With over 20 years of combined experience in wedding, family, and portrait photography, we are passionate visual storytellers and masters of light. Based in Knoxville, TN, and serving East Tennessee and the Smoky Mountains, we specialize in capturing authentic moments in any setting. We welcome creative challenges and are honored when clients trust us to do what we do best—preserve your memories with artistry and care.
WE ARE ZACK
& TARA
We are The Hawkins 9 — a husband and wife team with a big, beautiful blended family of 7 kids, ages 7 to 17. Based in Knoxville, TN, we’re building a family-run photography and full-production company rooted in passion, vision, and creativity. Our dream is to grow our business while capturing yours — the moments, milestones, and memories that matter most. Whether it’s weddings, portraits, or family sessions, we’d love to earn your trust and become your go-to photographer in Knoxville and across East Tennessee.
Meet the
Hawkins 9
We want to hear your love story and then freeze every moment in time!
And everywhere BEYOND
From Knoxville, To the Smoky Mountains,
