Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Mason, TN

Fine Art Wedding Photographers in Mason, TN

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52 Wedding Photographers in Mason, TN

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Oury Memories 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,200
  • Serves Mason, TN

I have been a photographer for 8 years. Throughout my time as a photographer I’ve captured clothing, models, and memories. I shifted from corporate shootings to families and weddings because it gave me this warm fuzzy feeling when I edited my couples and families photos. Don’t be afraid to reach out to me and ask about my photography style, my editing style, or my favorite restaurant! I highly recommend scheduling a free consulting session!

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Grace went above and beyond when working on our elopement. Her rates were very affordable, and she even looked around our venue location to make sure we got photos we missed when looking ourselves.
Carley R., a year ago
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Amative Creative 

4.9

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Mason, TN

Hello there! I'm Andrea, owner of Amative Creative, and every weekend we're so blessed to be able to tell the love stories of so many amazing couples. Like many others in this industry might say, we simply adore weddings. But what makes us a little different is our entire brand is centered around telling love stories specifically curated to reflect your vision and aesthetic. "Amative" means to be prone to love, so as you can see, we want nothing more than to tell your love story! But what makes us truly unique is that we understand every love story looks different. And we personalize every aspect of how we document your wedding day!

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Andrea and team have been nothing short of phenomenal. Not only did Andrea take the time to talk through the entire process from start to finish and answer all of our questions, but she remained in constant contact before, during and after our wedding. She always answered our texts and calls, no matter what time of day or night! She and her team made us feel very comfortable during our engagement and wedding photos, and she respected our comfort level. The photos the Amative Creative team delivered are straight out of a wedding catalogue--her product matched our vision exactly. She provided 2,000 photos within six months and the wait was totally worth it. Not only did Andrea take our engagement and wedding photos, but she connected us with a photographer while we were on our honeymoon in Paris to take additional photos that Andrea then edited and delivered within two days. Working with her has felt like a dream! Andrea and team love their clients like their own family, and we would recommend Amative Creative again and again.
Elizabeth T., 8 months ago
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Coté and Camera 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Mason, TN
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Hi there! I’m Emma CotéEwers, your East Coast & Destination Wedding and Lifestyle Photographer! My work is a seamless blend of traditional heirloom portraiture, lively artistic shots, and a little ​photojournalism if the day calls for it. With a true-to-color, film-inspired approach, I strive to craft visuals that capture love, ​laughter, and those beautifully authentic moments that weave together the story of your ​wedding! I feel like these should include fun ​facts? Patsy Cline’s Walkin’ After Midnight is my favorite song and I am currently on my 8th ​nostalgic binge of Gilmore Girls (which might just be fueling my banter lately).

Emma was an absolute dream to work with! Quick to respond to messages; very helpful with location scouting and wardrobe choices. She promised to have our gallery edited and delivered within 2 weeks of our shoot date and she did not disappoint! My fiancé and I are absolutely in love with our photos - they're everything we had hoped for, and then some! I sent Emma a plethora of inspo photos on Pinterest and now I feel like I have my very own Pinterest board of photos that are all of me and my fiancé - they are perfection! We hope to work with Emma again in the future - cannot recommend her enough!
Katie, 2 months ago
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Kristen Knox Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,000
  • Serves Mason, TN

Kristen Knox is a premier wedding photographer with over a decade of experience. Serving DC, VA, MD, KY, TN + destination. For images that last a lifetime, entrust Kristen with this task. Her style is about real moments. You deserve a wedding day that reflects your love for one another and that’s free of stress & worry. Let Kristen be your support system and seasoned guide. For weddings, she will take special care in creating a customized timeline that fits your unique day. Planning a wedding can be overwhelming but you’ll have fast & clear communication and she's got your back every step of the way.

