Derek Halkett Photography

Hey there! I’m a Knoxville-based Smoky Mountain wedding photographer, ready to capture your love story in the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains, Knoxville, and beyond. Originally from just outside Boston, I moved to Tennessee in 2016 when my wife started medical school. Before that, I spent six years photographing weddings in New England—and I brought that passion with me to the Smokies! In 2020, Knoxville became home as my wife finished her medical training. Now, we’re raising our two amazing kids, Aubrey and Jacob, alongside our goofy Golden Retriever, Cooper, and spunky Corgi, Penny. With 13 years of experience and over 650 weddings photographed, I specialize in capturing timeless memories in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Eastern Tennessee. As a National Park Service–licensed photographer, I’m authorized to shoot weddings, elopements, and adventure sessions in this stunning setting. Plus, with my FAA Drone Pilot License (Part 107), I can offer breathtaking aerial photos and videos of your big day! I’m here to make your wedding photography experience fun, stress-free, and uniquely you. Your adventure starts here.