Capturing and showing off your family's unique milestones is my jam. Photographing all stages of motherhood brings me so much joy and I’m just so honored you’re here!
Nashville Family Photographer
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Life moves fast, and between busy schedules and parenting chaos, it’s easy to miss capturing the little moments—newborn yawns, toddler giggles, or family hugs. You want to preserve these memories without added stress, and that’s where I come in. Whether at home, in the studio, or outdoors, I create a joyful, polished experience so your family can savor these moments for years to come.
joyful FAMILIES who can’t wait to create lasting MEMORIES
timeless & bold portraits for
I'm Dolly, a Nashville-based family and newborn/motherhood photographer.
Since 2008, I’ve had the honor of capturing all the beautiful seasons of motherhood—from maternity to family photography. Through this site, I share some of my most cherished sessions, offering both inspiration and helpful tips to get you ready for your ideal family session. Consider this your go-to resource for all things family photography!
NASHVILLE-BASED FAMILY & MOTHERHOOD PHOTOGRAPHER
meet DOLLY
Between the messy rooms, busy schedules, and endless to-do lists, life feels like it’s flying by, and you’re worried these precious moments with your family will slip away uncaptured. You hope to document the joy, love, and little connections that make your family unique—before these moments become memories.
That’s where I come in. Through joyful and bold photography, I’ll help you slow down and preserve the beauty of this season, so you’ll have gorgeous images to cherish for a lifetime.
CLASSIC and TIMELESS
PHOTOS for FAMILIES
and all the quiet moments of being a parent
for all the loud & fun moments of childhood
- Emily C.
Once you work with Dolly, it’s impossible to imagine working with anyone else. She’s kind, patient, really good at natural posing, and takes the most beautiful photos. Dolly’s ability to capture genuine emotion (especially with squirmy little!) is unrivaled. The images Dolly delivers are more than just beautiful pictures — they are sweet memories frozen in time that we will treasure forever.
"Once you work with Dolly, it’s impossible to imagine working with anyone else."
from past clients
KIND WORDS
- Taylor Davis
Dolly is an incredibly talented photographer! She made our pregnancy announcement session so fun and easy, with creative ideas and photos we adore. We felt completely at ease in front of her camera and now have memories we’ll cherish forever. I highly recommend Dolly to anyone!
"We felt completely at ease in front of her camera"
from past clients
KIND WORDS
- Jessica Waddell
Our experience with Dolly was amazing! She’s kind, professional, and incredibly talented. We’ve worked with many photographers across different states, but none compare to her. The package with hair and makeup made everything so easy. Stop searching—you’ll love working with Dolly and the beautiful photos she creates!
"Stop searching—you’ll love working with Dolly"
from past clients
KIND WORDS
It would be an absolute honor to capture your family’s special milestones—whether maternity, family, newborn, or anything in between! I book out 2-3 months in advance, so be sure to fill out my contact form now to reserve your session!
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