Luke + Molly | A Cozy In Home Photoshoot - The Hatches Photography | Austin, Texas

Emily Hatch August 12, 2020

A Cozy Intimate In-Home Photoshoot in Austin, Texas | Luke + Molly

Have you met Luke and Molly Schweim? If you haven’t, you are truly missing out. If you have met them, you know exactly what I mean.

Let’s see, where to begin?

I first noticed Luke and Molly (btw it is super weird to NOT say their names together for some reason LOL) in a photography group called LOOKSLIKEFILM. This group is widely known for being filled with incredible photographers from all over the world.

What attracted me the most to them was their sense of style and use of space and lighting in their photos. They are a husband and wife team of boudoir photographers but are also phenomenal in portrait and fine art photography.

After obnoxiously commenting on all of their posts and stalking them on every social media outlet, I messaged them with the fullest extent of excitement that I could offer. I wanted their friendship. They were so inspiring to me and I had to know everything about them.

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We made our way to Austin, Texas back in February before COVID took over the world. We had a full week of plans but there was one thing I HAD to do before I left, and that was to visit the Schweim’s.

At this point, they had just moved to Texas from Minnesota and were in a brand new place both physically and mentally. You could even say emotionally.
We sat and talked over Luke’s kick ass waffles for breakfast about life and its struggles but also about its joys that it had to offer.

What better time to document this new and fearfully exciting time in their lives than in their beautifully aesthetic apartment?!

Molly has such a way with words. When you talk, she listens…. intently. She gives your feelings validation without even trying just by simply being present with you.

Luke? Oh man… Luke loves that woman with every ounce of his being. They are a force to be reckoned with.

Luke and Molly.

I will forever cherish our friendship. I will hold our deep conversations close to my heart until the next time we get to see each other!

Fair warning : It’s about to get S T E A M Y .

If you’d like to book an In-Home/Intimate Session with your partner or spouse, contact us today!

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Best of 2017 | A Year In Review | The Hatches - Tennessee Wedding & Elopement Photographers

Emily Hatch January 10, 2018

@thehatchesphoto - 2017 Best Nine - Instagram

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Where do we even begin?

It's that time of the year where we reflect on our past year and reminisce on our memories. I don't know if many other photographers felt this way, but I had this overwhelming feeling, that I really didn't do much this year. (I know call me crazy, I was always somewhere doing something) I don't know why I was stuck in this mindset but I'm glad I got stuck there because it pushed me to start going through all of my images from 2017 and prove myself wrong.

Well that was a mistake. Not a mistake as in that I couldn't prove myself wrong, (because I surely did) but a mistake as in - "shit, how am I going to narrow this down?"

I didn't get all of my stats together this year like I did last year with how many states we visited and how many weddings we shot and yadda yadda because, if we're being honest, the only people who genuinely are interested in that are other photographers so they can figure out how to "one-up" someone else.

JK. (only half kidding) LOL

This year we focused on feelings, emotion and how to sustain images that make you feel like you were there. We really wanted to put into perspective how intimacy meant more than something sexual, but being completely vulnerable with your partner in a way where empathy and adoration poured from your body language. Judging by the images below, i think we did a pretty good job.

Our main goal was to find ourselves in our work. Meaning : to become what we wanted our images to interpret. Romantic, Fleeting, Intimate and Adventurous. Marriage is a commitment and a journey within itself, just embrace it.

One of our biggest accomplishments in 2017 (besides bringing our 3rd baby boy into the world) was The Real Workshop. My dear friend, Elizabeth Hoard and I had the chance at hosting our own wedding workshop back in August of 2017. We held it at Petit Jean State Park with 9 incredible speakers, 50 new and established photographers and a rugged trek to a waterfall while 8 and 1/2 months pregnant. Didn't really think that last one through. But we made it out alive. Barely.

I'm not going to sell you on why we started this workshop or how we came across the idea but if you are interested, click the link above and read allllll about it.