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Kristen is a quiet force. Her attention to detail is one of her biggest gifts! She will make you feel at ease with her calming aura. I can’t speak enough about her talents! It was a blessing to have her be a part of our special day. I look at our wedding photos EVERY DAY! Thank you, KS!
Stephanie B., 2 years ago
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Enamored Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,800
  • Serves Mason, TN
  • Offer

Thank you for visiting our profile! I'm Mel (Lead Photographer) and my spicy latin queen, wife and BFF, Alegna is the second shooter/editor. It's been 20 years and 5 jewels later since our "I do" moment. We are passionate about capturing the beginning of a lifetime of love. This is more than a business to us. It's a passion! Our motto is: "Love the moment. Live it forever."

Awarded Best of Zola
I was fortunate to find Enamored for my wedding. In the limited time I had, Alegna kept me on target to get everything done. It’s obvious she’s done a lot of weddings. I don’t think anyone else could help me pull off a beautiful wedding in less than a month. The pictures taken by Mel are simply marvelous. He has an easy going demeanor that made us comfortable when taking pictures and he’s always thinking about the next shot which made the photo sessions quick but thorough. The whole family was instrumental in the wedding being stress free and wonderful. I can’t imagine what they could do with more planning time!
Jennifer, 2 months ago
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Birchfields 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,200
  • Serves Mason, TN
  • Offer

Hi! My name is Steve. I do visual storytelling. I’m married with three kids and in my spare time I record music and build things. I've been filming and photographing weddings since 2009. I love travel and getting to know unique couples.

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We used Birchfields for our micro wedding this past October. Steve had done one of my good friends' weddings a few years back and I knew he would not disappoint. He is so talented, has a calming presence and knows how to capture the best shots. We got our photos back so quickly and they are all so dreamy and we cannot stop looking at them and reliving our perfect day. Steve takes the time to get to know the couple and makes sure the couple's wants and needs are addressed. He exceeded all of our expectations and we cannot wait to get our video footage back! Highly recommend hiring Steve as your photographer. His prices are completely reasonable and he will not disappoint, a true artist!
Beth C., 2 years ago
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Kristen Thomison Photo 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Mason, TN

Hey there! My name is Kristen Thomison, I am a lover of coffee, a good book, any kind of adventure, and a HUGE lover of love stories. I am passionate about capturing your story in a way that feels completely like you! Myself along with my team love getting to know you and capturing your day in a way that feels super intentional and like having some friends with you with a camera! Our promise is to keep it lighthearted and playful so that you look back on these images for years to come and remember the conversations, laughs, and maybe tears as if they were yesterday.

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Kristen was a joy to work with from start to finish!! She was so kind and intentional during the entire process, and she and Ryan helped put my normally shy husband into such a comfortable mood during our engagement session, and then again on our wedding day! Kristen easily felt like part of the bridal party with her fun personality. She coordinated the timeline so well without being pushy or impatient. She cried and laughed with the group through the whole day and captured the sweetest moments. Her work on my wedding day was absolutely beautiful, and we will treasure these photos for years to come! You won’t regret hiring her team for your big day!
Madi M., 2 years ago
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Alyssa Marie Photography 

4.8

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Mason, TN

For as long as I can remember I have always loved to create. My passion for photography started when I was a teen. As I honed in on my craft I began to photograph on a more professional level right out of high school, but stepped away for academic pursuits. After completing both a bachelors and master's degree in Anthropology, I came full circle, determining that a career in doing something creative was where my heart lies. Whether it is your wedding, or any other special moment in your life, I cherish the opportunity to document it in a way that highlights the artistic elements, while still capturing an authenticness that is uniquely you.

