Don’t underestimate your own neighborhood as the perfect spot for your family photos. Images on your own street can be magical because they represent every day life with your family. There is every day magic all around you - you just may need a fresh perspective to see it!

Social media can be a positive place for connection & creativity, but it takes intentionality to guide how we spend our time on it with purpose. These are my 8 guidelines for how to use social media in a positive, purposeful way.

It’s actually quite brave to have your photo taken. It’s deciding to document what matters right in the midst of the joy and the pain. That’s why I feel such a weight and an honor to what I do. When was the last time you had your photo taken?

Are the connections we make on social media shallow? Or do these micro-interactions with people matter and bring meaning to our lives? I’m continuing to explore the pros & cons of Instagram in my life and currently wondering about what impact these casual social interactions and relationships have on my life.

Something I've missed during my break from social media has been tagging and supporting other local businesses that I love! Here are 3 ways we can do our part to support small businesses without Instagram.

Is social media a place of rest & renewal for you? I’m sharing a few thoughts on rest & what I’m learning in just my first week free of Instagram.

You’ll love these family photos at Max Patch in the summertime with this adorable family of 6! Plus, I’m sharing a few tips on how to choose a great location for your next photoshoot!

I’m taking a break from social media & here’s how I think it might impact both my personal life and my small, local business. What do you think?

Suzy chats about the common misconceptions about photo editing presets & how they can be helpful for making your photos POP!

Suzy Collins captures the excitement and joy of bringing home a newborn as the Maute family welcomes their newest addition, baby Hayes. These photos document the beautiful chaos in this season of life for the Maute family, and showcase the value of investing in family photos.

Danielle & Quinn wanted to document their move into a new home & city with photos of their family inside their empty house before the boxes were unpacked to mark this special time of simplicity & transition. I used my moody preset to edit these photos, available now in my Lightroom Presets!

Suzy Collins shares helpful tips for taking group photos using a self-timer on both your digital camera and your phone. Learn how to take the best family photos on self-timer with your phone and digital camera.

Despite worrisome news delivered to her throughout her pregnancy, Brianna felt the Lord tell her that she would hold a healthy baby come March. And then to see her here with her husband Ben holding Lily, safe & sound & beautiful & perfect - I am wrecked. This in-home newborn session is full of love & snuggles & glowy goodness.

This branding photoshoot for local Knoxville business Pineapple Consignment captured owner, Megan Church’s passion for hospitality, connecting women, bringing new life to old things, recycling, family, & home. Enjoy the beauty & intention of her home in these photos!

Deciding what to wear for a boudoir session can be tough - you’re considering what looks most flattering, how bold you should go, what makes YOU feel beautiful, what you think your guy would like best, & so on. Let me share some of my top tips for picking out what to wear for your next boudoir session to ease your mind & get you excited about these special photos!

This lovely fall engagement photo session took place on the land where this Austin & Abby will build their future home together. I was thrilled that they thought outside of the box location wise. These two were so relaxed and comfortable with each other.The golden fall evening light on their family farm made for some stunning photos.

Christine and Kyle had their hearts set on a Max Patch engagement photo session, and after “Googling Max Patch Photographer”- they found me & and I was thrilled they asked me to do it. Max Patch is beautiful all year around, but the leaves and October sky played the perfect dramatic backdrop for this lovely couple’s engagement session.

While vacationing to Pigeon Forge for their anniversary, Rachel & David scheduled a photo session Foothills Parkway during sunset overlooking the mountains. The views were breathtaking and made for the perfect backdrop for this romantic couple’s photos together.

Have I told you how much I love boudoir sessions? Here’s why- I am truly honored every. single. time. my boudoir clients trust me to get into the sacred space with them and call out the beauty I see so clearly. I get to remind women of the magic they carry, the sensuality they hide, the things about their body they forget to celebrate, and so much more.

To celebrate 4 years of Suzy Collins Photography, I’m sharing the 8 best business decisions I’ve made in 2020. These tips will help you transform your business and improve your life.