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Are you wondering if family photography is still relevant in this age of cell phone cameras? Is it worth hiring a professional family photographer anymore? Obviously, I’m a little biased when it comes to the subject. Nevertheless, I want to take some time to explain why the investment of family photography still holds value. 1) […]

Family Photography Sessions

Family Photography

Family photography featuring entire family playing with blanket in park.

Looking for a brand photographer for your company? My name is Kelley Hoagland and I’m a brand photographer based in Chattanooga, TN. It’s no secret that we live in a highly visual world. Truly, the demand for new content is ever present. Did you know that Etsy found through its customer research that good product […]

Commercial and Brand Photography, Family Photography Sessions

Brand Photographer

Chattanooga brand photographer Kelley Hoagland holds camera

The moment I stepped out of my car at this Georgia vineyard, I felt like I had been transported to the Californian or Italian countryside. CloudTree Vineyard‘s 40 acre property sits on top of lush rolling hills. One not only enjoys beautiful views of their 10 acres of grapes, but a priceless view of Pigeon […]

Commercial and Brand Photography, Family Photography Sessions

Georgia Vineyard: CloudTree Vineyard

Landscape portrait of Georgia Vineyard CloudTree Vineyard in Lafayette, GA

You know that feeling when everything just comes together beautifully? That was the feeling of this styled photoshoot! While the collaboration of several woman-run businesses made the event extra beautiful, the main credit should be given to Vanessa at Moser Manor Farm. This event was the product of her vision. She provided the beautiful setting […]

Commercial and Brand Photography, Family Photography Sessions

Moser Manor Farm – Spring Tea Party

Moser Manor Farm Tea Party

When your creative outlet becomes your career, one can easily push parts of one’s creative voice to the backseat while dreaming up art for other people. I certainly wouldn’t trade my business, but several creative mentors reminded me lately that it’s good to take the time to make low-pressure art for yourself. So that’s something […]

Family Photography Sessions

Valentine’s Day Photoshoot

Valentine's Day photoshoot ideas, flower wall inspo

In today’s blog, I’m going to dive into some of my favorite free Chattanooga photo spots. Chattanooga is known as the Scenic City for a reason! There are so many beautiful outdoor spaces and parks throughout the Chattanooga area. So it makes sense that local Chattanoogans and visitors love to get family portraits outside when […]

Family Photography Sessions

Free Chattanooga Photo Spots

Warehouse Row Cherry BLossoms, Downtown Chattanooga, TN

In yesterday’s post, I discussed the benefits and considerations for scheduling an in-home lifestyle photography session. Today, I thought I would fully balance out the discussion by contrasting with the benefits of Chattanooga photography studio sessions. When it’s cold and dreary like in the dead of the winter months or stuffy and blazing hot like […]

Family Photography Sessions, Planning Your Chattanooga Photography Session

Chattanooga Photography Studio Sessions

Mother and son during Chattanooga studio photography session with hand painted backdrop.

Finding pretty Chattanooga Photo Spots in the winter can be more challenging than in the summer, but it is certainly not impossible. If you are planning a maternity session and your 3rd trimester is in the dead of winter or you want to document another exciting milestone like a December graduation, don’t shy way from […]

Family Photography Sessions, Planning Your Chattanooga Photography Session

Chattanooga Photo Spots – Winter

Chattanooga Photo Spot - West Village

I know a lot of Chattanooga family photographers primarily schedule family sessions outdoors. The Scenic City has many beautiful, natural back drops. I can totally understand why outdoor sessions are a go-to option. However, in-home sessions are a great option too. Indoor or in-home sessions are a popular for newborn photography, but they can also […]

Family Photography Sessions

Chattanooga Family Photographers – In- Home Sessions

Sisters in crib during lifestyle photograpahy sesion

Planning Your Senior Photography Session Are you in the process of planning a senior portraits and looking for a Chattanooga Senior Photographer? Let me share some details about the process of working with me! What’s included in my Chattanooga senior photography session? For full pricing, please contact me to set up a consult call. I’ll […]

Family Photography Sessions

Chattanooga Senior Photographer

Senior Girl Posing Downtown in West Village in Chattanooga TN Umbrella Alley