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We had an amazing experience working with Alyssa Marie Photography for our wedding! Alyssa and her husband were an efficient, friendly, and reliable team who captured all the special moments from our big day. Their communication style made planning easy, and they worked seamlessly in the background on our wedding day to get fantastic shots without ever being intrusive. The quality of Alyssa's work is excellent - the photos are timeless, classic, and thorough in documenting our wedding from start to finish. We absolutely loved having Alyssa there and can't recommend her highly enough! Her photography style results in gorgeous, meaningful images that we will treasure forever. We're so grateful we chose Alyssa Marie Photography to document our special day.
Holly B., a month ago
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Milkweed Moments 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,600
  • Serves Mason, TN

Homeschoolin, Home birthin, and Holistic mama that loves to capture Life and Love in it's truest moments and forms. My business has been a decade in the making from falling in love with photography in high school, to now... My love for Milkweed and my time spent living in Iowa has inspired my business name. I used to live near a conservation center with fields of milkweed. My children and I spent many days enjoying this haven of beauty and were blessed to see thousands of Monarch butterflies migrate to the Milkweed. I realize how fleeting these moments are and would love to capture your story!

So easy to work with and professional! My labor went very quickly so photos were in the immediate postpartum. I love how each detail was captured so intimately to tell the story, so I can look back on those moments. She respected the environment and helped in any way to make sure I felt cared for-above and beyond being a photographer. We also did some newborn/family photos a few days later and she was very patient with my full of energy toddler, all while capturing the sweet details of our newborn. All of the photos are beautiful!! When I asked for a few edits to the gallery it was done and updated for me quickly.
Paige S., 2 months ago
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April Garon Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,700
  • Serves Mason, TN

I’ve been a photographer for over 15 years. My journey started at Mississippi School of the Arts where I first saw the magic of a photo develop in a darkroom! I have a bachelor's degree in Photojournalism from Southern Miss and worked as a professional marketing photographer for 6 years before moving on full-time to wedding photography. That important step has proven fruitful as my passion for capturing real moments has been fulfilled by capturing the magic of loving couples. Now after 2 years of booking my calendar up and meeting with beautiful people from all over the southeast, I can reliably say my expertise is serving a higher purpose.

We loved having April as our wedding photographer. She’s super professional to work with, but we also had a lot of fun taking our engagement and wedding photos with her. We wanted mostly candid photos instead of a lot of posed photographs, and she totally got what we were going for. We are so happy with our photos!
Rachel S., a year ago
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Ra Weddings 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,499
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Hello there! I'm Ra. Congratulation, you just made your wedding day much better and more fun. My name is Karim Ibrahim, but please call me Ra. You will probably pronounce my name wrong, and I’ll laugh at you. I'm a destination luxury wedding, engagement, elopement, and family photographer. My main goal is to shoot weddings all over the world, so just pack me in your luggage I’m skinny and I'll try to fit.

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Ra was so great! He was extremely professional and made the experience fun and enjoyable. He was very easy going and made it very comfortable for me to be me and enjoy my day. He was extremely responsive and helpful in directing us for the perfect picture. He helped us pose and brought out genuine love and laughter throughout our wedding and captured it all for us to reminisce forever. He is a fantastic photographer who was very transparent in making sure we didn’t miss a single picture. I couldn’t have asked for a better person to capture my day. Will definitely be recommending him to all my bride friends.
Ayah, 2 years ago
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Luna + Lion Photo Co 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Destination Wedding Photographers specializing in storytelling images, providing timeless artifacts that authentically tell your story on digital and film. Utilizing documentary, editorial, and traditional techniques to create a classic and cohesive final gallery.

I've had the pleasure of working with Luna Lion Photo Co. and I can't recommend them highly enough. Their communication throughout the process is quick, easy, and always kind, making them a joy to collaborate with. The quality of their work is exceptional, with a keen eye for capturing all the beautiful details and candid moments that make each wedding unique. Couples who book Luna Lion can expect stunning, thoughtful photography that perfectly preserves the joy and magic of their big day.
Meghan, Twisted B., 16 days ago
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LindseyK Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,000
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

LindseyK Photography specializes in capturing romance and emotion. Waiting for the sun to gleam just right through the trees, having finger on trigger awaiting that moment dad wipes a tear from his daughter's eye during their dance, or pulling the bride and groom away for some alone time during sunset to capture that forehead kiss. These are the moments... the moments of subtle, real, beautiful emotion that float through a busy wedding day easily forgotten unless captured. The importance of your bouquet broach, notes shared, jewelry worn, groomsmen toasts, ..even quirky socks, all tell the story of your day.

