I think a trend we are seeing is smaller, more intimate weddings. I applaud that - I enjoy photographing a big wedding but at the same time, I also enjoy being able to focus - no pun intended - on what is important to a couple.

In Christina and Cody’s case, they planned to marry in one of the many chapels around the Smokies but wanted pictures of themselves, along with their wedding party and their children, in a typically gorgeous Smokies setting. One of my favorites is the Greenbrier area along the Little Pigeon River - and given that a term of endearment such as “my little pigeon” is romantic, a perfect spot! So after the vows were exchanged, we met up and had some fun for a couple of hours.

Keeping it simple does not mean you have to compromise on quality!