In November 2016, the Smoky Mountains suffered a serious blow. A raging wildfire consumed much of the land south of Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Luckily, the firefighters and Smokies personnel saved a prominent location within its borders. The Noah Bud Ogle Cabin survived the blaze, and that is how I get to write about this charming Smokies elopement.
I guess you could say that elopements run in the family for Candace. Candace’s parents eloped! Nearly 27 years ago, Candace’s mother wore a blue dress. Upon hearing the story of her parent’s elopement, Candace never pictured her wedding any other way. Her handmade, blue skirt contrasted perfectly with the new spring foliage the Smokies provided. It complemented well with Nathan’s crisp blue suit and the bouquet from Melissa Timm Designs. Also, doesn’t Candace look radiant? She chose the amazing pros at Southern Belle Beauty to make her look her best!
The blue dress was a trademark of the day’s events. However, the stunning scenery of the Smokies was the cherry on top. In her childhood, Candace visited many of the National Parks, and the Smokies was always at the top of her list. She was enchanted by its waterways and forests and she knew it would be the perfect place to start her marriage. This would also be Nathan’s first trip to a National Park; a start to a new tradition together!
A memorable elopement at the foothills of the Smokies! And guess what? It didn’t actually occur IN the NPS. Shocked! 🤣
Remember, there are so many amazing locations in Pigeon Forge, Gatlinburg, Townsend, Sevierville, and Wears Valley that are perfect for a “smoky mountain elopement.” Find the place that speaks to you! This mid-century mod location was perfect for Alaina and Travis.
Let me be clear. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I absolutely love the look of winter photos. Everything feels so crisp and clean! ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ BUT, my butt will be in the hottest shower the minute I get back into my house 🥶 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I cannot be the only person that wants to look like red lobster when they get out of the shower. Right? RIGHT?! 😅 . . . . #knoxvilleweddingphotographer #smokymountainweddingphotographer #easttennesseeweddingphotographer #knoxvillebrides #smokymountainbrides #tennesseeweddings #knoxvillephotography #smokymountains #knoxvilleweddings #knoxvillephotographer #knoxvillewedding #knoxvilleengagement #knoxvillebride #knoxvilleweddingvenue #knoxvilleweddingphotography #easttnphotographer #ashevilleweddingphotographer #virginiaweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingstyle #knoxrocks #smokymountainweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingideas #chattanoogaweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingfun #nashvilleweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingmoments #georgiaweddingphotographer #easttnphotographer #knoxvilleweddingdreams #johnsoncityweddingphotographer
I sent over 47,000 images to clients in 2024. When I tell you that indecision fatigue is a real thing when posting to social media, I mean it. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ So, here is a single photo to post. I love it. It’s a favorite. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ The story? ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Pretty simple. The best man dropped the rings and we all about lost our minds 🤣 . . . . ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Venue: @rtlodge | HMUA: @bangsandblush_ | Floral: Wade Floral Co | Dress: @whitelaceandpromises | Suit: @indochino | Videographer: @bighillproductions | DJ: Sword Sounds⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #knoxvillewedding #knoxvilleweddingphotography #knoxvilleweddingphotographer #erinmorrisonphotography #rtlodge #knoxvilleweddingvenue #thehappynow #forestwedding #chattanoogawedding #chattanoogaweddingphotographer #nashvillewedding #nashvilleweddingphotographer #ashevillewedding #ashevilleweddingphotographer #tennesseewedding #tennesseeweddingphotographer #gatlinburgwedding #gatlinburgweddingphotographer #smokymountainweddingphotographer #thevenuereport #fallwedding #winterwedding #shesaidyes #makemoments #makememories #knoxvilleweddingvenue #rtlodge #erinmorrisonphotography #thevenuerreport #luxurywedding
I will never not be blogging. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I’ve always been a big blogger. It’s a way for me to show my work and talk to people directly without actually having to show my face 💀 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ And there are SO many pretty weddings I’ve had the pleasure to photograph. This burnt orange and emerald green wedding at peak Fall color at The Trillium was a delight - from the people to the decor to the whole vibe. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ I hope you will pop over to my blog to see it all in its glory. What a delightful day and I’m so honored to have been a part of it. . . . .
Brides & Grooms, take note! The biggest timeline delay I saw in 2024 across multiple weddings at multiple venues?
Getting-ready logistics!
If you want your VIP (Mom, sibling, bestie) to help you into your outfit, they need to be ready before your photographer arrives.
This isn’t a requirement, but if you’re envisioning those special, candid moments—make sure their hair, makeup, and outfits are done so they can focus on YOU.
This also goes for those moments where people need to tie a tie, or fold a pocket square! Make sure to try those items on before the wedding day 😉
💡 Pro tip: Your HMUAs are amazing! Work with your hair and makeup team to create a schedule that ensures anyone helping you get dressed is ready before your photographer arrives. This keeps everything running smoothly and stress-free! . . . . #knoxvilleweddingphotographer #smokymountainweddingphotographer #easttennesseeweddingphotographer #knoxvillebrides #smokymountainbrides #tennesseeweddings #knoxvillephotography #smokymountains #knoxvilleweddings #knoxvillephotographer #knoxvillewedding #knoxvilleengagement #knoxvillebride #knoxvilleweddingvenue #knoxvilleweddingphotography #easttnphotographer #ashevilleweddingphotographer #virginiaweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingstyle #knoxrocks #smokymountainweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingideas #chattanoogaweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingfun #nashvilleweddingphotographer #knoxvilleweddingmoments #georgiaweddingphotographer #easttnphotographer #knoxvilleweddingdreams #johnsoncityweddingphotographer