Nashville Middle Tn Family Photographer | Spring

Spring Session

Look at Brady here in her cute bunny dress and converse. Sassy and sweet. These pictures are from last year’s Spring sessions at Cedars of Lebanon State Park. This girl is so photogenic, and I can never wait to see what I’ve got from her. She’s also super sweet and smart…definitely going places. I love the way the barn makes her look so bright. Spring sessions this year are probably going to be on April 11th! I’m just now wrapping my head around them, so contact me for more information!

Nashville, TN Photographer | Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Lora and Eddie’s Senior Session

Meet Lora and Eddie. They’re twins! I’ve known them for a long time, and now they’re seniors at Lebanon High School. We loved hanging out at Cedars of Lebanon State Park and taking their senior pictures. These two are into band and color guard. Lora plans to attend Western KY University to study business, and Eddie is headed to Tn Tech for engineering. Sweet people who I know will do great things! Scroll to see their senior pictures. Time goes by too fast.

Nashville, TN Photographer | Downtown Lebanon, TN

Brizeida’s Prom Session

Are you thinking about prom? Brizeida came for a prom mini-session last year (which I will be doing again, for sure!). She is so gorgeous. I think we ended up doing 3 or 4 senior sessions of her doing different things, wearing different outfits. Girl after my own heart! I’m sure you’ll see her here on my blog again soon with her grad session. She is beautiful on the outside, as you can see, but also on the inside where it really counts. This blue prom dress pops on these walls and alleyways in downtown Lebanon, one of my favorite spots. I’ll also be taking the pictures at Lebanon High School prom this year, so look for me and grab me!

To see last year’s prom pictures, go HERE

Nashville, TN Photographer | Fiddler's Grove, Lebanon, TN

Kayla

I love taking this girl’s pictures. I started when she was 12. I love being able to see her as she grows each year. She is such a sweet thing! And cute, too! She came to me when I was focusing on tweens, which I still love, but she’s not a tween anymore. She’s a homeschooler and dancer, which I have yet to get her in her ballet slippers. I’m waiting for that! We went out to Fiddler’s Grove with the cabins for this shoot. I’m already thinking about where to go next time. Good luck with your driving, Kayla, and I can’t wait to see you for your next session!

Nashville, TN Photographer | Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Grace | Class of 2020

Meet Grace, class of 2020 at Lebanon High School. This girl is one who is close to my heart! She’s one of my daughter’s best buds and she has a special place. She is obviously in band, and enjoys it so much. I love when my seniors bring things that represent them (including her dog! Just scroll to see his cuteness). Grace is into church, band, loves to travel, keeps her grades up, and is just all around a great girl. So glad she is in our lives. Her plan is to attend Tennessee Tech University and major in engineering. Wow! Can’t wait to to see what the future holds for her.

Nashville, TN Photographer | Downtown

Carissa’s Senior Portraits

Carissa and I had SOOOO much fun running around downtown taking these pictures. Seriously, running, driving, getting out at whatever place looked good. I would do this again in a second! Thanks to her parents, I didn’t get lost once. :) :) We found some murals that were a little different (that dog, though!), and we had such a good time. Carissa is a senior at Lebanon High School, and plans to pursue international business (school to be decided!). She’s a dancer, too, and you can tell in the jumping picture below. Haha. Alsoshe’s super photogenic and sweet. She always makes me laugh with her proper use of language. That’s why I love her! I know she will be successful in everything, and can’t wait to see what happens with this girl.

Nashville/ Senior Photographer | Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Avery & Spencer’s Senior Session

I’ve known these guys their whole lives, and now it’s almost time for them to graduate. One is planning on Western, one is planning on TN Tech. both schools are close to my heart! I had fun joking with these two during their session because obviously their “mom made them do it”. I loved how they both warmed up and did a great job. If you pay attention as you scroll through, you can see Spencer photobombing Aery in the grass. Where’s Waldo? So much fun, guys. I know each of you will be successful in whatever you do. Stay close, and good luck!

Cedars of Lebanon is an awesome part to visit! Learn more HERE

Nashville TN Photographer | Lebanon High School Senior

Abbey

Meet Abbey, class of 2020! Isn’t she gorgeous? That hair is killing it. We had the best time running around downtown Lebanon, peeking into alleys and finding fun murals. Then we had to do the woodsy/farm thing after the urban thing, and went over to Cedars of Lebanon state Park. She had the best of both worlds. I was so happy with how her session turned out.

Nashville, TN Photographer | Cedars of Lebanon State Park

I’m catching up on all my Christmas blogging this week! After the New Year, I’m pretty much finished with Christmas decorations, and ready to get back to regular settings! I love it so much during the season, though. I’m one of those people who start right after Halloween. LOL. This little family has been so important in our lives. They are such good friends. They come out for Christmas minis or Fall sessions each year. I look forward to it so much. I did them at Cedars of Lebanon this year, and they always do so well. Their oldest is the same age as my youngest, and it pains me to see how much they’ve grown up, even though I’m fully aware it happens. :) Thankful that they are turning into such good people.

Nashville, TN Photographer | Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Christmas Time

Christmas minis were a success! Thank you to all my wonderful clients! These were super fun, and the weather worked out perfect. I love this hidden barn for everything. This little family always comes out for these sessions. I love getting their card every time with pictures that I took.

