I’m excited to introduce you to Abi Cook, the founder of Cooks Bridal, an incredibly talented wedding content creator serving couples in Nashville, Charleston, and worldwide! As a wedding photographer and filmmaker specializing in candid, film‑like imagery that feels both timeless and modern, I truly believe in spotlighting vendors who bring something special to a […]

Planning a wedding in Nashville means saying yes to golden hour light over rolling hills and a city that knows how to celebrate love with soul. Whether you’re a local couple or dreaming of destination weddings in Nashville TN, Music City offers the perfect backdrop for intimate celebrations that feel uniquely yours. No cookie-cutter moments, […]

If you are planning an outdoor wedding in Music City, you definitely need to consider one of these eight beautiful outdoor wedding venues in Nashville for your day. This collection of botanical gardens, sprawling countryside, and historic estates offering stunning views and cinematic-esque backdrops will blow you away! I know that choosing the perfect outdoor […]

As a Cookeville Wedding Photographer, I have the privilege of capturing love stories in some of the most unique and meaningful places—and Olivia and Oliver’s wedding day was the perfect example. Instead of a traditional venue, they chose the backyard of Oliver’s parents’ home near downtown Cookeville, Tennessee, for a celebration that was deeply personal […]

Haley and Branden’s wedding at Saint Ives Country Club in Johns Creek, GA, was a blend of timeless style and heartfelt meaning. From a black-and-white reception with elegant bows to a scale of justice ice sculpture and espresso martinis, every detail reflected their story — captured beautifully by Sammy Mckenzie Photography […]

If you’re in the middle of planning your big day and wondering about the average wedding cost in Nashville, you’re not alone. As a Nashville wedding photographer who’s had the absolute joy of capturing over 100 weddings, I’ve seen just about every kind of wedding from stylish, intimate weddings to elegant Riverwood Mansion weddings. Whether […]

Marly and Jack’s Knoxville Botanical Gardens wedding was a perfect blend of timeless tradition and fresh spring romance. Their day began with a grand Catholic cathedral ceremony, followed by a relaxed portrait session among the blooms. The celebration continued with a flower-filled reception surrounded by loved ones. Every detail reflected their joy, making the entire day […]

Will and Katherine’s Chattanooga Wedding at The Signal was a timeless celebration filled with elegance, music, and heartfelt moments. After a traditional ceremony at Signal Mountain Presbyterian Church, guests danced the night away under stage lights at The Signal venue. With a live jazz band, romantic lighting, and a classic vibe, their wedding was truly unforgettable […]

Have you ever stumbled upon a documentary wedding photographer while scrolling through Instagram? Maybe you paused at a candid image of a couple dancing beneath twinkle lights, completely lost in the music and each other. Or perhaps it was a quiet, emotional moment, a close-up of teary eyes during the exchange of private vows, that […]

Some wedding days are beautiful, others are sentimental, and a few are just plain legendary. Kathleen and Morgan’s surprise wedding at The Cordelle? It checked all three boxes—and then some. Their wedding wasn’t just a celebration of love. It was a full-blown surprise operation that took almost a year of careful planning, secret-keeping, and playful deception […]