We danced, laughed, ate, traveled and saw more this year than we ever have. We learned from mistakes and we broke new grounds. We couldn't be more grateful for 2017 than we already are. Especially, with the amazing clients and new friends it brought us.

We have SO much to look forward to in 2018. Here's to this past year and all of its glory.

*cheers*

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A Rainy Intimate Backyard Wedding | Lauren and Jon | Kentucky | The Hatches Wedding and Elopement Photography

Emily Hatch October 18, 2017

LAUREN + JON AUTRY

Where do I even begin with this couple? Lauren and Jon have the type of love they write books about. Jon was attending a small town festival and Lauren was on her way when she was told there was someone she HAD to meet.
When they met, it was as if everything had fallen into place in that exact moment. They instantly became enthralled with each other.

"then we were we" - Lauren Crowder

Lauren is a singer from Nashville and wrote that lyric about their life together. She had it engraved in Jon's ring for their wedding day.

Their love was ethereal from the day they met. And it continued to grow in that aspect as they decided to become one. They spent their wedding day with their closest family and friends on Jon's family farm in Central City, Kentucky. The property was insanely beautiful and held so much sentimental meaning to both Lauren and Jon.

Hurricane Nate was brewing the week of their wedding and graced his presence later into the night but the rain held off long enough for their ceremony. Tents went up just in case the rain snuck in. Their ceremony was meaningful and invested. Their vows to each other created this ambience of romance and intimacy that sent goosebumps down your spine. Lauren entered on a horse drawn carriage just after dark. The ceremony was supposed to take place right at sunset but with the storm clouds and scattered rain, it was pushed back just a bit. Honestly, it felt even more surreal to have it in the dark. So romantic.

The details from this wedding were impeccable! Jon had custom made feather bow ties from over seas made just for his groomsmen and Lauren gave each of her bridesmaids a special broach that reminded her of them. Their plates for reception were all distinctive and vintage yet subtle and intricate. Lauren had stephanotis flowers in her hair and laid out in various places throughout their wedding venue because it was the flower that meant "marital bliss". Talk about putting some thought into the smallest details. *holds back tears*

They spent their reception under the tent, as the rain came pouring in. They even did their first dance as husband and wife in the rain. My heart was overjoyed at the closeness shared between them and their guests. Backyard weddings have a special place in my heart as they are more sentimental to the couple which always makes for those emotional images that make hearts skip beats.

Jacob and I were so honored to have been chosen to photograph this affectionate wedding for Jon and Lauren. This is just a small preview from the day but we hope you enjoy!

Congratulations Mr & Mrs Autry. <3

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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

The Hatches | 2016 : A Year in Review | Memphis Tennessee Wedding and Elopement Photographers

Emily Hatch January 3, 2017

2016 : A YEAR IN REVIEW

THE HATCHES | MEMPHIS TENNESSEE

SO for starters I have to just say.... Wow. That about sums it up. 2016 was the year I discovered who I was and who I wanted to be. 2016 took me to new places I had never seen before. 2016 gave me friendships, I've never dreamed of before. I have grown in my work and my style and have had clients become lifelong friends.

YOU guys have made this year one HELL of a year. We traveled more than we ever have but not as much as we are going to. We have so so so much to share for whats in store for 2017 but for now we want to remember 2016 and some of the best times of our lives.

We've traveled to 9 States, shot 31 Weddings, and 106 Sessions. We also flew on a plane for the first time.

2016 : You were kick-ass.....

2017 : Take notes. Its only up from here.

THANK YOU FROM THE BOTTOM OF OUR HEARTS. WE LOVE YOU.

*I didn't get a chance to post every single session. Please do not feel discouraged, I have so much more to share from 2016. This is just the beginning! <3*

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A Moody Midtown Senior Session | The Hatches | Memphis Tennessee Wedding + Elopement Photographers

Emily Hatch December 5, 2016

A MOODY MIDTOWN SENIOR SESH

Alayia had reached out to me months ago and expressed how much she loved our style and how we use our colors in images. We talked and planned her outfits and locations and the day finally came that we would get to meet in person.

