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Maternity + Newborn + Birth • Branding • Elopements + Micro Weddings

STORY-DRIVEN PHOTOGRAPHER SERVING EAST TENNESSEE, THE CUMBERLAND PLATEAU, NORTH GEORGIA & BEYOND

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STORY-DRIVEN PHOTOGRAPHER SERVING EAST TENNESSEE, THE CUMBERLAND PLATEAU, NORTH GEORGIA & BEYOND

Maternity + Newborn + Birth • Branding • Elopements + Micro Weddings

Unveiling Beauty in
E V E R Y
story

I’m not just here to take photos—I’m here to capture the heartbeat of your story. The laughs so real they bring tears to your eyes, the quiet glances no one else notices, the silly, unplanned moments in between. Whether it’s just you or the whole family, I’ll make sure you feel completely at ease—so your photos aren’t just stunning, they feel undeniably you.

Portraits, Elopements, Births, and Everything In Between

Whether we’re documenting your growing family, welcoming a newborn, celebrating a wedding day, or elevating your brand, your story deserves to be photographed with intention and artistry. I create a relaxed, comfortable environment so the honest, meaningful moments can unfold naturally.

I serve families and businesses across Chattanooga, East Tennessee, the Cumberland Plateau (including Cookeville, Crossville, and Pikeville), North Georgia, Western North Carolina, and North Alabama, capturing the milestones and seasons that matter most.


When you’re ready, I’d be honored to tell your story.

“The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even when the people in it do.”

— Andy Warhol

TESTIMONIALS

Emily Mester, TN

Claire was so great! She was on time, communicated well, was reliable and went above and beyond. We thoroughly enjoyed working with her. The maternity photos came out great. Highly recommend.

in-home maternity photo in Chattanooga, Tennessee, husband and wife on couch smiling at eachother, his hands on her baby bump

Adrienne Koon,

Chattanooga Room in the Inn

Man, oh man, what a great photographer! I am Director of Development for a small, local nonprofit and Claire donated her time and talent to our annual fundraising event where she completely surpassed all expectation with her work! The photos are well done, the lighting is perfect, and she has a keen eye for capturing some super special moments! She does great work AND wants to give back to the community. 10 out of 10 would work with again!!

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Megan Boyles, TN

Claire took beautiful pictures of our family. Thank you so much, we love them!!!

Newborn in East Tennessee nursery with sunset, featured in client testimonial slideshow

VOTED #1 PHOTOGRAPHER BY MY cats

Appalachian Lens is a maternity and elopement photographer based in East Tennessee and has been featured in

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The Photograp.HER Magazine

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The Photograp.HER Magazine

Published photograper in Bold & Beautiful Magazine 2025 LOGO

Bold & Beautiful Magazine 2025

Published Artist for Shutter Up Magazine 2025 LOGO

Shutter Up Magazine 2025

Published Photographer for ENVYD Magazine LOGO

ENVYD Magazine 2024

Cover Photographer for ENVYD Magazine LOGO

Envyd Magazine
Cover 2024

Published photograper in Bold & Beautiful Magazine 2023 LOGO

Bold & Beautiful Magazine 2023

Smoky mountain wedding photo

now booking elopements & weddings through 2027

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