Business Details
19 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding & Portrait Photography in Chattanooga, TN
At Sara Kristen Photography, we specialize in capturing timeless, vibrant moments that celebrate love, joy, and human connection. With over 17 years of experience since 2007, our approach prioritizes authentic storytelling through bright, emotionally rich imagery. We believe photography should transcend mere documentation, creating heirlooms that preserve your legacy for future generations. Our commitment to quality is matched by our dedication to community, as we donate a portion of every session to local nonprofits supporting single mothers and relationship education.By limiting our annual wedding bookings, we ensure personalized attention to every couple, offering complimentary engagement sessions to build trust and create meaningful narratives. From intimate portraits to destination weddings across Tennessee and beyond, our work reflects a deep understanding of light, composition, and the fleeting beauty of genuine emotion. We combine technical expertise with artistic vision to deliver images that feel both classic and contemporary, ensuring your story is told with integrity and creativity.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Photography
Engagement Sessions
Destination Weddings
Heirloom Albums
Details
- Year established: 2007
Highlights and features
- We offer 17+ years of professional wedding photography experience since 2007
- Complimentary engagement sessions included with every wedding package
- Community-focused business donating to local nonprofits through every session
- Heirloom-quality albums combining custom craftsmanship with archival preservation
- Available for destination weddings across Tennessee and beyond
What people say
Best photographer around
Fabulous colors
Love our photos
Fearless storytelling
Treasured memories
Services
Wedding Photography
Documenting weddings with artistic precision, our full-day packages capture every meaningful moment from preparation to reception. We focus on authentic emotions and candid interactions while maintaining technical excellence in lighting and composition. Our approach combines documentary-style shooting with guided portraits to create a comprehensive visual narrative that preserves your wedding day legacy.
Portrait Photography
Creating timeless portraits that highlight individual personalities and relationships. Our sessions emphasize natural expressions and flattering light to produce images that feel both authentic and elegant. Available for families, couples, and individuals seeking professional photographs that capture their unique story with artistic integrity.
Engagement Sessions
Complimentary sessions designed to build rapport and create beautiful images celebrating your relationship. These sessions help couples feel comfortable in front of the camera while producing shareable content for wedding invitations and announcements. We focus on capturing genuine connection and joyful moments in scenic locations.
Destination Weddings
Providing photography coverage for weddings beyond our Chattanooga base. We specialize in adapting to diverse locations and cultural traditions while maintaining consistent quality. Our experience includes coordinating logistics for out-of-town events and creating cohesive visual stories that incorporate unique venues and settings.
Heirloom Albums
Crafting custom archival albums that preserve your memories for generations. Each handmade book combines premium materials with meticulous design to showcase your favorite images. These luxury albums feature durable construction and artistic layouts that maintain their beauty over time as physical testaments to your special moments.
People
Sara Kristen
Owner & Lead Photographer
Professional photographer since 2007 with specialization in wedding and portrait photography. Combines technical expertise with artistic vision to create emotionally resonant images. Committed to community service through nonprofit partnerships and charitable donations.
Questions
What photography styles do you specialize in?
We specialize in vibrant, emotionally authentic photography that blends documentary-style capturing with artistic composition. Our work emphasizes natural light, genuine emotions, and timeless aesthetics.
Do you offer destination wedding services?
Yes, we provide photography coverage for weddings across Tennessee and beyond. Our experience includes coordinating logistics for out-of-town events while maintaining consistent quality in diverse locations.
What's included in your wedding packages?
Full-day wedding coverage includes timeline planning, online gallery access, complimentary engagement session, reprint rights, and wooden USB photo archive. Optional heirloom albums available.
How do you contribute to the community?
We donate portions of proceeds to local nonprofits supporting single mothers and relationship education. Our 'Give Back' program partners with The MOMentum Network and First Things First in Chattanooga.
What's your photography experience?
We've specialized in wedding and portrait photography since 2007, capturing over 500 events with a focus on authentic storytelling and technical excellence in diverse settings.
Reviews (4)
Kyle Hawkins
Nov 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Sara was great! She was quick to pull out some toys or do anything to draw the attention of our 3yr old. So we actually got some really good pics of him that we dont often get. We had a lot of fun and got so many amazing pics too. Hard to choose which ones to print and use for Christmas Cards. Thanks Sara. Well do It again.
Sara was great! She was quick to pull out some toys or do anything to draw the attention of our 3yr old. So we actually got some really good pics of him that we dont often get. We had a lot of fun and got so many amazing pics too. Hard to choose which ones to print and use for Christmas Cards. Thanks Sara. Well do It again.
Paige Brewer
Jun 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Sara is PHENOMENAL! We absolutely love our wedding photos! Not only did she reach out to our other vendors with a detailed timeline for our wedding day but she was great to accommodate a few requests we had! I can not wait to use her for family pictures when that time comes!
Sara is PHENOMENAL! We absolutely love our wedding photos! Not only did she reach out to our other vendors with a detailed timeline for our wedding day but she was great to accommodate a few requests we had! I can not wait to use her for family pictures when that time comes!
Taylor Lawson
May 13, 2021
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Sara did such an amazing job as our wedding photographer! Not only did the photos turn out absolutely beautiful, but the quality of service was exceptional. Sara is very personal and takes the time to truly get to know her clients before the big day. I would highly recommend to anyone else looking for a wedding photographer, or just a photographer in general!
Carley Hanson
Jul 18, 2020
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Sara is so fun and sweet. She did a mini shoot for my family in front of our home and the photos were absolutely gorgeous. We looked natural and not posed or cheesy. She was fun and helped keep our toddler laughing for the session so that we got pics of ALL of us smiling. I really hope she offers mini sessions again. I will absolutely utilize her services in the future.
