Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Wedding & Portrait Photographer in East Tennessee
Since 2003, Jamie Weiss Photography has been capturing life's most meaningful moments with a documentary-style approach rooted in East Tennessee. Our team combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of human emotion to create timeless imagery that reflects each client's unique story. With hundreds of weddings and events documented nationwide, we specialize in wedding photography, lifestyle portraiture, and event coverage while maintaining a commitment to personalized service. Our founder Jamie Weiss, a graduate of the School of Visual Arts, brings over two decades of experience to every project alongside associates Samantha Angel and Karissa Monday.We prioritize building genuine connections with clients to ensure authentic results, offering flexible scheduling and location options to accommodate individual needs. Beyond photography, we contribute to community causes through partnerships with organizations like the Muscular Dystrophy Association and the Blount County Pregnancy Resource Center. Our studio in Alcoa, TN serves as a hub for creative collaboration while we maintain the ability to work with clients across the country.
Services
Wedding Photography
Engagement Sessions
Lifestyle Portraits
Event Coverage
Photo Booth Rental
Destination Photography
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- 20+ years of professional photography experience since 2003
- Documented over 300 weddings and events nationwide
- Personalized approach with flexible scheduling options
- Team includes certified associates with specialized training
- Community involvement through partnerships with 5+ organizations
What people say
Talented and professional
Perfect choice
Beautifully captured
Fantastic to work with
Incredible quality
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with a documentary-style approach that captures authentic moments and emotions. Our team provides full-day coverage, multiple photographers for larger events, and customized timelines to ensure every important moment is preserved. Clients receive high-resolution digital files with print rights and access to an online gallery for easy sharing.
Engagement Sessions
Creating romantic, story-driven engagement portraits in locations meaningful to couples. Sessions include professional guidance for posing, wardrobe coordination advice, and location scouting assistance. Clients receive edited digital images with print rights and social media-friendly versions for sharing their special moments.
Lifestyle Portraits
Capturing authentic family moments and individual portraits with natural lighting techniques. Services include in-home sessions, outdoor location shoots, and customized props to reflect personal style. We specialize in creating heirloom-quality images that showcase genuine connections and everyday beauty through artistic composition.
Destination Photography
Providing photography services for events and portraits at locations outside our local service area. Our team handles travel logistics while maintaining the same quality standards, with packages including transportation coordination, local knowledge for optimal shooting locations, and remote consultation services for out-of-town clients.
Photo Booth Rental
Offering interactive photo booth experiences for weddings and events with customizable backdrops and props. The service includes on-site attendant support, instant printouts for guests, and digital copies of all photos. Our modern booths feature touchscreen interfaces and social media integration for immediate sharing capabilities.
People
Jamie Weiss
Owner & Lead Photographer
Founder with 20+ years of experience specializing in documentary-style photography. Graduated from the School of Visual Arts with a focus on photojournalism. Lives in Maryville, TN with her family and enjoys outdoor activities and community volunteering.
Samantha Angel
Associate Photographer
Joined the team in 2011 after earning associate degrees in Photography and Communication Graphics. Specializes in creative composition and client relations. Lives in Knoxville, TN with her husband and two children, enjoying family time and Mexican cuisine.
Karissa Monday
Photography Assistant
Joined in 2016 with an associate degree in Photography. Known for attention to detail and organizational skills. Resides in Maryville, TN with her husband and enjoys outdoor activities and comic book culture.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in documentary-style and lifestyle photography that captures authentic moments with artistic composition.
Do you travel for events outside East Tennessee?
Yes, we provide destination photography services nationwide with experience handling travel logistics for client convenience.
How many photographers attend a typical wedding?
Most weddings receive coverage from two photographers to ensure comprehensive documentation from multiple angles.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Packages include full-day coverage, high-resolution digital files, online gallery access, and print rights for all images.
How far in advance should we book your services?
We recommend booking 12-18 months in advance for weddings, with portrait sessions typically requiring 2-3 months' notice.
Do you offer engagement session packages?
Yes, engagement packages include location scouting, wardrobe guidance, and both digital and print-ready image formats.
Reviews (3)
David Topor
Feb 27, 2020
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I had a great experience with Jamie Weiss Photography and Gigglebox Photo Booth. I sponsored them at an annual fundraiser to add to the fun experience for all the Guests. The photo booth was a great hit and preserved so many happy memories! The staff was friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend them to any event planner. Thank you for all you do!!
Aaron Killian
Oct 16, 2019
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I love Jamie Weiss. Her work is phenomenal. She has a fantastic eye, and her work shows it. She's great with kids, too. I would highly recommend this photographer.
Reba Potter
Dec 19, 2018
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Jamie did such a great job on our family’s pictures with Santa! She is fantastic with young kids. We will definitely be using her services again in the future.