Awarded Best of Zola
Lindsey is one of the most amazing and sincere photographers I have had the pleasure of working with. I trust her to be professional, friendly and really understand what the clients are going for. I can't rave enough about Lindsey!
Dee, River Run CC , a year ago
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Hailey Hughes Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,500
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Hello beautiful couples! Looking for a photographer? I’m your girl! ✨ I specialize in capturing your day in a way that’s unique to you and your love story. I love getting all the moments, even the little in between ones that may go unseen. Your day goes by SO fast, so it’s great to have someone who’s ready to be there for you and make sure you don’t miss a beat when you look back on your day. PS - I also do video!

Hailey did our engagement photos as well as photographed our wedding. She also captured video on our wedding day. Our photos for both events were absolutely phenomenal. She is a genius at smoothing photos out and I mean genius! We had high winds on both photo days and our photos turned out so amazingly. Our wedding video was beyond anything I could’ve imagined and I cry and smile so much every time I watch it! She is quick in her response to anything you need. She is willing to work with you on any shots you’re wanting and delivers the best customer service to get clients. Hailey is a hidden Gem in NC and we are so thankful that we had her on our vendor team. Highly recommend her and her team for any of your photography and videography needs! I will definitely use her for all of my photography needs in the future!
Tiffany Heuston , a year ago
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Abigail Blake Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $5,500
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

As a photographer, I have grown so much over the course of my career and I still feel like I strive to improve every wedding and portrait that I photograph. Whether it is creating a wedding portrait for your mantle, or capturing a time you want to remember for ever. I promise to provide the best possible experience and create a collection of photographs that will be enjoyed for generations to come!

Awarded Best of Zola
I highly suggest booking Abigail as your wedding photographer!! From the first day of inquiring to the wedding day and beyond, she was so easy to work with. The communication with her was so easy. Anytime I would reach out with questions I had she would always get back to me in a timely manner and with an answer so I didn't have to worry. My wedding gallery was amazing and much more than I expected. Also, the little things she does throughout and after the wedding is just beyond amazing!
Bella and Z., a year ago
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Silvia Gilbert Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,000
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

I am a caffeine addict who never sleeps. I love a good thunderstorm and playing Candy Crush for the brain breaks. I adore all kinds of dogs, but I have a special love for German Shepherds. My all-time favorite thing is to sit by the fire with a glass of good cabernet or watch the ocean waves hit the beach. I love to garden and to build things (but I let my husband to finish all my projects LOL). I enjoy good food and will likely refer to a stand up comedy routine at least once in a conversation. I am also a football mom, lacrosse mom and basketball mom. Wife to a very understanding husband and emotional support person for my big puppies.

I catered a wedding for which Silvia Gilbert was the wedding photographer. She communicated with everyone very clearly on timelines. She was very professional and efficient and made everyone feel at ease. I would gladly work with Silvia again.
Chris Arnez, 6 months ago
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Christin Sofka Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Hi! I'm Christin, a destination wedding photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. Specializing in timeless and artful imagery, my expertise goes beyond just taking photos; it's about crafting a visual story that reflects the joy, love, and unique spirit of your celebration.

I have had the pleasure of working alongside Christin Sofka Photography many times. Her talent, attention to detail, care for the client are just some of the many qualities that make her a preferred photographer to our clients. She is organized, timely, and truly walks along side you each step of the way for your big day. Not to mention, amazingly talented at her art. We highly recommend hiring Christin to capture your big day!
Wild Magnolia Events, 6 months ago
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Meghan Ann Imagery LLC 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

I'm Meghan Ann Imagery! I'm an artist, storyteller, and lover of love. It's fitting I ended up as a wedding photographer, right? I'm based in Connecticut but wishing for the dream inquiries that will send me to Alaska, Colorado, or some place new.

