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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 wife, 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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Looking for wedding dresses in Chattanooga? Well, I have photographed innumerable wedding dresses of all kinds from tons of different boutiques. I know you have an overwhelming list of options to chose from when trying to find your wedding dress. So, since I am a sucker for detail and unique styles, I am sharing my […]
Lookout Mountain is the scenic jewel of Southeast Tennessee and North Georgia. It offers unparalleled views of seven other states. It also contains a historic Civil War battleground and vistas from two National Parks, including one of the highest points east of the Mississippi River! The recreation trails are outstanding and have spectacular overlooks that […]
If you clicked this blog post, you are probably already interested in getting married in a chapel. Guess what?! There are so many wedding chapels in Chattanooga, TN. While wedding chapels are not as popular as they once were, they still make for a beautiful wedding venue. I believe it is the architecture, sacredness and […]
Eloping has become quite popular since the pandemic. Even before that, couples have chosen to elope for several reasons—cost, desire for more intimacy, logistics, etc. This post is not about trying to change your mind about eloping. But there are some things I recommend you DON’T do if you decide to go this route, especially […]
So much life has happened for Natalie & Devin since their engagement session earlier this year. Natalie graduated school and landed a job in Pennsylvania, which meant even longer, long-distance dating for the two. So, they decided to get legally married with a private ceremony several months ago! Woohoo!!! On August 1st, they held their […]
Being a wedding photographer, I see a lot of different areas. I’ve been photographing Chattanooga weddings for several years now, and I still love it as much as I did when I first started. I love being the one to capture the full wedding day story and intimate moments my clients have with their partner, […]
When it comes to finding a Chattanooga florist for your wedding floral arrangements, you want someone who is going to bring your dreams to life. Floral arrangements play a major role in your wedding photos, and they are a huge focus of everyone’s attention. You take photos with them, you walk down the aisle with […]
Based in the valley of the East Tennessee Mountains, Castleton Farms is a fan favorite when it comes to wedding venues in Loudon, TN or greater Knoxville or Chattanooga areas! With acres of beautiful land and different venue options to hold your wedding ceremony and reception, this wedding venue is a must-see. If the beauty […]
Wedding photographers are usually booked early on in the wedding planning process. But this year, other post-pandemic dynamics are adding onto how quickly dates in 2021 and following years are being booked. Keep reading to learn why you should book your Chattanooga photographer super early. Anticipated Wedding Boom The pandemic has affected the wedding industry […]
Wondering why you need to hire a Chattanooga wedding planner? Aside from the obvious that they are experts in their field and will make your wedding planning and day-of smoother, here are my top five reasons why you should hire one! Unbiased Sounding Board As a bride, your mind is probably swirling with ideas, visions, […]
Do love mountain views? Privacy? Variety of settings for portraits? Indoor and outdoor venue options? Maximizing your investment in wedding photography? Keep reading for why I chose my Top 10 estate wedding venues in Chattanooga. If you’re even slightly interested in a wedding in Southeast Tennessee, then you may be someone who can appreciate sweeping […]
What better way to celebrate two, SWEET country folks being engaged than doing their engagement session at the Chilhowee Overlook?! Better than that, it’s where Alllie & Arrie spent nearly every weekend together in high school! I can totally see why. The Chilhowee Overlook is along a 7-mile scenic road the winds up a mountain […]