We met at Hi-Definition Salon in Southaven with the one and only Abrianna (AB). I have been so so so extremely thankful to have met AB through my dear friend Cassie. AB has the most creative incentive about her work that I admire indefinitely. I send EVERYONE to her. I love her to death.

Alayia and I talked about our favorite bands and hobbies and everything our little emo hearts could fathom. BTW, She's a HUGE Bring Me The Horizon fan and thats just up my alley so you can imagine how this afternoon went :) We played around in Midtown around the Arts District and HAD to have some coffee from one of my favorite coffee shops there, City & State.

We had an absolute blast. And I know I say that a lot but I guess its safe to say, you're gonna have a blast with me haha. Here are my favorites from her session with me! I hope you enjoy!!

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MUAH : ABRIANNA ALBONETTI : HI DEFINITION SALON, GETWELL RD, SOUTHAVEN MS

An Intimate Mountainside Engagement At Sunset | Heber Springs Arkansas | The Hatches : Memphis Wedding + Elopement Photographer

Emily Hatch November 14, 2016

AN INTIMATE MOUNTAINSIDE ENGAGEMENT

HAYLEY + ZACH | HEBER SPRINGS, AR

Mountains and waterfalls and sunsets, OH MY! But even more "oh my!" because its one gorgeous couple like Hayley & Zach. Who will also be tying the knot THIS saturday! Hayley and Zach are one couple who made it very evident in the very beginning on how important their wedding pictures were to them and added on a Day After Session for when they get back from their honeymoon for even more pictures of them in their wedding attire. DREAM BOAT CENTRAL RIGHT HERE, FOLKS.

There are so many things that you spend money on when planning your wedding but one thing that sticks around after you've broke out your cake on your one year anniversary and finally sent out that last Thank You card, are the images and video from your day. Photographs are the only tangible thing left after your day BLOWS past you.

Don't put it on the back burner, if you want your photos to last you for years and years, make it on the top priorities of your list right next to Venue and Date.

Back to Hayley and Zach ;) Meet the most intimate and lovey and adventurous couple. We met for lunch at this cute little mexican restaurant, that didn't have margaritas (bummer), but had some hella good cheesy chicken over rice. We then just drove. We found the creek and man made waterfall close by but everything else was us just driving and pulling over. These are my favorite types of sessions because I get SO MUCH in such a short amount of time.

I had to narrow it down, tremendously but here are some of my favorites!
Congrats Mr & Mrs Horne! Can't wait to see you guys on Saturday!

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AND OUT OF NOWHERE HERE COMES THIS FREAKING PINK SKY!!!!!

A Playful Sunrise Anniversary Session | Shira + Wesley | The Hatches - Memphis Wedding Photographers

Emily Hatch November 13, 2016

A PLAYFUL SUNRISE ANNIVERSARY SESSION

SHIRA + WESLEY | MEMPHIS TENNESSEE

WOW. That's what I'm going to start with. Shira and Wesley were every photographer's DREAM to capture. From the moment they stepped out of their car to the very last frame, they lit up the world around them. When Shira smiled, Wesley smiled. When Wesley laughed, Shira laughed. I had never met a couple more in sync like these two.

They both, despite the freezing cold, had me laughing until my sides hurt. They were so... energetic and full of love and emotion for each other, I had VERY little direction to give them. I literally sat and soaked up every second of their relationship. And I have ZERO complaints.

Shira is also a photographer, Shira Marie Photography, so photographing them came as easy as their love for each other. Wesley admires Shira. You could see it in his face. And Shira adores Wesley, you can see it in her smile. I LOVE these two, I hope I get to photograph them again!

