A Bohemian Inspired Waterfall Wedding | Gatlinburg, Tennessee | The Hatches : Wedding + Elopement Photographers

Emily Hatch July 12, 2017

MR & MRS CHURCHILL

When I first had my meeting with Brianna, she had already filled me in on how determined she was to have us photograph her wedding day. This girl stole my heart from the very start. I couldn't get over her precious little family and her gypsy heart. She was my free spirit bride. Heck if it wouldn't have been 28 degrees during their engagement session, she would have gone barefoot.
(Note : I looked out for her safety haha, no frozen piggies here!)

Brianna, Kelsey (Connor & Co.) and I all sat down at Muddy's in Midtown and began planning away. The more Brianna talked about her wedding, the more I fell in love. With her, the idea of her wedding and her ADORABLE family. Just wait until you see them, SO CUTE.

It was calling for rain all day for her wedding. Yet there wasn't a cloud in the sky on the day of. We got so much sunshine. It was glorious! Most of everything for their wedding was done by friends and family, and the florals were bought wholesale and put together by Kelsey. I even had the pleasure of helping and donated some decor and made Brianna's floral crown for her.

This family quickly became my family, too. They're WHOLE family, yes WHOLE, was so inviting and so caring and made sure that Jacob and I were more than comfortable during our stay. We spent the whole weekend with them!

During their reception, Brianna made a special video for Cody. I won't spoil it, I'll let you see as you scroll down ;) But their daughter also had some news that she was too excited to share. So during Brianna's mom's speech, Aubrey announced that she was getting a little baby sister or brother. It was PRICELESS! And a surprise to their guests!

Unfortunately, after a couple of weeks, Baby C was born sleeping. My heart shattered in two for this family. I am so glad that they have become so dear to me and my family. I know that I am attracting the right clients for me because they all become my family by their wedding day.

Brianna and Cody are some of the most genuine hearted people I have ever met. I am honored to call them friends and humbled to have been able to document their milestone in life.

Here are some of our favorites from their wedding day in Gatlinburg! See their awesome vendors at the bottom! <3

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Brianna's gift to Cody was simply priceless. She gathered up pictures from all over the world that had notes on them from strangers on Facebook saying how far Brianna's love reached for him. He cried. She cried. Their parents cried. It was so moving.

Venue : Serenity Falls Cabins & Rentals

Dress : Coco Medley

Flowers : Kelsey Connor

Floral Crown : Emily Hatch

Coordinator / Planner : Connor & Co.

Photography : The Hatches Wedding + Elopement Photography

Urban Lifestyle Engagement | Kaila & Jay | Nashville Tennessee | The Hatches Wedding and Elopement Photography

Emily Hatch May 2, 2017

Kaila & Jay | Urban Downtown Nashville Engagement |

Jay and Kaila. Where do I even begin? I know you've heard me talk about them before but I don't think I could ever find enough words in a short paragraph to really tell you about these two. Kaila found me on social media and I could tell by her excessive use of exclamation points and capital letters that we were going to be the best of friends. HA. I was right. Numerous trips to Nashville just for hang outs with their sweet siamese cats, Abigail and Miss Daisy. Oh and them too, of course ;)

We planned to come hang out one trip and it turned into a photo sesh downtown. We hit the streets, specifically Printer's Alley, and just started shooting. We wanted more of a documentary\journalistic style, as well as Kaila and Jay, to show their chemistry more prominently in photos versus in words. We wrapped up on the bridge after the sun had set and we were mostly alone. Those are probably my favorites <3

And of course what is Jay without his longboard? We HAD to let them use their longboards during their session because, DUH. Seriously the coolest people ever. You'll see.

To say Kaila and Jay have become good friends of ours would be putting it lightly. Its more like a complicated family thing and we're just better altogether than apart ;) I love these two TO DEATH. And past that. I'm most excited to see you guys tomorrow and FINALLY work together!

(BTW, phenomenal videography team here, folks. Check them out here!)

WE LOVE YOU GUYS.

