Meet Your Photographer: Stephany “Sissy” Sullivan

Knoxville Wedding Photographer | 23+ Years of Experience | BFA in Photography

Hi, I'm Stephany Sullivan, though most people know me as Sissy! I'm the owner and photographer behind Sullivan Photography, and I've had the joy of photographing weddings, families, children, and life's most meaningful moments for more than 23 years.

Photography has always been more than just a job to me. It's an art, a way to tell stories, and a way to preserve the feelings and moments that make life so special.

While earning my Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Photography at the University of Tennessee, I discovered that what I loved most was photographing people—their emotions, expressions, connections, and the little moments that might otherwise go unnoticed. I knew I wanted to do something that would allow me to combine my love of art with the opportunity to be part of people's most meaningful memories.

I photographed my first wedding in 2003, and I've been fortunate enough to turn that passion into my full-time career. After all these years, I still love being there to capture the excitement, happy tears, laughter, and all the little in-between moments that make each wedding unique. It's an honor to be trusted with such an important day, and I put my heart into every wedding and session I photograph.

A Little About My Approach

One of the things I love most about photography is getting to know the people in front of my camera. I want my couples and families to feel comfortable, relaxed, and completely themselves. My approach is laid-back and personable, with a balance of beautiful portraits and genuine, candid moments.

I know being in front of a camera doesn't come naturally to everyone, and that's okay! I'll help guide you when needed, keep things moving, and make the experience as enjoyable and stress-free as possible. My goal is for you to walk away with photographs that not only look beautiful but bring you right back to how it all felt.

Whether I'm documenting a wedding day, photographing a growing family, capturing a senior's final year of high school, or creating images for a business, I love finding the moments and details that make each story unique.

Knoxville Weddings, Family Photography & More

Sullivan Photography is based in Knoxville, Tennessee, and serves couples and families throughout Knoxville, Maryville, and the Great Smoky Mountains. Over the years, I've photographed weddings at many wonderful local venues, including Crescent Bend, The Standard, Dara's Garden, Hunter Valley Farm, The Mill & Mine, and Sampson's Hollow, along with beautiful churches, private properties, and mountain locations.

The Great Smoky Mountains hold a special place in my work, and I'm grateful to photograph weddings, elopements, engagements, families, and portraits in this beautiful setting. Sullivan Photography maintains the required permits for the sessions and locations where they are applicable in Great Smoky Mountains National Park.

In addition to weddings and portrait photography, I also work with businesses on headshots, commercial photography, corporate events, and real estate photography.

I love traveling for photography, too! My work has taken me to Georgia, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, and beyond.

Let's Tell Your Story

After more than two decades behind the camera, what means the most to me is still the people. I love hearing how couples met, learning what makes a family special, and getting to document the moments that become part of their stories for years to come.

Thank you for considering Sullivan Photography to capture your memories. I'd love to get to know you and hear what you're planning!

Let's create something meaningful together.