Shauna McCoy Photography

I’m a Knoxville-based photographer creating heartfelt, connection-centered portraits for people who want to hold onto what matters most. Whether it’s everyday moments or life’s hardest goodbyes, I bring care and intention to every session - including those honoring the deep bond shared with a beloved pet. As the mother of a cancer survivor, I’ve come to deeply appreciate how photography helps us process life, preserve what matters, and hold onto the connections that shape us. My work is rooted in empathy and the belief that capturing these moments - big or small - truly matters.

After the recent loss of our beloved dog Dunkin, I started The Other Half Project to gently encourage people to step in front of the camera with their pets and to capture the love we so often wish we had photographed sooner.