patch, bringing to life some of their favorite interests and hints at their future wedding theme. I adored the simplicity of neutral colors in late Spring. We played with light during their engagement photography session using the harsh light to our advantage and creating soft […]

Romantic Adventure Engagement Photography | Rachel Ily Photo

Couple posing during golden hour

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Recently engaged!? Congratulations! Deciding on a location for your engagement photos can feel overwhelming! Should you choose the place you met? The proposal location? Your home? The options are endless but the great news is that the choice is completely yours! Here are the top 5 engagement locations in Knoxville, TN that will help you […]

Top 5 Engagement Locations in Knoxville, TN

top 5 engagement locations in Knoxville TN

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As a wedding photographer I am so honored to be a part of my couple’s most important day! I recently got to be a part of this Evermore inspired wedding at the Historic White Star Station in Maryville, TN! Although many weddings are similar each one has their own unique way of showcasing their love. […]

Evermore by Taylor Swift Inspired Wedding

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Romantic Summer Engagement at Ozone Falls

Romantic Summer Engagement at Ozone Falls

Couple floating in water in a warm embrace

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Jennah & Hunter came all the way from Louisiana to celebrate their love for one another with their family and friends at The Magnolia Venue in Sevierville, TN ! We had so much fun chasing golden hour and taking these breathtaking photos over the Smokies. Their night was filled with love and laughter (and King […]

Jennah & Hunter’s Fall Wedding at The Magnolia Venue in Sevierville, Tennessee

Bride & Groom Kissing in front of the sunset