Meghan was such a pleasure to work with and we kept saying over and over again throughout the wedding process, “We are so how grateful we booked her!” Literally you ask any of our family and friends what was the phrase we said the most throughout our wedding process was, “We absolutely love our photographer!” She made us feel relaxed throughout the entire process and truly helped us get not just the photos that we desired but BEYOND that. She is an absolute artist at finding the perfect shot and her positive attitude helps you feel at peace while you’re planning all the details of your wedding day. I can not recommend Meghan and her team enough. Absolute professionals!
Amanda R., 10 months ago
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Audrey Rae Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,000
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

I fell in love with photography at a young age, while rummaging through boxes of family photographs. My favorite pictures were always the ones that felt as though you had been transported in time- a little blurry, but a lot of emotion.

When it comes to wedding photographers, I was extremely picky, as I do photography myself. Once I came across Audrey, I knew that she would be a great option. Thankfully, she fell within our budget and we could not be happier. She is extremely nice and extremely patient. We continued to get compliments on how kind she was from all of our guests throughout the night. If you are looking for a photographer, I could not recommend her enough.
Shawn R., 9 months ago
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Abundant Grace Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $1,400
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Serving the Tampa - St Pete- Clearwater area since 2006. Thomas has a A.S Degree majoring in photography. Has won numerous awards and been published in magazine as well as online. Abundant Grace style has been described as light and true to color. Romantic and fine art.

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Tom is flat out amazing. He travels all over Florida for weddings and couldn’t have been a better choice. His rates are very affordable and he is so helpful with everything. The pictures are amazing and they give you 15/10 service. Fast communicater via emails and answers all your questions! During the wedding he communicated well throughout and we will be getting some amazing photos back. I couldn’t recommend him any more, I’ve just gotta say do it! Amazing people and they really do care for you and what you want, all you just have to do it ask. Thank you guys so so much, we are so happy with y’all and can’t wait to see the photos!
Tiffany T., 2 years ago
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Christina Jackson Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $2,800
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Hello all! I’m Christina the face behind the camera. I am an Atlanta based photographer, but I travel all over. I have been in the photography industry for well over a decade. Weddings can be expensive, but beautiful photos shouldn’t. I’ve always stood by that motto since beginning my photography business. I strive to provide my clients with high quality photos and albums within a reasonable price.

So happy that we hired Christina to do the pictures. Her and her second shooter were awesome at capturing the day! Love the sneak peeks. Her work is outstanding, we can’t wait to see all the final edits. Highly recommend - worth every penny!
Lepard W., 10 months ago
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Jay Dee Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,800
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

A Charleston Wedding Photographer with a fierce love for storytelling, fostering memories and capturing those moments that you will want to treasure forever. I get to tell your story. And, I think that’s pretty cool. I love traveling everywhere and anywhere, talking with my hands, buying plants (and attempting to keep them alive), and spending as much time as I can with my loved ones. I have lived in Boston, Paris, and New York City, and am now lucky enough to call Charleston home, while also still traveling the world for my clients. You can usually find me on my back porch in downtown Charleston, right next to my favorite little park.

Jessica is a joy to have a part of any wedding! Her work is beautiful and she captures the love and emotions of her couples' biggest day. From the beginning of the planning process, until the photos arrive in your inbox, she always puts the couples' needs and wants as her priority. Her organization, professionalism, and calming composure are exactly what couples need out of their photographer!
Madison Carter, 3 years ago
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Megan Pena Photos 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Megan Pena Photos is a wedding Photography and Videography studio operating out of Miami, FL. Owner Megan is an experienced visual storyteller who specializes in crafting captivating celebration imagery and Video full of life and wonder. Professional, passionate, and personable, she is ready to preserve your most treasured moments so that you can relive them for years to come.

