The Great Smoky Mountains

Smoky Mountain Wedding Photographer

East Tennessee

Smoky Mountain Wedding Photographer in East Tennessee

Juicebeats Photography is a Smoky Mountain wedding photographer based in Knoxville, Tennessee, specializing in film-inspired, editorial wedding photography throughout the Smoky Mountains and East Tennessee. From intimate ceremonies in Cades Cove to elegant celebrations at venues like The Trillium and Blackberry Farm, we focus on creating timeless imagery that reflects both your story and the beauty of the mountains around you.

Bride and Groom embracing at the Trillium Venue with the Great Smoky Mountains in the background

luxury ceremony setup at the Magnolia Venue in the Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee

Smoky Mountain Wedding Photographer | Bride and groom during a Smoky Mountain wedding photographed by Juicebeats Photography

Smoky Mountain Wedding Photography

With years of experience photographing weddings in the Smokies, we understand the unique rhythm of mountain light, weather, and landscape. Our approach is calm, guided, and unobtrusive — allowing you to be fully present while we document every meaningful moment with a refined, artistic eye. Whether you’re planning a destination wedding, a mountaintop elopement, or a full-day celebration in the foothills, our goal is to create photographs that feel natural, elevated, and deeply personal.

Couples planning a Smoky Mountain wedding are invited to explore our recent work below or contact us to begin planning photography coverage for their celebration.

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Wedding Venues We Love in the Smoky Mountains

We’ve photographed weddings and elopements at some of the most beautiful venues throughout the Smoky Mountains — each offering unique scenery, lighting, and character that elevate your wedding photo experience.

The Trillium Venue

A premier Smoky Mountain wedding venue known for its sweeping mountain views, elegant architecture, and thoughtfully designed ceremony and reception spaces. Its natural light and scenic backdrops make it ideal for refined, film-inspired wedding photography.

Magnolia Venue

A beautiful Smoky Mountain venue featuring lush grounds, curated details, and a soft, romantic atmosphere. Magnolia’s natural textures and clean design pair perfectly with editorial wedding photography.

See our full featured blog post with wedding photography from both The Trillium Venue and Magnolia Venue in the Smoky Mountains: Smoky Mountain Wedding Photographer | Trillium & Magnolia Venue

Blackberry Farm

An iconic luxury property in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, Blackberry Farm is known for its intimate settings, rolling hills, and timeless Southern elegance. We’ve photographed both engagements and events here, and the property offers endless opportunities for romantic portraits and elevated wedding storytelling.

Cades Cove (Elopements & Intimate Weddings)

One of the most recognizable locations inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Cades Cove offers open fields, mountain backdrops, and historic structures that create stunning settings for elopements and small wedding ceremonies.

Elkmont

A historic area along the Little River, Elkmont provides wooded trails, riverside ceremony spots, and classic Smoky Mountain scenery — ideal for couples wanting a quiet, natural wedding environment.

Foothills Parkway Overlooks

Known for dramatic mountain vistas and unforgettable sunsets, Foothills Parkway is a favorite for Smoky Mountain wedding portraits and scenic couple sessions.

Greenbrier Ceremony Sites

Located near Gatlinburg, Greenbrier offers river access, forested trails, and secluded ceremony areas that create a peaceful and intimate atmosphere for Smoky Mountain weddings and elopements.

We offer Smoky Mountain Weddings, Elopements, Engagements, and Portrait Sessions.

Planning a mountain celebration? Learn more about working with Smoky Mountain Wedding Photographers at venues like The Trillium and The Magnolia Venue.

Smoky Mountain Wedding & Elopement Locations

The Great Smoky Mountains National Park and surrounding areas offer some of the most breathtaking landscapes for weddings and elopements in the Southeast. Whether you’re planning an intimate elopement or a larger celebration, these Smoky Mountain locations showcase the natural beauty, dynamic light, and unmatched scenery that make mountain weddings unforgettable.

Cades Cove

Cades Cove is one of the most iconic photo locations in the Great Smoky Mountains, known for wide open fields, historic cabins, and panoramic mountain views. Its scenic loop road offers multiple backdrops — from wildflower meadows to forested vistas — ideal for couples looking for classic mountain wedding portraits.

Elkmont

Elkmont features wooded riverside scenery, historic structures, and natural textures that photograph beautifully. With river views, shaded trails, and remnants of old cabins scattered throughout, Elkmont offers a blend of nature and nostalgia perfect for mountain weddings and engagement sessions.

Foothills Parkway

The Foothills Parkway provides sweeping overlooks and dramatic ridgeline views that make for stunning Smoky Mountain portraits. These panoramic spots are excellent for golden hour and sunset photography, capturing the vast mountain landscape that defines East Tennessee’s natural beauty.

Laurel Falls

Laurel Falls combines a gently cascading waterfall with lush mountain surroundings. Ideal for couples seeking a bit of adventure, this spot adds water elements and texture to portraits while still delivering the classic mountain backdrop couples love.

