Would You Call This A Date? | Busy Bee Nutrition - Gatlinburg, TN

I’m Derek, a wedding and elopement photographer based in Gatlinburg, Tennessee, and this channel is a real look into my work, my family, and the life I’m building through photography and filmmaking.
This channel covers:
• Wedding & elopement photography
• Gatlinburg & Smoky Mountains elopement information
• Behind-the-scenes of real weddings and shoots
• Personal video journals and creative reflections
• Family vlogs and everyday life
Some videos are educational.
Some are observational.
Some are just real moments, real thoughts, and real work.
If you’re planning a wedding or elopement in Gatlinburg or the Smoky Mountains, you’ll find practical insight into locations, timelines, expectations, and what actually matters on a wedding day.
If you’re a photographer or creative, you’ll see the behind-the-scenes side of running a real business — not just the polished final images, but the decisions, pressure, logistics, and growth that come with it.
And if you’re here for the personal side, this channel is also a place where I document family, creativity, and the process of building a meaningful life alongside meaningful work.
I don’t separate “business” from “life” here — because in reality, they’re deeply connected.
If you value:
• Honest insight over hype
• Real experience over trends
• Creativity grounded in responsibility
• Process, not just outcomes
Then consider subscribing. This channel grows slowly, intentionally, and with purpose.