I was referred to Megan who was highly recommended by my florist for photo and video on my upcoming wedding in July 2021. She has been so awesome to work with and so understanding since I reached out to her about our destination wedding. I am super excited to work her and her team to capture our special moments & love story. We look forward to working with Megan and team soon. I will be back soon to update and upload photos from our special day and any upcoming photos.
Shymika, 3 years ago
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Erica Burleson Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $4,400
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

We are husband/wife team consisting of Erica and Tyson, who have been married for almost 17 years and capturing hundreds of weddings for almost 13 years. We are both born and raised in the Greater Jackson MS area and serve clients within Mississippi and beyond. Together we've built a beautiful life with 4 kids. Once a nurse, I now devote myself to full-time wedding photography, a decision I've never regretted. I adore that my clients are more than just clients, they truly become treasured friends. My photography style is a blend of authenticity and vibrancy, ignited by chasing sunsets and capturing that magical golden light.

Erica was a joy to work with and made our special day so fun and enjoyable. She helped with the little things and was our biggest cheerleader. Working with her truly made our day perfect and I couldn’t imagine anyone better. Her editing, attention to detail, and skills are unmatched.
Holly Reeves M., 7 months ago
Jennifer Mary Photography LLC 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Starts at $3,500
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Hi there, my name is Jen El-Haddad! I am the lead photographer and owner of "Jennifer Mary Photography". I specialize in lifestyle photography and portraits! I started this business almost a decade ago, as a Photography/Computer Digital Imagery student at Shepherd University (Go Rams!) with a dream to share the artistic joy with others. However, life seemed to have a different plan. I slowly moved into the corporate world and lost touch with my creative side. After lots of soul searching and a 7-year hiatus, I found my love for photography (again.

Jen was amazing! Prior to our wedding we booked our engagement photos with Jen, so we could practice poses. I had a very particular lighting style, and Jen listened to my wishes and used the most amazing light angles and edited the photos in the was I had asked for. Prior to the wedding we had phone calls and meetings to make sure we had a set list of the photos I wanted, so that the day of nothing would be missed and it was stress free. Wedding day Jen captured every moment from getting ready, to the ceremony, family portraits, couples photos and even dances at the reception. Jen is kind, caring, respectful and professional. She was truly a joy to work with and I am in love with my wedding photos! I highly recommend booking your wedding, engagement or any pictures with this lovely photographer!
Heather & Z., 2 years ago
Cassandra Janina Photography 

5.0

  • Fine art style
  • Serves Mason, TN for additional fees

Hello! I'm Cassandra and my journey into the world of weddings was ignited when I embarked on planning my very own special day. This experience kindled a deep passion for weddings, and it's one of the driving forces behind my profession. I'm wholeheartedly committed to ensuring that each of my couples has their precious moments meticulously captured, preserving memories that will endure for years to come. My purpose is to authentically narrate your unique love story, exactly as it unfolds.

My husband and I can't sing our praises enough for Cassandra! From beginning to end working with her was a dream. We instantly clicked with her when we had our consultation and we knew we had to have her apart of our day. When we had our engagement session that assured us that we chose the right photographer for our day. The images we received from our session were just beautiful and really captured our love for one another. Everything leading up to our wedding was wonderful and she was extremely helpful as we ran into some hiccups with other vendors and she was there to help us find someone just as amazing. The day of our wedding was better than we could have dreamed. Our vendor team was amazing, Cassandra took care of everything and some, she keep us on our timeline, made the day so enjoyable but also took charge so I wouldn't be stressed out. She is so talented and not only an amazing photographer, but a life long friend now. Thank you so much for giving us photos to cherish for the rest of our lives and giving us the most wonderful experience. We love you!
Nicole, 3 years ago