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Alyssa Rachelle!

Welcome to my blog! I'm a Chattanooga and Cleveland, TN, photographer specializing in family and event photography. I thrive off of story-telling detail and building genuine relationships! I'm also a wife, boymom, enneagram type 1, and love all things nature. So, basically, if I'm not doing something photography-related, you'll find me outside with my family recovering from perfectionism. Anyway, enjoy viewing my latest work, resources for clients and friends, and glimpses into my life!

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The outfits Susan put together were PERFECTION—I mean a black dress for engagement photos?! How classy! When she sent me pictures of her ideas during her outfit consultation, I was SO excited because I knew they’d be perfect for the locations we chose! My favorite look she put together was her black dress paired with […]

Black Dress Engagement Photos

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Orchards, ponds, luscious green space, and an elegant white building adorn the 260 gorgeous acres at Northwest Georgia’s, Blackberry Ridge. When I say I love natural light, I mean I really heart eye emoji LOVE it 😍. It’s my signature. When I found Blackberry Ridge and saw the windows that are perfectly appointed on every […]

Blackberry Ridge: a Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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Possibly an unpopular opinion: Chattanooga has been overdue for a wedding venue that’s not a barn! Well, ladies and gentlemen, it’s happened! Jackie and her husband, Stephen, bought this land when it was a golf course and turned it into a dream venue, Blackberry Ridge…in SEVEN MONTHS! Is that not impressive?! Not only that, but […]

Blackberry Ridge’s Grand Opening Event

The Vineyard Hall at Howe Farms is GRAND. It is one of the largest venues in the area, able to host 400 guests and somehow the venue manages to still feel intimate. It is a gorgeous space with perfect indoor and outdoor options and could be the wedding venue you’ve been looking for! BREATHTAKING VIEWS […]

The Vineyard Hall at Howe Farms: a Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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Umm
THIS VENUE. Where do I even begin with The Loft at Five Gables?! It’s not like many of the other venues in the area. It is SO unique. Every detail in each indoor and outdoor area is perfect. Even reviews say it is the perfect place to get married! DESIGN DETAILS Being described as a […]

The Loft at Five Gables: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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The ultimate wedding day bridal luxury can easily be found at The Pavilion at Five Gables. I honestly can’t believe how much the venue drips with glam! It is all-around stunning and another winner from Howe Farms! CEREMONY SUNSETS If you’re like me and dream of sunset ceremonies, then you can look no further than […]

The Pavilion at Five Gables: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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I am usually all for romantic, soft whimsical vibes, but the modern aesthetic of Parkside Hall might have just stolen my heart! It is still soft and timeless but the details are also sharp. It’s a truly special venue in Chattanooga and there’s so much to love about it. INDOOR/OUTDOOR VIBES Parkside Hall has it […]

Parkside Hall: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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“Goin’ to the chapel
And we’re gonna get married” has been playing in my head on repeat since falling head over heels for the Highlands Chapel at Howe Farms wedding venue. It is the quintessential white wedding chapel and it is ready for you and your wedding day! PICTURE PERFECT Picture perfect, this venue is almost […]

Highlands Chapel at Howe Farms: Wedding Venue Highlight

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So, one of my favorite questions to ask my couples is
”where’s the honeymoon?!” I have to admit, I’m always a bit jealous when they tell me! And those couples that have jetted off to Italy
I can’t! Fortunately, The Woodlands at Five Gables gives me all the Tuscan vibes and plops me right into a warm […]

The Woodlands at Five Gables: Wedding Venue Highlight

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We were thrilled to capture Kurtisha & Conner’s engagement season with a classy session at Ross’s Landing in Chattanooga, TN! Their love story is a super fun one, so be sure to read all about it below! Three years ago Kurtisha spotted Conner at the gym one day. Her interest was piqued, but she had […]

Ross’s Landing Engagement Photos

Ross's Landing engagement photos by Alyssa Rachelle photography

If you’ve read my blog for any length of time, you know I love a good mountain backdrop for photos. Even though I photograph weddings all over, there’s nothing like photographing venues within the north Georgia and Tennessee mountains, the place I call home. Ridge Rose Wedding Venue is no exception. Views This venue is […]

Ridge Rose: Chattanooga Wedding Venue Highlight

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A Chattanooga barn wedding. There is nothing like it. With a name like The Apple Barn, you know you are in for something picturesque, natural, and so so fabulous! DREAMY PERGOLAS Howe Farms continues to expand its offering of unbelievable venues with both indoor and outdoor spaces. The Apple Barn is no exception. Let’s first […]

The Apple Barn at Howe Farms

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