A Sweet and Spunky Senior Session | Olivia - Jackson, MS | The Hatches | Memphis Tennessee Senior Photographer

Emily Hatch October 6, 2016

O L I V I A C H A N D L E R

HI GUYS. Meet Olivia. One remarkable young lady with all the sass, spunky, carefree and personality you could ever hope for. Olivia and her mother, Cori, drove all the way from Jackson, MS to do her senior portraits with me and I have to say, I was shocked! Flattered more than anything but shock was definitely one of those feelings.

I had no idea that Olivia even knew who I was but she insisted that she had followed me on Instagram and was determined to have me take her senior photos. I think this made the session a little more personal for me. I was humbled, awe struck and full of so much joy that Olivia chose me to photograph her senior pictures. Her and her mother were such a delight and some of the most genuinely hearted people I had met!

Olivia completely K I L L E D her session. Here are just a few highlights of her time with me :)
Thanks so much Olivia and Mrs Cori! <3

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An Affectionate Waterfall Engagement | Nathan & Allie | Petit Jean State Park | Wedding Photographers - The Hatches

Emily Hatch October 5, 2016

NATHAN & ALLIE

I will start this blog off by saying, my legs are STILL SORE. Although that could be argued with the fact that I'm always on a trail of some sort, hiking into some kind of wooded area.

We took separate vehicles and used Snapchat to fire questions back and forth to each other. We probably had the most fun with this. It helped us get Allie and Nathan's interests and hobbies and quirky little stories and helped them open up to us and really let us in on their love life.
Not in a "nosey" kind of way but in a way where we could all trust each other enough to get the emotions and vibes we were trying to pull from them.

"What is something that Nathan is stronger with where you are weaker?"

"What's your favorite thing to do on Sunday mornings?"

"What is something that you two are looking forward to on your wedding day?"

We were completely blown away at the chemistry between these two. The laughs, the talks, the movements, all of it, simply intimate. We didn't pay attention to time or the people around us, we were just living in the moment and connecting with new friends. I, for one, am SO excited for their spring wedding at the beautiful venue, Bonne Terre.

May can't come fast enough and we cannot wait to celebrate you guys ALL DAY as you take your next step into the adventure of marriage <3

Thank you both for allowing Jacob and I to invade your personal space and make some magic with ya ;)

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A Rustic Canoe Engagement | Tyler & Jessica | The Hatches | Memphis Tennessee Wedding Photographer

Emily Hatch September 30, 2016

JESSICA & TYLER

You might recognize this couple from their surprise proposal that I photographed last August in the sunflower field, so incredibly adorable right?

Of course, one of the things I love about Jessica is her love for being unique. Other people may have done a canoe engagement session before but this was a first for me and, let me tell you.... it was a heck of a work out. BUT totally worth it. As you'll see below, it was almost impossible to not get a gorgeous picture of these two.

Jessica and Tyler will be tying the knot next August at The Barn At Snider Farms and we are beyond excited!!! HUGE thanks to Jonah for helping Tyler and I get the canoe down and of course to Haily for assisting me and helping me lay all of these florals just perfectly <3

Here are a few of my faves from their session last month!
CONGRATS JESSICA AND TYLER!

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A Fun and Creative Senior Session | The Hatches | Wedding Photographer

Emily Hatch September 11, 2016

Ashley W. | Senior

When I say we got creative with Ashley's session, I mean I shot her whole senior session at 3 different restaurants in my current hometown. Would you have guessed? Haha

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We started at Casa Mexicana because I just simply adored this weird and fuzzy looking plant. And you guys know.... I'm all about weird stuff. The light was crazy perfect because it was a little overcast but we got some sunshine here and there. Ashley hung out in my office for an hour or so while Cristina A did her hair and make up. You can check out her portfolio here : (Cristina Aguirre)

After Casa, we headed over to Wendy's... yeah we did. There was a small willow tree I had eyed one day when I just had to have a Frosty and some fries, and said "Yep. Using that one day." It's so funny seeing all the looks I get when I just randomly pull in somewhere and get out with my camera. But hey, sometimes you just have to get creative. ;)

Last we stopped at Colton's because Mom had gotten into my mindset and saw a beautiful white stone wall that would look perfect with Ashley's striped navy dress.. so we trucked it over there. This was definitely one of my favorite sessions as I tried all new locations and even a few tricks while shooting. I've started to slow down while shooting and I'm loving the results I'm getting.

