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October engagement photos at Cheekwood Estate & Gardens — Nashville, Tennessee There’s something about October at Cheekwood that feels almost cinematic. The light goes golden earlier, the gardens shift into their rich autumn palette, and the whole estate takes on this quiet, unhurried magic — which made it the absolute perfect backdrop for Jon and […]

Cheekwood Engagement Session | Jon & Caroline | Nashville Wedding Photographer

June 3, 2026

Engagement Photography

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There are venues that feel like backdrops, and then there are venues that feel like characters in the story. The Estate at Cherokee Dock is the latter — a place so layered with beauty that every turn of the grounds offered something new, something unexpected, something made entirely for photographs. — Rachael Knaak, Harp & […]

Wedding Venues We Love: The Estate at Cherokee Dock

June 1, 2026

Wedding Photography

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There’s something undeniably timeless about weddings at The Hermitage Hotel in Nashville. From the moment you step into the historic lobby, the atmosphere feels elevated, romantic, and deeply intentional. It’s one of those rare Nashville venues that effortlessly blends luxury, history, and warmth in a way that never feels overdone. As a wedding photographer, I’m […]

Why I Love Weddings at The Hermitage Hotel

May 19, 2026

Wedding Photography

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Some places hold more than memories — they hold the beginning of everything. For Ethan and Veronica, that place was Vanderbilt University. Where It All Began Long before the moment his mom called for me to photograph their Vanderbilt proposal, their story started on campus — woven together through shared experiences, late nights, and the […]

A Vanderbilt Football Field Proposal | Veronica & Ethan

April 8, 2026

Proposals

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A timeless guide to romantic, intentional proposal locations There’s something about Nashville that makes it the perfect place to begin forever. With a balance of natural beauty, iconic architecture, and understated elegance, the city offers countless ways to create a proposal that feels both meaningful and unforgettable. As a Nashville proposal photographer, I’ve captured dozens […]

The Best Places to Propose in Nashville

April 6, 2026

Proposals

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When couples start planning their wedding day timeline, one part of the day that often gets overlooked is wedding day bridal portraits. Between hair and makeup, getting dressed, and preparing for the ceremony, it can feel like there isn’t much room left in the schedule. But these portraits are some of the most meaningful photographs […]

Why You Should Make Time for Wedding Day Bridal Portraits

March 13, 2026

Wedding Advice

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Rachael serves joy-filled, modern couples who value timeless elegance and heartfelt connection. With a classic, romantic style and a light-hearted, thoughtful approach to documenting the day, she’s become a trusted presence for couples who want to feel both beautifully seen and genuinely cared for. 

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