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How to get the Best Light for In-Home Sessions 

The Best Light for In-Home Sessions Today I want to share how to capture the best light for in-home sessions. We all know how important lighting is for photos!  After photographing several In-home sessions, I’ve discovered the how to get the best lighting that I love!  1. Side Light The first thing I do when […]

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Prints from Film Photography photo lab

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Tips for Choosing a Photo Lab for Film Photography

How to Choose a Photo Lab for Film Photography Last week, I answered the number one question I receive as a Film photographer: what camera should I buy for Film Photography? If you missed it, be sure to go back and check it out here.   Today, I want to continue our conversation on Film Photography […]

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Nashville Family film Photographer Grace Paul shares her camera recommendations

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What Film Camera Should I Buy First?

Choosing the Right Camera for Film Photography One of the most asked questions I get, when it comes to film photography, is what camera should I buy? Or, what camera should I start with? That is such a great question! Today I am going to share the two cameras that I keep coming back to […]

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Newborn Photography

Franklin Lifestyle Newborn Session | Newborn Oliver

Tennessee In-Home Lifestyle Newborn Family Portraits  The sweet and gentle nature of a newborn should always be captured and enjoyed. I love telling the stories of all the wonderful families I photograph.  The Cozine Family recently welcomed their first born baby, Oliver. I adore the name Oliver, but I am also a bit partial considering […]

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Christmas Tree Farm Photo session in Nashville TN by Family Photographer Grace Paul.

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Planning a Photo Session | Why Location, Time of day, and Clothing Matter

Family Photo Tips | Location, Time of day, and Clothing Today I am going to share my family photo tips and why Location, time of day, and clothing matter most when planning a photo session! Every decision of your photo session, pre-planning process plays a vital role in the final product of your images that […]

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baby girls light and airy nursery featured in monthly nursery spotlight

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Monthly Nursery Spotlight | TN Maternity, Newborn, and Family Photographer

Light + Airy Baby Girl Nursery in Murfreesboro, TN  I am over the moon to be sharing my new monthly nursery spotlight!  I’ve been toying with the idea of starting a monthly spotlight for a while now and today I’m finally going to launch it and share it with all of you!  As a Tennessee […]

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mom holds kids sitting in TN field during Mom + Me Session by Grace Paul Photography

Maternity Photography

Brentwood, TN | Mom + Me Maternity Session 

Brentwood Mom + Me Maternity Session Have you ever met someone for the first time and hit it off right away? That is exactly what happened when I met Brooke! Brooke is a Mama to her sweet little boy and girl, and one on the way! She recently moved to the area and we hit […]

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Brentwood Family Mini Session | The Clark Family

Brentwood Family Spring Mini Session Today I am sharing my recent Brentwood Family Mini Session with the Clark Family! The Clark family was unbelievably sweet and fun! There were so many tender moments captured between Mom, Lindsey and her littles. I am so thankful Lindsey and I were able to align our schedules for this […]

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Nashville Family stands in park for family portraits

Maternity Photography

Nashville Family +  Maternity Portraits with TN Family Maternity Photographer | The Levin Family   

Nashville Family + Maternity Portraits I had the joy of photographing this beautiful Family at a lovely local park. Choosing the location for The Levin’s Nashville Family +  Maternity Portraits was easy, as Mama Lauren already knew this is where she wanted the session to take place.  This gorgeous park is a favorite spot of […]

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Family Portraits in Murfreesboro TN | The McKay Family

Stones River Battlefield Family Portraits in Murfreesboro TN The McKay Family loves to travel and visit National Parks! When they reached out to schedule a family session, I knew the shoot had to be somewhere outside with an organic, natural feel. We settled on Stones River Battlefield for the McKay’s Family Portraits in Murfreesboro TN. […]

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ABOUT Grace

Mama of six, keeper of home, and daughter of the King.

I believe home is holy ground, feasting is an act of faith, and motherhood is the work of eternity.

We homeschool in a way that honors rest and wonder.
We eat meals that nourish more than bodies.
And we’re learning—day by day—to build a life that reflects the light of Christ.

If you’re needing solid recipes, craving slow rhythms, or just looking for encouragement from someone who gets it—welcome.
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