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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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Nestled in the picturesque landscape of Sevierville, Tennessee, Dig ‘N Zone stands out as a unique construction-themed park, offering families an unforgettable day of hands-on fun and adventure. As someone who recently experienced the thrill of digging, operating, and exploring at Dig ‘N Zone, I’m excited to share my insights and tips for making the […]

Exploring Dig ‘N Zone in Sevierville, Tennessee

dig 'n zone a construction based theme park in sevierville tennessee by chattanooga family photographer alyssa rachelle photography
chattanooga easter egg hunt 2024 with chattanooga family photographer alyssa rachelle photography

Springtime in Chattanooga brings with it a wave of excitement as families gear up for one of the most anticipated events of the year: Easter egg hunts! For moms looking to make the most of this festive season with their little ones, here’s my Chattanooga East Egg Hunt 2024 Round-up! It’s guaranteed to delight kids […]

Chattanooga Easter Egg Hunt 2024 Round-Up

He got down on one knee! You said yes! Maybe you have picked your venue, the date, and have started reviewing your secret wedding pinterest board for all the details! So, what’s next? THE DRESS of course! It is finally time to go wedding dress shopping. There is more to it than meets the eye […]

3 Mistakes Brides Make When Wedding Dress Shopping

wedding dress shopping by chattanooga wedding photographer alyssa rachelle photography
gardens in the gorge chattanooga wedding venue by chattanooga wedding photographer alyssa rachelle photography

If you have read any of my wedding venue highlights, you know that I am a sucker for venues with great outdoor patios that have picturesque views and bistro lights. I never thought patios could be topped until I saw Gardens in the Gorge and their wrap-around deck at Windsor Hall. This deck is elevated. […]

Gardens in the Gorge: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

Usually, we give out our best tips for brides regarding engagement photos and what to wear, but there are definite considerations for the guys too! We have some tips for men when choosing engagement outfits for men. Our first tip… Start Here First Remember when we said we’ll focus on the guys? Well, we will…but […]

Engagement Outfits for Men

engagement outfits for men by chattanooga wedding photographer alyssa rachelle photography
casual engagement photo outfit by chattanooga portrait photographer alyssa rachelle photography

Yay! It is time for your engagement photos! Did you opt for casual engagement photo outfits? If that’s your vibe, I’m here for it! Still don’t know what to wear though if going casual? My couples get all the details in their ARP Experience Guide when booking, but here are some of my favorite ways […]

 Casual Engagement Photo Outfits

Have you read recently on my blog about why I love being a Chattanooga photographer? I went on and on about the views and the trees and anything outdoors. It makes the area so special any time of year. It should not come as a surprise then that I LOVE the forest weddings! If you […]

Forest Wedding Venues in Chattanooga, TN

forest wedding venues in chattanooga, tn by chattanooga wedding photographer alyssa rachelle photography
why i became a chattanooga photographer and why i love it by alyssa rachelle photography

I pour my heart into my clients and my business and it has been my greatest pleasure being a Chattanooga photographer. I have been serving couples and families for several years but I didn’t always think this was my path! Sure, I have carried a camera with me ever since I was little, but I […]

Why I Became a Chattanooga Photographer and Why I Love It

I started this business from scratch and without formal education. (CRAZY!!!) When I was first doing photography on the side, I got creative to operate without expensive software and platforms. As my business has grown, so has my list of must-have tools that make my day-to-day operations run seamlessly so come wedding day or tax […]

My Must Have Small Business Tools

my favorite small business tools by chattanooga family photographer alyssa rachelle photography
dollywood tips for families with kids by chattanooga family photographer alyssa rachelle photography

Hey there, fabulous moms! If you’re gearing up for an unforgettable family adventure at Dollywood with your little ones, you’ve come to the right place. These are my top 5 Dollywood tips for families with kids. From the moment you step foot into the magic of Dolly Parton’s wonderland, you want everything to be perfect […]

Dollywood Tips for Families with Kids

If you want a Fall wedding in Southeast Tennessee, it’s pretty hard to know exactly when the peak fall color will be. Ali & Isaac nailed the date though! Their date was the very last Saturday available at Castleton Farms had available, and it just happened to be the most colorful weekend of the year! […]

Emerald Green Wedding at Castleton Farms

emerald green wedding at castleton farms by chattanooga wedding photographer alyssa rachelle photography
signal mountain tn wedding by chattanooga wedding photographer alyssa rachelle photography

Ellie & Sam’s Signal Mountain, TN, wedding was truly one of the most joy-filled, genuinely happy, and radiant weddings the ARP Team has worked in a long time. The photographs are so full of emotion that ss I went edited the images, I found myself physically smiling and giggling. See if that doesn’t happen to […]

Signal Mountain TN Wedding for Ellie & Sam

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