Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Knoxville Wedding & Portrait Photographer
With over 18 years of experience and a portfolio featuring 200+ weddings, I specialize in capturing life's most meaningful moments through cinematic and traditional photography styles. My full-service approach ensures clients receive personalized attention from initial consultation to final print delivery, with expertise in weddings, portraits, and boudoir sessions across East Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains. As a Certified Professional Photographer awarded by Professional Photographers of America, I bring technical excellence and artistic vision to every project, maintaining active memberships in industry organizations to stay at the forefront of photographic innovation.My clients benefit from exclusive permits for photography in protected locations like the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, along with a commitment to preserving memories through printed heirloom products. Through continuous education at national conferences and workshops, I maintain cutting-edge techniques while delivering the personalized service of a seasoned professional.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Photography
Boudoir Photography
Senior Portraits
Commercial Photography
Family Photography
Destination Photography
Mini Sessions
Santa Sessions
Brand Photography
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 18+ years of professional photography experience with 200+ documented weddings
- Our team utilizes both cinematic lighting techniques and traditional natural light approaches
- We provide personalized service from initial consultation to final print delivery
- Our photographer maintains active memberships in professional photography organizations
- We guarantee exclusive access to protected photography locations through official permits
Associations and certifications
- Professional Photographers of America (PPA)
What people say
Perfectly captured moments
Professional and easy to work with
Quick turnaround time
Stunning artistic quality
Perfect balance of posed and candid shots
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting wedding days with cinematic and traditional styles, offering full-service packages including planning consultations, timeline assistance, and digital image delivery. Our expertise ensures comprehensive coverage from pre-ceremony preparations to reception highlights, with options for heirloom album creation and wall art production. With 200+ weddings documented, we combine artistic vision with technical precision to preserve your special day.
Boudoir Photography
Luxury boudoir sessions in a private west Knoxville studio, specializing in confidence-building compositions for personal keepsakes or gifts. Services include styling guidance, wardrobe consultation, and multiple outfit changes within a comfortable, professional environment. Our approach balances elegance with personal expression through controlled lighting and flattering posing techniques.
Senior Portraits
Custom senior portrait sessions combining location shoots with studio elements, featuring wardrobe consultation and professional styling services. Packages include planning assistance, multiple outfit changes, and optional 'bounce back' sessions for capturing additional milestones throughout the graduation year.
Family Photography
Documenting family milestones and everyday moments with natural, emotive compositions in both studio and outdoor settings. Services include maternity portraits, extended family groupings, and milestone celebrations with flexible session durations to accommodate varying family dynamics and location preferences.
Commercial Photography
Professional branding and marketing photography for small businesses, including corporate headshots, product documentation, and lifestyle content creation. Services are available on-location or in-studio with options for recurring sessions to maintain updated visual assets for digital and print marketing materials.
People
Shanell Bledsoe
Lead Photographer
Certified Professional Photographer with 18+ years experience, specializing in weddings and portraits. Member of Professional Photographers of America and Great Smoky Mountain Photographers Association. Former music industry professional turned photography educator.
Questions
What photography styles do you offer?
We offer both cinematic styles with bold lighting and true colors, as well as traditional styles featuring natural light and bright, airy aesthetics.
Do you travel for photography sessions?
Yes, we offer local, destination, and worldwide travel options for all photography services including weddings, portraits, and commercial projects.
What's included in wedding packages?
All packages include planning consultation, timeline assistance, design session, and digital images with print release. Customization options available.
How do mini sessions work?
Mini sessions are 10-20 minute photo shoots in specified locations, ideal for families, individuals, and small groups up to six people with all digital images included.
What payment options are available?
We accept full payment at booking with options for PayPal Credit financing. Smaller packages can be upgraded later with partial payments.
Are printed products available?
Yes, we offer professional printing services including wall art, albums, and personalized storybooks with various framing and display options.
