FREE:  5 Minutes to a Lighter Mental Load: a Decision Filter
 
for the Mom Who Wants More Presence & Peace
If you’re feeling heavy lately, it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because you’re making a hundred tiny calls before breakfast, and your nervous system is trying to keep up. 

This free guide walks you through a science-backed, simple decision filter so you can quickly: 

 
  • clear the clutter in your head
  • make space for what you value
  • show up with more presence today
Not a new routine. Just a faster way to move forward.
 
📬 Drop your email below, and I'll send the guide straight to your inbox.

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Alyssa Rachelle!

I’m Alyssa—a Chattanooga and Cleveland, TN, photographer capturing family chaos (the good kind) and meaningful moments with a light and airy touch. When I’m not behind the camera, I’m a boymom, Enneagram 1w2, and nature lover who’s recovering from perfectionism (mostly with chai lattes and deep breaths). Here, you’ll find my latest work, tips to simplify life, and probably a laugh or two. I’m so glad you’re here—grab a coffee and dive in!

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A community-focused urban farm may not be the first place you think of for a wedding or rehearsal dinner venue. But after visiting Crabtree Farms, I know it just might make it to your list! The Evelyn Center at Crabtree Farms is the perfect indoor/outdoor wedding venue, and the unique property it sits on will […]

Crabtree Farms: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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Chattanooga White Chapel Wedding True high school sweethearts are truly not that common, right? But that’s exactly Julianne & Mike’s story. Their wedding was held at Highlands Chapel, which is just the best place for a Chattanooga white chapel wedding! They even had a former high school teacher officiate their wedding, which was a sweet […]

Chattanooga White Chapel Wedding

Our time capturing Nicole & Michael’s winter rooftop engagement photos were almost as adventurous as them as a couple! I loved hanging out with them in Downtown Chattanooga & climbing to a rooftop to get some dreamy cityscape backgrounds! They even brought their precious pup, Eli, to join in some of their engagement photos! Nicole […]

Winter Rooftop Engagement Photos in Chattanooga

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As a photographer, I hope my families and couples can feel how much I love what I do and what an honor it is to capture such memorable life moments. There’s no denying the same love and appreciation the family behind Candies Creek Farm has for the couples that choose to marry on their property. […]

Candies Creek Farm: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

I can’t get enough of the wedding venues in our area! Whenever a new couple chooses me as their wedding photographer, I’m itching to find out their venue! There are endless styles to choose from. For Tennessee brides or those looking to travel to a venue with history, the Old Woolen Mill in Cleveland, Tennessee […]

Old Woolen Mill: a Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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I am such a lover of unique wedding venues and when I discovered The Stables at Strawberry Creek, it was another to add to my list of special venues! Located in Knoxville, the 55-acre grounds boast so much to love and even more places to photograph. STUNNING STABLES So many brides have been loving the […]

The Stables at Strawberry Creek: Knoxville Wedding Venue Highlight

Gift-giving gives some people major anxiety. Personally, I LOVE it! So, just for funsies, I’m sharing these curated gift guides and breaking the guides down by price points! I got you, boo. Get intentional with Valentine’s Day. Use it as an excuse to TRULY connect with your person. Make it meaningful. Have the conversations that’ll […]

Valentine’s Gift Guides & My Top 10 Picks in 2023

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As a wedding photographer, I’ve seen receptions evolve through the years. Gone are the days of only dance floors to keep guests entertained. First, there were photo booths, then food trucks, but today, there are so many fun new ideas to keep guests entertained. So, here are my top 3 wedding games for your reception […]

My Top 3 Wedding Games for Your Reception

If the venue wasn’t beautiful enough, the story and history of how The Barn at Hickory Hills came to be sure will get you! This family-owned and run venue has a rich history steeped in ‘for better or for worse’ love and the owners have the biggest hearts to make your wedding memorable. Ceremony Sites […]

The Barn at Hickory Hills: a Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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A classy couple calls for classy engagement photos! Jacob’s studying at Yale and Macall’s a dentist. Is there a better definition of a power couple out there?! I mean really, add their photogenic nature to all of that and 🎇! They traveled down from Connecticut for the holidays and made time for us to capture […]

Classy Engagement Photos in Chattanooga, TN

It doesn’t get more Chattanooga-y than hosting your wedding at The Chattanoogan Hotel. This Hilton-owned property is a part of their Curio Collection. In simple terms, fancy! It is the perfect hotel on Chattanooga’s Southside and there are endless options for any size wedding! Charm The Chattanoogan Hotel is situated in Downtown Chattanooga and it […]

The Chattanoogan Hotel: Wedding Venue Highlight

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One of my favorite things about Chattanooga is how favorable the weather is pretty much year-round. Dining Alfresco, count me in! Rooftop wedding, I’m SO there! That is why I am so excited about The Moxy boutique hotel venue in Downtown Chattanooga. It is a rooftop wedding paradise in the heart of downtown! Rooftop Vibes […]

The Moxy: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

If you’re feeling heavy lately, it’s not because you’re doing it wrong. It’s because you’re making a hundred tiny calls before breakfast, and your nervous system is trying to keep up.

This free guide walks you through a science-backed, simple decision filter so you can quickly:

  • clear the clutter in your head
  • make space for what you value
  • show up with more presence today

Not a new routine. Just a faster way to move forward.

📬 Drop your email below, and I'll send the guide straight to your inbox.

No spam. No pressure. Just the support you have been craving.

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for the mom who wants more presence & Peace

I'm Alyssa, your Chattanooga & Cleveland, TN Photographer and systems-obsessed, sanity-saving friend.

I serve families, brands, and events in Chattanooga, Cleveland, and Ooltewah (and yep, even beyond). My style? Light, airy, and joy-packed.

When I’m not behind the camera, I’m helping mamas simplify life with smart systems and realistic routines that actually work.

Around here, it’s all about capturing your story and giving you tools that free up your time.

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