A Dreamy Tennessee Summer Wedding

Intimate sunset moment between couple in wedding attire on grassy hill.

Do you mind traveling to Middle TN?


Not at all!! Heavyn contacted me via Facebook earlier this year and asked if we shoot Weddings in Middle TN. Of course! So we booked. I can't tell you how excited I was to shoot another wedding in Middle TN. Last year, Brooke and I made the trip in one day to shoot a fantastic wedding at Montgomery Bell State park and I had been drying to get back to that area ever since. Middle Tennessee is unique because if offers the flat lands of West TN and the mountains, waterfalls, and creeks of East TN. It is a truly gorgeous place to have your wedding.

Wedding details flatlay with glittery shoes, white floral bouquet and greenery on wooden surface.
Memory display with vintage photographs surrounded by eucalyptus leaves in rustic barrel.
Classic white country chapel with black roof and steeple against blue sky.

To Perfection


When we arrived the day of the wedding, we were pleasantly surprised by the landscape and the venue. Everything from the white chapel to the smallest pieces of décor were carefully thought out and prepared. The bride's dress, by Essence of Australia, was breathtaking and her flowers were equally as gorgeous. Heavyn and her bridesmaids were so much fun to hang out with while getting ready.

Getting ready scene with matching robes and sage green bridesmaid dresses hanging.
Morning preparation scene with white robe and bridal accessories on carpet.
Close-up of intricate beaded wedding dress being fastened.

Once everyone was dressed, we moved the fun to the chapel for the first look with dad and some bride and bridesmaid photos.

Then, I caught up with Justin and his groomsmen who were looking amazing in their suits. I had the guys pretend to be serious for a few photos and then they cut loose. First doing their model walk for me followed by a beer race.

Bridesmaids in sage green dresses holding elegant white and blush floral bouquets share joyful laughter together.
Wedding party in mint green dresses gather on a grassy lawn during golden hour celebrations.
Bridesmaids in flowing sage gowns pose with matching white floral bouquets on a sunny lawn.
Groomsmen in matching gray suits stand in formation on a wooded lawn for wedding photos.
Wedding party groomsmen in coordinated gray suits pose casually in a forest setting.
Groomsmen in gray suits perform fun jumping action shot in wooded outdoor setting.

I Do!!!


After a sweet ceremony in the chapel, the videographer and I grabbed the couple for some sunset portraits. The timing couldn't have been more perfect to capture the sunset backlight.

Newlyweds walk hand in hand through a sun-drenched meadow at golden hour.
Romantic moment shared under flowing veil during sunset wedding photoshoot.
Couple shares intimate moment with foreheads touching during sunset wedding portraits.

And then we partied!!


I have to admit this reception was so much fun!! Everyone had a blast and danced the night away. We capped it off with a sparkler exit and a great big kiss!

Bridesmaids in soft sage green dresses celebrate at evening wedding reception.
Wedding reception guests celebrating and dancing under romantic draped ceiling with twinkle lights.
Wedding guests form a sparkler tunnel exit for newlyweds during an outdoor evening celebration.

Vendors


Venue: Lane's Bend Venue Cookeville, TN

Video: Dylan Seiber Films

HMUA: Once Upon a Bride and Ray'ven Johnson

Catering: Texan Roadhouse Turkey Creek

Officiant: Joey Zachary

Bride's Dress: White Lace and Promises (designer: Essence of Australia)

