...you need to hire a professional photographer. Your special day and capturing the memories are just too important.

If you are considering an elopement, make sure to hire a photographer who is familiar with The Great Smoky Mountains National Park. While based in Knoxville, I love to shoot at many popular locations inside the boundaries of this beautiful National Park, such as Cades Cove, Elkmont, and the Foothills Parkway. Please contact me at any time and let's plan your next big adventure!
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Whether you keep it a secret or tell only a close few, eloping narrows the focus of the day to the bride and groom. While this is certainly the goal of any wedding, sometimes the details takeover, and the stress increases. The end result? The true meaning of the day gets buried under both. Eloping brings peace and calmness to the ceremony. Nowhere is there a more peaceful place to elope than the Great Smoky Mountains. Or, choose another East Tennessee location such as Whitestone Inn, Sampson's Hollow, or Gallaher Bend.
There are many reasons for choosing elopement. Here are just a few:
Some people may choose that route, while others opt for a romantic elopement in the mountains of East Tennessee or other National Park. Elopement is a personal choice for the bride and groom, and if anyone is interested in eloping they should check out these best places to elope.
Knoxville is a popular area for weddings. Not only is the area amazing, but the Smokies are beckoning you to celebrate nature's beauty. What makes me unique among area photographers? Awesome question! I focus on you and the vibe of the day. I like to have fun and capture the raw beauty that is your wedding day celebration. My goal at the end of the night is to make sure you are happy. We enjoy each other's company while I work to capture your day, your way.
When we were looking for a photographer for our wedding, we wanted someone who we could connect and be ourselves with. Erin blew us away! She was personable and flexible and that is all we could ask for in the midst of the craziness going on in the world. She is amazing at what she does and ensures to capture the authenticity of your relationship. We love our engagement and wedding pictures, memories we cannot forget. We will continue to use Erin for years to come. Highly recommend!”
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Here you'll find most of our commonly asked questions. If you still have a query, just send me a quick message and I'll be sure to get back to you.

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And it is a beautiful place for either a wedding or an elopement. I mean, there's a reason the Smokies is the most visited park in the National Park system. The beauty of the mountains, the lush plant life of the forest, and the wildlife that call the park home make this a great spot to say "I do!" As a photographer, capturing your forever day ceremony with the mountains as your backdrop is a joy for me. It allows me to share in your private celebration of love and to do what I love.
Roses are red,
Vows were said,
And I was the one
Hiding behind the lens instead.
I watched your hands shake,
Your families tear up,
Your friends cheer too loud
With champagne in their cups.
I’ve stood in the aisles,
Tucked quietly away,
While you promised forever
On your wedding day.
I’ve seen nervous glances,
And deep, steady breaths,
That one final moment
Right before the “yes.”
Then the kiss finally came,
The cheers filled the air,
And just for a second,
Nothing else mattered there.
So here’s to the couples
Who trusted me near,
To witness your love
On the best day of the year.
Your first kiss as partners,
Your first step as two—
Thank you for letting
Me be there with you 🫶🏻
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Gonna be everywhere starting in March! If you were part of my mailing list, you already got first dibs. View the link in profile to snag your spring photo date ❤️
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Pretty things in pretty places 🧡 Some of these are new and some of these have lived on my phone for years ✨
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Not a bad way to have started off 2026.
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A wedding day as beautiful as the souls of the people who were in it. Congratulations to Lindsey and Isaac ❤️ Oh, and to the best boy of them all, Cooper 🐶
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Photographer: @erinm_photography | Second Photographer: @matthewandbrittanyphoto | Venue: @nicholsheir | Planner: @m.raeevents | Florals: @lbfloral | HMUA: @chopchop.beautyclub | Dress: @dimitradesigns | Catering: @familymealknoxchef | Cake: @allmixedupcakes | Officiant: @chuck.oconnor | DJ: @stephengoffentertainment | Videographer: @itsjustqvideo | Live painting: @peytons.paintings | Glassware: @livandwoodco | Bartending: @the.whiskeywench
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Started off 2026 weddings with a good one @thepressroom_knoxville with Caroline and Mathew. Always love ending the night with fries, a shake, and a heck of a party 🎉
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Photographer: @erinm_photography | Second Photographer: @danielleevansphoto | Venue and Planning: @thepressroom_knoxville | Florals: @lisafosterfloraldesign | Catering: @spacesinthecity | Cake: @allmixedupcakes | Makeup: @mountainlaurelbeauty |
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Knoxville, Tennessee
865.214.7826
erinmorrisonphotography@gmail.com
Office Hours: M-F 8am-5pm | S-S 12pm-5pm
