Why Golden Hour is Perfect for Photos Golden hour, the time just after sunrise or before sunset, creates magical light for photography. The soft, warm glow adds a dreamy quality to photos. Shadows are gentle, and the golden tones flatter all skin tones. For engagement sessions, this lighting enhances the romance and creates stunning, natural […]

January 24, 2025

Engagement

Golden Hour Engagement Session

Golden Hour Engagement Session

I just love Casey and Kayla! They were super fun to hang out with. During our first stop in Cades Cove I decided to park right in the middle of I guess a Lady bug nest. That is if they even have nests. I am pretty certain that they do because there were about 100 […]

December 1, 2015

Engagement, Film

East TN Wedding photographers| Cades Cove Pigeon Forge TN engagement photographer | Johnson City TN Wedding photographer | Kingsport TN Wedding photographers | Kayla and Casey

I met Alyssa at a bridal show I did back in May and she won the bridal session that I had up for grabs. Their session was at Sycamore Shoals State Park. This location means a lot to them because Patrick proposed here. Patrick is a history teacher and he loves the history behind the location. […]

November 15, 2015

Engagement, Film

East TN Wedding Photographers | Kingsport TN Wedding Photographer | Johnson City TN Wedding Photographers | Asheville NC Wedding Photographer | Alyssa and Patrick

East TN Wedding photographers, Johnson City TN Wedding photography, Knoxville TN wedding photos, www.michelleleaphotographie.com

I am so excited for Kelly and Carlson they are precious and I just love them! I rode with them up to Roan Mountain. My job was to direct Carlson on where to go… well if you know me I talk alot and we went way past our turn oops ;). That just gave me […]

November 11, 2015

Engagement, Film

Kingsport TN Wedding Photographers | East TN Wedding photographer | Johnson City TN Wedding photographers | Roan Mountain TN Engagement Photographer | Kelly and Carlson

I met Amanda and Drew a few months ago at a bridal show. I knew from the moment I saw them that they had a story. I remember looking at Brooke my assistant before they came over to say hello and saying I hope they talk to us because I think I’m really going to […]

November 4, 2015

Film, Weddings

East TN Wedding photographers | Johnson City TN Wedding photographer | Kingsport TN Wedding photographers| Amanda and Drew

I accept no more than 15 weddings, and a limited number of family sessions per year to insure I deliver exceptional images and services. Click contact me below to inquire for more details about packages and services. 

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