Nashville, TN Photographer | Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Snider Family Session

I love this little family! I guess it’s not so little. I was excited when Jan contacted me to do this family session out at Cedars of Lebanon. Big groups are some of my favorites, and I don’t always get to do them when I focus on seniors. We had a great time, and everyone was so photogenic and sweet. I can tell they’re close. This is what it’s all about. I’m so glad they got these memories!

Nashville, TN Photographer | Lebanon, TN

Robinson Family Session

Meet the Robinsons. Haha. Not THOSE Robinsons. I’ve literally been waiting to say that. I have taken this family’s pictures a few times over the years, and I was so glad to do it again. The kids are a little older, and some husbands and kids have been added this time around. The more the merrier, and they did a great job. The weather did not cooperate well on this day, but I do like some clouds. Rain, not so much, but everybody put on a smile and had a great session. We laughed at the kids and fed the goats across the fence. This family loves each other so much, it’s obvious.

Lebanon, TN Photographer | LHS Senior

Ellen—Class of 2020

Meet Ellen! LHS class of 2020. She’s into color guard and drama. This girl had her senior pictures at her house. Isn’t it some awesome land? I even got a pumpkin or two out of it, and a bumpy ride on the Gator! She had some good ideas for how she wanted her session to go, and the t-shirts prove it. I wish her so much fun in the rest of her senior year. Now that marching band is over, she won’t know what to do with her time! They had a great season making memories. 2nd place in their class at Contest of Champions makes for some good memories. Band kids have a piece of my heart. This sweet girl will carry her friendships with her always. Keep scrolling to see the ones she picked from her session.

Nashville TN Photographer | Lebanon High School Senior

Levi’s Senior Session

Meet Levi, Class of 2020 at Lebanon High School. I have known him for a very long time and he comes from a family of teachers, just like me. He obviously loves football, and these turned out great on Lebanon High’s field. I love when seniors bring a little bit of themselves into the session! Scroll to see more of him, and the Breakfast Club shot was his awesome idea. I wish him so much fun and adventure in his senior year!

Christmas Mini Sessions

Christmas minis this year will be on November 30th at Cedars of Lebanon State Park (There’s an awesome barn!) Session costs $250, and includes 15 digital files printable up to 8x10 size. $50 books your spot. The rest is due the day of. Each session lasts 20-30 minutes. Here's a few of my favorites from the last couple of years...

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Nashville, TN Wedding Photographer | The Mill at Lebanon

Treva + Eric

This wedding. Treva and Eric. It was so sweet. Y’all, he sang to her during the ceremony! Look up this song: “A Song For You” by Donny Hathaway (link below. I don’t think there was a dry eye. I got to know these two during their engagement, and I could tell their love will last forever. They dated a while, and and I believe Eric finally convinced her to marry him, thankfully! :) :) They have gone through so many life trials and have stuck together through better and worse already. It’s going to be smooth sailing with each other by their sides. I’m so glad they picked me to document their day at The Mill. I wish them so much happiness!

A Song For You

Nashville, TN Photographer | Cedars of Lebanon State Park

Class of 2020

Meet John, class of 2020. This senior goes to Mt. Juliet Christian Academy. He’s in the band, which I love. Plays lots of different instruments; so smart. Scroll to see which ones he brought to this session out at Cedars of Lebanon. I love it there because there are so many different places to go. He did great! And he is going to study to be a pastor after high school. Good luck, John! Congrats on your upcoming graduation, and make this senior year one to remember.

Nashville TN Photographer | Downtown Lebanon, TN

Gage’s Senior Session

Meet Gage, a senior at Coffee County High School. For his session, we went downtown in Lebanon and then to Don Fox Park, where we waded into the creek! He loves fishing and will fish anywhere. It also cracks me up how much these boys love their shoes. Scroll to see his favorite pair. Gage plans to go to community College after this year. He’s interested in helping the environment. Gage, work hard and enjoy the last year. Don’t forget to have fun!

I found this awesome blog post about advice for seniors. Check it out! It makes this mama a little sad, since I have a freshman in college.

Find it HERE

Nashville Middle Tn Family Photographer | Limited Edition Fall Mini Sessions

Fall Minis Oct, 26th

    It's that time again!  I feel like I just did Fall Minis.  We have so much fun on this day.  I love fall.

     These minis are discounted in every way.  I'm reserving 6 appointments on Oct. 26th in the afternoon.  I love getting that golden late-day sunshine.  Location is to be announced, so be looking for that information a little later.

            These exclusive sessions are $250.  Your session fee is waived, and 15 digital files are included in that.  With these files you get unlimited printing rights up to 8x10 size.  I'll spend about 20 minutes with you capturing anywhere from 20-40 images for you to choose from.  

        To reserve your appointment contact me through my website, email, text, or call.  You can also comment on this post.  Looking forward to hearing from you.  Scroll down for favorites from the past few years.

615-943-8828

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Lebanon, TN Photographer | Wilson County Fair

Wilson County Fair Best Friends Session

I was so pumped when these three wanted to do a session at the fair! They have been friends since they were little and now they’re seniors! Keep your friends close and lift each other up. I love seeing girls who empower each other. I hope their senior year is the best yet. Keep scrolling for some cute and sweet girls.