Here are some of my absolute faves, I hope you guys enjoy! <3

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A Southern Wedding In The Sunflowers | Laurel Rose Manor | Como, Mississippi | The Hatches - Wedding Photographers

Emily Hatch October 31, 2016

A Southern, Summer Wedding In A Sunflower Field at Laurel Rose Manor

Matt & Sarah Wigington

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Sarah is the younger sister of my beloved best friend, Meagen and she is the polar opposite. I love it haha. Sarah is reserved and just goes with the flow. Which is exactly how her BEAUTIFUL wedding day went at Laurel Rose Manor; the home of her parents, Dr Mike and Mrs Lisa Cockrell.

When I tell you guys how I love this house, I don't quite think you just really understand why I love this house. I first saw this beautiful landscape in 2014 when Meagen got married here and I was blown away by the variety that this stunning piece of architecture offered. SO naturally, later when Sarah was to be wed here, I already knew the property enough to visually plan ahead on how we were going to shoot.

If you make it all the way to the bottom (because there are a LOT of images shared here LOL), the beautiful decor and placements were constructed by my AWESOME friend, and former bride of mine from April, Kelsey Connor with her company Connor & Co.
You need to check her out if you are planning ANY event... She is a GODSEND!! #blessyoukelsey

These are some of my favorites from their whole day. Sarah made for one stunning bride and Matt was dapper in his timeless suit. Take the time to let these two know how loved they are!!

CONGRATS MR & MRS WIGINGTON!

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VENUE : LAUREL ROSE MANOR

DRESS : BAREFOOT BRIDE

BOUQUETS : HOMESTEAD FARMS

PLANNING/COORDINATOR : CONNOR & CO

DJ : KYSO ENTERTAINMENT

DECOR : KELSEY CONNOR & EMILY HATCH

CAKE : EMILY COCKRELL

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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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 Golden Family | Shelby Farms | Memphis Tennessee Wedding Photographer

Emily Hatch August 25, 2016

THE GOLDEN FAMILY

Every year since Bray was just a sweet little babe, Chris, Alika, Bray and I venture off to have a fun family session. This time we picked Shelby Farms so that Bray could totally let loose and have some fun exploring. I was so eager to see how much Bray had grown since we last saw each other and boy did he have some stories to tell!

One of my favorite things about my job choice (because I don't have to do this but I choose to, I want to!) is watching each family grow. Each year they have new stories to tell, new tricks to share and new adventures to explore and I get to hear it all. I love it. Having fun with my clients is my top priority, along with documenting your precious moments, of course. As I was showing Alika and Chris some from the back of my camera, Alika would say things like "Yep. That one is going up in the living room." and my heart just flutters every time I hear that. The fact that I can give these families beautiful portraits of their everyday life for them to remember and pass on for years to come, is truly the sole reasoning I do what I do.

Memories are priceless. Prints, canvas, photo books, all of it..... Print your memories. Whether it is an iPhone snap or one from a camera you've had for a few years now... PRINT them! Your kids will thank you, your family will thank you, your great grandkids will thank you. A picture is worth a thousand words and sometimes a picture is all we have.

Here are my 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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An Intimate Mountainside Wedding in Gatlinburg, Tennessee | Ethan and Shana | Memphis Tennessee Wedding Photographers | The Hatches

Emily Hatch August 14, 2016

Ethan and Shana Stanford | Gatlinburg Tennessee

An Intimate Mountainside Wedding

It's always fun to hear from friends in your past about documenting their futures. For some reason it makes it that much more to take in. Emotionally. For me, at least.

I grew up playing ball with Shana, Sabrina and Cameron as well as having their mom as my 5th grade teacher. We are from a small town haha. Needless to say, when Shana contacted me to photographer her wedding, I was jumping for joy! I photographed her sister, Sabrina's wedding back in 2014 so naturally I was excited to be back with their family!

After talking about the venue and how much their small wedding meant to them, I was that much more excited for them and to have the opportunity to help them relive this day over and over again. Shana was not your typical bride as she was requesting photos for more of an adventurous person, which is right up my alley! When Shana mentioned the river, I was ready to jump right in. Some of my favorite bride and groom portraits are in this river.

