Tender-Heartedly Capturing your Story

with joy and authenticity

my mission

I seek to visually translate your story in the form of images that capture what can only be felt — serving the untraditional — ones that are free to express their true selves, unapologetically.

Connectedness for the untraditional

Lindsey Whatley Photo

wedding photographer based in Nashville, TN

My mission is connectedness; I seek to visually translate your unique story in the form of images that capture what can only be felt — connecting you to the big and small moments again and again, just as it was on your special day.  Your story is a collection of the people, places, memories, and values that have formed and shaped you. I envision capturing this honestly, seeing the beauty in expected and unexpected places alike. Tender-heartedly capturing your story with joy & authenticity.

"I envision capturing this honestly, seeing the beauty in expected and unexpected places alike."
From the Blog From the Blog
the

from       Blog

kind

Words

- Sarah & Casey

We will treasure these forever. Even my "I don't like taking photos" husband loved doing this so there's definitely some magic making going on. One of our friends said of these photos, 'They almost look like a New York Times engagement announcement.' Creative vision, technical skills, guiding prompts... and she's the sweetest and makes it so comfortable and fun. Hire her! She'll make your photo dreams come true.

"The images are so perfect. I love them so much."

- Cameron & Takuto

You came through with exactly what we wanted. You were professional, timely, easy to work with. We couldn't be happier with our photos - they're works of art, honestly, several of which are already framed in our home. We will treasure them for a lifetime!

"You are incredible!"

- Mary Callen & Wyatt

You captured joy, emotion, hilarious little moments, the quiet smile of my third grade best friend when she saw me in my dress, and the adorably triumphant foot popping pose of my mom who planned every aspect of the day with me. So many images were clever and creative. I swooned over so many of them. This is exactly what we were looking for and you followed through on what you promised. Thank you so much!"

"You captured us and our day so genuinely and purposefully, and with such gentle artistry."

- Jillian & Brady

"Your artistry never fails to make me teary-eyed, you have a gift! I will never be able to say it adequately or enough."

"you have a gift!"