Thank you so much to Ashley and her mom for coming to Olive Branch and letting me photograph her as the giddy and remarkable person she is. These are a handful of my favorites, I hope you enjoy them!!

An Urban Love | Brian and Skylar | Tennessee Lifestyle Photographer | The Hatches

Emily Hatch August 31, 2016

BRIAN & SKYLAR | AN URBAN COUPLE

Skylar and Brian were absolutely wonderful to work with. There is nothing we love more than natural chemistry between two people and Brian and Skylar were complete naturals, at that. We laughed, we ran through tall grass with fear of snakes, we sweat our tails off but had the best time doing it. We love when couples will let loose and let us get them comfortable in their own skin during their session. We want to give youmore than "just taking pictures", we want to create an experience with you. We want to make memories with you.

Of course, they rocked the hell out of their superhero shirts. The whole session, really. I can't get enough of these images. Thank you, Brian and Skylar for hanging out with us and making our job easy. We love you guys!!

Here are our favorites!

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A Dreamy Desert Romance in Tucson, Arizona | Kellon and Jenna | The Hatches | Memphis Tennessee Wedding Photographer

Emily Hatch August 20, 2016

KELLON + JENNA

TUCSON, ARIZONA

Where do I even begin with them? I met Jenna online through a photographer community site and we instantly hit it off. We talked about what we loved about the business side and what we wish we could change. We talked about why we started in this business and why we choose to stick to it each and every day. The very first time I ever met Jenna in person, I wanted to put her in my pocket and tote her around with me everywhere. She was one fiery ball of inspiration. One that was so contagious to be around. I am SO glad I found her and that we share an equal love for Arizona.

Kellon and Jenna have been married a little over a year now and are coming up on their 2 year soon. What a marriage these two have. It's people like Kellon and Jenna that make you want to write romance novel after romance novel. Or at least just keep taking pictures of them LOL. They were so inviting to us and were gracious enough to offer to let us stay with them for a few days while we were in Arizona on our adventure trip! Jenna is one BOMB ASS cook, y'all. Seriously.

I had always had a love for the desert. I grew up hearing stories about it from my mom's side of the family. I still find myself flipping through old family pictures from AZ and obsessing over the vast landscapes that it has to offer. After talking with Jenna about our plans to visit Arizona, she then informed me that her and Kellon were actually moving out to Tucson a few weeks before we were coming..... HELLO. Yes this trip was happening way sooner than we planned. And I am so glad it happened. I have had one of the best experiences of my life going to this state. I am quite shocked that my husband even got me to come home!

I have tons of blogs to post from our trip to Arizona but I am wanting to space them out in sections so you guys can experience it the same way I did. In the meantime, here are my favorites from a sweet little romantic sesh we set up while we were in town. <3

WE LOVE YOU GUYS!!!! <3

**** FUN FACT : These were edited with a brand spanking new preset I made and would LOVE feedback on it! I may have some to sell later :) ****

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TJ & Amanda | Lifestyle Maternity | Memphis, TN

Emily Hatch June 8, 2016

TJ & AMANDA | MATERNITY LIFESTYLE - MILK BATH | MEMPHIS, TN

I can't tell you how excited I am to share these!!! A while back before I ever stepped into photography, I had a basic job at Sonic. Tj was one of my first friends I made there and I am so glad to have kept contact with him and Amanda over the years.

A few years ago they moved to Michigan and are now expecting a healthy baby boy! As a mom of boys, I'm sure you could tell of my excitement! TJ told me that they were coming down to visit so of course I had to make sure we got some pictures made of Amanda's belly! And some of them, too ;)

It was so nice to catch up and hang out for the small amount of time that we had, but I definitely want to come to Michigan sometime and visit, too!! Thanks for letting me drag you guys into a creek. Here are some of my favorites!