We started at Katie’s parents house, where everyone was getting ready!

Love this shot of the groomsmen watching a game while waiting around.

Katie chose not to do a bridal portrait session, so we made time for a couple on the wedding day.

Her flowers were beautiful!

I loved the light in the altar area of the church.  So few churches have light that show up like this!

The wreaths on the door were handmade by a friend.

Back inside after a few brief group photos and trying to warm up!

Peeky peeky!

Almost time!

The rules stated that we had to stay in the balcony and were not allowed in the sanctuary, but I was able to get permission to hide in a pew so I could get a photo of Katie and her dad on the aisle.

Again – I love the light in this church!

After the ceremony it was time to head back over to Flatwater Grill for the reception.

The grooms cake was fabulous!

The Dave Landeo band was, as always, completely brilliant!

Mirrors placed under candlelit centerpieces add a bit of extra glow!

Loved this little moment.

Katie’s dad was so fun!

As per usual for the rehearsals and receptions that we photograph, the majority of our coverage was hands off – photographing as flies on the wall unless specifically asked to take a posed photo.  This way, we’re able to photograph the evening as it naturally unfolds.

The florals at the dinner were a nod to Katie’s wedding colors the next day.

Though Katie & Todd did not have a christmas-themed wedding, holiday decorations at the venues added a subtle seasonal touch.

Katie & Todd sat with their parents at a head table, and their happiness and excitement was so obvious throughout the evening!

A stolen glance at her groom-to-be!

The story of their engagement was told via a slideshow and video.. Todd proposed during a skydiving adventure!  Their friends and family reacted accordingly upon seeing their loved ones hurl themselves out of a perfectly good airplane.

Katie’s parents along with family surprised the couple by donning Christmas hats and singing a rendition of Jingle  Bells – complete with customized lyrics for the wedding!

There were many toasts and well-wishes spread throughout the evening.

Guests enjoyed a choice of dessert after a delicious meal. Yum yum!

The guests mingled and chatted and a great time was had by all.

Just before we left, we took a quick portrait of the soon-to-be newlyweds outside in front of the Christmas lights on the restaurant!

Stay tuned for their wedding feature!

Though the weather did not cooperate, it didnt matter one bit.  All this group needed was each other, and it was a perfect day.

We started with a mid-morning ceremony at Immaculate Conception in downtown Knoxville…

Immediately following the ceremony, we were treated to a little bagpipes concert just outside (well, the poor musician stood outside in the rain while we all huddled inside to watch!)

Next, it was time to head back inside for some family and wedding party photos.  I was told “short, sweet, and simple” was the name of the game when it came to posed photos – I was happy to oblige!

Of course, we got a few of the newlyweds as well!

Pete can be a real character!

After leaving the church, it was off to the Botanical gardens for a lunch reception with the family.

It even stopped raining for a few minutes, so we ran outside to grab a few photos in the gardens!

The last stop was Celeste and Pete’s home for a more casual gathering, complete with more musicians!

And a couple of quick parting shots as we left at the end of the night!

If you were a vendor at this wedding – let me know so I can give you credit!

* I don’t have full vendor information for this wedding, so if you worked on this one with us, please let me know so I can give you proper credit!

Christy & Matt were married last November on a beautiful late fall day.  As with most things weather-related in East Tennessee, we were thrown for a loop when the temperatures dropped below 40 degrees for much of the afternoon, causing us to cut our outdoor photos much shorter than anticipated!  Regardless, it was a beautiful day, we were able to take advantage of the lingering fall colors, and everyone had a wonderful time celebrating at The Foundry!

I LOVE fall weddings!   I adore them so much that I’m going to say it again: I LOVE FALL WEDDINGS!!   When I woke up this morning to temperatures in the low 60’s, I was compelled to feature a wedding from last fall to celebrate.  Lisa and Howell were married at Butterfly Gap Retreat on October 30th.   Man, was it ever beautiful.   The color was out in full force, the weather was crisp and perfect, and they made perfect choices with timing their ceremony so we had some really fantastic light throughout the celebration.

Fall weddings in Tennessee are fabulous, and that’s just all there is to it.  After a hot, sticky summer, you just can’t beat em!

This fabulous wedding is a perfect example of how you can NEVER have too much color!!

First look!

I adore these colors together!

We like to keep wedding party shots very relaxed and simple.

Since the lighting is much softer later in the day, we took a few minutes near sunset to run outside for a shot with the cute parasols.

..and just a few more of Kari & Guy by themselves.

Brand new family!  I get the warm ‘n fuzzies when I see families so excited about coming together.