Chattanooga Family Photographer : Christian Michelle Photography

Beautiful photos for Chattanooga families made fun and easy!

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Family of 4 kneels down together in a field of wildflowers at sunset for Chattanooga family photos

family of 4 cuddles on blanket in tall grass at sunset by lake

Maternity session client throws a cream lace client closet dress in the air at sunset on the edge of the river

pregnant mother holds her little boy and they touch foreheads with other siblings playing in greenhouse behind

mom and dad lie down on blanket in tall grass with son and daughter on their side cuddling together

little boy perches in window sill of greenhouse

little girl in pig tails points to rainbow shirt and holds lollipop in the other. she puts one foot on skateboard

maternity photos in Chattanooga TN. Pregnant mama throws out the skirt of her dress over rocks on the river

Close up of pregnant woman hugging her belly with a sprig of flowers and the Chattanooga river in the background

little boy holds parents' hands but only boy and parents' feet can be seen. he stands on one foot.

dad places hand on wife's pregnant belly with their dog standing between them

little girl with brown curly hair kisses her cousin with blonde curly hair on the cheek at sunset

mother crouches with toddler on hip to reach out to her other daughter backlit by sunset in tall grass

mother sits on ground with 2 children in doorway of greenhouse for mommy and me photos

Why should your family photographer make photo sessions fun and easy?

Because life moves fast and these moments are important! You don't want to risk wasting time and money only to be unhappy with the pictures. You want a family photographer who can make your family feel instantly comfortable, laugh genuinely, and show their real smiles. And you want someone who can do all of this while providing beautiful photos that you can't wait to share with friends and family.

You want me.

Client Review

"Family photos made fun and easy! She had so many great ideas to keep the kids engaged and laughing. The photos turned out amazing!"

- Haley Milne

3 STEPS TO BEAUTIFUL PHOTOS YOU CAN'T WAIT TO SHARE WITH FRIENDS AND FAMILY

Step 1 - Book the session. Easy.

Send me a message to get started! We'll look at the calendar, discuss locations, and get it scheduled! You'll receive my Client Experience Prep Guide so you know exactly what to expect.

Step 2 - Actually have fun taking the photos.

We will focus on fun and movement so that no one gets bored and we are sure to get those genuine smiles and emotional moments. Say goodbye to dull and awkward!

Step 3 - Beautiful photos you can't wait to share!

You will fall in love with your gallery and walk away with beautiful, inspiring pictures of your family to share online and on the walls of your home. It really is that easy!

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Hi, I'm Christian!

Occasionally I'll hop in front of the camera but my favorite spot is behind the lens serving families like yours!

Let's start planning your perfect photo session!

Learn more about how a session with me works

Specializing in lifestyle family photography for Chattanooga, TN and the surrounding areas.

For photos that are vibrant with an emphasis on storytelling and full of natural expressions and emotions! Your photo session will be fun and easy so you don't have to worry about an experience that is dull, awkward, or boring!

I would be honored to serve as YOUR Chattanooga family photographer for everything from yearly family pictures to all the small moments and milestones in between. If you want beautiful family photos made fun and easy, then I'm your girl!

Let's connect - I have a feeling we're going to hit it off!

Christian Michelle PHotography is featured in

Chattanooga Mom's Blog

Magical Childhood Photography Awards

Shoutout Atlanta Magazine

Color Shot Magazine Issues #227 & #233

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“Christian made it so comfortable and I’m so happy and can’t wait to share them with our family!”

—Angel Johnson

Do you like to have fun?

Well, you're in luck because so do I! If you're feeling anxious about posing or unsure about what to do during your photo session, don't worry—I've got you covered! Helping you feel comfortable and natural in front of the camera is what I do best. Together, we'll not only capture beautiful family photos but we will also have a great time doing it!

You don't have to worry about fake smiles or restless kids!

I'll make jokes and use fun prompts to get the whole family laughing and participating.

I'll also keep an eye on your necklace or whether or not you forgot to take off your smartwatch so you can focus on connecting with your family and sharing moments with them.

By incorporating candid moments alongside posed shots, I aim to capture all that makes your family unique. As your photographer, my goal is to make your experience effortless and enjoyable, allowing you to forget about the camera and focus on the memories you're making instead.

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“Christian did such a great job with my family. My son is usually not a fan of getting pictures taken but she truly took the time to make him laugh and feel comfortable... We are super happy with our photos... She asked me what I was aiming for and she made it happen!”

—Diana Ramos

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“Any worries I had regarding the session were answered and everything was simple and not stressful. Christian is so easy to work with! Thank you for taking all of my concerns and making my session the best!”

—Megan S.

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“This was our first time doing a professional photo session... I couldn’t have been more pleased... She made all of us feel very comfortable and did an amazing job.”

—Jennifer Brown