Greenbrier

Greenbrier offers a secluded riverside setting deep within the Smokies. Its wooded terrain, riverbanks, and rustic pathways create a quieter, more intimate environment for weddings, elopements, or couple portraits that feel both natural and immersive.

Begin Your Story

Elegant candlelit wedding reception table at Blackberry Farm in the Smoky Mountains with wine glasses, floral centerpieces, and warm ambient light

Bridal photo at the Trillium venue in the bridal suite

sunset couples portrait at the Trillium Venue at a fall wedding

Ceremony bluehour at the Trillium Venue in the summer

A dirt road flanked by wooden fences running through a rural landscape with grass, trees, and mountains in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

Wedding couple portrait at Magnolia Venue in Smoky Mountains elegant setting

A man playing guitar and smiling at a woman with long blonde hair, smiling back at him, outdoors in a natural setting.

A bride and groom walking together through a wooded area, smiling and holding hands. The bride is wearing a white wedding gown and the groom is in a dark suit with a white shirt and tie.

A couple hiking on a fallen tree trunk in a wooded forest during daytime.

Black and white photo of a couple with a double exposure of trees over their faces, showing a man in a suit and a woman smiling at each other.

A bride and groom sharing a moment in a wooded outdoor setting near a stone chimney, with the bride's long veil flowing in the wind, holding a bouquet of flowers.

A young couple sitting closely inside an open back of a rugged off-road vehicle, touching foreheads with their eyes closed, in an outdoor setting with mountains and trees in the background.

A bride and groom standing in a grassy field, gazing at each other, with trees and mountains in the background, during sunset.

A man and a woman are close together, lying on the ground with their heads touching, seen through a window with rain on it.

A couple falling playful leaves in a wooded forest during autumn, smiling and enjoying each other's company.

Sheep grazing on the Blackberry Farm wedding property in the Smoky Mountains, showcasing the venue’s peaceful countryside setting

A man holding a woman in his arms on an outdoor road with green fields and mountains in the background at sunset.

A couple dressed in white and blue, walking hand in hand through a green field, holding a bouquet of white roses, with a scenic backdrop of trees and hills.

The red barn farmhouse at Blackberry Farm in the Smoky Mountains, a luxury Tennessee wedding venue surrounded by rolling green hills

A happy couple standing on a gravel road outdoors during fall, with mountains and trees in the background, the woman wearing a teal dress and the man in a dark blazer.

A bride standing by a window with her head bowed and hands on the window frame, wearing a lace veil and an elegant, embellished wedding gown.

A young couple standing in a wooded outdoor area during fall, with autumn leaves on the ground, embracing and smiling at the camera.

A couple dressed in formal attire holding hands and touching foreheads on a stone ledge, with a scenic mountain landscape and fall foliage in the background.

A couple holding hands and kissing on a dirt trail in a lush green forest.

A couple sitting on rocks by a stream, kissing, surrounded by greenery and large rocks, with some red leaves on a cliff.

A man and woman dressed elegantly, standing outdoors in a forested area with fallen leaves on the ground, near small stone structures. The woman is wearing a glittery gold dress, and the man is in a dark jacket and jeans. They are looking at each oth

A bride and groom walking hand in hand on a rural dirt road, smiling, with green fields and mountains in the background.

A young couple sitting on a fallen tree in a grassy field, with the man kissing the woman's temple as she closes her eyes.

Bride and groom at The Trillium Venue in the Smoky Mountains wedding celebration

Lambs resting on the rolling hills of Blackberry Farm in East Tennessee with Smoky Mountain scenery in the background

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Wedding portrait by river in Elkmont area of Great Smoky Mountains National Park

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Frequently Asked Questions About Smoky Mountain Wedding Photography

Yes — we photograph both Smoky Mountain elopements and full wedding days throughout the Great Smoky Mountains and East Tennessee. From intimate ceremonies in Cades Cove to scenic overlooks along the Foothills Parkway, we help couples plan photography coverage that fits their vision and location.
Yes. We are familiar with the permit process required for weddings and elopements inside the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and can help guide couples through the steps needed to secure approval for their ceremony and photography coverage.
Spring, summer, and fall are all beautiful in the Smokies, each offering different scenery. Spring brings fresh greenery, summer offers lush mountain landscapes, and fall is known for its dramatic foliage. We help couples choose timing that best fits their location, light, and overall wedding experience.
Yes. We photograph weddings and elopements across the Smoky Mountains, including Cades Cove, Elkmont, Greenbrier, Foothills Parkway, and private venues like The Trillium and Blackberry Farm. Each area offers its own atmosphere and photographic opportunities.
The Smoky Mountains feature changing weather, dynamic light, and rugged natural landscapes. Experience matters. As a Smoky Mountain wedding photographer, we know how to work with these elements to create timeless, natural images while keeping couples relaxed and present on their day.
Smoky Mountain weddings and elopements are in high demand, especially during spring and fall. We recommend reaching out as soon as you have a date and location to ensure availability and allow time for planning and permits.