Alli and Alex are married!! These two adventurous souls traveled all of the way from Colorado to the mountains of Tennessee to celebrate with their friends and family at Sugar Hollow Retreat in Butler, Tennessee.

The forecast kept saying that rain was on the way, but luckily held out for us for most of the day. The clouds eventually broke and gave us a steady drizzle for their vows. Being as adventurous as they are, Alex and Alli chose to have the ceremony outside despite the rain and it was truly magical!

Amanda and Jack had originally planned on eloping, but stumbled across the Waterstone venue in Johnson City, Tennessee, and fell in love! They then decided to travel from Nashville with their closest family and friends and have their intimate ceremony in front of the iconic waterfall. After becoming husband and wife, Amanda and Jack celebrated with their family at their outdoor reception. Everything about their day was so laid-back, intentional, and beautiful!

Bridal sessions have quickly become one of my favorite types of sessions that I offer! I absolutely love that my brides get to dress up in their dresses, test out their wedding day makeup and hairstyles, and we get to create some beautiful portraits! When Morgan asked me if we could do a bridal session prior to her wedding day at her venue, The Lake House, I of course jumped at the opportunity! I was so excited to see what style of dress Morgan had chosen and to finally see their gorgeous venue!

Emily and Christian's wedding day was nothing short of beautiful.

These two became husband and wife on the most perfect September day-- it was partly sunny and in the 70s with a breeze that reminded us that Fall is just around the corner. When I first arrived at the Waterstone venue, I saw both Emily and Christian while they were getting ready and asked how they were. They both responded with the biggest smiles and said, "Getting a little nervous, but excited!"

Happiness just radiated between these two and their families throughout the day. We were all in tears watching Emily read Christian's letter and then again when he first saw her walk down the aisle. It's obvious from their smiles just how much these two love and adore each other.

Northeast Tennessee is not only home to beautiful mountains and breathtaking lakes, but also some of the most gorgeous and unique wedding venues that are perfect for adventurous couples and outdoors lovers!

I’ve compiled a list of my top favorite wedding venues (in no particular order) here in northeast Tennessee that are great for adventurous brides and grooms who are looking for a place to say their vows.