Marrotta Family | Knoxville Family Photographer

Oh the Marrotta Family. They traveled here from Chicago to play in my Smoky Mountains and I am SO grateful I got to meet them and document this sweet spot in the life of their family.

If you are a family photographer and are interested in the way I interact with and photograph clients, I am happy to announce offering my break out session for sale again. These materials are jam packed with information on light, client interaction, prompts, posing and so much more. There are 2 full behind the scenes family session videos where you can hear me interacting with clients in real time as well as additional voice over explaining things in more detail. These materials were produced when I was shooting digitally but my process for shooting families has remained the same. I hope these materials will help you to grow and find confidence as a family photographer and help you let go of perfection while helping you see the beauty that exists all around you. You can find more information on my breakout and what all is included below.

Blessings,

Bethany

Ryg Family | Knoxville Family Photographer

I’ve been photographing this family for several years and I can say fully that every time I’m with them is so incredible. Mostly because their mama, Sarah, always shows up with zero pretense and her children follow suit. It always feels so easy to get into a groove photographing them because they show me who they are from the minute I get out of my car. She is the kind of mother you would invite over for coffee and know that you didn’t have to pick up your house but that you could just clear a spot on your couch, relax instantly and feel seen. And when she left you would feel less alone in this motherhood gig. This is how I feel when I’m with her and her family and really, isn’t that just an incredible accomplishment? But this is just who she is and I’m so happy I get to photograph them. I got to spend a beautiful chilly late fall evening with them on their farm this year and I am so excited to share it with you all today. Enjoy!

Montgomery Family at Home | Knoxville Family Photographer

“The ordinary arts we practice every day at home are of more importance than their simplicity might suggest.” Thomas Moore

I got to photograph this beautiful family at home for the second time several weeks ago. I shot them last spring in the same place but this session felt totally different. They’ve changed, grown closer, been pulled together and are spending their last days in their family home that’s raised them. What a privilege to share the morning with them. Blessings to you Montgomery family.

Jackson Family | Knoxville, TN Photographer

A beautiful fall evening with the Jackson family. I just love you guys and look forward to spending time with you each year. <3

Johnson Family | Knoxville Family Photographer

“I would maintain that thanks are the highest form of thought; and that gratitude is happiness doubled by wonder.” -G.K. Chesterton

Boone-Bradley Engagement | Knoxville Family Photographer

Engagement photos are something I don’t do very often but these two made me want to do them ALL THE TIME. What a beautiful shift it was to take things slow and quiet as I got to focus on these two and the love that obviously radiated from them. I loved hearing their story of how they met along with some really funny stories and how they are so excited to start a life together. This time in life is so precious. For me, it was the beginning of some really beautiful seasons. Not to say there weren’t trials, because oh there are. But those beginnings as a couple are such sweet times to look back on. I’m so glad I got to have an afternoon to see these two as they start this journey together. Congrats Jonathan and Jess! All the blessings on your marriage. <3

Byrd Family | Knoxville Family Photographer

I love you without knowing how, or when, or from where. I love you simply, without problems or pride: I love you in this way because I do not know any other way of loving but this, in which there is no I or you. -Neruda

The beautiful Byrd Family together in Knoxville at the end of summer. <3

Lourenco Family | Knoxville, TN Family Photographer

Evelyn has been a friend of mine online for years after participating in our 10 on 10 monthly lifestyle blog together so it was so great to get to meet her in person along with her beautiful family. We met on a beautiful foggy morning in the Smoky Mountains and it was really something special. They way this family loves each other deeply is truly inspiring. I hope these images help you to see it too.

Dyk Family at Home

Have you ever met someone and instantly known they were your people? I always tell this but the first time I met Nicole, we were at dinner and she ordered 2 dinners and I knew right then and there I loved her. Lol.(I will never let that die because I love it so much) But seriously, not only is she one of the funniest people I’ve ever met, her love for her people runs DEEP and it is inspiring ya’ll. I am grateful to say that I’ve been able to get to know Nic really well over the past couple of years and recently co-hosted a workshop with her and Sara and through all that, I’ve grown to love her even more. She is genuine, not afraid to say the hard things you need to hear and I appreciate that SO much. So, to get to photograph her in her home with her family was truly an honor to me.

I love you friend. Seeing you with your family is a thing of beauty.

Montgomery Family | Knoxville Family Photographer

The simplest of days, the sweetest moments. Nothing fancy or fussy which is exactly how it should be. A morning at home with the Montgomery Family. <3

McCarthy Family >>> Knoxville Family Photographer

Trying to get myself back in the swing of blogging because I have had so many amazing family sessions this year. So I’m gonna start by sharing this one. I met this family at home and hung out with them there followed by a walk at their farm. It was a sweet and slow evening and just really the most beautiful thing you can imagine. Enjoy.

April 10 on 10 | Knoxville Family Photographer

Hi friends! It’s been a while since I hopped in on our 10 on 10 blog circle and I wanted to share some of our every day images from this past month. As always, I can’t quite get it down to 10 images so I’m sharing a few extra. Be sure to make your way around the circle and visit Kalajoki Lifestyle Photographer Noemi’s post next.

Steelman Family | Knoxville Family Photographer

“You are so much sunshine in every square inch.” -Walt Whitman

Geiger Family Newborn | Knoxville Newborn Photographer

“May you experience each day as a sacred gift woven around the heart of wonder.” -John O’Donohue

The Geiger family recently became a party of five and we documented their sweet new family on film. Enjoy this little slice of life. <3

Baird Family | Knoxville Family Photographer

“I have, as it were, my own sun and moon and stars, and a little world all to myself.” -Henry David Thoreau

The Baird Family at home on their land. In their own little sweet world. <3

The Shields Family >>> Knoxville Family Photographer

Sometimes it’ just so fun to do something different! So when my client came to me wanting a super simplistic session done all on one wall in their home on film, I was pumped for the challenge. I love that she wanted me to just let things flow naturally and to just capture the kids exactly as is. The best I tell ya.

The Bessom Family >>> Knoxville Family Photographer

“Nothing is ever really lost to us as long as we remember it.” -L.M. Montgomery

The sweet Bessom Family in fall.

Kicklighter Family >>> Knoxville Family Photographer

I am so happy I got to catch up with the Kicklighter family this fall and photograph them in downtown Knoxville since it’s been a while since our last session together. Gianna is a super talented photographer herself, check her out here, and she and Pat are sweet friends of ours. It has been such a blessing to see them grow into incredible parents to little Norah. Love you guys so much Kicks! Blessings!

Waring Newborn >>> Knoxville Newborn Photographer

Photographing families at home is one of my favorite things, especially when there’s a new baby there. Congratulations Waring family! Blessings to you 4!

The Japp Family >>> Knoxville Family Photographer

This family. I first met them almost 2 years ago, you can read more about that here. I got to catch up with them this fall and photograph them in their home on film. I found a family that was changed from the first time I’d met them. They’ve clung tightly to each other and to the Lord in such time of uncertainty and it’s been woven into their family. Jenn (who also happens to be an incredibly talented photographer) has truly been an encouragement to me and such an example of faithfulness in the midst of trials. She recently messaged me this scripture and encouragement and I want to share it with you.

“Your bolts and gates shall be iron and bronze AND AS YOUR DAYS, SO SHALL YOUR STRENGTH BE.” Deuteronomy 33:25

“I’m so built up by the idea of God giving us the strength that today requires. Don’t look ahead for tomorrow. Don’t try to draw strength and energy and creativity for a month from now or grace and help for a situation that “could happen.” Grace for today. In copious amounts. Praying this for you today and for me!'“