It was so nice to meet Ethan and his side of the family as they were all very welcoming and accommodating. I had such a great time visiting with everyone and capturing Shana and Ethan's wedding day, I truly appreciate you guys asking me and I feel honored to have been a part of your day!

Here are the highlights of their day!

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Venue : Scatterridge Wedding Chapel

Location : Gatlinburg, Tennessee

Contact : scatterridgepm@gmail.com

Senior Portrait Photographer | Jessi New - An Artistic Bohemian Senior Session | Memphis Tennessee Senior Photographer

Emily Hatch August 11, 2016

An Artistic Bohemian Senior | Jessi New Class of 2017

Memphis Tennessee Senior Portrait Photographer

Jessi came to me with a brilliant idea and I jumped at the chance to do something a little different than a normal senior session.

Jessi was full of laughter, and as you can see had one very contagious smile. She would have me laughing more than taking the photos themselves! It didn't take much get Jessi to open up and she completely K-I-L-L-E-D her session. BAM. Every shot had so much personality.

By sunset, the sun was fading fast so we made the most of it by running through a cornfield covered in paint. I even have a little reminder on the front of my camera (it's blue to be exact) from how much fun we had! I really can't pick one single image that I love more than the next, I apologize for the lengthy post of images, lol.

Here are my favorites, Congrats to Jessi on her senior year!

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A Garden Sunrise Anniversary Session | Meagen + Mike | Memphis Tennessee Wedding Photographer

Emily Hatch July 28, 2016

Meagen + Mike | A Garden Sunrise Anniversary

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I honestly don't even know where to begin on this post. It's probably why it has taken me so long to write it.

Rewind back to 2013 when Meagen Montgomery sent me a message filled with questions she had found from an article on Pinterest. I answered each one as best as I could and even though I had no idea at the time, we would become best friends. Not to mention the second time I ever met her, was for her boudoir session as her wedding gift to Mike so we got pretty comfortable with each other fairly quickly LOL. We spent a lot of time talking and it later became about things other than wedding related activities. We were on the road to sisterhood (Mrs. Lisa, Meagen's mom, calls us something different haha) that would later develop into one of the most genuine friendships, I've ever encountered. Meagen and I have way more in common than most people think and it's quite hilarious to watch us act similarly without even knowing it. Just ask our husbands LOL. Meagen has taught me what true friendship is and how you can't get a good friend until you become a good friend, yourself. Who knew, right? ;)

Meagen and Mike own a small business, Alexander's Mobile Pet Grooming Service and are actually the very reason we have both of our dogs! Meagen, on the side of working at her parent's medical office in our hometown The Cockrell Family Medical Center, helps immensely with the process of rescuing and fostering dogs in the Mid South area. She has three pit bull dogs of her own and two of those beautiful beings gave me my sweet, brindled Pitbull/Mastiff BABY. Because that's what he is, one big baby. Meagen has one of the BIGGEST hearts I've ever seen when it comes to these precious animals and I am forever grateful to say that I am friends with her gentle soul.

Fast forward to now, 2016. They've been married for 2 years now and are expecting a baby girl in December. You'd never know in the images because Meagen just has a rockin bod. ;) These two people, Meagen and Mike Alexander, have been one of the greatest blessings to my husband and I. I don't know how we grew up in the same town, lived DOWN THE STREET from each other and didn't even meet until we were in our 20's. Heck, our parents went to school with each other! So much for the small town life, huh? HAHA. I love her parents dearly and I am so thankful to be considered part of their family, The Cockrell Family, and continue to watch them grow.

