The Hux and Mae Blog

Stories, tips, and a little behind-the-scenes from an East Tennessee family photographer. Here you'll find real client stories, session guides, and the thinking behind how we approach photography for families and individuals across Knoxville, Maryville, and the Tri-Cities. Grab a cup of coffee and stay a while.

Collection of framed family photos and portraits in black-and-white and color, displayed on a wooden surface.

October 4th, 2026

Smallwoods vs. Walgreens: My Honest Take on Printing Oversized Family Photos

Printing Tips

Child in red plaid shirt and jeans walks through fallen autumn leaves on a sunlit path.

October 2nd, 2026

Fall & Holiday Mini Sessions in Knoxville and Kingsport, TN

A 2026 Official Choice Awards banner for Best Photographer and Best New Business, surrounded by a collage of family and portrait photos.

September 25th, 2026

Voted Best Photographer and Best New Business in Knoxville | Hux and Mae Photo

Bride in white gown holds bouquet surrounded by bridesmaids in black dresses with mountain forest backdrop.

September 25th, 2026

A 50-Year Love Story: Monty & Gillisa's Rainy Day Wedding at The Roosevelt Lodge in Gatlinburg, TN

Two happy children running through a sunflower field on a sunny day with mountains in the background.

September 9th, 2026

Maryville, TN Sunflower Fields: Our Family's Favorite Late Summer Tradition

Sunflowers

Infographic showing seasonal color palettes for people with different skin tones, featuring Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter, and more.

August 14th, 2026

What to Wear for Family Photos: Dressing for Your Real Color Palette (Not Just the Season)

What to Wear

Two young children in white shirts hold a voting sign outdoors, promoting Hux & Mae Photo for Community Choice Awards.

July 10th, 2026

A Top Five Knox Stars Nominee, and a Thank You I Didn't See Coming

Family with three kids and a dog pose on vintage truck tailgate with American flag for Fourth of July photo.

July 9th, 2026

Give the Gift That Keeps On Giving: Photography Gift Certificates

Curly-haired toddler girl with tiara looking at wedding photo albums on a white bed.

July 9th, 2026

Something Borrowed: The Story Behind Our Mother-Daughter Wedding Dress Sessions

Young woman photographing an elderly couple sitting on a grassy hill near a red barn on a farm.

July 2nd, 2026

My Approach to Lifestyle Photography at Hux and Mae

Young boy in Superman costume with red cape stands by rustic metal fence outdoors.

June 26th, 2026

What to Expect When You Book Your First Hux and Mae Session

Black and white family portrait of smiling mother, father, and young son sitting together on grass outdoors.

June 12th, 2026

What It Costs to Book a Family Photography Session (And Why)

Soft blue and white striped pattern with small delicate blue floral sprigs scattered throughout.

Real life shows up however it wants to. I'm here for every version of it.

Share what you are hoping for and we will create something timeless and beautiful together.

Gift Certificates