Ice Cream: Creamy Cup

Cake: Mary Ellen Roberts

Décor: Mom of the Bride and her Best Friend

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Couple shares their first dance in a rustic barn venue decorated with white draping and twinkle lights.
Black and white photo of dancing couple in rustic venue with string lights overhead.
Sparkler exit at night with guests lining pathway as couple walks through celebration tunnel.
Elegant three-tier white wedding cake with floral decorations displayed on rustic table.
Memory display with photos nestled in eucalyptus wreath on rustic wooden barrel.
Sunset wedding portrait in lush green field with romantic golden hour lighting.
Wedding reception dance floor moment under draped ceiling with string lights.
Black and white photo of wedding sparkler exit with guests forming illuminated pathway.
Wedding celebration with guests dancing under romantic draped fabric and string lights at an evening reception.
Guests dancing and celebrating at a wedding reception under twinkling lights and fabric ceiling decor.
Couple sharing a romantic dance moment at their wedding reception under fairy lights and draped fabric.
Guests enjoying themselves on the dance floor at an evening wedding reception with decorative lighting.
Wedding party members in coordinated pastel dresses posing together at the reception.
Couple holding hands while standing in a serene grassy field at sunset.
Wedding cake cutting moment under a neon sign with romantic candlelight decoration.
Newlyweds posing together in an open field during golden hour photography session.
Intimate moment between newlyweds on a green lawn with forest backdrop.
Wedding party in coordinated sage gowns posed in front of a white chapel.
A romantic wedding couple embraces under a flowing veil during an outdoor photoshoot.
A charming white wooden chapel with a bell tower stands against a pale sky.
Newlyweds walking hand in hand through a sun-drenched meadow at sunset.
A welcome sign with romantic text and floral decorations sits on a wooden deck.
Vintage-style wedding decorations and mason jars arranged on a rustic wooden table.
Elegant mason jar drink dispensers decorated with greenery on a white tablecloth.
A formal place setting with a gold-rimmed charger plate and lavender sprig napkin decoration.
Groomsmen in matching gray suits pose playfully on a grassy woodland setting.
Wedding party in coordinated gray suits standing in formation outdoors.
A bride in a lace wedding gown with cathedral veil poses with a lavender and white bouquet.
A bride in a white lace gown holds a white and green floral bouquet in an outdoor garden setting.
Wedding party in sage green bridesmaid dresses poses together on a grassy lawn.
Bridesmaids in mint green dresses gather in a circle outdoors during wedding festivities.
Wedding party holds elegant white and cream floral bouquets during indoor celebration.
Bride in lace gown poses under floral arch with trailing veil and white bouquet.
Close-up of bridal portrait with peach roses and elegant hairstyle.
Bride in fitted lace gown poses in chapel setting with white floral bouquet.
Reserved sign decorated with eucalyptus and peach rose on wooden church pew.
Groomsmen in matching grey suits pose for formal photo on grass.
Side profile of bride in white dress looking through window with elegant updo.
A group wearing matching pink robes pose together during wedding preparations in a bedroom.
Close-up shot of a bride getting her wedding dress laced up near a window.
A person in a white robe sits on a carpeted floor during wedding preparations.
A pair of sparkly Kate Spade dress shoes on a dark wooden surface.
Wedding accessories including roses, pearls, a garter and ring box arranged on dark wood.
Bridal shoes and bouquet with white and pink roses displayed on wooden surface.
A couple shares their first dance surrounded by guests holding sparklers at night.
A romantic moment shared between newlyweds near blooming white hydrangea bushes.
Newlyweds pose with their wedding cake under a blue neon sign reading 'The Joneses'.
Newlyweds pose in front of a classic white chapel with wooden doors and steeple.
A romantic outdoor wedding portrait showing a couple embracing in a lush green field with a beautiful floral bouquet.
Wedding party poses in front of a charming white chapel wearing sage green dresses and gray suits.
Intimate wedding moment captured under flowing veil during sunset in garden setting.
Wedding party celebrates with confetti toss outside white chapel entrance.
Newlywed couple walks hand in hand through meadow at sunset with flowing dress and bouquet.
Elegant wedding reception table setting with eucalyptus garland and copper charger plates.
Wedding party in matching gray suits poses in woodland setting.
Classic white country church with steeple photographed on sunny day against blue sky.
Bride in lace wedding gown poses with bouquet on grass in outdoor garden setting.
Close-up bridal portrait with flowing veil and pink and white rose bouquet in garden setting.
Bridesmaids in matching sage green flowy dresses posing with bouquets on a sunny lawn.
Wedding details including roses, greenery, jewelry and ring box arranged on wooden surface.
Wedding party in coordinated sage green dresses posing outdoors with flowers.
Bridal shoes and floral bouquet with white and pink roses arranged on wooden surface.
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