Lionlight Films is a creative video company based in East Tennessee. We work with couples, creatives
09/19/2022
We are excited to release Macy and William's wedding film.
"Together we become what we could never be separately...it is no longer just his story and her story, but it's now their story."
We are so grateful for Macy and William's patience as we worked on this film. This will probably be our last wedding film for a while, maybe ever. It has been such a joy to share the stories of each and every one of the couples we had the pleasure to serve. While the wedding day is such a special moment, capturing these moments have shown us how even more precious the lives built together after the wedding day are. To those lives, to the joint stories now being built, we wish our couples great happiness.
02/28/2022
You better grab some tissues for this emotional teaser 🥺
We can’t wait to share this whole day with you. But for now, I prepare for a work trip to Florida ☀️
Couple: Macy Klingler and William Klingler
Venue Ceremony: First Christian Church
Venue Reception: Venue 720
Photographer: Janele Smith Photogarphy
Videography: Lionlight Films
08/23/2021
Do you love coffee?
Some of our friends just opened the coolest little coffee shop in Sequoyah Hills. Do yourself a favor and go check it out!
07/03/2021
We love couples who take their days slow and enjoy all the beautiful moments. We also love couple who say heck yes to slipping away from their reception to get some extra portraits taken at golden hour. Honesty we just love our couples.
Thank you Brenden and Summer for letting us capture you day!
Vendors
Dress and Accessories: Ella Park Bridal
Bridesmaid Dresses & Ties: AZAZIE
Tuxes: Johnson's Custom Photography
Hair: Stacey Hemphill Earleywine
Makeup: Heidi Woodward
Photography: Lily Miller Photography
Videography: Lionlight Films
Ceremony: Grace United Methodist Church
Music: Barb Roberts
Flowers: Sparkling Arrangements 2.0 Flowers & Gifts
Reception: Venue 720
DJ: Jim Earleywine
Catering & Rehearsal Dinner: Joe's Pizza Salem
Cake: Sandra Gill Thomas
Afterparty: Anthony's Wild West
06/20/2021
Some moments will live forever, and I’m sure for Dillan and Priya this will be one of them.
Betty Who • I Love You Always Forever
06/14/2021
10/10 recommend photo shoots with your doggos.
Thankful to my beautiful sister for letter me practice on her and her pups.
03/17/2021
Lionlight Films is a creative video company based in East Tennessee. We work with couples, creatives, and brands; capturing your vision to tell your story.
It was cold, but it was worth it. How can you not have an outside wedding in the middle of the Smokies, even if it is December? Dustin and MaKenzie had some of the sweetest (and emotional) letters we have ever filmed. Stay tuned!
01/15/2021
It’s been a while since we’ve introduced ourselves, so here are a few fun facts:
✨ We are Nate and Ariel (Ariel runs all our social accounts and responds to most of the inquiries).
✨ We met in college through a friendly game of croquet.
✨ We got married in 2019.
✨ We have a rambunctious double doodle (golden doodle and labradoodle mix). Who is definitely more cool and way cuter than either of us.
✨ We both work full-time jobs outside of Lionlight. Nate in live production and myself as the video producer for .
✨ We are so passionate about telling peoples stories and would love to do that for you!
Tell us one thing about yourself. We’d love to get to know you better too. @ Knoxville, Tennessee
12/08/2020
Where to begin, Blake and Macie Ogle had the most beautiful day. Despit not knowing anyone there, everyone made us feel welcome. When Nate and I first met with Blake and Macie and we were asking them about themselves it was clear to see that these two had something special. The way they laugh together is contagious and the way they look at eachother, well, I think Macie's sister says it best. This day was full of unforgettable moments and we feel so honored to have caputred them.
Thank you for letting us be a part of your day.
P.S. I'll be honest that I have yet to make it through the reception footage without laughing.
Coordinator: EG weddings & events
DJ: Lionstrong Entertainment
Videography: Lionlight Films
Photography: Lynn Stanger Photography
Venue: Happily Ever After At The Barn
Coffee Bar: Gatlinburg Grind Cafe and Bakery
Cake: Libby Davis
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Before we filmed our first wedding in 2017, I (Ariel) was already dreaming up a business where I could use my passion of visual storytelling to impact others lives. I had been testing out a lot of different names, or ‘Production Titles,’ in hopes to find one that would encompass all that I desired to do. I am a very detail oriented individual, and I feel like every story, or in this case business, needs a good title. In some ways the name of a business is the face of that business. You want it to roll off the tongue in such a way that saying it feels natural, and when others hear it they want to know more.
While I was playing around with different names I knew I wanted to incorporate myself into it. In Hebrew, the name ‘Ariel’ means ‘lion of God.’ I have always loved my name for that meaning alone. In moments of weakness or fear I remember who and what I am: a lion of God. Lions are courageous and strong, they defend and lead. Lions are powerful, but graceful. I love the imagery of myself as a lion with those qualities, but even more, I love being reminded that I am God’s. He is the one that truly gives me the courage and strength to defend and lead. I am God’s lion, sent out to bring about His kingdom of love and redemption. If I have been given the passion and talent to tell stories through film, I want to constantly remember the story of Jesus and include that in my work.
Lion alone just didn’t seem right though. So I turned to God’s word for assistance. One of my favorite verses in the Bible is Matthew 5:14-16:
14 “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden. 15 Neither do people light a lamp and put it under a bowl. Instead they put it on its stand, and it gives light to everyone in the house. 16 In the same way, let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.
There are so many verses in the Bible that give us examples of how to live our life, but something I always want to be is a light. And I want the films I make to have the same effect. I want them to spread love, encourage kindness, invite fellowship, and form relationships. Deciding to tell stories through film isn’t just a passion, it’s a calling.
Where does Nate fit into all this you ask? He married into the name! All jokes aside though, Nate is the perfect partner in making Lionlight Films a reality. He is literally a gift from God, a warrior, with him we have the means to advance and cross the shallow waters. (If any of that seems a little dramatic, just look up the meaning of his name (; ) If you haven’t figured it out yet, I believe names have power. Nate and I believe in Lionlight Films, and we can’t wait to start telling your stories.