WE LOVE YOU! Of course we had to end the session with a tasty treat because what pregnant lady doesn't want cupcakes? Happy Be-Lated Anniversary! <3

Rusty + Maury | A Modern-Folk Sunset Romance | Memphis Tennessee Wedding Photographer

Emily Hatch July 12, 2016

A MODERN-FOLK SUNSET ROMANCE

Guys, meet Rusty and Maury. Two of the most romantic souls. Two of the most humble souls. I first met Maury through a mutual friend and I photographed her oldest daughter, Chevelle, 3 years ago when I held lemonade minis. I instantly became fond of this precious little family and later developed a friendship with Maury that is still alive today. We're actually going to Jerry's Sno Cones tomorrow :P

Maury and Rusty were so enthralled with each other that their emotion seeped through these images. They have that shy, intriguing romance that pulls you in and boy was it hard to stop taking photos of them together. I always enjoy getting to catch up with The Fletcher's because they genuinely are some of the most down to earth people. We always have lots of laughs and love getting our kiddos together.

It's always a pleasure working with Maury and Rusty <3 Here are some of my faves!!

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"I am so grateful for that random summer day in July 2008 when I saw Rusty for the first time. I didn't think for a second he would be my future husband! It took us three months for us to have our first date, on Halloween night! Ever since then, we have been quite literally inseparable. It's the absolute best thing being married to your best friend (cheesy but true :)) Rusty and I mainly just want to be the best examples for our kids. We want to love each other the way God has called us to. It isn't always easy, but we choose each other everyday."

_ MAURY <3

Embracing the Adventure of Marriage | Emily + Jacob Photography | Memphis, TN Wedding Photographer

Emily Hatch June 21, 2016

EMBRACING THE ADVENTURE OF MARRIAGE

By : Jacob & Emily Hatch

“I’m not interested in light little flings, skin-deep attractions, or long loveless marriages. With you, I only want raw, full-blooded connection, to share a bond full of passion and breathtaking adventure. After all, love is not a pastime, but a privilege.” - Beau Taplin

The journey into marriage is exactly as Jacob and I want to document it; an adventure. What better person to take on this remarkable and moving quest with, than your best friend.

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One of our favorite things to do when we have free time, is to explore. It doesn't matter where we go initially, we just want to see and see it together. It seems funny now, but it never fails that we wind up having a day to ourselves at just the right moments in life. We've both had an exhausting and trying last few weeks with life in general that we had began to close up and become frustrated with ourselves enough that it affected the other.

Marriage is hard, but marriage is worth it.

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Every single time we venture out together just to walk in silence side by side we find a new piece of ourselves falling in love all over again. The bond that we have when we dedicate our full attention on each other, is unlike any bond I've ever experienced. We've managed to discuss our future and things we were hesitant about. It's made for intriguing conversation and some hilarious stories to share with our kids and grandkids one day. We discovered new weaknesses and strengths. We found ourselves again. That one on one time with each other is so vital to your relationship. Yes we, as women, tend to need a little more attention than normal but men need it just as much, if not more.

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We can get so caught up in today's advantages such as social media, tv and internet that we tend to neglect those who matter more to us than how many likes we can get on a picture we posted. It's so easy to get distracted because it's all right there at your finger tips, but so are the hands of your partner.

Too often we take for granted the time we spend with our better half. We want to change that. We want to help you guys practice putting down the distractions in your life and get that connection between you two, back to its roots. What better way to connect than in the middle of nature?

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Our focus behind : Embracing the Adventure of Marriage is a self explanatory title. We want to encourage you and your partner in your adventure together along your journey from relationship to marriage. We want to reveal your story from within you and bring it to life in photographs that you could hang on your wall for your friends and family to enjoy every time they come by for a visit. And think about the stories YOU will tell from those images! We know how important it is to have that one on one time with your significant other because no one understands you better than them. We want to give you that one on one time.

We are offering a special session for our couples (married or not) in order to have that necessary bonding time with the love of your life. We call them; Adventure Sessions. You guys and Jacob and I will load up into our cars and head out to explore while documenting the chemistry between you as a couple and as individuals. We have a list of locations all around the mid-south that have walking trails, impeccable parks and breathtaking landscapes.

If you are interested in doing an adventure session with your partner click the button below!

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