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Husband + Wife hold hands as they walk during Brentwood TN Maternity Session by Grace Paul Photography

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What Is The Best Time To Take Photos?

The Best Time For Photos I’m a natural light specialist because I believe that natural light, from the sun and its reflections, create photographs that feel fresh, timeless, and truest to you. I specialize in light and airy images that bring joy in the memories captured. To get those light and airy images it comes […]

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Brentwood TN Extended Family session

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Brentwood TN Family Portraits | The Jessee Family

I had the honor of photographing the Jessee Family while on vacation here in Nashville, TN! I LOVE when families take the time to capture family photos while on vacation. Taking the time to document these special moments during vacation, when life is running at a slightly slower, relaxing pace, is a great idea! This […]

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Brentwood Tennessee Family Session | The Reeds

Brentwood Tennessee Family + Maternity Photographer  My recent Brentwood Tennessee Family Session featuring the Reed family was amazing for so  many reasons. First, Lindsay, the mama of the family, and I have been friends for a couple of years, and she is just so sweet! I have LOVED watching her sweet girls grow up and […]

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newborn on white blanket - 5 Tips for Taking Photos of Your Baby at home

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Tips for Taking Photos of Your Baby at home

At Home Photography Tips We all know the importance of documenting your baby, especially during that first year of life where they seem to change almost daily! Today, I am excited to share with you 5 tips for taking photos of your baby at home! I want every mama out there to have memories of […]

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Husband and wife together with son on shoulders

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Nashville Family Session | The DeLong Family

Nashville, TN Family Photographer I am thrilled to share my recent Nashville Family Session featuring the DeLong Family! Dolly is a friend, a fellow photographer, and a business systems educator who loves helping other small business owners streamline and automate their businesses! You can check out more about Dolly and her business here!  Dolly is […]

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couple kiss surrounded by their 3 kids during Brentwood outdoor newborn and family session

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Brentwood Outdoor Newborn + Family Session | Preston Family 

Outdoor Newborn + Family Session in Brentwood, TN This stunning family met me at a lovely park for their Brentwood Outdoor Newborn + Family Session. The entire session was filled with sweet little giggles from Katie and Matt’s older two boys as they ran freely through the grass. There were also a few of those […]

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Brentwood Fall Family Session | TN Family Portraits

Brentwood Tennessee Fall Family Photos I had such a wonderful time photographing this sweet family for their Brentwood Fall Family Session! Their stunning fall family session kicked off my busy fall season! It was such a joy too as this is the third time I have had the opportunity to photograph this family.  Each time […]

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Little boy holding a flower in field of Brentwood TN

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Tips to Prepare Kids for Photo Sessions

How to Prepare Kids for Photos Getting young kids ready for photos isn’t something most parents are excited about! However, as a family photographer and a mom with young kids of my own, I have found a few tips to help prepare kids for photo sessions that help immensely!  Some of these suggestions might need […]

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Fall Mini Session Giveaway | Nominate a Deserving Mom

Nashville Fall Mini Session Giveaway I am so excited about today’s post! I will be hosting Mini Sessions in Nashville on October 23rd, and in Murfreesboro on November 7th.  You can find out more details about booking a Mini Session here!  As I was planning these mini session dates, I started thinking about how extremely blessed I […]

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Nashville family sits on front steps during Nashville Lifestyle Newborn Session by grace paul photography

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Nashville Lifestyle Newborn Session | The Levins

Nashville Lifestyle Newborn Family Session  I feel so at ease around the Levin family. From the brief time around them at their Nashville Maternity Session and now for their In-home Nashville Lifestyle Newborn Session, I can attest to the excellent job they are doing at raising their children. They are incredibly kind and loving. I […]

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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.
I’m glad you’re here. 

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