There aren’t better people in the world than Liz and Cliff. I remember my phone call with Liz as we planned her engagement session, and I immediately fell in love with her. I could hear the northern accent through the phone, and her laid-back attitude. Yeah, their rock and roll wedding was going to be an absolute treat to photograph!
Tennessee Destination Wedding
Liz + Cliff wanted to have a rustic, rock and roll wedding. Liz dreamed of a fall wedding, but since Cliff is a farmer, it was not possible. So, they did the next best thing! They traveled down to Tennessee for a destination wedding. The Barn at Chestnut Springs provided all that they needed. This destination wedding venue had an intimate setting with some “kick-ass scenery!” They absolutely got it at The Barn at Chestnut Springs!
Classic Rock Music
They wanted tons of fun, food, and live music! Liz and Cliff hired a live classic rock band for the occasion. The Dead Ringers, which is a Led Zeppelin cover band, provided the music for their ceremony and cocktail hour. “Going to California” played for the bridal party during the processional. The bride walked out to “Over the Hills and Far Away.” Ogle Entertainment made sure to play everything the guests wanted to hear. They rocked out all night!
Doing It Their Way
When planning the wedding they wanted it to represent them as a couple. Aside from their love of rock and roll, they love sweets! A dessert table with all their favorites awaited guests at the reception. Donuts, mini pies, and popcorn for all. Cliff is also a big fan of honey. Mini jars of wildflower honey with personalized labels and wrapped in lace could be found at the front door. A perfect giveaway treat for all the guests.
Megan Connors Floral Styling
Oh, man! Did you see Liz’s wedding bouquet and the arbor? The flowers were insane! Liz provided the inspiration and colors to Megan Connors, and she did the rest! Her company creates such fresh-from-the-garden arrangements and uses local materials seasonal to Tennessee. Her designs for Liz and Cliff have us still talking about this rock and roll wedding!
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